Friday, August 31, 2012
Navajo Nation Special Diabetes Project 2012 Tour
American Diabetes Association/Navajo
Nation Special Diabetes Project 2012 Tour De Cure in Farmington, New
Mexico, September 15, 2012. Starting at McGee Park in Farmington, New
Mexico and on to Navajo Agriculture Products Industries (N.A.P.I.)
property, with distances of 10 miles for the beginning or 100 miles for
advance riders. Check out the links below
http://www.nnsdp.org/
http://main.diabetes.org/site/TR/TourdeCure/A2WTX-WestTexasArea?pg=entry&fr_id=8510
Navajo President Shelly Says New Budget Will Create 28 job Layoffs
Navajo President Shelly Says New Budget Will Create 28 job Layoffs WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. - Navajo Nation President Ben Shelly's efforts to save 28 jobs took a blow Monday as the Navajo Council Budget and Finance Committee unanimously approved a $170 million budget for the Executive Branch in FY 2013. However, President Shelly said he is still asking for division directors and program managers to consider other methods of saving those jobs. "Protecting existing jobs on the Navajo Nation is my priority. I hoped that we wouldn't have any layoffs of any positions, but with a $2.3 million budget shortfall, we lessened the hit that we could've taken," President Shelly said. Initial layoff projections called for more than 150 layoffs, but President Shelly's executive budget team used cost saving measures to save about 120 jobs. The budget team reduced operational, travel, and contract service spending, as well as cutting 47 vacant positions. In a memorandum today, President Shelly assigned the division directors to begin examining the potential of reassigning personnel to other positions, or finding federal or state funding for those positions. "I am doing everything I can to save these jobs," President Shelly said. Budget forecasts for Fiscal Year 2013 were reduced by $2.3 million for the Executive Branch and by about $3 million for the Navajo Nation as a whole. Reductions came after Four Corners Power Plant announced the closing of three of five units, reducing projected Navajo Nation revenues from leases and royalties. "I have told people for months about possible budget cuts, and here we are. It's unfortunate but we will find ways to move forward," President Shelly said. "We still have layoffs, that's disappointing, but we also saved about 120 jobs. I'm still not happy with that. We hope that the Council and its committees will find other ways to increase the budget to save 28 jobs," President Shelly said.
Ft Defiance Agency Turkey Trot Planning Meeting
Just want to thank everyone with the JMI this past summer. You all did a good job and hope we continue to partner up next year and into the future. Once we get all data input done, we will do a feedback to each chapter on how they did and we will forward to you for your information. We are moving right along into our fall event; Turkey Trot. Schedule is done; all we need is to convey to you all and get an agreement. We will be having our planning meeting at CHRs Conference room in Ft. Defiance . Date: September 14, 2012 Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Location: CHRs Office, Ft. Defiance Please mark your calendar and come join us. We know how busy you all are, but come and join us to plan out our activities for our communities.
PFLAG Gallup Sept. Calendar of Events
PFLAG Gallup
Parents, Families, Friends of Lesbians Gays and Transgender
A new season is upon us! PFLAG Gallup offers you a variety of local
events for the entire community.
PFLAG's mission is to SUPPORT, EDUCATE, and ADVOCATE!
SEPTEMBER 2012
Community Fundraiser for Rainbow Center
Saturday-September 1, 2012
8:00am to 12:00pm
Gallup Flea Market
Items will be sold to raise funds for the emerging Rainbow Center in
Gallup, NM
Fun Walk sponsored by Sunrise Kiwanis
Thursday-September 13, 2012
6:00pm to 8:00pm
Sports Complex (across Fitness Center)
FREE event! FREE Tshirts (early bird special)
Other sponsors include Coca-Cola and Creamland
also participating UNM-Gallup Nursing Program
For more info contact John 505 863 3770
Join PFLAG group!
WEAR RAINBOW colors!!
Hike Church Rock Trail
Sunday-September 16, 2012
1:00pm to 3:00pm
Meet at Church Rock Post Office (inside Red Rock State Park)
Bring plenty of water and sunscreen!!
