Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc.

LEGISLATIVE SUMMARY SHEET
Tracking No.
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DATE: September 18, 2013
TITLE OF RESOLUTION: AN ACTION RELATING TO HEALTH, EDUCATION
AND HUMAN SERVICES AND NAABIK'IYATI'; RECOMMENDING FUNDING FROM
THE NEW MEXICO STATE LEGISLATURE FOR SHIPROCK ASSOCIATED
SCHOOLS, INC. FOR DETERIORATING DORMITORIES
PURPOSE: This resolution, if approved, will recommend funding from the New Mexico state
legislature for purposes of addressing deteriorating dormitory buildings at the Shiprock
Alternative Schools, Inc.
This written summary does not address recommended amendments as may be provided by the standing
committees. The Office of Legislative Counsel requests each Council Delegate to review each proposed
resolution in detail.
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PROPOSED STANDING COMMITTEE RESOLUTION
22nd NAVAJO NATION COUNCIL - Third Year, 2013
INTRODUCED BY
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Legisla t ive Tracking Number
AN ACTION
RELATING TO HEALTH, EDUCATION AND HUMAN SERVICES AND
NAABIK'IYATI'; RECOMMENDING FUNDING FROM THE NEW MEXICO STATE
LEGISLATURE FOR SHIPROCK ASSOCIATED SCHOOLS, INC. FOR
DETERIORATING DORMITORIES
BE IT ENACTED:
Section One. Purpose and Findings
1. The Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc. is a tribally-controlled school as defined under
the Tribally Controlled Schools Act. The school operates all education and educationrelated programs, as well as construction and facilities repair and improvement programs,
pursuant to provisions of Public Law 100-297.
2. Aside providing education to its students, the school operates a residential dormitory
program. Approximately 100 students reside in the dormitories, attending school on a
daily basis. Unfortunately, the dormitories are 72 years old, presenting many hazards.
There is the presence of asbestos, deteriorating water pipes, poor drainages, dilapidated
masonry walls, floors, footings, foundations and roofs, as well as problems with electrical
wiring and heating systems, among various other issues. See attached resolution of the
school board for the Shiprock Alternative Schools, Inc., no. 10-010 (Exhibit "A"), letters
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of the Head of Maintenance and Facilities and the Dormitory Manager (Exhibits "B" and
"C" respectively).
3. The school (Shiprock Alternative Schools, Inc.) has been seeking funds for the past
12 years hoping to address the problems posed by its deteriorating dormitories.
Currently, the Bureau of Indian Affairs has no funding to correct the serious deficiencies.
Section 2. Recommendation for Funding
The Navajo Nation hereby recommends that the New Mexico Legislature help fund
construction for deteriorating dormitory buildings at the Shiprock Alternative School,
Inc.
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SHIPROCK ASSOCIATED SCHOOLS, INC.
P.O. Box 1809
Shiprock, New Mexico
Dine Nation 87420
Business (505) 368-2100
Fax (505) 368-2076
www.sasi.bie.edu
EXHIBIT
RESOULTION OF THE
Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc. Board
Resolution No. 10-010
Supporting and Authorizing the Submittal of the Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc. Proposal for Funding to the State of
New Mexico Legislature in Santa Fe New Mexico, for Shiprock Associated Schools Inc.-Residential Program Dorm
Construction Project.
WHEREAS, The Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc. is a tribally controlled school as defined in Sec. 5212(g) of the Tribally
Controlled Schools Act in that it is operated by a Tribal organization enrolling students in High School, Mid School, and
Elementary grades, and
WHEREAS, The Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc. is organized under Public Law 100-297, the Tribally Controlled Schools,
Act and authorized by this Act to operate schools and residential dormitory programs, and
WHEREAS, The Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc. was reauthorized by the Education Committee as Legislative No. 016304 to continue grant operation of all education and education-related programs, and school construction, facilities
improvement and repair, and minor improvements and repairs projects pursuant to the provisions of Public Law 100297, beginning July 2, 2010 and ending June 30, 2013, and
WHEREAS, The Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc. School Board has been seeking Dormitory Construction Funds to the
B.I.A Office of Facilities, Management, and Construction (OFMC) for the past 12 years for new dormitory construction,
however it was not considered and presently NO FUNDIND AVAILABLE BY THE BUREAU OF INDIAN EDUCATION (B.I.E)
Dorms are 72 years old. Constantly needing costly repairs and maintenance jeopardizing the conformance with 25 CFR,
Part 36; Federal Dormitory Standards, The Buildings are now considered hazardous of asbestos, exposure, deteriorating
water pipes, drainages, masonry walls, floors, footings and foundations, roofs, electrical wirings, heating systems, etc.
Annually, approximately 100 students reside in the dorms to attend schools daily.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
The Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc. Board reaffirms its support and authorized the submission of Shiprock Associated
Schools, Inc.; Residential Program Dorm Construction Proposal for funding.
CERTIFICATION
We hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly considered by the Shiprock Associated Schools Inc. Board duly
called Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc School Board meeting at which a quorum was present and that the same was
approved by a vote of
in favor, 0 opposed and 0 abstained on this 9th day of September, 2013.
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ISEP Eligible/Non-Eligible/Exceptions Roster cont.
Report Type: Certification
Education Line Office Name and Code: New Mexico Navajo North (Shiprock) D32N01
School Name and Calendar: Shiprock Associated Dormitory 12-13 Shiprock Associated Dorm
Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc.
Certification of the ISEP Student Membership
I certify that this account was conducted in accordance with 25 CFR, Part 39 and the Indian School Equalization Program (ISEP) Membership Regulations and that all forms were
completed by personnel instructed in and knowledgeable of ISEP guidelines. The attached Student Roster accurately represents membership of the school, educatio
residential programs for the school year specified.
126 Total Students (both ISEP and Non-ISEP)
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1, the lawfully appointed or elected Chairperson of the above named school, have reviewed the Student Roster herewith submitted and processes under which the count was
completed. I attest that information accurately represents the school's membership and educational programs for the school year specified.
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Report Type: Certification
Education Line Office Name and Code: New Mexico Navajo North (Shiprock) D32N01
School Name and Calendar: Shiprock Associated Dormitory 11-12 Shiprock Associated Dorm
Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc.
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Certification of the ISEP Student Membership
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completed by personnel instructed in and knowledgeable of ISEP guidelines. The attached Student Roster accurately represents membership of the school, education and/or
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Report Type: Certification
Education Line Office Name and Code: New Mexico Navajo North (Shiprock) D32N01
School Name and Calendar: Shiprock Associated Dormitory
Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc.
Certification of the ISEP Student Membership
I certify that this account was conducted in accordance with 25 CFR, Part 39 and the Indian School Equalization Program (ISEP) Membership Regulations and that all forms were
completed by personnel instructed in and knowledgeable of ISEP guidelines. The attached Student Roster accurately represents membership of the school, education and/or
residential programs for the school year specified.
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Special Education Codes
40= Mental Retardation
41=Hearing Impairments
42=Speech or Language impairments
43=Visual Impairments
44=Emotional Disturbance
45=Orthopedic Impairments
46=Other health impairments
47=Specific Learning disabilities
48=Deaf-blindness
49=Multiple Disabilities
50=autism
51=Traumatic Brain Injury
52=Development Delay
Gifted and Talented Codes
Instructional Gifted and Talented Students
A=Intellectual Ability
B=Creativity/Divergent Thinking
C=Academic Aptitude/Achievement
D=Leadership
E=Aptitude in Visual and Performing Arts
U=Unknown
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SHIPROCK ASSOCIATED SCHOOLS, INC.
P.O. Box 1809
Shiprock, New Mexico
Dine Nation 87420
Business (505) 368-2100
Fax (505) 368-2076
www.sasi.bie.edu
EXHIBIT
September 9, 2013
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Navajo Nation Health, Education & Human Services Committee
Attn: Jonathan Hale, Chairman
PO Box 670
Window Rock, AZ 86515
Dear Mr. Hale:
The Shiprock Associated Schools has been seeking funding to replace the old deteriorated
Residential Buildings. However, our efforts have been without any success. The Buildings
consist of 1204, 1205 and 1206 which house our Residential students during the school year.
Our Maintenance Staff maintain the buildings to the best of their capabilities but there are still
shortfalls due to the deterioration of the buildings. Therefore, Safety and Health issues arise and
repairs are dependent on building replacement for the proper resolution. Although these matters
are apparent and the Central BIE OFMC office is aware, there has been no budget allocation for
replacement of these buildings.
We appreciate your assistance and support in our efforts in seeking funding for replacement of
our Residential Buildings. If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact me at
505.368.2100.
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Dean Clark
Head of Maintenance & Facilities
❑Administration
DAcademic
❑Facilities
❑Residential
Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc.
RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM
P.O. Box 1809
Shiprock , New Mexico
Dine Nation 87420
Business (505) 368-2074
Fax (505) 368-2076
www.sasi.bia.edu
September 09, 2013
NAVAJO NATION HEALTH, EDUCATION, & HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE
EXHIBIT
ATTN: JOHNATHAN L. HALE , COMMITTEE PRESIDENT
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P.O. BOX 3390
WINDOW ROCK, ARIZONA 86515
RE: SHIPROCK ASSOCIATED SCHOOLS, INC., SUPPORT RESOLUTION BY THE NAVAJO NATION HEALTH, EDUCATION, &
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE TO SUPPORT RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM DORMITORY CONSTRUCTION PROPOSAL FOR
FUNDING TO THE NEW MEXICO LEGISLATION 2014
I provided a brief presentation to the H.E.H.S.C. Committee at the August 28, 2013 meeting at Montezuma Creek, Utah.
The Shiprock Associated Schools, Inc, Residential Program Dormitory Construction Proposal was provided to each
Council Delegate present at the meeting. Thereafter, to support our Request for the Support Resolution, the following
information was requested:
1) A letter by our Facility Department Manager documenting there is no funding available through the Bureau of
Indian Education Facility Department, (Attached) written by Dean Clark, SASI Head of Facilities on September 09,
2013,
2)
A Shiprock Associated Schools Inc, School Board Resolution, (Attached) approved by the SASI School Board on
September 09, 2013,
3)
And Student Data, (attached) School Years 2008 through 2012 ISEP Student Headcount Verification of
enrollment.
I look forward to receiving a Support Resolution from the Navajo Nation Health, Education, and Human Services
Committee on behalf our Shiprock Associated Schools Inc, Residential Program and School Board. The Support
Resolution will support our quest in approaching the New Mexico Legislature in 2014, and together in unity, we strive
toward seeking funding for new dormitories.
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Johnny Anderson, Dorm Manager
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MEMORANDUM
Honorable Members
Health, Education and Human Services Committee
Naa'bik'iyati' Committee
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FROM
Jo T Naize, Speaker
Nava • Nation Council
SUBJECT :
ASSIGNMENT OF LEGISLATION
Pursuant to 2 N.N.0 § 164 (A)(4), this memorandum serves to inform and advise you that I
assign the following legislation to the Health, Education and Human Services Committee and the
Naa'bik'iyati' Committee;
Legislation No. 0288-13
RELATING TO HEALTH, EDUCATION AND HUMAN SERVICES AND
NAA'BIKIYATP; RECOMMENDING FUNDING FROM THE NEW MEXICO STATE
LEGISLATURE FOR SHIPROCK ASSOCIATED SCHOOLS, INC. FOR
DETERIORATING DORMITORIES
As the Committee assigned to consider the legislation, Legislation No. 0288-13 must be placed
on the Health, Education and Human Services Committee and the Naa'bik'iyati' Committee's
agenda at the next regular meeting for final consideration.
ATTACHMENT:
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Legislation No. 0288-13
Hon. Ben Shelly, President
The Navajo Nation
Harrison Tsosie, Attorney General
Mark Grant, Controller
Dominic Beyal, Executive Director, OMB
Honorable Jonathan L. Hale, Council Delegate (Prime Sponsor)
The Legislative Branch • Post Office Box 3390 • Window Rock, AZ 86515 • Telephone (928) 871-7254 / 6380 / 6381 / 6382 / 6383 / 6887 • Fax: (928) 871-7259
Office of Legislative Counsel
Telephone: (928) 871-7166
Fax:
(928) 871-7576
Johnny Naize
Speaker of the Navajo Nation Council
MEMORANDUM
To
Hon. Jonathan Hale, Council Delegate
Navajo Nation Council
From :
Ron Haven, Attorney
Office of Legislative Counsel
Date :
September 18, 2013
Re
AN ACTION RELATING TO HEALTH, EDUCATION AND HUMAN
SERVICES AND NAABIK'iYATII, RECOMMENDING FUNDING FROM
THE NEW MEXICO STATE LEGISLATURE FOR SHIPROCK
ASSOCIATED SCHOOLS, INC. FOR DETERIORATING DORMITORIES
As requested, I have prepared the above-referenced proposed resolution and associated
legislative summary sheet pursuant to your request for legislative drafting. Based on existing
law and review of documents submitted, the resolution as drafted is legally sufficient.
However, as with all legislation, it can be subject to review by the courts in the event of
proper challenge. You are encouraged to review the proposed resolution to ensure that it is
drafted to your satisfaction.
If you are satisfied with the proposed resolution, please sign it as "sponsor" and submit it to the
Office of Legislative Services where it will be given a tracking number and sent to the Office of
the Speaker for assignment.
If the proposed resolution is unacceptable to you, please contact me at the Office of Legislative
Counsel and advise me of the changes you would like made to the proposed resolution. Ahehee'.
OLC # 13-586-1
Office of Legislative Counsel / The Legislative Branch Post Of Box 3,390 / Window Rock, Arizona 86515
THE NAVAJO NATION
LEGISLATIVE BRANCH
INTERNET PUBLIC REVIEW PUBLICATION
LEGISLATION NO: _0288-13
SPONSOR: Jonathan L.Hale
TITLE: An Action Relating To Health, Education And Human Services, And
NAABIK'IYATI; Recommending Funding From The New Mexico State Legislature
For Shiprock Associated School, Inc. For Deteriorating dormitories
Date posted: September 23, 2013, at 5:45pm
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