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Volume XXIX, Issue 14
Maricopa, Arizona
July 17 - August 6, 2015
FLOTUS gathers with Tribal Youth
First Lady
Michelle
Obama speaks
at first ever
Tribal Youth
Gathering in
D.C., Ak-Chin
Community
member Lisa
Chavez attends
Story and photos by: J.Ysaguirre
On Thursday,
July
9,
in
Washington D.C., there was a
gathering of hundreds of tribal
nations to celebrate Native youth.
The first ever White House Tribal
Youth
Gathering
(WHTYG)
was held at the Renaissance
downtown
hotel
in
D.C.,
minutes from the White House.
The event was a collaboration
between the White House and the
U.N.I.T.Y. (United National Indian
Tribal Youth) conference.
First Lady of the United States (FLOTUS) Michelle Obama served as the keynote speaker for the first ever White House Tribal Youth Gathering
at the Renaissance hotel in Washington D.C. on July 9.
This gathering was part of President
Obama’s
#GenI
(Generation
Indigenous) initiative.
FLOTUS continues to page 3
Elements Event Center opens,
UltraStar increases presence
Story and photos by: K. Morago
Like the tall stalk fields of corn
surrounding UltaStar at Ak-Chin Circle,
offerings at the Multi-tainment Center
continue to grow as the Community
hosted a ribbon cutting and grand opening
of the Elements Event Center.
(Hevel), Fire (Me’i) and Water (Sudagi).
The Wednesday, July 8th gathering
included remarks from Ak-Chin
Chairman
Louis
Manuel,
Jr.,
UltraStar
CEO
Alan
Grossberg
and General Manager Adam Saks.
With the large electronic sign in the
amphitheater welcoming guests to the
tent next to the new 11,000 square foot
facility, the new center will host meetings
and parties up to 350 guests.
In attendance were City of Maricopa
Mayor Christian Price and Vice-Mayor
Marvin Brown, and Councilmembers
Peggy Chapados and Vincent Manfredi.
Ak-Chin Community Operations Manager
The name Elements pays tribute to the Bart Smith provided welcome remarks
Community’s agricultural origins with and served as Master of Ceremonies.
A banquet table display featured during the ribbon cutting of the Elements Events
the rooms named Earth (Jeved kacim), Air
Center. The television screens featured construction photos of the project.
Elements continues to page 2
Community has grand line
up for Independence Day
Story and photos by: R. Peters
This year’s patriotic holiday
always has family fun and
fireworks opportunities in
and around the community,
and although the heat may
have kept some of you from
enjoying the great outdoors
on Independence Day, there
was plenty of cool things
going on in Ak-Chin.
Brandy Williams (Left) leads the dancing fun on stage during the 4th of July festivities
at Milton “Paul” Antone Memorial Park.
Inside this Issue
Page 2 Elder News
Page 5 Youth Summit
The Ak-Chin Recreation
Department had a great
line-up of activities to keep
everyone entertained, starting
with their pool extravaganza,
where there was swimming
and games galore, and then
Page 8 Jude Shimmel visit
Page 9 Sports
when the swimmers had
had just about all they could
handle in the pool the fun
moved over to Milton “Paul”
Antone Memorial Park.
Contests that were anticipated
for the evening included a
department challenge for
the mechanical bull and
a hotdog eating contest.
As people made their way
to the park you could see
the inflatables that lined
the outfield of Veteran’s
field, with kids jumping
from one to another.
Although there were only
two representatives vying
for department champion in
the hot dog eating contest, it
was still a fierce competition
as Kyle Chavez from AkChin Security and Lifeguard
Richard Lopez, who was
hungry from all the laps in the
pool, scarfed down numerous
dogs.
The mechanical bull seemed
intimidating at first, but once
the kids got their first ride,
they kept coming back for
another chance at 8 seconds.
4th of July continues to page 7
Page 10 Summer Workers: Lifeguards
Page 12 Harrah’s welcomes The Wailers
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Elements continued from fromt page
Chairman Manuel, who was accompanied by
Vice-Chairman Delia Carlyle and Councilman
Gabriel Lopez, thanked those who contributed
to the project and the vision of how the project
focus was to represent the Community,
“internally and externally,” he said.
The Ak-Chin Ba’ban Keihina Dancers
danced on the Elements lawn in celebration of
the new facility.
UltraStar CEO Grossberg shared
that UltraStar, in its almost three years of
existence, had one of the best financial months
ever. While continuing to look at “what other
elements can we bring,” he was steadfast in
the promise made to Ak-Chin’s leadership to
“entertain, educate, and employ people.” “We
have done that,” he said.
UltraStar General Manager and COO
Saks talked of how the idea of creating event
space began several years ago. Now a reality,
he was most impressed with the collaboration,
Kitchell Contractors who renovated a retail
space to event space and Nelson Partners,
architects who created the design. He gave
credit to Ak-Chin’s leadership and vision
to create a destination events center. “This
doesn’t exist in Pinal County. We can now go
toe to toe with Phoenix properties,” he said.
UltraStar Director of Sales Jennifer Birk
provided specifics about the center before
everyone was allowed to tour inside and enjoy
a breakfast buffet. There are three rooms
which have removable walls. Each room has
audio and visual aids and screens that come
down from the ceiling. There is also surround
sound, wireless microphones, a rotating
camera and soft neutral wall tones.
East of the rooms is a fire pit patio with
shade misters, outdoor patio furniture and a
television that allows guests to see what is
going on inside. The building also has a green
room which can be used for bands or serve as
a bridal suite.
Gwen Jarick, architect from Nelson
Partners and Kari McCormick, Director of
Client Services (Native American Division)
from Kitchell Contractors each thanked the
Community for the opportunity to work on the
Newspaper
of the
Ak-Chin Indian Community
©2015
16600 N. Maricopa Highway
Maricopa, Arizona 85139
The Fire pit area of elements features patio
furniture and a television screen.
project. “Your vision has helped tribes all over
the country,” McCormick said. With other
tribes asking about the success of Ak-Chin
Indian Community she added that Ak-Chin
provides, “vision, hope and possibilities,” as
a model for other tribes, she said.
After a traditional blessing by Tohono
O’odham Nation spiritual leader Joseph
Enos, a ribbon cutting took place with AkChin, UltraStar, and project participants,
featuring Little Miss Ak-Chin Nyaila Miguel.
From the moment they walked in, AkChin members, employees and guests were
taken with the round lights that appeared
to float on the ceiling. They also enjoyed
breakfast that featured tater tots wrapped in
bacon and egg and spinach quiche. Guests
received information packets about room
rentals and met staff of the events center.
Everyone at the opening was given a gift of a
cell phone charger.
The Elements Event Center provided
a preview to the Ak-Chin Elders on Friday,
July 10th with a banquet lunch giving them
blankets to commemorate the occasion.
Elements will showcase the facility through
the rest of July.
They will have their first official event
this week as the Akimel O’odham/Pee Posh
Youth Council from the Gila River Indian
Community will host their 27th Annual Gila
River Youth Conference beginning Friday,
July 17 to Saturday, July 18, 2015.
Ak-Chin O’odham Runner Staff
Editor: Raychel Peters
Photojournalists: Kristina Morago
& Johnny Ysaguirre
Graphic Artist: Diana Carlyle
News Assistant:
Cesselea Thepkaisone
Temporary worker: Justine Peters
Summer Youth: Allissia Bandin &
Autum Manuel
UltraStar General Manager Adam Saks talks with Sandra
Shade and Lisa Garcia during the opening.