FREE event!!
PFLAG Gallup Support Meeting
Wednesday-September 19, 2012
6:00pm to 8:000pm
RMCH Solarium 3rd Floor
1901 Red Rock Dr.-Gallup
FREE Event!! Potluck!!
Support Group plus "LIFE QUILT" presentation
by Jeremy Yazzie
PFLAG Gallup Cookout
Sunday-September 23, 2012
2:00pm to 5:00pm
Viro Circle Park (Clark St & Aztec St)
FREE Event for the entire community!!
PFLAG Gallup Planning Meeting
Monday-September 24, 2012
1:00pm to 2:00pm
The Coffee House in Downtown Gallup
FREE Event for the entire community.
Copyright © 2012 PFLAG Gallup, All rights reserved.
Our mailing address is:
PFLAG Gallup
PO BOX 3901
Gallup, NM 87301
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Navajo Health, Education, and Human Services budgets
August 24, 2012 Health, Education, and Human Services Committee approves proposed FY13 comprehensive budgets for 4 Navajo divisions, 1 department TSAILE, Ariz. - The Health, Education, and Human Services Committee convened on Aug. 22 for a regular meeting at Diné College's Kinya'áanii Library, where they approved and recommended to the Budget and Finance Committee the proposed comprehensive Fiscal Year 2013 budgets of four Navajo Nation divisions and one department. Council Delegate Jonathan Hale sponsored five legislations relating to the division budgets for the upcoming fiscal year. Legislation No. 0313-12, pertaining to the Navajo Division of General Services FY13 budget of $56.8 Million, passed unanimously after the inclusion of two amendments; the final vote was five (5) supporting and (0) opposing. Legislation No. 0314-12, pertaining to the Navajo Department of Diné Education FY13 budget of $66 Million, passed unanimously after the inclusion of four amendments. One of the amendments recommended by Council Delegate Dwight Witherspoon tied a Condition of Appropriation to the approval of the budget. Pursuant to 12 N.N.C. §810, a condition of appropriation places a specific contingency on an appropriation by the Navajo Nation Council. Appropriated funds or any other funds received by the Navajo Nation on which a condition of appropriation is placed may not be lawfully expended until the condition of appropriation is met. According to the recommended COA, DoDe shall develop a plan by the end of the FY13 second quarter to establish twenty-five mini-grants for the FY14 budget cycle. The grant's expected value will be $1,000. "The need has arrived for the Navajo Nation to begin to support schools directly, and this COA starts such by creating plans to offer grants to foster growth in areas of special interest for areas of public concern," said Delegate Witherspoon. The final vote to pass the DoDE budget was four (4) supporting and zero (0) opposing. Legislation No. 0316-12, pertaining to the Navajo Division of Social Services FY13 budget of $90.3 Million, passed with one amendment. A COA was added to the legislation which will require the division to develop a plan to establish twenty-five mini-grants, five per agency, for faith-based councils to address social needs in their region. "The concept is to help provide seed money," said Delegate Witherspoon. The seed money will allow faith-based groups on the nation to establish plans of operations and work toward obtaining non-profit organization status, enabling them to pursue outside grant monies to fund activities addressing regional social needs. The plan is expected to be completed by the end of the 2nd quarter of FY13. The mini-grants are for FY14 budget cycle. The approximate value of each grant will be $3,000. The final vote to pass the NDSS budget was four (4) supporting and one (1) opposing. Legislation No. 0317-12, pertaining to the Navajo Division of Health FY13 budget of $12.3 Million, passed with one amendment. A new performance measure was added to NDOH budget forms, per the recommendation of Council Delegate Walter Phelps. The committee recommended that a new program indicator and goal statement be included, directing the Dilkon Service Area to work with the Dilkon Steering Committee and the Area Agency on Aging District 5 unit to provide a measurable amount of technical training to improve elder services in the local communities. The final vote to pass the NDOH budget was four (4) supporting and zero (0) opposing. Legislation No. 0315-12, pertaining to the Navajo Division of Human Resources FY13 budget of $21.5 Million, passed with two amendments. One amendment included the addition of a Condition of Appropriation. The committee recommended for NDHR to initiate a study to revise the salary schedule by the end of the 3rd quarter for equity and salary comparisons. Second, the division shall create a plan to fund Navajo Nation employees who do not possess the degree or certification for their current position to take two courses a year. Delegate Hale expressed concerns with the operation of the Department of Workforce Development, which is housed under NDHR, and stated that he, along with Delegate Joshua Lavar Butler were also concerned with the amount of dollars being reverted back to the federal granting agency in most recent years. "It's one thing to bring a legislative request before the committee to accept federal funds, but what is behind that?" Delegate Hale asked, "How are the funds working to benefit the people? That is not shared." Delegate Hale requested that the division furnish to the committee by the end of the first quarter of FY13 all federal funding agreements pertaining to the Department of Workforce Development. The committee voted to add this task to the NDHR's budget form as one of the program's performance measure criteria. The final vote to pass the NDHR budget was four (4) supporting and zero (0) opposing. The approved budgets now move onto the Budget and Finance Committee for their consideration. ###
Film and Media Education Summit in Albuquerque September 7
New Mexico Film Office to Host Film and Media Education Summit in Albuquerque September 7 SANTA FE - The New Mexico Film Office will host the first annual Film and Media Education Summit on September 7 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the National Hispanic Cultural Center in Albuquerque. University administrators, educators and guidance counselors from schools that offer film and media programs have been invited. Their students are also welcome to attend.
The League of Women Voters of New Mexico
The League of Women Voters of New Mexico has been busy
advocating on important issues. read what the
state League has been doing on:
The Supreme Court's decision on the Affordable Care Act
Expanding Medicaid in New Mexico
Cleaning up or closing down the coal-fired San Juan
Generating Station
Campaign financing
Our study on alcohol
We are still looking for a few more hands on deck to help design La
Palabra. If you have just a few hours to spare once every three
months, you can be a big help in getting the word out about all the
great work the League does in New Mexico. Email
lapalabra@lwvnm.org for details for to volunteer. Join the fun!
Thanks, and enjoy the rest of your summer.
League of Women Voters of New Mexico board of directors
leaders@lwvnm.org
advocating on important issues. read what the
state League has been doing on:
The Supreme Court's decision on the Affordable Care Act
Expanding Medicaid in New Mexico
Cleaning up or closing down the coal-fired San Juan
Generating Station
Campaign financing
Our study on alcohol
We are still looking for a few more hands on deck to help design La
Palabra. If you have just a few hours to spare once every three
months, you can be a big help in getting the word out about all the
great work the League does in New Mexico. Email
lapalabra@lwvnm.org for details for to volunteer. Join the fun!
Thanks, and enjoy the rest of your summer.
League of Women Voters of New Mexico board of directors
leaders@lwvnm.org
New Mexico Livestock Board issues streamlined directive to contain livestock virus
Contact:
Katie Goetz
Public Information Officer @ New Mexico Department of Agriculture
575-646-2804
New Mexico Livestock Board issues streamlined directive to contain
livestock virus
In order to simplify the efforts to contain a virus hampering the state’s livestock trade, the
New Mexico Livestock Board (NMLB) has issued a directive that no livestock animal be
allowed to enter a public event in the state without a clean bill of health.
The directive aims to contain a strain of vesicular stomatitis (VS) that first appeared in New
Mexico this spring, prompting other states to place cumbersome trade restrictions on
livestock from New Mexico.
The text of the directive is as follows:
“The organizers of all public livestock events including but not limited to rodeos,
ropings, horse shows, fairs, jackpots, trail rides and gymkhanas will require that a
health certificate (Certificate of Veterinary Inspection, or CVI) issued by an
accredited, licensed veterinarian, written within the preceding five (5) days be
presented prior to entry into the event. Organizers should deny entry to any
participant without the required CVI.”
“This directive ensures that regulatory measures are applied fairly to all livestock, all
livestock owners, and all events across the state – no exceptions,” said Myles Culbertson,
executive director of the New Mexico Livestock Board. “It also ensures that New Mexico
can continue having public livestock events like rodeos without threatening the interstate
sales of New Mexico livestock.”
Culbertson said his agency’s inspectors continue to be actively involved in VS surveillance
and control. Inspectors have increased their road stops, random checks for paperwork,
patrolling, and checkpoints at the entrances to public livestock events. As a result, a
number of animals with suspect lesions have been identified and quarantined, awaiting test
results.
“We understand this requires an extra effort from the state’s veterinary community, and we
thank them for all their assistance and diligence to stop the spread of VS,” said state
veterinarian Dr. Dave Fly, DVM.
Dr. Fly said the directive is in effect until VS is eliminated from the state of New Mexico.
The directive covers all species of livestock.
VS can affect horses, cattle, and pigs; it can also affect sheep, goats, llamas, and alpacas.
While not usually fatal, VS causes blister-like lesions that can be so painful they limit an
animal's ability to eat and move. VS is spread from infected animals to healthy animals
through insect carriers, as well as saliva and fluid from ruptured lesions.
Livestock owners across New Mexico are encouraged to protect against VS by isolating
their livestock from other people’s livestock, using insect repellant and eliminating insect
breeding grounds, and monitoring their animals for symptoms.
For more information, visit NMLB’s website at nmlbonline.com and click on “What’s
Hot”.
###
Katie Goetz
Public Information Officer @ New Mexico Department of Agriculture
575-646-2804
New Mexico Livestock Board issues streamlined directive to contain
livestock virus
In order to simplify the efforts to contain a virus hampering the state’s livestock trade, the
New Mexico Livestock Board (NMLB) has issued a directive that no livestock animal be
allowed to enter a public event in the state without a clean bill of health.
The directive aims to contain a strain of vesicular stomatitis (VS) that first appeared in New
Mexico this spring, prompting other states to place cumbersome trade restrictions on
livestock from New Mexico.
The text of the directive is as follows:
“The organizers of all public livestock events including but not limited to rodeos,
ropings, horse shows, fairs, jackpots, trail rides and gymkhanas will require that a
health certificate (Certificate of Veterinary Inspection, or CVI) issued by an
accredited, licensed veterinarian, written within the preceding five (5) days be
presented prior to entry into the event. Organizers should deny entry to any
participant without the required CVI.”
“This directive ensures that regulatory measures are applied fairly to all livestock, all
livestock owners, and all events across the state – no exceptions,” said Myles Culbertson,
executive director of the New Mexico Livestock Board. “It also ensures that New Mexico
can continue having public livestock events like rodeos without threatening the interstate
sales of New Mexico livestock.”
Culbertson said his agency’s inspectors continue to be actively involved in VS surveillance
and control. Inspectors have increased their road stops, random checks for paperwork,
patrolling, and checkpoints at the entrances to public livestock events. As a result, a
number of animals with suspect lesions have been identified and quarantined, awaiting test
results.
“We understand this requires an extra effort from the state’s veterinary community, and we
thank them for all their assistance and diligence to stop the spread of VS,” said state
veterinarian Dr. Dave Fly, DVM.
Dr. Fly said the directive is in effect until VS is eliminated from the state of New Mexico.
The directive covers all species of livestock.
VS can affect horses, cattle, and pigs; it can also affect sheep, goats, llamas, and alpacas.
While not usually fatal, VS causes blister-like lesions that can be so painful they limit an
animal's ability to eat and move. VS is spread from infected animals to healthy animals
through insect carriers, as well as saliva and fluid from ruptured lesions.
Livestock owners across New Mexico are encouraged to protect against VS by isolating
their livestock from other people’s livestock, using insect repellant and eliminating insect
breeding grounds, and monitoring their animals for symptoms.
For more information, visit NMLB’s website at nmlbonline.com and click on “What’s
Hot”.
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Squash Blossom Classic September 29 & 30
Jenny 862-1865
EARLY
REGISTRATION for the Squash Blossom Classic 4.5 Mile Run and Kent
Hodges 1/2 Marathon closes this Friday, August 31st. This year's
Screamer Mtn. Bike Race will be on Saturday, Sept. 29th and all running
events will take place on Sunday, Sept. 30th. All races take place on
the High Desert Trails just north of Gallup. Go to
www.squashblossomclassic.com for more information or call Jenny at
862-1865.
3 new human West Nile virus cases in New Mexico
3 new human West Nile virus cases in New Mexico
Updated: Monday, 27 Aug 2012, 8:09 AM MDT
Published : Monday, 27 Aug 2012, 8:09 AM MDT
Published : Monday, 27 Aug 2012, 8:09 AM MDT
SANTA
FE, N.M. (AP) — Three more New Mexicans have been diagnosed with West
Nile virus infection, bringing the total in the state this year to five
human cases.
New Mexico Department of Health officials announced Friday that the new cases include a 58-year-old woman from Bernalillo County, a 54-year-old man from Dona Ana County and a 32 year-old-man from Curry County.
The Dona Ana County man has been placed in a rehabilitation facility after being hospitalized with meningitis, encephalitis and flaccid paralysis.
Health officials say the other two virus victims have recovered and gone home.
The first two human cases of the year were residents of Bernalillo and San Miguel counties.
Officials say six horses have also tested positive for West Nile virus this year in New Mexico and two had to be euthanized.
New Mexico Department of Health officials announced Friday that the new cases include a 58-year-old woman from Bernalillo County, a 54-year-old man from Dona Ana County and a 32 year-old-man from Curry County.
The Dona Ana County man has been placed in a rehabilitation facility after being hospitalized with meningitis, encephalitis and flaccid paralysis.
Health officials say the other two virus victims have recovered and gone home.
The first two human cases of the year were residents of Bernalillo and San Miguel counties.
Officials say six horses have also tested positive for West Nile virus this year in New Mexico and two had to be euthanized.
N.M. SC sides with oil companies
N.M. SC sides with oil companies in royalties dispute
BY JESSICA M. KARMASEK
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| Maes |
SANTA FE, N.M. (Legal Newsline) - The New
Mexico Supreme Court on Friday ruled in favor of two oil companies in a
dispute over the proper calculation of royalty payments on state oil and
gas leases.
In a typical oil and gas lease, lessees are granted the right to extract and sell oil and gas derived from state lands; in return, lessees pay the state a royalty.
Oil and gas leases may specify payment of royalty upon a number of different measures, including net proceeds, gross proceeds and market value.
In New Mexico, the language of the state oil and gas leases are prescribed by statute.
Over the years, the Legislature has enacted several versions of the statutory oil and gas lease, and the plaintiff companies have entered into hundreds of oil and gas leases with the State.
Specifically, the New Mexico Legislature enacted statutory oil and gas leases in 1919, 1925, 1927, 1929, 1931, 1945, 1947 and 1984.
The case at issue concerns the royalty clauses contained in the 1931 and the 1947 statutory lease forms.
Both the 1931 and 1947 leases specify that the payment of royalty is to be calculated as a percentage of the "net proceeds" resulting from the sale of gas. By definition, "net proceeds" constitutes "the sum remaining from gross proceeds of sale minus payment of expenses."
In 2005 and 2006, the state's Commissioner of Public Lands -- who is authorized to execute and issue leases in the name of the State -- audited plaintiffs ConocoPhillips Company and Burlington Resources Oil and Gas Company's royalty payments.
Following the audit, the commissioner notified the lessees that they had been underpaying their royalty obligations and issued them assessments for the underpayment.
In particular, the commissioner claimed that pursuant to the terms of the statutory lease forms the oil companies could not deduct the post-production costs necessary to prepare the gas for the commercial market when calculating their royalty payments. He claimed the improper deductions resulted in ConocoPhillips underpaying royalties by about $18.9 million and Burlington underpaying by about $5.6 million.
In response, the companies filed a complaint in a district court seeking a declaration that the commissioner's assessment of additional royalty constituted a deprivation of due process, an unconstitutional impairment of contract, and breach of contract.
In addition, they claimed that the commissioner had exceeded his constitutional and statutory powers by issuing the assessments and had effectively usurped legislative power by seeking royalty payments under calculation methods not approved by the Legislature.
In response, the commissioner alleged a host of counterclaims for breach of contract, breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, and breach of the implied covenant to market.
He sought a declaratory judgment, an accounting, an injunction, and the cancellation of leases.
The lessees sought, and the district court granted, summary judgment.
The commissioner appealed to the state Court of Appeals, which certified the appeal to the state's high court.
Chief Justice Petra Jimenez Maes, who authored the Court's 21-page ruling, said the lower court's reliance on "extrinsic evidence" was proper and it was correct in determining that the net proceeds language of the two lease forms was unambiguous as a matter of law.
The Court also affirmed the district court's findings holding that field and plant fuel are post-production costs that the companies remit to post-production service providers for the development and production of the leased premises.
"They are neither sold nor saved by lessees and therefore are not subject to royalty payments," Maes wrote.
The Court also upheld the lower court's finding that the companies are only obligated to pay royalties on the use of drip condensate -- the portion of a gas stream that becomes liquid during the transmission of the gas from the leased premises to a processing plant -- to the extent that they receive proceeds from such use.
"Lessees' use of drip condensate amounts to a post-production cost that is remitted to post-production service providers," Maes explained.
"Construing the leases so as to give effect to every provision, we conclude that the royalty obligations contained in the 1931 and 1947 lease forms are limited by their respective free use clauses and do not require royalties to be paid on lessees' use of drip condensate to the extent that lessees do not derive proceeds from such use."
The Court also sided with the district court in finding that deductions used in calculating the companies' royalty obligations must be reasonable.
It noted that there is nothing in the 1931 or 1947 statutory lease forms to indicate that the Legislature intended to treat affiliated and non-affiliated transactions differently when deducting post-production costs.
"The district court found that based on the statutory and regulatory history, the New Mexico Legislature and the Commissioner of Public Lands intended both affiliated and nonaffiliated transactions to be treated the same. Therefore, lessees were permitted to deduct reasonable costs incurred for post-production services," Maes wrote.
"We agree with the district court's finding that there was no support for defendant's contention that deductions for affiliated transactions must be limited to actual costs."
In addition, the Court affirmed the district court's dismissal of the commissioner's counterclaim for the breach of the implied covenant to market, saying it does not need to reach the issue in this case.
"When the Legislature adopted the statutory oil and gas leases that we have referenced in this opinion, the Legislature expressed the policy decision that lessees under such leases are entitled to recover some post-production costs associated with making the gas marketable. How much and what kinds of post-production costs remain at issue in this case," Maes wrote.
"However, because of this legislative policy decision we do not need to decide whether the marketable condition rule is inherent in the implied covenant to market. As we indicated in Davis, whether the marketable condition rule applies in New Mexico is not yet ripe for review."
From Legal Newsline: Reach Jessica Karmasek by email at jessica@legalnewsline.com.
In a typical oil and gas lease, lessees are granted the right to extract and sell oil and gas derived from state lands; in return, lessees pay the state a royalty.
Oil and gas leases may specify payment of royalty upon a number of different measures, including net proceeds, gross proceeds and market value.
In New Mexico, the language of the state oil and gas leases are prescribed by statute.
Over the years, the Legislature has enacted several versions of the statutory oil and gas lease, and the plaintiff companies have entered into hundreds of oil and gas leases with the State.
Specifically, the New Mexico Legislature enacted statutory oil and gas leases in 1919, 1925, 1927, 1929, 1931, 1945, 1947 and 1984.
The case at issue concerns the royalty clauses contained in the 1931 and the 1947 statutory lease forms.
Both the 1931 and 1947 leases specify that the payment of royalty is to be calculated as a percentage of the "net proceeds" resulting from the sale of gas. By definition, "net proceeds" constitutes "the sum remaining from gross proceeds of sale minus payment of expenses."
In 2005 and 2006, the state's Commissioner of Public Lands -- who is authorized to execute and issue leases in the name of the State -- audited plaintiffs ConocoPhillips Company and Burlington Resources Oil and Gas Company's royalty payments.
Following the audit, the commissioner notified the lessees that they had been underpaying their royalty obligations and issued them assessments for the underpayment.
In particular, the commissioner claimed that pursuant to the terms of the statutory lease forms the oil companies could not deduct the post-production costs necessary to prepare the gas for the commercial market when calculating their royalty payments. He claimed the improper deductions resulted in ConocoPhillips underpaying royalties by about $18.9 million and Burlington underpaying by about $5.6 million.
In response, the companies filed a complaint in a district court seeking a declaration that the commissioner's assessment of additional royalty constituted a deprivation of due process, an unconstitutional impairment of contract, and breach of contract.
In addition, they claimed that the commissioner had exceeded his constitutional and statutory powers by issuing the assessments and had effectively usurped legislative power by seeking royalty payments under calculation methods not approved by the Legislature.
In response, the commissioner alleged a host of counterclaims for breach of contract, breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, and breach of the implied covenant to market.
He sought a declaratory judgment, an accounting, an injunction, and the cancellation of leases.
The lessees sought, and the district court granted, summary judgment.
The commissioner appealed to the state Court of Appeals, which certified the appeal to the state's high court.
Chief Justice Petra Jimenez Maes, who authored the Court's 21-page ruling, said the lower court's reliance on "extrinsic evidence" was proper and it was correct in determining that the net proceeds language of the two lease forms was unambiguous as a matter of law.
The Court also affirmed the district court's findings holding that field and plant fuel are post-production costs that the companies remit to post-production service providers for the development and production of the leased premises.
"They are neither sold nor saved by lessees and therefore are not subject to royalty payments," Maes wrote.
The Court also upheld the lower court's finding that the companies are only obligated to pay royalties on the use of drip condensate -- the portion of a gas stream that becomes liquid during the transmission of the gas from the leased premises to a processing plant -- to the extent that they receive proceeds from such use.
"Lessees' use of drip condensate amounts to a post-production cost that is remitted to post-production service providers," Maes explained.
"Construing the leases so as to give effect to every provision, we conclude that the royalty obligations contained in the 1931 and 1947 lease forms are limited by their respective free use clauses and do not require royalties to be paid on lessees' use of drip condensate to the extent that lessees do not derive proceeds from such use."
The Court also sided with the district court in finding that deductions used in calculating the companies' royalty obligations must be reasonable.
It noted that there is nothing in the 1931 or 1947 statutory lease forms to indicate that the Legislature intended to treat affiliated and non-affiliated transactions differently when deducting post-production costs.
"The district court found that based on the statutory and regulatory history, the New Mexico Legislature and the Commissioner of Public Lands intended both affiliated and nonaffiliated transactions to be treated the same. Therefore, lessees were permitted to deduct reasonable costs incurred for post-production services," Maes wrote.
"We agree with the district court's finding that there was no support for defendant's contention that deductions for affiliated transactions must be limited to actual costs."
In addition, the Court affirmed the district court's dismissal of the commissioner's counterclaim for the breach of the implied covenant to market, saying it does not need to reach the issue in this case.
"When the Legislature adopted the statutory oil and gas leases that we have referenced in this opinion, the Legislature expressed the policy decision that lessees under such leases are entitled to recover some post-production costs associated with making the gas marketable. How much and what kinds of post-production costs remain at issue in this case," Maes wrote.
"However, because of this legislative policy decision we do not need to decide whether the marketable condition rule is inherent in the implied covenant to market. As we indicated in Davis, whether the marketable condition rule applies in New Mexico is not yet ripe for review."
From Legal Newsline: Reach Jessica Karmasek by email at jessica@legalnewsline.com.
Navajo Nation Fair Parade Committee Meeting!
66th Annual Navajo Nation Fair Parade Committee Meeting! