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state sen. David schapira was in-troduced during the first regular monthly meeting of the Community Council on Feb. 1, 2012. scha-pira, state senate minority leader, has served in the arizona state House of repre-sentatives for six years.
schapira, a for-mer high school teacher and ASU faculty member, touts education as the corner-stone of his priorities. “I believe educa-tion is the key to an individual’s future,” he said. schapira, D-Tempe, is running for con-gress in the newly established Congres-sional District 9. The new district was awarded to Arizona following the popula-tion growth as revealed in the 2010 U.S. Census. schapira said the upcoming race is an excellent opportunity to send some new representation to washington, D.C.
District 9, bordered by GRIC, is com-prised of Tempe, ahwatukee, west Mesa, south Scottsdale, west Chandler and north-central Phoenix. “My commitment going forward is to continue to work es-pecially with the neighboring tribal com-munities to bring additional representa-tion to Washington,” Schapira said.
state sen. Jack Jackson, Jr., D-window rock, accompanied schapira and gave a brief introduction.
state senator schapira touts educationBy Roberto A. JacksonCommunity Newsperson
State Sen. David Schapria
Successful schools have reason to cele-brate. If you attended Blackwater Commu-nity School’s (BWCS) award banquet you would understand why they are Arizona’s National Title I Distinguished School. “It starts with the parents, the grandparents, the children that come to school everyday,” said Jacquelyn Power, superintendent/prin-cipal at BWCS.
The students, families, staff, community members and partners shared in the suc-cess by attending the awards banquet on Feb. 3, 2012.
The red carpet was literally rolled out at the District 1 Multipurpose Building for a festive afternoon in honor of BWCS’s recognition as a National Title I Distin-
guished school. Title I refers to Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. Title I’s purpose is to ensure that all students have, “a fair, equal and significant opportunity to obtain a high-quality educa-tion,” as stated by the U.S. Department of education.
The banquet included a parade of bas-ket dancers, and bwCs staff and honored guests.
Gov. Gregory Mendoza recited a special proclamation during his address. “The Gila River Indian Community hereby proclaims Friday, February 3, 2012 as Blackwater Community School day in recognition of its being honored as a National Title I Dis-tinguished School.”
Gov. Mendoza presented the proclama-tion to Henry Pino, BWCS Board Presi-dent.
“I was present in Seattle, Washington on January 21, 2012 when Blackwater Com-munity School received its award, and I cannot express to you how proud I was of all of you to witness this special honor in person,” said Gov. Mendoza.
U.S. Rep. Paul Gosar also sent a special message, “ I join in by celebrating this se-lection by the Arizona Department of Edu-cation as the state’s Title I Distinguished School representative to the National Title I Association conference that was held last month.”
Blackwater School celebrates with banquet
By GRIN Staff
Nancy Konitzer, AZ Department of Ed. Title I congratulates Jacquelyn Power, superintendent/principal, 2nd from the left, and Blackwater Community School Board. Left to Right Henry Pino, president, Suzanne Acuna, member, Audra Antone, vice-pres-ident, Darlene Antone, member, Carol Schurz, member
GRIC members made their voices heard on Tue, Feb. 7, when they voted in support of the ‘No Build’ option regarding the loop 202 extension refer-endum. Voters backed the ‘no build’ option with 720 votes. 603 voted for an ‘on reserva-tion’ alignment and 158 voted for an ‘off reservation’ align-ment. In choosing ‘No Build’, Com-munity members neither sup-port an on-reservation align-ment nor an off-reservation alignment but instead would like to see that the Loop 202 extension is not built at all. Up until the election, the Community was divided in
their support of each of the op-tions presented. At first, the referendum only boasted two choices: on-reservation or off-reservation. grassroots groups within the Community then pushed for a ‘no build’ option to be included on the referen-
dum. leading the charge for the ‘No Build’ effort was a group called Gila River Against Loop 202. The group pushed for-ward with concerns over why a ‘no build’ option was not in-cluded in the referendum when,
in fact, arizona Department of Transportation’s (ADOT) own website concurred that a ‘no build’ alternative was an option being studied.
Gila River Voters Say No To Loop 202 ExtensionGRIC voters reject Loop 202 freeway, says Gov. Mendoza in official statement; 2012 vote follows in footsteps of previous actions against the Loop 202
GRIN/Walt P. Porter
GRIN/Roberto A. Jackson
By GRIN Staff
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February 2012 Page 2Gila River Indian News
What does the Elder Concession Program offer?It covers the cost of the your residential phone service monthly recurring charges. It includes local calls within the community and 911 emergency calls. The Elder Concession Program covers one basic phone line to the home, multiple lines do not apply.
Do other charges apply?Yes. You will still be responsible to pay any long distance charges, voice mail charges, Internet or calling features.
Do you have to qualify based on income?No. If you are 55 or over, you qualify. This includes elder customers that do not qualify for Enhanced Lifeline. Instead, elders 55 and over, can sign up for the Elder Concession Program.
How do I sign up?You can call GRTI Customer Service at 796-3333 and ask them to send an Elder Concession Form. You may also visit GRTI in Sacaton or Komatke during Distrct Days or go to www.gilanet.net to download the form.
215 - Blackwater315 - Casa Blanca 418 - Stotonic430 - Maricopa Village 562 - Sacaton550 - Komatke796 - Lone Butte
Gila River Telecommunications, Inc.“Proudly serving the Gila River Indian Community since 1988”
Box 5015, 7065 West Allison Road, Chandler, Arizona 85226-5135
You should have recieved the 2012 GRTI Phone Directory and 2012 magnetic calendar in your mailbox.
If you require any changes regarding your listing please contact GRTI Customer Service at 796-3333.
If you are a business that requires more than one phone directory please email [email protected] and let us know how many you will need. Please put your department name or business name in the subject line.
We also want to thank NAPA Auto Care for advertising with GRTI and would like to remind you that there is a 15% discount off labor on any service. A GRTI Preferred Vendor!
2012 GRTI Directory
Gila River Telecommunications, Inc.“Proudly serving the Gila River Indian Community since 1988”
Box 5015, 7065 West Allison Road, Chandler, Arizona 85226-5135
arzie HoggCynthia Antone
district #1
Jewell Whitmandistrict #2
Dale G. EnosMyron Schurz
district #3
Barney B. Enos Jr.Jennifer Allison
Christopher Mendozadistrict #4
Brenda Robertsonbrian Davis
annette J. stewartJanice stewart
district #5
Anthony Villareal Sr.Albert Pablo
Terrance b. evansdistrict #6
Martha Millerdistrict #7
Robert Keller, Tribal TreasurerLinda Andrews, Community Council Secretary
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Gregory MendozaGovernor
Stephen Roe Lewis Lt. Governor
Due to the need for a new commercial land lease, the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Pima Agency has determined that an Environmental Assessment (EA) will be necessary to address potential impacts resulting from the proposed project in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Comments on this proposed action are being sought from Indian tribes; local, state, and federal agencies; and interested members of the public.
Project descriptionThe Casino Expansion Owner’s Team (CEOT) is an entity of the Gila River Indian Community (GRIC), is in the process of preparing an ea for the future construction and operation of a hotel and casino facility on 100-acres of GRIC land located in the northwest portion of the Community, near the 51st Avenue and Ray Road alignments, approximately 10 miles south of Interstate 10. The proposed action would include the approval of a commercial land lease by the BIA.
Scoping PeriodAs part of the NEPA process, you are invited to provide written comments on the proposed action. All comments received become part of the public record associated with this action. Accordingly, your comments (including name and address) will be available for review by any person that wishes to view the record. At your request, we will withhold your name and address to the extent allowed by the Freedom of Information Act or any other law. Please submit any written comments you may have within 30 days, or by February 16, 2012, to the following individual by mail or fax:
Cecilia Martinez, SuperintendentBureau of Indian Affairs, Pima AgencyP.o. box 8sacaton, arizona 85147Telephone Number: (520) 562-3326Fax: (520) 562-3543
bureau of indian affairs, Pima Agency Gila River Indian Community Public Scoping for Commercial Lease
Wild Horse Pass Development Authority Cultural Theming Coordinator
The WHPDA Board is seeking a Community member to serve as Cultural Theming Coordinator. The Coordinator will assist WHPDA in the selection of artwork; review of culturally themed architectural design elements; and the translation and naming for upcoming development projects. A thorough knowledge of the Akimel O’Odhom and/or Pee Posh cultures and language is essential. A background in design, art and the development process is helpful. The Coordinator will be retained by a consulting contract with the wHPDa.
Please send a letter stating interest and qualifications to the Wild Horse Pass Development Authority Board, 5350 N. 48th St., Suite 210, Chandler, AZ 85226 by February 28th
In Loving Memory of Marvin Ray WebsterMarch 14, 1944-January 11, 2012We the family of Marvin, would like to say thank you to the Pee-Posh Veterans for your services for us. Thanks to District 7 for your help. It helped us a lot. Cecil Lewis Sr. & group for rendering your music. Thank you to the young men that helped build the nest for us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.May God bless and keep you all.Sincerely,Lynette Yarmata, Forrest-Alyssa Anton & the Webster Family
uPDaTe on Tribal law anD orDer aCT On July 6, 2011 the Community Council directed the im-plementation of enhanced sentencing under the Tribal Law and Order Act (“TLOA”), with a target date of first quarter 2013. Part of the implementation activities is revision of the Community’s Criminal Code. In order for the Com-munity to impose a sentence of imprisonment greater than one year the Community must, as a right of the Defendant: (1) provide effective assistance of counsel at least equal to that guaranteed by the United States Constitution; (2) pro-vide indigent defendants assistance of defense attorneys licensed to practice law by any jurisdiction in the United State at the expense of the Community; (3) require that judges presiding over criminal proceedings have sufficient legal training and be licensed to practice by any jurisdic-tion in the United State; (4) make publically available the criminal laws, rules of evidence, and rules of criminal pro-cedure; and (5) maintain a record of the criminal proceed-ing. Public Law 111-211, Section 234(c).
A workgroup has been meeting regularly to revise the criminal code. The TLOA Workgroup includes represen-tatives from the Office of General Counsel, Prosecutor’s Office, Defense Services Office, Police Department, De-partment of Rehabilitation and Supervision, Tribal Social Services, Judicial Department, Probation Department, Be-havioral Health, and Four Rivers Indian Legal Services. Community members are welcome to attend TLOA Work-group meetings.
Since this is such a large project and involves substantial changes to criminal sentencing we are providing drafts of the first 6 chapters for the Community’s review and input. in addition to providing information on the revisions at the District meetings, the TLOA Workgroup will host a cou-ple of Saturday work sessions for Community members to provide input and comments. We are targeting to hold the work sessions on March 3 (to review chapters 1-6), May 5 (to review chapters 15, 7, 8 9) and August 4 (review the remaining chapters).
The first work session will be Saturday March 3, 2012 at two different locations in the Community. One session will be at the Governance Center, Room C-136 at 9:30 a.m., and the other session will be at the District Six Service Center at 9:30 a.m. If you have any specific comments or questions, or would like to attend a TLOA Workgroup meeting, please contact the Office of General Counsel at (520) 562-9760.
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Skyline Tech High School’s 1A Girls Var-sity Basketball team is building something special. If you look at the top of the Ari-zona Charter Athletic Association’s (CAA) South Conference, you will see Skyline distancing themselves from the pack. Led by solid guard play, good rebounding and a strong emphasis on fundamentals, Skyline is surging toward a high seed for the play-offs. “They play very hard as a team,” said head coach Lynette Clark.
A turning point for Skyline (8-1) came in a non-conference tournament in novem-ber called the 2011 Turkey Shootout. The young ladies came in 2nd place, but every-one was extremely disappointed that they fell short in the championship game. How-ever, the silver lining was that it proved they could compete against strong opposition. “I think this was a huge confidence builder for them to realize that we can match up to these bigger schools,” Clark said after the team battled 2A and 3A teams.
Up to this point it was their only loss as the team has ripped off eight consecutive victories. “It motivated us,” said Sarina Catha, Casa Blanca, 12th grade, of the ear-ly season tournament.
During a recent game against asu Prep-Central, Skyline played with a combina-tion of toughness and finesse to claim a
50-29 victory at the Dome Tent in District 5. That win helped them clinch the South Conference Championship with two games left. But even with the conference title in their hip pocket, don’t expect the team to take their foot off the gas. “we just got to keep playing how we’ve been playing, and show how much we really want it,” said point guard Camille Pardonet, Santan, 11th grade,
Don’t expect Skyline to rest on their lau-rels with so many other goals within their reach. “It feels like we could only get bet-ter at this point,” said Catha.
when the season started, assistant coach Darron Clark saw that the team had a lot of upside. What they lacked in fundamen-tals they made up for in raw talent. During practices the coaches preached the rudi-ments of the game and defense. another important lesson for the young ladies was in discipline. “We would bench them to let them know we were serious about it,” said assistant coach Clark. Judging by their re-cord, you can’t argue with the results.
Hall of Fame basketball coach John Wooden said, “Ability may get you to the top, but it takes character to keep you there.” Head coach Clark credits her squad for maintaining their character while work-ing hard as a team. “They are definitely team leaders in and outside the classroom,” said Clark.
Skyline girls' hoops turning heads
Left to Right back row: Lynette Clark (Coach), #22-Haley Bodmer (Blackwater), #33-Sarina Catha (Casa Blanca), #15-Areilla Armenta (Santan), #40-Tiana Black-water (Sacaton), Darron Clark (Assistant Coach) Left to Right front row: Marrisa Henry (Laveen), Carlie Jackson (Sacaton), Camille Pardonet (Santan), Claron Avery(Komatke), #10 Danielle Pardonet (Santan) , Delora Griffeth (Komatke).
By Roberto a. JacksonCommunnity Newsperson
GRIN/Roberto A. Jackson
NO BUILD CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Proponents of an on-reservation align-ment included a group known as 202 YES! This group promoted the idea that bringing the freeway onto GRIC lands would in-crease economic development opportuni-ties within the Community and also bring GRIC to the table in formulating freeway construction. Although ‘No Build’ is an option, the Community’s support of this option doesn’t solidify the direction by which ADOT will proceed. At this point, it is only a consid-eration. According to Bob Hazlett, Senior Engi-neer for Maricopa association of govern-ments, GRIC’s decision to support a ‘no build’ option will obviously factor into the decision about the freeway corridor. How-ever, Hazlett said there is a very strong need for this corridor connecting the east and west valleys. From here, Hazlett said, the next step is to continue with the envi-ronmental process and move forward with the Pecos Road alignment with more de-tail. With GRIC supporting a ‘No Build’ effort, the only alignment for ADOT to consider is the Pecos alignment which, in effect, would relocate approximately one hundred homes and a church in ahwatukee which lie along the trajectory of the freeway. The Federal Highway Administration, aDoT, and Maricopa association of gov-ernments (MAG) will now continue the freeway study process and release a draft Environmental Impact Statement for re-view and comment (90-day review and comment period). The Community will have opportunity as a MAG member agen-cy to provide comments, including the re-affirmation of the “No Build” position. After considering all comments, the Fed-eral Highway Administration will render a decision on the preferred freeway align-ment, or decide not to build the freeway. if the decision is made to support the free-way, ADOT will begin to design and con-struct the $1.9 Billion freeway beginning in 2013.
The Pecos Road Alignment will cut through two ridges of the south Mountain range, which is a mountain that is held sacred to GRIC and many other tribes in arizona. In taking a ‘No Build’ position, GRIC faces adversity in regard to negotiating ob-jectives on behalf of the Community when it comes to freeway construction. The ob-jects can include:
•Direct compensation for the freeway right-of-way.•Consideration for land exchange, or re-placement land for the freeway right-of-way.•Infrastructure, including roadways, utili-ties, monument signs, etc.•Funding for programs to mitigate safety, cultural, environmental, and socioeconom-ic impacts•Items related to job creation, employment, and sourcing for goods and services from the Community to support the freeway project.•Opportunities for economic development around the freeway corridor.
After all the votes were tallied from each of seven districts, griC governor greg Mendoza stated, “Tonight we have a clear direction from the Community; our voters don’t want to see this freeway built – not on tribal land or off tribal land.”
“The Governor’s Office understands the disappointment of Community land owners regarding the defeat of the south Mountain (202) Referendum. However, I support land owner rights and the economic devel-opment of their land on the Reservation,” gov. Mendoza added.
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The Community’s Right to Know!Submitted by CTREC
Did you know that the Community has a right to know about hazardous and toxic chemicals located in the Community? The Gila River Indian Community has a Chemical-Tribal Emergency Response Commission (CTERC) that is responsible for ensuring the public has access to information on chemicals at facilities near them. The hope is that by requiring facilities and businesses to report on these chemicals the public is aware and informed.
The CTERC is made up of key departments of the Gila River Indian Community, but more importantly, it also has representatives from all seven Districts in the Community. The Commission Chair is Richard Schurz, who leads the Commission on a monthly meeting (every third Thursday). The monthly meetings are used to ensure a facility has an emergency plan in place; that Gila River Indian Community is notified of any release of hazardous materials; to ensure that a facility has a hazardous chemical storage report completed and on file and; to get information of a facility’s list of chemicals they may have on site. These meetings are open to anyone.
What does this mean to you? A key element for CTERC is to ensure that the Community has a peace of mind that they are safe. Every community member has
the right to know what is in their backyard, located in their neighborhood, and is aware of what to do in the event of a chemical emergency.
A key role of CTERC in our neighborhoods is to ensure the Community is prepared for any chemical emergency. This includes ensuring there is a timely response to any chemical emergency with properly trained and equipped emergency staff. This can only happen with careful and thoughtful chemical emergency planning. Your CTERC has been charged with ensuring that everyone has a right to know what is in their backyard and the Community is prepared to respond when needed.
The CTERC has a strategic plan and recently updated the Community’s Chemical Emergency Response Plan. If you would like to review it, please let us know and we can provide you a copy. If you have a question, please don’t hesitate to call any of the CTERC members or your District representative. If you don’t know who your representative is, contact the Office of Emergency Management (520-562-4487) and they will put you in touch with your representative. We look forward to providing you regular updates through grin in future editions.
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SACATON- Gila River youth, Caleb Jack-son joined the Arizona All-Star team to play against the San Diego All-Stars in California. Playing in the sixth grade division, Jack-son attended many practices to get to the 2012 P.R.I.D.E All-Star Classic football game against San Diego on January 14. Jackson was able to get to the All-Star team through many practice sessions with the Gila River football team in the Com-munity. Once his football season was over in Gila river, preparations were made to get three youth (sixth, through eighth grade) to the All-Star teams. The All-Star Classic coach, Guy Fennell explained in order to participate or to be considered for the team, a letter of recom-mendation is required from the coach to tryout for the All-Star team. Three to four week position tryouts chal-lenged players to prove All-Star caliber, which Jackson did. Unfortunately, the seventh and eighth grade selections did not make it to the games due to untimely events. Once on the team, Caleb was able to as-sociate with players of other ethnicities. The team in Gila River is strictly Native american. Coach Fennell had experience with semi All-Star and Jr. High All-Stars, but never an All-Star team. He was very excited to take the players from the different football leagues in Arizona together. The kids played smart and retained ev-erything we taught them, the coach ex-plained. According to Fennell, Caleb was excep-tional. He attended every practice and had no bad habits. He had very good football speed, a very good foundation with his parents, and he was very respectable and above all, coachable, explained Fennell. “His natural ability is what’s getting him through now, but if he gets around some better coaching... the sky is the limit,” said the coach when talking about the potential talent he sees in Jackson. The All-Star team from Arizona domi-nated the san Diego team, 12 to nothing. The san Diego teams were stacked and had very good players, but our team was way more athletic and smarter, said Fennell. Fennell said the score doesn’t reflect the total domination that went on. San Diego did get three first downs, but ended up with a negative 25 yards for the game total.
Encouraging parents, Arlanna and Jaime Jackson, transported young Caleb to and from practice which was far from where they live. The practices with the All- Star team were usually held in the northern parts of ahwatukee, Phoenix and Tempe, the coach wanted to commend the parents for their efforts. “I made the effort since it was a learn-ing experience for him... I figured why not make the commitment for him since he wants to press on to high school athletics,” said Caleb’s father, Jaime. When asked why they did decide to go through great lengths to take their son to each practice, the parents said they believe it’s important. “We try to stay behind him in whatever he does, whether it’s football, skateboard-ing or dancing. He loves to dance,” said Jaime. after much fundraising, the parents got the opportunity to see their son play in a national football game in San Diego. “He got to bond with other kids from the association. It was pretty good because everybody knew each other on a first name basis. When we were at the hotel, they all hung out, played video games, ate pizza and watched movies together. They got to hangout and just be kids,” Jackson said. This year the Gila River football team had only one team, when usually they have three teams. Participation is based on school perfor-mance and education in which progress re-ports are taken into consideration. “It’s just that discipline, if they want to stay on the team, they are going to have to make the effort,” Jaime said. Next season, Caleb has to stay on top of his grades. With the whole team winning the all stars, they gained a scholarship for a training camp coming to Phoenix and they can attend for free. Although there were many hours of driv-ing for the parents, it was just as draining for Caleb, Jaime said. Still, Caleb was able to stay on top of the game- on the field, with grades in school and with chores at home. “He did really well. I was proud that he made it,” said Jackson. The team will start getting back into gear around June and July. The league presi-dent, Fair Morago and staff have recuited for tribal youth locally, mostly at the Well-ness Center and recreation areas.
Youth represents Gila River
Caleb Jackson, 12, Offensive and defensive specialist for the Gila River Youth Football League made the cut for the Arizona All-Star team. Photo courtesy of Jackson family
By Walt Porter, GRIN Intern
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Gila River cheerleading squad competed in a cheerleading competition in Miami Florida, and placed sixth in the nation.
Coaching the squad of ten, Christina Pablo said the squad is a big confidence builder. The girls have to learn to be loud and have fun while doing it. She said it’s neat to see them get out of their shy shell.
Pablo said cheerleading involves a lot of gymnastics, tumbling, toning, and trying to get their strength up through work and ex-ercise. It builds stamina quickly.
Seven girls have been on the squad for three years, this is the first year competing for five of the girls. They had a lot of teach-ing to do for two girls being introduced for the first time to cheer.
Weekly practices and words of encour-agement are what kept the team strong.
“Basically, I tell them we’re one family and we have to make sure that everyone is taken care of. We back up one another and help out,” Pablo said.
The girls also had to perform well in school. The staffing team checked quarter-ly on the girls’ progress reports to ensure they are maintaining good grades.
after months of hard practice, a week prior to nationals, it was uncertain if the cheer squad going to compete. At the time it was unlikely due to funding.
Active parent and aunt, Michelle Sander-son described the situation as a ‘whirlwind’ since assurance was given to the girls and parents if Florida was confirmed.
“We were thinking, ‘Are we going? Are we not going?’’ At the very last minute we bought the tickets, Sanderson recalls.
The squad received funding for travel to the competition from Gila River Telecom-munication Inc. “It was very good they were
able to help us out otherwise we wouldn’t have been able to go. It truly was a blessing to have that happen,” Pablo said.
Sanderson knows how hard the girls practiced their routines. They even prac-ticed outdoors in the cold when indoor fa-cilities were unavailable.
Although the trip was by foreshadowed spending concerns, it all changed once they arrived in Florida and they were able to focus on the squad.
Sanderson along with the other parents and staff shared the experience with the girls. Some had never been off the Commu-nity, never flown in an airplane, and never eaten Chinese food. They were able to have a new life experience. It was a whole new world near another, Disney World.
For the cheerleaders, the experience of
being in front of an enormous crowd and competing against the nation’s best squads. The squad was nerve-wracking, but fulfill-ing. They really fell right into place and owned the mats said sanderson.
Although the squad did very well, the coach sees room for improvement and seeks more recruitment to the squad, in-cluding boys.
“when watched the competition this year, there were a lot boys in the squads participating. It was very cool. That would be very neat. They could do stunting and lifting. It would be very cool to have boys involved,” said Pablo.
The coach is planning for change and an-ticipating a bigger squad, especially since she has some experience coaching, disci-pline, and teaching safety. “It was a lot to
learn,” Pablo said.Sports camps like the Cardinal’s Kids
Camp are helpful, especially since the squad is able to get pointers from the pro-fessionals and the girls are always happy to participate.
“This year it will be a little more orga-nized. Everything this year is going to be by the books. Everything will be more or-ganized,” Pablo said.
Pablo looks to base practice where ev-eryone is able to attend. Otherwise the squad will seek transportation to help us get the girls home after practice.
“It was a challenge getting their hair, uniform, shoes and socks just right before the competition. It was chaotic but fun. It was an awesome experience for the girls,” sanderson said.
The squad’s youngest, 5 year-old De-mari Thompson, was said to compete just as well as the 12 year old cheerleaders in a professional and graceful manner.
This is important for the future squad because there will be many more squads
eligible to participate. The American Youth Football & Cheer organization is getting more cheer involved. Any group will be able to compete and do not have to be as-sociated with a football team.
The parents, staff, and squad were happy for the opportunity at nationals because of the quick acting Gila River Telecommuni-cations inc.
“If it wasn’t for GRTI they would have been heartbroken, how grateful I am to GRTI, they saved us at the last minuet,” said Sanderson. They got it together in less that a week and was able to send the squad to the competition,” Pablo said.
Gila River cheer squad competes nationally
After months of practice the cheer squad performed their routines in front of a large crowd in Orlando, Florida.
Photo submitted by Gila River Football and Cheer Association
By Walt P. PorterGRIN Intern
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•One-time sign up. •Not linked to your current bank accounts. •No worries about account closure. •All future per capita payments will go to this debit card. •Use for debit purchases at all retail stores.•Check your balance anytime using a toll free number.
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mit a Payment Method Change Form to au-thorize a change to your current payment type. The next deadline for these forms is March 15th for the April 30th payment.
The payment statement for all the electron-ic deposits are sent to the address on file with the GRIC Enrollment Department. Please keep your address current.
Minor Trust Disbursement Requests
Request Deadline : April 2Checks Mailed: April 16 (Mon)
To assist members with minor trust ques-tions and filling out an early disbursement request, a Providence First Trust Company representative will be at the Per Capita Office on Friday, March 30 and Monday, April 2. Per Capita Office –P.O. Box 338, Sacaton, AZ 85233 (520) 562-5222 or (866) 416-2618
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Due to the need for a new commercial land lease, the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Pima Agency has determined that an Envi-ronmental Assessment (EA) will be neces-sary to address potential impacts resulting from the proposed project in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Comments on this proposed action are being sought from Indian tribes; local, state, and federal agencies; and inter-ested members of the public.
Project DescriptionThe Casino Expansion Owner’s Team (CEOT) is an entity of the Gila River Indi-an Community (GRIC), is in the process of preparing an ea for the future construction and operation of a hotel and casino facility on 100-acres of GRIC land located in the northwest portion of the Community, near the 51st Avenue and Ray Road alignments, approximately 10 miles south of Interstate 10. The proposed action would include the approval of a commercial land lease by the
bia.scoping PeriodAs part of the NEPA process, you are in-vited to provide written comments on the proposed action. All comments received become part of the public record associated with this action. Accordingly, your com-ments (including name and address) will be available for review by any person that wishes to view the record. At your request, we will withhold your name and address to the extent allowed by the Freedom of In-formation Act or any other law. Please sub-mit any written comments you may have within 30 days, or by February 16, 2012, to the following individual by mail or fax: Cecilia Martinez, SuperintendentBureau of Indian Affairs, Pima AgencyP.o. box 8sacaton, arizona 85147Telephone Number: (520) 562-3326Fax: (520) 562-3543
PUBLIC NOTICE Bureau of Indian Af-fairs, Pima Agency Gila River Indian Community Public Scoping for Com-mercial Lease
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A Focus – The Patient Medical Home ModelAs the organization moves forward this year, our patients and their families will begin to see continued improvements in how they receive care that is more focused on their needs and ensures ease of access to care. In the November issue of the Gila River Indian News, our organization provided an overview of the changes and improvements that are being made to its delivery of health care services. A focus on Patient Family Centered Care is continuing, and this emphasis will include the implementation of a patient medical home model.
What is the Medical Home Model? The Patient Centered Medical Home Model (PCMH) is an approach to provide comprehensive primary care in a way that creates partnership between GRHC patients, physicians, and the families of our patients. With this approach, we place the patient in the middle of all of our efforts and develop processes and systems around them to best meet their needs.
Delivering patient care can be done in many ways and in many settings. Generally, the term “primary care” is used for care delivered by a patient’s primary care provider (PCP), one who treats all acute and chronic illnesses and refers patients to a specialist when they have problems that are very complex and require the training and expertise of someone in that field. At GRHC, our primary care providers are physicians who have been trained in the disciplines of Family Medicine, Pediatrics, or Internal Medicine. PCPs have a broad range of knowledge about most disease processes and can handle most of the illnesses our patients come to us with. Every patient should have a PCP and should be seen by their PCP whenever there is a need for medical care. This provides continuity in care whenever a patient is seen regularly by one provider. It helps establish an important relationship between the doctor and the patient wherein the doctor is familiar with the patient’s medical history, chronic conditions, and other life circumstances impacting on their health. The patient also becomes more familiar with their provider and with time should begin to feel comfortable and secure in that provider’s care.
Also part of PCMH is the care coordination and the frequent communication between our GRHC Care Coordinators, the patients, various GRHC services,
as well as between outside facilities/hospitals where the patients receive their care. The patients‘ needs must be met on a timely basis and the ease of access should be apparent for the patient at every encounter.
The objective is to provide a team approach to medical care placing the patient at the center as the focus of attention. There are really no new concepts in this model. Rather, it is a combination of ideas and practices that require a team of health care professionals working together and with many others behind the scenes to ensure patients can get the care they need when they need it while minimizing any inconvenience to the patient.
Why is the Medical Home Model important now to the Gila River Indian Community?The Medical Home Model provides the best patient and family centered care with the limited resources (funding, space, etc.) available. This includes providing services whereby adequate payments for practice activities are achieved while focusing on patient care. The Indian Health Service (IHS) has implemented the PCMH in some of their service areas and has found that costs have been lowered in the treatment of chronic diseases. It is thought that providing care in a medical home will reduce the total cost of care while providing the best care.
How the Medical Home relates to Patient Family Centered CareThe principles underlying Patient Family Centered Care (PFCC) and the principles of the Patient Centered Medical Home Model mesh to create a system responsive to the concerns and priorities of all. This approach to health care involves patients and their families as partners in their own care, as well as in planning, implementing, and evaluating improvements to the systems of care. Patient Family Centered Care places an emphasis on collaborating with patients and families of all ages, at all levels of care, and in all health care systems. PFCC acknowledges that families, however they are defined, are essential to patients’ health and wellbeing. They are allies of GRHC to help maintain a focus on our emphasis on quality and safety. PFCC core concepts are respect and dignity, information sharing, participation, and collaboration. The organizations strategy is to promote/enhance family-centered, Community-based, coordinated care to our patients.
Listening to our Patients GRHC is committed to providing excellent customer service to the patients we serve, and one way for us to achieve this is by listening to comments from the Community. We recently enhanced our services provided by the Managed Care/ Contract Health Department.
The Managed Care Department had an opportunity to attend a Gila River Indian Community Council of Elders session. During this session, the topic of Managed Care medical bill payment to outside medical entities was discussed. One of the elder council members suggested that GRHC place a drop box for patients to drop off bills for Managed Care when their offices were closed. This provides an opportunity for patients to provide important information to the Managed Care Department and help relay important information so billing issues can be readily addressed.
Because of this excellent idea, there are two new drop box locations. One is located at the Komatke Health Center near the Health Information Management (medical records) window in their waiting area, and one at Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital right outside the Managed Care office across from Dental. As a result, the department is collecting bills, as well as referrals daily. The boxes are secured (for confidential reasons) and can only be opened with a key by appropriate staff.
Listening and acting on suggestions from our patients made for notable improvement to our workflow process and enhanced our customer service to our patients. Moving forward, GRHC is excited to continue making strides and bringing high-quality health care to the people it serves.
Improvements that are making a Difference!
Komatke Health Center17487 South Healthcare Drive
Laveen, Az 85339Phone: 520-550-6000Fax: 520-550-6033
Ak Chin Health Clinic48203 West Farrell Road
Maricopa, AZ 85239 Phone: 520-568-3881
Fax: 520-568-3884
483 West Seed Farm RoadSacaton, AZ 85147
Phone: 520-562-3321Fax: 602-528-1240
Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital
Sacaton, Arizona (February 1, 2012) Gila River Health Care is continually seeking ways to provide superb patient care and ease of access to services for our patients. Our methods are being implemented in line with our vision: “to improve the health of American Indian People.” In recent months, exciting processes have been introduced to create better systems and ease of access. The following is just a few examples of improvements being made at GRHC.
The Medical Home Model primary care provides an ideal opportunity for our health care providers to work in partnerships with patients and families in developing individual plans of care. This model of health care is recognized as the best practice in primary care. It reflects our commitment to our patients, and our desire to strive to give the very best.
Quality ~ Accountability ~ Commitment ~ Trust ~ Patients and Families
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A new attraction will be added to the Wild Horse Pass experience with the construc-tion of an upscale outlet shopping center. In the next 60 to 90 days, Phoenix Premi-um Outlets will break ground adjacent to the Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino and open in the spring of 2013.
Gov. Gregory Mendoza and Lt. Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis signed the official ground lease with David Simon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Simon Property Group on Jan. 19, 2012 in the Anthony B. Shelde Conference Room at the Whirlwind Golf Course at Wild Horse Pass. “This development represents the next
steps toward economic self-sufficiency for our community,” said Gov. Mendoza.The Indianapolis based Simon Property
Group is the largest real estate company in the U.S., and the new outlet center will of-fer an upscale shopping experience serving the greater Phoenix area.
The signing of the ground lease was the final stage of the predevelopment pro-cess before construction can begin on the 360,000 sq. feet center, which will be lo-cated off of the I-10 Freeway and Wild Horse Pass Blvd.
“The project has generated immense ex-citement with our retailer partners and we are very honored to be a part of this won-
derful community,” Simon said. There will be approximately 90 stores with high quality designers and name brands at very attractive prices, according to simon. The retailers will be announced at the ground-breaking ceremony.
Phoenix Premium Outlets will gener-ate at least 500 construction jobs and 800 to 1000 full time and part time positions. Simon Property Group owns the Arizona Mills and over 350 retail properties world wide. They also own 70 high-end retail centers in the U.S., Korea, Japan, Malaysia and Mexico City.
When asked about how attractive it was for Simon Property Group to partner with
GRIC, Simon said, “This community is prospering and we want to add to that pros-perity.”
“It’s going to compliment this area,” Gov. Mendoza said in reference to GRIC’s businesses in the Wild Horse Pass and Lone Butte locations.
Simon also thanked the Wild Horse Pass Development Authority, “for their diligent efforts in working with our development team on getting us to this point.”
Also in attendance were District 7 Coun-cil Representative Martha Miller, and District 5 Council Representative Brenda Robertson.
Agreement will bring Outlets to Wild Horse Pass
By Roberto A. JacksonCommunnity Newsperson
Artist rendering of Phoenix Premium Outlets Image Courtesy of Gila River Gaming Enterprise, Melody Hudson
The Gila River Prevention Coalition held a Family Fun Day event, having teams of Community departments for drug and alcohol prevention and wellbeing,
showcasing traditional basket dancers and assembling tribal leaders to raise aware-ness for the cause. Talia Porter and the Coalition staff believe it is important to hold events like this one to get the Community involved and aware of the effects, plus it was a beautiful day to enjoy the day. The Pre-vention Coalition plans for more events in each district. in participation, the Department of Human Services provided surveys on underage drinking for adults and youth to participate in. A member of the Prevention Coalition said the surveys would help the coalition to understand what is going on in each district and their position on alcohol use. Volunteers played a vital role in assem-bling games for the children and provid-ing help in setting up for the event. Vechij Himdak Mashchmamakud service learn-ers, Boys and Girls Club staff, members of The Akimel O’otham Pee Posh Youth Council, staff from D3 recreation and the participating Community resource departments all provided volunteers. D3 Councilman Myron Schurz acted as the emcee for the event and expressed great appreciation for the event and those
who were in attendance. “It’s up to you to make the decision,” said Schurz, explain-ing the connection between the commu-nity and guidance from the booths set up. Children’s Court Judge Jay Pedro gave a historical account of how drug usage and penalties have changed since he started as a procecuter for Gila River. “10 years ago we were never aware of meth in court cases,” said Pedro. Pedro provided statistics on meth use stating that nine out of ten users become addicted and eight out of ten will never overcome addiction. Former Gov. Mary Thomas was invited to give the opening invocation for the event, she forewarned the outcomes of drug and alcohol abuse and how it effects children in the home. a spokesperson from J warren, a fu-neral home contracted with the tribe, also gave insight to how many untimely deaths occur from drug and alcohol negligence, from accidents and other causes. “It’s the ultimate end for drug users,” said the spokesman, and encouraged the Community to keep a positive outlook. A member from the Matrix Program explained how the helped her gain control of her life.
Friends who have gone through the pro-gram referred her and she had to decide what she wanted to do for the rest of her life. Nada Celaya, a CASA Volunteer, and CASA Program director, Marilynne Loonsfoot, were in attendance, along with the Probation Department, the Juvenile Probation Dept., Skyline School. Lt. Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis was a key-note speaker on behalf of the Community. Lewis believes in taking back the Community. Lewis said that by utilizing different resources in the community, the members are the ones that will get the full benefit. “We rely on our families and extended families for support. Now, these events gives a sense of community to rely on each other,” said Lewis before encouraged the members to use their services. lewis and the executive administration are looking at ways to coordinate health, safety, culture and himdak (the way of life from a cultural prospective) and social issues for the Community for the children and youth. “Keep a relationship with your family and be good role models…” said Lewis.
Prevention Coalition: Family Event promotes a healthy lifestyle
By Walt P. PorterGRIN Intern
The Gila River Prevention Coalition often involves a cultural dance group to perform. The Hashen Kehk Basket Dancers involve the audience to participate in a social dance.
GRIN/Walt P. Porter
gila river inDian news
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The 2011 Employee of The Year
Colin Francisco was named Employee of the Year during the December Employee Roundup. He was selected from many other candidates from the 2011 employees of the month. Francisco was chosen because of his hard work ethic and dedication to the Community and District Six. Back in September, Francisco was awarded the Govornor's Employee of the Month through the Human Resources Depart-ment. He was awarded a plasma big screen TV. Francisco works in Building Maitenance in D6. He has been with that district since 2006.
GRIN/Walt P. Porter
gila river inDian news
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Request for Proposal Legal advertisement
date Issued: February 6, 2012
Gila River Health Care Hu Hu Kam Hospital
RFP– 01-FY12-BLdGSVCS-adM design/Build RFP administration Building Project
Gila River Health Care extends an invitation to interested and qualified native american Design/Build Contractors to submit a formal proposal as described there in. in order to accommodate growth and improve efficiencies in providing care to its patients, Gila River Health Care has identified a need to construct a new Administration Building on the Hu Hu Kam Hospital campus. Administrative departments currently located in other buildings will be relocated to this new building. This project will involve the design and construction of an office building of approximately 35,000 s.f. and all related parking lots, sidewalks, hardscape, lighting, signage and landscaping. The overall design of the project will compliment the existing building and will reflect and be sensitive to the history and culture of the Gila River Indian Community. Ten percentage (10) points shall be given to the proposal of a qualified native american owned or operated Design Build Firm. rFP issue Date February 6, 2012 rFP response Due Date March 16, 2012
12:00 PM arizona Time Pre-bid Meeting Location: Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital 483 W Seed Farm Road Sacaton, AZ 85147
February 23, 2012 9:00 aM arizona Time
RFP document may be requested in writing from: Heather l Chavez, Director of Building Services Gila River Health Care – Hu Hu Kam Hospital P.O. Box 38 – 483 West Seed Farm road sacaton az. 85147-0038 Ph: 602-528-1272 e-mail: [email protected]
Gila River Indian Community Community Services Department
Commodity Food Distribution Program PO Box 1539
Sacaton, AZ 85147
Office/Warehouse Phone: 520-562-9233 Fax: 520-562-3573
The Commodity Food Distribution Program is a federal program that provides food to Native American low income households,
who reside on the reservation or surrounding service areas.
**You may not be enrolled in Commodity Food Distribution and
SNAP (food stamps) within the same month.**
Stop by our office located at 300 Ocotillo Rd, south of the
Super Mart in Sacaton or call our office for more information.
“In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color , national origin, sex, age, religion, political beliefs, or disability.”
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The following list contains the names of individuals with outstanding Payroll checks as of October 31, 2011, as well as the names of vendors and other individu-als entitled to unclaimed property as of July 31, 2011. In accordance with Escheat Ordinance GR-10-09, the community will publish on a bi-annual schedule or as deemed necessary by the Community Treasurer, the Escheat Public Notice shall be undertaken. Public notice of unclaimed money or checks will be published in the Gila River Indian Newspaper and GRIC’s official web site. If the last known owner is known to be a Community member, the department, program, or entity shall also post notice at all District Service Centers. In order to claim the money, payroll check, or other check, the owner must claim the money, payroll, or other check in person within 30 days of publication or posting. In addition, to make claim, the person must provide the department, program, or entity with positive identification, including a photo identification showing the person claiming the money, payroll check, or other check is the last known owner. If the money, payroll check, or other check is unclaimed for 60 days after publication, the money, payroll check, or other check shall escheat and title thereof shall vest in the Commu-nity or as applicable Federal, State, or other agency source of funding. Please contact the finance department for further instructions if you are a recipient of the unclaimed property. Johanna Morago , Accounts Payable Manager or Candida Munoz, Accounts Payroll Manager at (520) 562-9600
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ACTION SHEETCommunity Council; PO Box 2138; Sacaton, Arizona 85147; Phone (520) 562-9720; Fax (520) 562-9729CALL TO ORDER The First Regular Monthly Meeting of the Community Council held Wednesday, January 4, 2012, in the Community Council Chambers at the Governance Center in Sacaton, Arizona was called to order by presiding Chairman Governor Gregory Mendoza at 9:03 a.m.INVOCATIONCouncilwoman Annette J. StewartROLL CALLSign-In Sheet CirculatedExecutive Officers Present:Governor Gregory MendozaLt. Governor Stephen R. LewisCouncil Members Present:D1-Cynthia Antone, Arzie Hogg; D2-Jewel Whitman; D3-Myron G. Schurz (9:06), Dale G. Enos; D4-Jennifer Allison, Christopher Mendoza, Barney Enos, Jr.(1:35); D5-Annette Stewart, Janice F. Stewart; D6-Anthony Villareal, Sr., Albert Pablo, Terrance B. Evans; D7- Martha Miller (9:06)Council Members Absent:D5 - Brenda Roberson; Brian Davis, Sr.D4 - VacantAPPROVAL OF AGENDAAPPROVED AS AMENDEDPRESENTATIONS*1. Akimel O’Otham Pee Posh Charter School (3-5) Blackwater Community School National Title I Distinguished School Award Presenter: Jacquelyn PowerMs. Jacquelyn Power provided a brief overview of the criteria for the award. Mr. Richard Hall further elaborated on the data collected for the award. Ms. Annette Barns and Ms. Misty Lopez provided a brief explanation of the goals of Blackwater Community School. Audra Antone, Board Member, provided a summary of her experience with the school. Governor Gregory Mendoza and various Council members expressed their congratulations.REPORTS1. Caring House Annual Report Presenters: Fernanda Reams & Mark KlienREPORT HEARD2. Report and Recommendation For 2012 On Off-Reservation Gaming Presenters: Eric Dahlstrom & Scot ButlerMOVED TO NEW BUSINESS #2 AT APPRVAL OF AGENDA3. Per Capita Office FY11 Annual Report Presenter: Robert KellerREPORT HEARDMOTION MADE AND SECOND FOR 10-MINUTE BREAKRECONVENED AT 10:45AM4. Flood Control Management Task Force Report and Update Presenter: Seaver FieldsREPORT HEARDMOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER
EXECUTIVE SESSION5. Gila River Gaming Enterprise, Inc. Monthly Report (Executive Session) Presenter: John JamesREPORT HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SESSION6. Gila River Gaming Commission Monthly Report November 2011 (Executive Session) Presenters: M. Scott Sanderson & Courtney MoyahREPORT HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SESSIONGOvERnOR GREGORY MEndOzA CAllEd FOR AN HOUR AND HALF LUNCH BREAKRECONVENED AT 1:35PM IN EXECUTIVE SESSION7. FY 2012 October Month and Financial Reports For The Month Ended October 31, 2011 (Executive Session) Presenter: Robert KellerREPORT HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SESSIONMOTION MADE AND SECOND TO EXIT EXECUTIVE SESSIONRESOLUTIONS1. A Resolution Consenting to Two (2) Non-Transferable Fifty Homesite Leases on
Allotment 2999 Located on Allotted Trust Land in District One of the Gila River Indian Reservation
(NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation for approval)Presenter: Javier RamosAPPROVED2. A Resolution Approving an Escrow
Agreement between the Gila River Indian Community and Phoenix Premium Outlets, LLC for the Deposit and Administration of the Earnest Money Required under Section 5.4 of the Lease Agreement between the Gila River Indian Community and Phoenix Premium Outlets,
LLC for the Development of a Premium Retail
Outlet Center within the Wild Horse Pass
Development Area (NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation for approval; EDSC &
G&MSC concurs) Presenters: Ron Rosier, Steve Heeley & Dale GutensonAPPROVED3. A Resolution Approving a Form Attornment and Non-Disturbance Agreement between the Gila River Indian Community, Phoenix
Premium Outlets, LLC and Subtenants in the Premium Retail Outlet Center within the Wild Horse
Pass Development Area (NRSC forwards to Council with recommendation for approval; EDSC & G&MSC concurs) Presenters: Ron Rosier, Steve Heeley & Dale GutensonAPPROVED4. A Resolution Approving And Authorizing
Amendment#2 To The October 1, 2010 Agreement Between The Gila River Indian Community And Pietzsch, Bonnett & Womack, P.A. (G&MSC forwards to Council with recommendation of approval) Presenter: Robert KellerAPPROVED5. A Resolution Approving And Authorizing Amendment #1 To The October 1, 2010 Agreement Between The Gila River Indian Community And Towers Watson Delaware,
INC. (G&MSC forwards to Council with recommendation of approval) Presenter: Robert KellerAPPROVED6. A Resolution Approving And Authorizing An Agreement Between The Gila River
Indian Community And The Government Finance Officers Association For Fiscal Year 2012 (G&MSC forwards to Council recommendation
of approval) Presenters: Kimberly DutcherAPPROVED7. A Resolution Approving The Bylaws Of The Voter Registration Board Of The Gila River Indian Community (G&MSC forwards to
Council with recommended changes) Presenters: Javier Ramos & Linda AndrewsAPPROVEDORDINANCESUNFINISHED BUSINESS1. Department Of Community Housing Report Program Assessment (G&MSC forwards under Unfinished Business with the direction that
future reports will be on a quarterly basis) Presenter: Tina Notah-EnasMOTION MADE AND SECOND FOR 10-MINUTE BREAK RECONVENED AT 3:06PMMOTION MADE AND SECOND TO DIRECT THE IMMEDIATE SUSPENSION OF NATIVE nAtiOn OR vAldEz & SOn FROM dOinG FUTURE BUSINESS; FURTHER DIRECT
THE INTERNAL AUDIT TO ASSIST IN AUDIT IN COLLABORATION WITH THE LAW
OFFICE AND THE FINANCE DEPARTMENTMOTION MADE AND SECOND TO DIRECT thE UtilizAtiOn OF tRiBAl FUndS FOR THE GEORGE WEBB SUBDIVISION AND TO ALLOCATE NAHASDA FUNDING TO OTHER PROJECT PRIORITIES WITHIN THE COMMUnitYNEW BUSINESS1. Request for the Establishment of an El Paso Right of Way Negotiation Team (NRSC
forwards with the recommended Negotiating Team to Council with recommendation for approval, EDSC & G&M concurs) Presenter: Ron Rosier
MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ESTABLISH
thE El PASO RiGht OF WAY NEGOTIATION
TEAM MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION[Addendum to Agenda]2. Gaming Update and Report and Recommendation For 2012 On Off-Reservation Gaming (Executive Session) (G&MSC forwards to Council with 5 recommendations as stated on the memorandum) Presenters: Scot Butler, Eric Dahlstrom, & OGCITEM HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SESSIONMOTION MADE AND SECOND TO EXIT EXECUTIVE SESSION MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO APPROVE THE 6 RECOMMENDATIONS3. Request For Approval In Declaration Of Vacancy For (Two) 2 Gaming Commissioners Positions For The Gila River Gaming Commission (G&MSC requesting that the vacancy be declared January 4, 2012 For 60 days closing date March 20, 2012 at 12:00
noon March 29, 2012 Committee review & April 4, 2012 Appointed) Presenter: M. Scott SandersonDECLARED4. For Discussion: A Resolution Clarifying Which Consultant Contracts Are Subject To Review And Approval By The Community Council Pursuant To Title I Of The Gila River Indian Community Presenter: Javier RamosMOTION MADE AND SECOND TO REFER BACK TO THE GOVERNMENT & MANAGEMENT AND LEGISLATIVE
STANDING COMMITTEES MINUTESANNOUNCEMENTS>WORk SESSiOn COntinUAntS FRidAY, JAnUARY 6, 2012, 8:00AM, ShEldE BUILDING>inAUGURAtiOn SAtURdAY, JAnUARY 7, 2012, 3:00PM, WILD HORSE PASS SHERATON>GOvERnOR GREGORY MEndOzA TO ATTEND OPENING OF STATE lEGiSlAtURE JAnUARY 9, 2012>tRiBAl lEGiSlAtivE dAY JAnUARY 17, 2012, STATE CAPITAL>DISTRICT 7 AND DISTRICT 3 INVITATIONS TO ADMINISTRATION>DISTRIBUTION OF COUNCIL AND STANDING COMMITTEE AGENDASADJOURNMENTMEETING ADJOURNED AT 4:57PM* Denotes TABLED from previous meeting(s)
ACTION SHEETCommunity Council; PO Box 2138; Sacaton, Arizona 85147; Phone (520) 562-9720; Fax (520) 562-9729CALL TO ORDER The Second Regular Monthly Meeting of the Community Council held Wednesday January 18, 2012, in the Community Council Chambers at the Governance Center in Sacaton, Arizona was called to order by presiding Chairman Governor Gregory Mendoza at 9:03 a.m.INVOCATIONCouncilwoman Brenda RobertsonROLL CALLSign-In Sheet CirculatedExecutive Officers Present:Governor Gregory MendozaLt. Governor Stephen R. LewisCouncil Members Present:D1-Cynthia Antone, Arzie Hogg; D2-Jewel
Whitman; D3-Myron G. Schurz (9:06), Dale G. Enos; D4- Jennifer Allison, Christopher Mendoza; D5-Annette Stewart (9:07), Janice F. Stewart, Brenda Roberson, Brian Davis, Sr. (9:05); D6-Anthony Villareal, Sr., Albert Pablo, Terrance B. Evans; D7- Martha MillerCouncil Members Absent:D4 -Vacant, Barney Enos, Jr.APPROVAL OF AGENDAAPPROVED AS AMENDEDINTRODUCTIONS1. Tribal Education Director: Mario MolinaPresenter: Kimberly DutcherMs. Kimberly Dutcher introduced Mr. Mario Molina. Mr. Molina provided a brief overview of his background and his plans for the Education Department. Various Council members expressed words of welcome, congratulations and expectations. REPORTS
1. Executive Order Improving American Indian and
Alaska Native Educational Opportunities and Strengthening Tribal Colleges and Universities Presenter: Kimberly DutcherREPORT HEARD2. Gila River Sand & Gravel Quarterly Report, Fourth Quarter FY 2011 Presenters: Michael H. Morago & Board of DirectorsREPORT HEARD[GOvERnOR GREGORY MEndOzA CAllEd FOR A 10-MINUTE BREAKRECONVENED AT 10:37AM]MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION3. 2011 Year End Audit Financials For Gila River Gaming Enterprises, Inc, (Executive Session) Presenters: Stephen Harris, Kenneth Manuel &
John JamesREPORT HEARD IN EXECUTIVE SESSIONMOTION MADE AND SECOND TO EXITEXECUTIVE SESSIONRESOLUTIONS1. A Resolution Authorizing And Approving The
Gila River Tribal Education Department To Submit A Competitive Grant Application To The U.S. Department Of Health & Human Services, Administration For Children And Families, Administration For Native Americans On
Behalf Of The Gila River Indian Community (ESC
forwards to Council with recommendation for approval;
CRSC and G&MSC concur) (Resolution is to include comments from the Tribal Education Director;
CRSC
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concur with ESC, also the financial spreadsheet be
amended to include a footnote explaining the discrepancy) Presenter: Dallas DeloweAPPROVED2. A Resolution Authorizing And Approving The
Gila River Employment And Training Department To Submit A Competitive Grant Application To The
U.S. Department Of Health & Human Services, Administration For Children And Families, Administration For Native Americans On
Behalf Of The Gila River Indian Community (ESC
forwards to Council with recommendation for approval;
G&MSC concurs) Presenter: Lana ChandaAPPROVED3. A Resolution Approving And Ratifying The Adoption Of The 2006 Editions Of The International Building Code, The International Mechanical Code, The International Plumbing Code, The International Residential Code, The International Fuel Gas Code The Performance Code For Buildings, The Energy Conservation Code,The International Property Maintenance Code, The 2003 Edition Of The ANSI A117.1 And The 2005 Edition Of The National Electric Code, And For Other
Purposes (EDSC forwards to Council with
recommendation for approval; G&MSC and LSC concur) Presenters: Ron Rosier, Wilfred Brown &
Steven Heeley
APPROVED4. A Resolution Authorizing tribal Officials
Initiate Financial Transactions With The United States department Of interior Office Of Special
Trustee For American Indians (G&MSC forwards to Council
with recommendation for approval) Presenter: Rebecca HallAPPROVED5. A Resolution Approving And Ratifying The Amendment And Restatement Of The
Retirement Plan For The Employees Of The Gila River
Indian Community (G&MSC forwards to Council with recommendation for approval) Presenter: Robert KellerAPPROVED6. A Resolution Authorizing And Approving The Termination Of Per Capita Trust Accounts And Direct Distribution Of Trust Assets To Certain Beneficiaries (G&MSC forwards to Council for recommendation for approval) Presenter: Robert KellerAPPROVED7. A Resolution Authorizing And Approving The termination Of A deceased Beneficiary’s Per
Capita Trust Account And Direct Distribution Of Trust Assets To Certain Survivors (G&MSC forwards
to Council for recommendation for approval) Presenter: Robert KellerAPPROVED8. A Resolution Approving And Authorizing Amendment #3 To The October 1, 2010
Agreement Between The Gila River Indian Community And
Pietzch, Bonnett & Womack, P.A. (G&MSC forwards
to Council with recommendation for approval) Presenters: EBT Board Of TrusteesAPPROVED9. A Resolution Approving Modification nO.1
To The Gila River Indian Community Operating Budget
For Fiscal Year 2012 (G&MSC forwards to Council
with recommendation for approval) Presenters: Robert Keller & Mike JacobsAPPROVEDORDINANCESUNFINISHED BUSINESS1. Reporting Memo For Department of Community Housing Presenters: Government & Management Standing CommitteeMOTION MADE AND SECOND TO RECOGnizE nAhASdA Will BE
DEFERRED tO QUARtERlY REPORtinG FOR FiSCAl YEAR 2012, And AS A StAndinG MOtiOn FOR RhiP tO COntinUE With MOnthlY REPORTING NEW BUSINESS1. Caring House – (2) Vacancies (HSSC forwards to Council; advertise 60 days, close 3/16/12, and appoint.4/4/12) Presenters: Fernanda Reams & Mark KleinDECLARED2. Invitation to Pima in Mexico to Mul-Chu-Tha (CRSC forwards to Council with recommendation for approval) Presenter: Marshall SunnaMOTION MADE AND SECOND TO REQUEST GOVERNOR WRITE A LETTER IN SUPPORT OF MR. MARSHALL SUNNA TO BRING THE
PIMA FROM MEXICO ACROSS THE BORDER
TO JOIN IN THEMUL-CHU-THA CELEBRATION
3. Housing Advisory Committee District 7 Representative Appointment (G&MSC
forwards to Council with recommendation for approval) Presenter: Devin RedbirdMOTION MADE AND SECOND TO APPOINT VERNITA SUNN4. Sherman Indian School Board Appointment Presenter: Martha MillerMOTION MADE, SECOND AND DEFEATED
TO APPOintEd COUnCilWOMAn CYnthiA ANTONE MOTION MADE AND SECOND TO RE-ADVERTISE THIS POSITION FOR CAlEndAR 30-dAYSMINUTESANNOUNCEMENTSMOTION MADE AND SECOND TO ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSIONMOTION MADE AND SECOND TO EXIT EXECUTIVE SESSION>EVENTS AND MEETINGS AT THE TRIBAL LEGISLATURE>lOOP 202 FORUM JAnUARY 21, 2012, 9AM kOMAtkE BOYS & GiRlS ClUB>PRAYER REQUESt FOR MR. kEnnEth JOHNS>PRAYER REQUESt FOR thE MOYAh FAMilYADJOURNMENTMEETING ADJOURNED AT 12:45pm* Denotes TABLED from previous meeting(s)
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