Ak-Chin Court educates
at July Court Forum
Story and photos by K. Morago
Sometimes
the
best
conversations
are between a
few people versus a crowd,
something court staff learned
during the Ak-Chin Court
Forum held at the Multipurpose Justice Complex
Community
Conference
Room on July 8th.
With only two Ak-Chin
members present and the
Runner, Probation Officer
Richard Huff provided a
blessing for the meal which
opened the forum.
Chief
Judge
Brian
Burke, Court Clerk Deanna
Rascon and Court Security
Officer Isaias Garcia each
provided an overview of their
respective court functions.
Each
presentation
was
informative, explaining civil
and criminal procedures and
Story and photo by K. Morago
From left to right: Lisa Chavez, Dawn Fuentes, Bianka
Mata, Alyssa Garcia and Dennis Antone. Youth
Council is open to youth ages 13-25 years of age.
was voted in as Female
High Representative. Two
vacancies exist for Middle
Game on!
School Representatives.
Please call 568-1044 for
additional information.
BINGO
STARTING
@ 2:00pm
In preparation for the
upcoming Senior Games
during the Annual Aging
Conference in September,
the Ak-Chin Elder Center
obtained a basketball
game similar to what
is used in the basketbll
shot contest. Ak-Chin
Snapping Turtle Martin
Antone, Sr. gave the
Runner a demonstration
of his skills. It was nothing
but net! Elders plan to
practice until perfect!!
Elders prep for senior games
All Day!
LEFT: Chief
Judge Brian
Burke and
Security
Officer Isaias
Garcia
jurisdictions of the court, and
discussing portions of the
law and order code that need
revisions.
Discussions
covered
the recidivism rate (repeat
offenders) and suggested
coordination and assistance
with other departments on
services. If you wanted to
know how juries are set up
in Ak-Chin, that information
was shared.
The staff was open to
non-case specific questions
and Chief Judge also asked
questions of the audience.
Guests left with gift bags
and a follow-up forum is
a possibility. Members are
encouraged to attend.
St. Anne’s Feast Day CelebraƟon
Entertainment
Sunday, July 26, 2015
Mass at 8:00am
Lunch will be served beginning at 12:00 NOON
CASH
RAFFLES
OF $25,
$50, $75 &
$100
Bring your
own chair &
umbrella
St. Anne’s Catholic Church - Gila River Indian Community
Highway 87 & Catholic Church Road District #4 - Upper San Tan, Arizona
For informaƟon regarding booth reservaƟons please contact Deanna Sabori @ (520)796-0109.
QuesƟons regarding Feast Day acƟviƟes please contact Albert Cruz, Jr. Parish Chief at (520)4181108. ABSOLUTELY NO GANG ATTIRE, ILLEGAL DRUGS, ALCOHOL OR FIREARMS ALLOWED ON
THE PREMISES
St. Anne’s will not be held responsible for bodily injury, theŌ or damages occurred on St. Anne’s property.
July
y
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
***Calendar Subject to Change***
1
Crafts w/ Candace on Tuesday & Thursday 9 AM @ Elder Center Eggs Donated
by Hickman’s available for pick up every Wednesday and Thursday from 8 AM
to 4 PM. Breakfast served from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. Lunch served at 12 noon.
For Transportation assistances Call the Elder Center at 520-568-1760.
Chair Volleyball w/ Dwayne & Martina Monday, Wednesday, Friday
5
6
12
19
Men Leather Class
10 AM-Service Center
June Elder Advisory
Board Meeting 1 PM
Happy Birthday!
Leander Vincent &
Erno Lopez
20
21
Egg Day
Lunch at Harrah’s Buffet
12 noon
28
July Elder Advisory
Board
Meeting 1 PM
2
Friday
3
Penny Pittman
w/All Aboard
American
San Diego Trip Details
12:30 PM Elder Center
8
9
Masik Tas Committee
Meeting 10 AM
Saturday
4
Center Closed
4th of July Holiday
10
Movie Day
Happy 4th of July
Egg Day
Egg Day
Happy Birthday!
Jeannie Stephens
15
22
Movie Day
11
Ultra Star Luncheon
Opening for Event
Center 12 noon
Tuesday July 21
Chicken, broccoli
29
O’odham Imig
Presentation by
Camillas Lopez
10 AM @ Elder Center
16
17
Men’s Monthly Meeting All
Elder Check Day
Elder Men Welcome 9 AM
Water Settlement Check
Water Settlement Check
Distribution
8 AM—4 PM
i
Distribution 8 AM—5 PM
Council Trailer
Council Trailer
18
23
Home from San Diego
CA ETA 5:45PM
25
30
24
Happy Birthday!
Connie Santiago
31
Friday July 17
Sandwich bar
pasta salad
chips, ice cream
Monday July 20
BLT Wraps, carrot
raisin salad
Chips, apples
Happy Birthday!
Kenneth Lewis
14
27
Happy Birthday!
Sally Antone
Egg Day
(Egg Policy in Effect
1 Doz Per Enrolled Elder)
Council Updates
12 noon
13
Public Health Nursing
Presentation 12 noon
Bags Packed!
San Diego Depart at
7:00AM
26
7
Thursday
Wednesday July 22
Turkey over bread
w/gravy, red
potatoes, peas
grapes
Happy Birthday!
Diane Rodriguez
Thursday July 23
Hamburgers, corn
on cob, cole slaw
cookies
Friday July 24
Egg salad sandwich
Ak-Chin Community Council
Chairman: Louis Manuel, Jr.
Vice Chairman: Delia Carlyle
Council Members: Ann Antone,
Gabriel Lopez & Robert Miguel
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LEFT: Court clerk
Deanna Rascon
RIGHT: Probation
Officer Richard
Huff
Alyssa Garcia re-elected Youth Council President
After the votes were
tabulated, Alyssa Garcia
was re-elected President of
the Ak-ChinYouth Council
on Wednesday, July 1st.
With food to feed voters,
the Youth Council election
was held in the lobby of the
Ak-Chin Library/Education
department. It was the
largest youth voter turnout
ever.
Also
elected
were
Dennis
Antone,
Vicepresident; Bianka Mata,
Secretary; and Dannon
Peters, Treasurer. Steve
Peters was elected the Male
High School Representative
and Charlene Whitman
Chairman Louis Manuel, Jr. prepares to cut the ribbon
to officially open Elements Event Center.
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MONDAY - FRIDAY
PHONE: 520•568•1375
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Tomato/
cucumber
Chips, apple sauce
Monday July 27
Red chili stew,
carrots, ce:mait
cherry cobbler
Tuesday July 28
Ham, pasta salad
over leƩuce, celery/
carrots, fruit cocktail
Wednesday July 29
Chicken, enchiladas,
white rice, corn,
peaches
Thursday July 30
Salad bar, potato
soup, pudding
Friday July 31
Indian tacos,
leƩuce/tomato
cheese, ice cream
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FLOTUS continued from fromt page
Before First Lady Obama began her keynote address, the crowd in attendance were treated
to a traditional dance performed by the North Slope Iñpiquaq Dancers from north Alaska.
In 2014, President Obama
established #GenI as a way to
improve Native American’s
lives back home through
engagement and promoting
culturally-sensitive positive life
choices to help native youth
reach and implement their full
potential.
Ak-Chin community member
Lisa Chavez attended the
conference. Out of thousands of
#GenI Native Youth Challenge
applications submitted, Lisa was
selected to attend the WHTYG
conference in Washington D.C.
Guest speakers for the first ever
Tribal Youth Gathering included
U.S. Department of Interior
Secretary Sally Jewell, U.S.
Health and Human Services
Secretary Sylvia Burwell, as well
as speakers from many of the
tribal nations across America.
With many tribal youth
representatives dressed in their
traditional wardrobe, there was
a positive aura of appreciation
and rich traditions in the air. The
room reached a fever pitch when
it was announced that First Lady
of the United States (FLOTUS)
Michelle Obama was going to
deliver a keynote address to
those in attendance.
Walking out to thunderous
applause and cheers, First
Lady Obama waved to the
crowd and made her way to the
podium to begin her speech.
Her involvement with WHTYG
was added at the 11th hour, but
her presence was a welcome
addition to the conference.
FLOTUS began her speech
by paying her respects to the
impact Native American people
had on the origins of the United
States. “Long before the United
States was even an idea, your
ancestors were harvesting the
crops that would feed the world
for centuries to come” she said.
This sent the crowd into a frenzy
of applause.
Mrs. Obama also spoke about
the impact of Native American
tribes have had throughout
the country.
“Places like
Seattle, Michigan and natural
wonders like Niagara Falls and
Yosemite could only be named
using your native languages.”
She also added, “Today on issues
like conservation and climate
change, we are finally beginning
to embrace the wisdom of your
ancestors. Your values, your
discoveries are at the heart of
the American story.”
Throughout her speech, she
vouched and spoke of the
importance of improving the
lives of Native youth. “I know
that you may have moments in
your lives when you’re filled
with doubts, or you feel weighed
down by history. But when you
start to feel that way, I want you
all to remember one simple but
powerful truth — every single
one of your lives is precious and
sacred, and each of you was put
on this earth for a reason.”
First Lady Obama’s speech
unquestionably
inspired
the crowd. She ended her
rousing 20-minute speech by
emphasizing the support Native
American youth currently have
in the White House. “Everyone
in this room has your back” she
said. “Everyone who’s speaking
at this Summit, all those Cabinet
Secretaries, all those powerful
people who have come here for
you, they have your back. And
you definitely have a President
and a First Lady who have your
back.”
Ak-Chin Runner staff
empower their stories at
NNMC conference in
Washington D.C.
Story by:
Runner Staff
From July 9 to 12, hundreds of journalists,
media professionals and tribal members
from across the United States made their
way to Arlington, Virginia to attend the
2015 National Native Media Conference
(NNMC) hosted by the Native American
Journalists Association (NAJA). Held
at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City
hotel, minutes from Washington D.C.,
Ak-Chin Runner staff members Diana
Carlyle, Cesselea Thepkaisone and
Johnny Ysaguirre were selected to
attend. Ak-Chin Councilman Robert
Miguel also joined the Runner staff on
their travel and attended the conference
as well.
This year’s conference theme was
#EmpowerYourStory, a hashtag that
NAJA incorporated in all of their multimedia visual and audio formats. NAJA
Board members encouraged attendees
to post their photos and videos of the
conference online and on their respective
social media websites throughout the
4-day conference.
Starting on Thursday, attendees of
NNMC were allowed to pick and choose
the seminars they wanted to attend. As an
added bonus, if they were a smartphone
user, they were also able to schedule and
create their own NNMC 2015 schedule
using their phone. A popular Thursday
class was a field trip to NPR’s offices
for an audio and visual storytelling
workshop. Attendees of this workshop
were fortunate enough to meet and
speak with two-time Emmy nominee
John Poole, video producer for NPR.
Secretary of Housing and Urban
Development Julian Castro
the early morning, NNMC held a panel
discussion regarding the controversial
name a certain Washington NFL team
currently uses. Panel guest speakers
included Native journalists, USA Today
sports columnists and various members
of print and video media. Throughout
the 90-minute panel discussion, the
consensus was simple – the name must
go. When discussing the name, the
speakers compared the “r-word” to the
n-word and stated that the name explicitly
disrespects Native Americans as opposed
to praising them.
Following the discussion, guests were
treated for a bit of a surprise. United
States Secretary of Housing and Urban
Development Julian Castro made a
surprise guest appearance to NNMC.
Secretary Castro attended the U.N.I.T.Y.
conference in D.C. and was asked by
NAJA to speak briefly about the current
housing situation on native lands. His
The classes that were offered at the appearance was a welcome addition to
media conference covered a wide range the already jam-packed roster of speakers
of topics and notes for discussion. throughout the week.
“Elections 2016: Tracking Spending in
your State” was a 2-part class held on Saturday night was the final night of
Friday which detailed funding of tribal the conference. It was also the National
governments and how it affects tribal Native Media Awards Banquet dinner
which had keynote speakers giving
nations across the U.S.
speeches regarding the importance of
On Friday, guests who attended the retaining Native American pride in
“Native Stories” seminar by Associate journalism. Guests of the dinner were
Producer and Karuk Indian Chiara Sottile treated to a hoop dance by Nanticoke
from NBC Nightly News were treated to Lenni-Lenape tribal member Duncan
a first-class course on the inner workings Munson.
of producing multimedia journalistic
content. In 2011, Sottile produced a The NNMC conference of 2015 was a
news segment entitled “Winning for well-ran, well-organized success. Many
Native America” which highlighted tribal members, journalists, tribal council
sports excellence from Native American members and members of media spent a
members. In the segment, Yankees week in July networking and learning
pitching ace Joba Chamberlain, golfer from each other. Though the Runner
Notah Begay III and ice dancer Naomi staff didn’t have much time to sightsee
much of Washington D.C., the tools they
Lang were featured.
learned while attending the conference
Saturday began with a touchdown. In are invaluable.
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Jackson brothers bring “In Circles”
Story and photo by K. Morago
film to UltraStar
The Masik Tas Committee would like to hear your feedback!
Please take a moment to fill out this brief survey about Masik
Tas events & entertainment.
1. What did you like best about 2014 Masik Tas Celebration?
2. What did you like the least about the 2014 Masik Tas events?
3. What would you like to see at Masik Tas this year?
4. Did you like the size of the Carnival?
YES
NO
5. If no, what would you suggest be improved to the Carnival?
6. Did you like the 2014 Live Entertainment?
YES
NO
7. How did you feel about the location of the various activities?
We want to continue to improve the celebration for all in the
Community to enjoy; we thank you for your time and input!
Completed surveys can be returned to Brittany or Henry
in-person at the Ak-Chin Tribal Headquarters office OR via
email at [email protected] or [email protected].
AK-CHIN FARM
BOARD MINUTES
May 19, 2015
August 14-16, 2015
Deadline: August 7th by 5 p.m.
Entry Fee: $180
Cash or Money Orders ONLY
Open to the First 16 teams
AWARDS
1st-3rd Place Trophies & T-Shirts
MVP & All-Tourneys
Please Contact the
Recreation Center @ 520-568-1740
or Gwen Pilone @ 520-568-1756
Men’s 35+ Open
Basketball Tournament
AUGUST
UST 29-30,
29-30
0, 2015
BASKETBALL
You can also access the survey at the following link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/789FVJV
END OF THE SUMMER
MEN’S BASKETBALL BLOWOUT
BASKETBALL
Masik Tas Survey
The
Jackson
brothers brought their
Mile 213 Productions
film, “In Circles,” to
UltraStar for a special
screening in theater 1
on Thursday evening,
July 9th. The free event
was open to the public.
The 82 minute
fictional film follows
aspiring artist Isaac
played Paul Molina, In Circles cast and crew with UltraStar staff.
who in real life is
an artist. When he returns to the brothers presented UltraStar with
reservation, he discovers change in a signed picture of the cast in
the community and in his friends. appreciation. Guests moved to
Isaac reconnects with his best friend the Luxe Lounge for the music
Scooby (Mikhail Sundust) and of Smokestack Lightning who
strives to keep him away from a performed for about an hour.
“dangerous drug dealer” played by
The Jackson brothers each
Deran Martinez. Isaac also meets shared positive comments about
up with an old girlfriend played by their UltraStar experience. “The
Danielle Mercado.
presentation was flawless and will
Filmed on the Gila River go down as one of the great moments
Indian Community, co-directors in my life thanks to UltraStar and all
and brothers Claude and Roberto the staff,” Roberto said. “UltraStar
Jackson used friends, family and was awesome,” chimed Claude.
fellow Gila River members as actors, “Not only is it a top-notch facility,
some with no film experience.
the staff was wonderful – very nice
The script was written by and committed to customer service.”
Roberto and took a year to write.
“We would just like to extend
His brother Claude spent several our gratitude to the Ak-Chin Indian
months revising it, and eventually Community and UltraStar for the
began filming in October 2012. “We hospitality we experienced. Our
filmed our final scene in mid-2014,” cast, crew and guests from GRIC
said Roberto.
were all thoroughly impressed by
It was a near capacity audience the service and attention,” Roberto
at the UltraStar screening, many said.
who traveled from Gila River and
“Thank you Ak-Chin for
neighboring communities. While allowing Rob and I to live out our
major motion pictures feature dream,” Claude added.
famous places like New York City
The movie is being submitted
or Los Angeles, the audience easily to various film festivals and the
related to Gila River’s backdrop Jackson brothers are working
scenes and laughed, “in all the right with UltraStar to show the movie
places,” said Roberto.
again during the Gila River Youth
A Q&A was held after the film Conference on Saturday, July 18th.
with cast and crew present, sharing
To learn more about the film
their experiences. Several audience and future screenings of In Circles,
members voiced their support of visit the film’s website at www.
everyone’s efforts. The Jackson incirclesfilm.com.
Entry Fee $18
$180
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Due
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1st
s Game
st
Cash or Money Order,
NO PERSONAL CHECKS
Open to the first 8 teams to sign up
AWARDS
MVP & All-Tourneys
Please Contact the
or Jesse Estrada @ 520-568-1747
Regular meeting held in the Finance Conference Room on May 19, 2015.
The meeting was called to order by the Board Chairman at 10 A.M.
Women’s Open
Basketball Tournament
Board Members Present: Leona Kakar, Gilbert Joaquin, Earl Justin,
Charles Sanchez and Robert Roth on conference call.
Also Present: Steve Coester, Farm Manager
AUGUST 29-30, 2015
A motion from Charles Sanchez to approve the meeting agenda. Second
by Earl Justin. By a vote of 5 for, 0 against, the foregoing motion was
approved.
A motion from Robert Roth to approve the minutes of April 28, 2015,
meeting. Second by Charles Sanchez. By a vote of 5 for, 0 against, the
foregoing motion was approved.
Reports
1) Farm Financials for April 2015, were briefly
reviewed. The report was not helpful in decision
making, more detailed and current information
is needed to be brought forward and a farm
accountant, hired to work specifically with the
farm and Finance personnel in producing useful
reports for the Farm Manager and Board to rely
on for crop planning and other farm issues.
2) The Farm manager’s monthly written crop report,
presented by Steve Coester, acknowledged by the
Board and filed with minutes.
Old Business
1) The Farm Manager informed the Board that the
Bureau of Reclamation has approved previous
recommendations by the Firms of Stantec and
Carrpro presented in 2009, and reports from
Corrpro in 2011, pertaining to cathodic testing
and protection program of the Ak-Chin 7884 in. Underground Link Pipeline- Corrosion
Assessment.
For further information on the Link Pipeline,
please see attached document to the original
minutes.
New Business
1) The Farm manager’s Employment Contract
and Restated Farm Plan of Operations were
discussed and assigned as Board homework,
review documents, make changes, suggestions,
additions, etc. bring back to the next board
meeting.
2) The farm manager also mentioned the possible
planting of 120 acres of black beans which
will be a new crop for the farms.
3) The farm manager also stated that pecans trees
could be planted in the corners of new land
purchased, off the reservation. Maybe 100
acres at 48 trees per acre.
4) A motion from Robert Roth to adjourn the
meeting. Second by Gilbert Joaquin. Motion
carried and the meeting adjourned at 11:15
Next Meeting Date: June 30, 2015
Attest: Gilbert Joaquin, Board Secretary
Approved: June 30, 2015
Deadline: August 21st by 5 p.m.
Entry Fee $180 Due @ 1st Game
NO PERSONAL CHECKS
AWARDS
MVP & All-Tourneys
Please Contact the
PHOENIX MERCURY
PLAY ON THE COURT
Would you like to play on the
same court as the WNBA
Champions Phoenix Mercury?
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from the Ak-Chin Indian Community to
contact me will get the opportunity on
Tuesday, July 28th, 2015
Open to Community Members & Children
Residing in that Community
Boys & Girls, Ages: 8-14
MUST BE AVAILABLE ON
TUESDAY, JULY 28TH FROM 4 P.M.-10 P.M.
To Sign Up, Please Contact The
or Brenda Segay @ 520-568-1753
5
5
Him-Dak Summer Art Program
This year’s Him-Dak
Summer Art Program was
held at the new art building!
The atmosphere with the
kids and the staff was
very exciting. We had four
different groups of children
divided up depending on
their grade level. Each class
had its own projects they
worked on.
Lemuel and Wendy worked
with the kindergarten class.
Keeping up with the kids
had them exhausted as
they had incredible energy,
but it was well worth it.
Holly worked with the 1st
-2nd grade class. One big
project she assisted the
kids in completing was
their Baymax piñata, just
in time to have it ready
for the last day. Melanie
had the 3rd -5th grade class.
They did a lot of painting
on paper and sometimes
s
e
h
lot
CHou
sehol
d
Items
even on themselves!
Jeannette’s class had
creative minds, but
also had competitive
minds as well, usually
having to do with
boys versus girls in
fun competitions.
And then we had
Florentina “The Lunch
Lady,” with the help of
Elsa, they made sure the
kids got fed with preparing
their snacks and
lunches.
The Health
Education staff
also helped in
keeping the
kids active
with exercises
and provided
different ways of creating
fun healthy snacks. We
took field trips and had
presentations for the children
from the Fire Department,
Police Department,
Environmental Department
and the BIA Staff. With all
the excitement and activities
the last day had arrived after
5 weeks.
The artwork and projects
the children had done
throughout the program
was displayed for
viewing. Each class had
made their own piñatas
and had fun breaking it
open to get to the treats
inside. We had food
for the students and the
parents. We also had a
mini store set up for the kids
to purchase school supplies
and goodies with the pretend
money they had collected
throughout the program. We
had a great time learning and
having fun this year with the
children and
look forward
to next year’s
summer art
program!
to thank the Departments
that helped with this year’s
Summer Art Program.
 Community Events
Department
 Recreation Department
 Fire Department
 Police Department
 Environmental Protection
Department
 Health Education
Department
 Lowe’s
 Ak-Chin Early Childhood
Development
 Ak-Chin O’odham Runner
 Ak-Chin Tribal Council
The HimDak Staff
would like
Yard Sale
July 25th, 2015
16852 N. Antone Ave.
Toys
Bags
and more
Youth Summit at UofA
Submitted by Job Elliot, Ak-Chin Health & Human Services
aactivities developed
ffrom research,
m
motivational
th
theories,
and input
f
from
educational
and behavioral
health professionals
across the country.
The Ak-Chin Youth Summit is an
annual event co-hosted by the Health
and Human Service Department
and the Education Department.
During this event, we coordinate an
inspirational field trip to a university.
Incoming 6th through 12th graders
are able to participate in a series of
The goals of these
activities are to
increase cultural
awareness, motivate
and to continue to
encourage children
to be successful in
all areas of their
life. Some of these
activities include
guest speakers,
workshops, campus
tours and reflection time.
This year we partnered with The
University of Arizona and their
Native American Student Affairs
Department (NASA). Close to 30
children participated in cultural and
motivational seminars. This included
a poetry workshop, where children
were able to engage the therapeutic
process of self-expression. Children
also heard the inspirational life
journey of nationally renowned Native
American artist Steve Judd. Mr.
Judd encouraged the kids to use their
natural and creative talents to become
successful.
Participates expressed they truly
enjoyed the event and look forward to
next years. Many of them appreciated
the intimate setting provided by the
NASA department, and felt as though
they were able to express themselves.
The children expressed that the guest
speakers were not only inspirational
but were also engaging.
Steven Martin introduces him self to the students and
preps them for what was instore for the day.
Artist Steve Judd shows some of his work in a
slideshow along with short films.
6
6
2015 Volleyball Mini Rams CAMP
WHEN:
July 21 & July 22, 6PM – 8PM
WHERE:
Ak-Chin GYM
46753 W. Farrell Road
Maricopa, AZ
Preschool Summer activities bring eruptions
What to bring: Water, Shoes, & Shorts
Mini RAMS Camp is designed for boys and girls
ages 7-14 interested in developing their skills and
knowledge in Volleyball. The Maricopa Volleyball
Booster Club & players will be facilitaƟng the camp
with Coach Holley. Camp will include volleyball
fundamentals and development in passing, serving
and moving on the court.
TOP LEFT: Ak-Chin Early Childhood
teacher Bianca and a student add a
mystery liquid to create the eruption
to the volcano.
COST: $30
Make checks payable to MHS Volleyball Club
Students decorated the volcano with
prehistoric toys and trees prior to the
eruption.
If you have any quesƟons or concerns or to pre-register
please contact: Coach Holley: 480-221-1017.
TOP RIGHT: Bianca takes a photo
of the eruption after mentos were
added to the soda.
LEFT: Finley Cross goes on a safari
adventure at the Preschool.
Photos by K. Morago and A. Bandin
Language summer program ends at pool
The
Ak-Chin
Language
Program had a successful
summer program for youth.
Not only did they continue
teaching the langauge, they
incorporated field trips.
The last day of the program
was spent at the Ak-Chin
Recreation Center pool where
staff and volunteers made
lunch on the grill and parents
joined in the water fun.
Ak-Chin youth did not have to miss learning
O’odham with the summer program. Learning
words, phrases, and songs along with cultural
activities filled their summer days.
Photos by K. Morago and A. Bandin
Begins August 23rd, 2015
Games on Sunday afternoon
VOLLEYBALL
VOLLEYBALL
Women’s Volleyball
League
Deadline: Monday, August 17th by 5 p.m.
Fee: $100
First 10 teams to sign up
Please Contact the
Ak-Chin
Ak-Chin
Employee Volleyball
Volleyball
Employee
Tournament
Tournament
Youth attending the final day of the Language
Summer Program enjoyed fun games in the pool.
They also had the chance to try a pickle slushie!
VOLLEYBALL
VOLLEYBALL
Open to All Ak-Chin Employees
(8 Person Roster)
MUST have 3 Women and
3 Men or 4 Women and 2 Men
on the court at all times
August 25-27, Night Games
Entry Fee: $80 (per team)
Due at First Game (NO EXCEPTIONS)
Teams may combine with
other Departments
Remember Limit is 8 players per team
Deadline to sign up is:
August 20th by 5 p.m.
Please Contact the
Begins August 23rd, 2015
Games on Sunday afternoon
VOLLEYBALL
VOLLEYBALL
Men’s Volleyball
League
League
A Language summer program participant enjoys
time at the pool. It was an overcast sky for the
festivities that included hot dogs and hamburgers.
Deadline: Monday, August 17th by 5 p.m.
Fee: $100
First 10 teams to sign up
Please Contact the
Floating on the water was popular during the
Language Programs summer outing at the pool.
A couple of kids await turns with the tube.
7
7
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9-12 Flag Football League
Looking for boys & girls who are
ƪ
Ages: 9-12
Practices Start July 27th
GAMES START AUGUST 12TH, 2015
LOOKING FOR
COACHES TOO!
Adult Kickball
League 2015
Fee $150 Due @ 1st Game
Deadline to Sign-Up:
Friday, July 31st by 5 p.m.
NO PERSONAL CHECKS
Please Contact the
or Bernardina@ 520-568-1756
13-17 Co-Ed
Kickball League
For Boys & Girls
Ages: 13-17
(As of January 1st, 2015)
Pactice Begins the Week of August 17th
@ 5 p.m. @ Ak-Chin Park
Games start on August 26th @ 6 p.m.
@ Antone Park
LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEER COACHES!
If interested, please contact the
Recreation Center
For more information, contact the
Recreation Center at @ 520-568-1740
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MON
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WED
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Monday, July 27, 2015
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For More Information, Please Contact
The Recreation Center At 520-568-1740 or
Brenda Segay At 520-568-1753
FRI
18
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17th Annual Blue
Jays/Dust Devils
T-Ball Tournament
Deadline to sign up by
Friday, July 24 by 5:00 p.m.
Need To Meet At The Gym By 8:30 a.m.
Vans Will Be Leaving At 9:00 a.m.
When: Games on
Tuesdays &
Thursday evenings,
starting August 4th
KICKBALL
Who: Adults, 18+yrs old
and older,
NO EXCEPTIONS!
Ak-Chin Parks & Recreation
Space is Limited to the First 25
Must be in High School
(Incoming Freshman to Graduating Seniors)
Permission Slips can be picked up from
the Recreation Center
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the Recreation Department
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Fee $50
If interested, please contact
Thomas Carlyle @ 520-568-1744
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Co-Ed Volleyball
League Games
Week 4
26
Co-Ed Volleyball
League Games
Week 5
20
21
T-Ball Practice
9-12 Co-Ed Slo Pitch
Softball League
Games Week 3
27
9-12 Co-Ed Slo Pitch
Softball League
Games Week 4
22
23
T-Ball League
Game Week 4
9-12 Softball Practice
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T-Ball Practice
Ak-Chin A’s Youth Baseball Tournament
July 24th-25th
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T-Ball Practice
T-Ball League
Game Week 5
9-12 Softball Practice
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T-Ball Practice
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Schimmels visit Ak-Chin, host basketball clinic
Story and photos by K. Morago
Ak-Chin youth are
ballers. Ballers for life. A
couple dozen Ak-Chin youth
spent Sunday afternoon,
July 12th, in the Recreation
Center gymnasium for the
opportunity to learn and hear
from the Schimmel family.
While it appeared it would
get started on Indian time,
the youth wasted no time
and divided themselves into
teams to play the full court.
When Jude Schimmel
and her parents Ceci Moses
and Rick Schimmel arrived,
the youth were ready to
learn. Rick provided an
introduction and Ceci led the
youth in an initial warm-up.
She shared the importance
of not stretching before a
game, but doing exercises
that encouraged dynamics, a
form of sports therapy.
They
spent
the
next couple of hours on
various drills and review
of basketball skills. She
encouraged the youth to
focus on dribbling, shooting
and rebounding. Ceci is best
known as the coach and
mother of Shoni Schimmel, a
WNBA guard in her second
year with the Atlanta Dream.
Their journey was captured
in the documentary “Off the
Rez.”
The Schimmel sisters,
Shoni and Jude played
collegiate
women’s
basketball for the University
of Louisville in Kentucky,
leading the team to the NCAA
women’s
championship
game in 2013 against the
University of Connecticut.
The family is originally from
Oregon and members of the
Confederated Tribes of the
Umatilla tribe.
Jude Schimmel did not
move toward the WNBA,
but instead wrote a book
Ak-Chin youth
participating in the
Schimmel clinic pose
with Rick Schimmel,
Ceci Moses, and Jude
Schimmel.
Ceci Moses speaking to
the crowd gathered at
the Ak-Chin gym.
and speaks to youth around
the country in addition to
conducting clinics.
At the conclusion of
the clinic, all three spoke
to the gathered audience of
parents, youth and others
and answered questions.
Each encouraged the youth
to reach for their dreams. In
particular, Ceci told youth not
“to be afraid of fear.” Jude
focused on being healthy and
shared the highs and lows
of her athletic and academic
LEFT: Emily Peters
perfects her shooting
skills during the
Schimmel clinic.
RIGHT: Jude
Schimmel takes a
photo with Mylauni
Antone and her
little sister Mylauna.
career.
Ak-Chin
Councilman
Gabriel Lopez thanked the
family for coming to Ak-Chin
and also shared comments
to the audience reinforcing
the speeches made by the
Schimmels.
Jude signed autographs,
and her book “Dreamcatcher,”
was available for purchase.
All three posed for photos.
Ak-Chin member Alvin
Antone presented Jude with
a pencil drawing of each
Schimmel sister by his
brother Waylon Antone who
was not able to attend.
Ten lucky youth from the
clinic were invited to join the
Schimmels for a traditional
meal. The Schimmels also
visited the San Carlos Apache
Tribe and Salt River Pima
Maricopa Indian Community
before the Tuesday, July
14th Phoenix Mercury game
versus the Atlanta Dream
featuring Shoni. The Mercury
won 80-71.
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9
9
Team Ak-Chin makes a slam dunk in NABI Tournament
Story and photos by: J.Ysaguirre
Danel Peters (above) passes the rock during the girls’ game against Big Sky Freeze. Adam Sanders (middle left) shoots the jumper during their game against 3 River Squad
while Weylin Hendricks Jr. looks on. Alex Lopez (middle right) gives it his all as he’s fouled on a layup. Emerlin “Butte” Keams (far right) dribbles it up the court.
From June 30 to July 4,
ball
was
life
during
the
Native
American
Basketball
Invitational (NABI) tournament.
For native ballers worldwide, NABI
is the annual basketball tournament
which allows for all smack talking
to be settled out on the basketball
court. Nations from across the US
made their way to Phoenix to settle
the score of who has the best team
in the nation.
Team Ak-Chin sent 2 squads to
hoop it up in the NABI tournament.
The girls team started their tourney
play going up against Big Sky
Freeze from Montana at Salt
River High School on July 1st.
The Boys team began their play
against Team 3 River Squad from
New Mexico at the Virginia G. Piper
Sport and Fitness center in Phoenix.
The girls came out of the gates on
fire and never looked back, giving
Big Sky their first loss of the
tournament to the tune of an AkChin 33-26 W.
Following their win, the girls
went up against Team Lady Shock
who were also from New Mexico.
Though the girls gave it their all,
they would be the ones getting
shocked by the Lady Shock, losing
54-39. Fortunately enough, their
tourney play allowed them to place
in the Girls Gold Division bracket.
This set the table for them
to battle it out against the
Salt River Renegades. Sadly,
“The Battle of the O’odham”
between the 2 teams ended up
in a heartbreaking nail biter and
with Ak-Chin being on the short
end of the stick. Their 48-51 loss
eliminated them from the tourney,
but did not break their spirits.
The All-Stars come from
Ak-Chin...again!
The Ak-Chin boys started their
NABI play with a loss, but that
didn’t deter them from showing
teams in the tournament that
they would be an easy victory.
Coached by the Ak-Chin Red
Auerbach also known as Thomas
Carlyle, the boys went in to battle
against another Arizona team We
R-1 at Mesa Community College.
Not only did their 62-36 victory in
Mesa wipe the bitter taste of their
loss earlier in the day out of their
mouths, it also allowed them to
place in the boys’ silver bracket.
from the NABI playoffs, the boys
team looked to take the reins and
carry the Ak-Chin torch with the
hopes of bringing the trophy home.
Unfortunately for the boys, they
used up all of their playmaking
abilities in Mesa, losing to Team
ABR Elite at Phoenix College with
the score of 51-66.
In the silver boys bracket, Elite AZ
from Chinle won the tournament.
For the girls gold bracket, Nez
Perce from Lapwai, Idaho finished
in first place.
With the girls team eliminated
A home run in Piestewa
baseball games
Photos by: K. Morago
Ak-Chin Community members Evone and Taylor Santiago continued their softball
dominance and have been recognized by the city of Maricopa. A few weeks ago
they were awarded with a roster selection to join the city of Maricopa’s All-Star team.
Evone and Taylor played on the same team, similar to their days of dominating the
diamond at their Sequoia Pathway together.
(Submitted photos)
BOYS OF SUMMER MAKE ALL-STARS
Kalvin Antone
The Ak-Chin A’s participated in the Lori Piestewa baseball tournament the weekend
of July 11. Back Row from L to R: Jedidiah Smith, Sureno Pacheco, Xendryk Antone,
Isaiah Peters, Dyami Jackson and Adrian Montana. Front Row from L to R: Johnny
Perkins, Alex Claw, Alex Antone, Snyder White and Lucas Antone.
Seeing
the ball
overthrown
to the
opposing
teams
catcher,
Ak-Chin
A’s Sureno
Pacheco
steals home
to score a
run.
Michael Peters, Jr.
Ak-Chin youth Kalvin
Antone, Sammy Justin,
and Michael Peters, Jr.
were selected to play on
the Maricopa All-Stars
12-13 team. Kalvin and
Sammy were pitchers and
Michael played outfield.
First place in Piestewa tourney
LEFT: Sammy Justin gets
ready to bat during one
of the first All-Star games.
He later traveled to Las
Cruces, New Mexico to
play in the Global Sports
World Series Baseball
Tournament during the
Fourth of July weekend.
Photos by Alvin Antone
Evone Santiago, Mercedes Garcia, Katie Kemp and the Copa Crew girls basketball
team came together as one to play in the Lori Piestewa basketball tournament the
weekend of July 11. Not only did they play well as a team, they took 1st place,
taking home the championship trophy in the process. (Submitted photo)
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10
Ak-Chin Summer
Youth Workers: The
Lifeguards
Success is getting what
you want; happiness is
wanting what you get.
—Ingrid Bergman
Story and photos by: A. Bandin
1. Why did you want to become a
lifeguard?
Because I needed a job this
summer.
Calvin
VanSickle
2. What are some of your interests/
hobbies?
I like playing basketball.
3. What do you like most about working here?
I like swimming and tanning
4. What do you hope to take away from this experience?
I hope to become more responsible.
1. What were the certifications you
had to acquire?
CPR, First Aid and lifeguard
course
2. What makes you come back?
Brandy
Williams
I like working with kids and it is
fun.
3. What’s the most challenging?
The heat.
4. What would you say your favorite thing is?
Swimming
1. What certifications did you need to
become a lifeguard?
LG, CPR, and AED certification
2. What made you want made you
want to become a lifeguard?
Richard
Lopez
1. W. Juan St. @ Miguel
2. W. Juan St. @ W. Ross St.
3. N. Hohokam St. @ W. Ross St.
4. N. Hohokam St. @ W. Ralph St.
5. N. Vasquez St. @ W. Vincent Ave.
6. N. Narcia St. @ W. Vincent Ave.
7. Vincent & Miguel
It’s a fun job, it takes leadership
and responsibility
3. What’s your favorite part?
Being outdoors and [being] by the water.
4. The most challenging part is?
Disciplining kids without making them feel bad.
1. Why did you choose to become a
lifeguard?
I had this job last year and I joined
for the experience.
2. What are the qualifications to join?
Brandon
Dean
You undergo a class to become CPR
certified and have to be a strong
swimmer.
3. What do you think it takes to work here?
It takes you to be outgoing. If you compare us, we are
all different, but we are all outgoing.
1. Why did you want to become a
lifeguard?
To try something new.
2. What courses did you have to take
to become a lifeguard?
Shannen
Smith
CPR training.
3. What are some of your hobbies?
Health
Announcements
1. W. Farrell Rd. @ Elder Center
2. W. Farrell Rd. @ N. Church Rd.
3. W. Farrell Rd. @ N. Enos St.
Courtesy of Ak-Chin Health Education
Department
Dental Clinic in Ak-Chin
They will be taking appointments for children
only - infants to age 16.
1. Peters & Nall & Govt. Offices
2. W. Barley Dr. @ W. Pecan Ln.
3. N. Farm Ln & W. Pecan Ln.
They will only be here until Friday 7/31.
For more information or to book an appointment,
please call Stephanie at the Ak-Chin Clinic
(520)568-3881.
“The Dental Services Department provides
comprehensive dental care to Community
members as well as to all Native Americans of all
ages from federally-recognized tribes”.
– Gila River Dental
WIC will be held on
MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 2015
Normally WIC is held on Tuesday but it has
been changed for the month of August.
If there are any questions or concerns please feel
free to call (520) 568-1080.
Learning about guns and listening to music.
St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Mission
16657 N. Church St. Maricopa, AZ 85139
1.Why did you decide to become a
lifeguard?
Sunday Mass at 12 noon
July 19 – Fr. Richard Felt
July 26 – Fr. Dennis O’Donovan
I like kids, the water, and being
outside.
Julia
Lopez-Ocaño
2.What certifications did you have to
acquire?
I had to do lifeguard training and be
CPR certified.
3. What would you say is the most challenging?
The heat.
4. What do you enjoy most?
Seeing people having fun and knowing that we’re
doing at least a little bit to keep them safe.
Friday, August 14, 2015
10AM - 12PM
Ak-Chin Service Center
Sign up call Health EducaƟon
520-568-1080
or email: mmaƩ[email protected]
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Fr. Gregory Rice, MHM
July 22-26
National Kateri Tekakwitha
Baptisms are every 4th
Conference
Sunday of the month and
Alexandria, Louisiana
baptism classes are every
2nd Saturday of the month.
July 25, 10 am
CCOE Meeting
If you are interested please
St. Catherine of Alexandria
contact Flower Ruelas at
– Santa Cruz
(520) 568-3700 or
(602) 717-3761.
July 26, 8 am
St. Anne Feast Day
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Ak-Chin/Maricopa 12 STEP RECOVERY MEETINGS
MONDAY:
Alcoholics Anonymous
Noon
Mt View Community Church
50881 W. Papago Rd
TransportaƟon provided
THURSDAY:
NarcoƟcs Anonymous
7:00PM
Ak Chin Social Services
48227 W Farrell Rd
NarcoƟcs Anonymous
7:00PM
Maricopa Community Church
44977 W Hathaway Ave
Spanish Speaking AA
7:00PM
50881 W. Papago Rd
TUESDAY:
6:30PM
50881 W. Papago Rd
7:00PM
Community of Hope Church
18700 N Porter Rd
Celebrate Recovery
6:30PM-9:00PM
Maricopa Community Church
44977 W Hathaway Ave
Dinner Provided
WEDNESDAY:
7:00PM
50881 W. Papago Rd
Women’s Group
FRIDAY:
12:00PM
50881 W. Papago Rd
EMPLOYEE UPDATE
Our Lady of Grace
45295 W HoneycuƩ Ave
SATURDAY:
7:00AM
50881 W. Papago Rd
NarcoƟcs Anonymous
7:00PM
Ak Chin JusƟce Center
Conference Room
45525 W Farrell Rd
SUNDAY:
NarcoƟcs Anonymous
7:00PM
Calvary Chapel
44301 W Maricopa/CG
Highway
Suite 105
Current openings
in the Community:
Jessica Batopis
Security
Christopher Valenzuela
Security
Check with Human Resources
for the latest
job announcements.
Please pick up applications
at the Human Resources
OfÀce or e-mail your
resume to
[email protected].
AA InformaƟon:
520-426-9318
7:00PM
50881 W. Papago Rd
NA InformaƟon:
520-426-0121
Al-Anon
7:00PM
TransportaƟon:
520-568-1093
Assistant Prosecutor
*
Court Security OfÀcer
*
Photojournalist
John Leon Guerrero Jr.
Security Systems Tech , Information Services
Complete your application in
full and be sure to sign
your name. Submit
applications before the
closing date as
late applications
will not be accepted.
If you are claiming
Indian Preference,
proof of tribal enrollment
MUST be submitted
at the time of application.
Community NoƟce A/C Filter Change Outs
We need to ensure
that Įlters are being
changed monthly or
more frequently during
Monsoon season,
because of the dust
storms that accompany
monsoons. If you
have any quesƟons
please contact Ak-Chin
Maintenance at 5681103, on weekends or
aŌer hours call 568-1200.
July Employee Birthdays
7/17
MarƟna Peters, Diabetes
Adan Enriquez, EPD
7/19
Brenda Ball, EPD
7/20
Perry VeƩraino, Capital Projects & GIS
Brian Poulson, Fire & Safety
7/22
Andrea Chee, CommunicaƟons
7/23
Kara VanHIse, Social Services
7/24
Mark Alcala, Vekol
Stephanie Batopis, Early Childhood
7/25
Leen Wander, DetenƟon
7/26
Amanda Gillespie, CommunicaƟons
7/27
Ray Pulver, EPD
7/28
Luis Rodas, Cultural Resources
7/29
Sylvia GuƟerrez, Cultural Resources
7/29
Antonio Davis, Community Government
7/31
Leah Rameriz, Finance
The Ak-Chin Indian Community
is now on Facebook!
Make sure to LIKE us to
stay up-to-date on what is
happening in the Community.
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Wishing you a very
Happy Birthday, Alejandra C.
Wish you get whatever you want for
your wish.
Grandma loves you
Happy Birthday to You Marisol A.
You have a good one; bless you and
your family.
Love you, From Grandma
Happy Birthday Jeannie Stephens
From the Elderly Center
You’re such an awesome little guy!
Stay Cuddly. Love, Grandma Juni
My little bear
I can’t believe you’re one already.
Me and brother want to wish you a
happy birthday, we love you so much.
Love, Mom and Bo
Happy birthday Jaxson
Hope you have a great, awesome
and wonderful day, I love you.
Love Auntie Patty
Environmental Protection Department
(Water Operations)
OUTDOOR WASTEWATER/SEWER
EMERGENCIES CALL
520-858-6999
OUTDOOR WATER
EMERGENCIES CALL
520-858-6061
Happy Day of Birth!
Ashlea, I just want you to know how
amazing and incredible you are.
For you I wish that all your dreams
become reality because your dreams
beneÀt the world! Keep on dreaming,
keep on sharing your heart and when
it seems that the impossible is at
hand know that you can do all things
through Christ.
Happy Birthday to
Kaylan Sunshine Peters
Well Littles it’s your special day again
and I wish you a very, very Happy
10th Birthday. Kaylan as these years
come and go...life has brought us
closer and closer and blessed you
with so much. From your dancing, your
hard work in school and for being
the best little sister and big sister.
But the biggest blessing of them all
is you as a person. You’re growing
to be so beautiful, so caring and so
inspirational to others. Especially
with me. You helped me in so many
ways, but when I think of you growing
in age it really, really makes me
sad because my baby isn’t a baby
no more. I am so proud of you and
who you are becoming. So Happy
Birthday Littles, have fun and enjoy.
Always remember love those who love
you and never take anything in life
for granted, especially the little things
in life. Take care and stop growing so
fast. Happy 10th Birthday.
I love and miss you more than
anything in this world….Smile
Love your Daddy
Happy Birthday to my little brother
“Johnny Cat”
I just want to wish you well and may
grandfather put a protected shield
over you on your special day. Yeah,
bro life may have so many changes
but whether good or bad never let
no one or any situations bring you
down. Remember life’s always good
even on a bad day. Just learn from
your mistakes because no one in this
world is perfect. Always remember
who you are and don’t change for
no one. Happy Birthday little brother
stay strong and try to enjoy the best
way you can.
Love and Respect to you and yours.
Love and Miss you.
Your Big brother Sonny
Happy 1st Birthday Jaxson
Love you so very much my Jaxsie.
For my lovely daughter Kaylan
Happy Birthday!
Your future does not lay in front of
you, it lies deep inside you. Life is
not about Ànding yourself, it’s about
creating yourself. When life becomes
a roller coaster, climb into the front
seat, throw your arms in the air and
enjoy the ride. Rise by lifting others.
Life is all about how you handle plan
B. Practice the art of listening. Play
with wild abandon. Find the joy in all
choices you make. Remember, in the
end, good girls always win. Never
forget I will always love you forever,
for always.
Love, Mommy & Cubby
Mirror, mirror on the wall
Who’s the most beautiful
of them all?
It’s my sister, didn’t you know
She’s the best, I don’t need to show
The most important thing
that I want to say
Is that today is her Birthday
I wish that the path of happiness she
treads
Brings her joy and surprises
in the year ahead.
Wishing you a Happy Birthday
dearest sis!
Love, Isaiah
What would the world be without
bright sunshine and the morning dew?
That is how dark and dull my life
would be without a sister like you.
Happy Birthday Kay Kay!
Love, Kye Bear
Happy Birthday to my
granddaughters Kaylan, Laila,
Kristen, Jennifer and Rachel and
my grandson Terrance
Love, Grandma
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12
Micky Dolenz
rocks the Third
in The Lounge
It was a full crowd
and then some as The
Monkees frontman
Micky Dolenz took
the stage Friday, July
3rd at Harrah’s
Ak-Chin in The
Lounge.
With fans ready
to dance, sing along
and go back in time
to relive the hits of
the 60’s, the show
was entertaining and
a great opener to the
holiday weekend.
The Wailers coming to Harrah’s for one show on August 8th
Story by K. Morago
“Positive vibration,” lead vocalist
Dwayne Anglin said when asked
about what guests can expect from
The Wailers show at The Lounge on
Saturday, August 8th. Considered one
of the most recognized reggae bands
to come from Jamaica, with over 250
million albums sold as Bob Marley
and the Wailers, the Wailers continue
to perform Marley’s music to devoted
fans around the world.
“We try to inspire people (and)
celebrate humanity,” Anglin said.
Talking with the Runner from their tour
stop on the East Coast on Wednesday,
July 15th, Wailer’s lead vocalist and
spokesman Anglin shared memories
of Marley told to him by bass player The Wailers bring their reggae music to The Lounge on Saturday, August 8.
(photo by Beverly Shaw)
Aston “Family Man” Barrett who is an
original Wailer. “I admire how (Bob) approached music,” Marley’s music was considered “the voice of the movement,”
Anglin said. “He took it very seriously, his conviction, Anglin said. With the music written in the late 60’s and early
concern for generations (and) improvement in society.”
70’s, it reflected the time when “the political, social, and
economic climate in Jamaica at the time was very corrupt.”
Anglin described Bob as a “very sincere and devoted person.”
“Family Man” recently led the Wailers with a musical
collaboration with country mega-superstar Kenny Chesney.
Entitled “Spread the Love,” the song is available on iTunes
with money raised going toward Boston Marathon victims
providing prosthetics for those that lost limbs.
With an extensive music catalog and popular reggae
anthems like, “One Love,” “Three Little Birds,” “Is This
Love,” and “No Woman No Cry,” Anglin said the show will be
more of what the group sees that the audience needs. “Similar
to being hungry, being aware what your body needs,” he said,
expect the set list to feature “the music most nutrient, that
improves your situation.”
“Congregate, come together, and enjoy the music,”
Anglin said. “Be a part of a celebration of life.”
The show is free, starts at 8pm at Harrah’s Ak-Chin in
The Lounge.
JoDee Messina
to perform at
Harrah’s August 7
Platinum country music
artist JoDee Messina,
best known for her hits,
“Heads Carolina, Tails
California,”
“Stand
Beside
Me,”
“I’m
Alright,” and “My Give
a Damn’s Busted,” will
grace The Lounge stage
at Harrah’s Ak-Chin on
Friday, August 7th for
one show at 8pm.
SHOW TIMES
Starting Friday, July 17, 2015

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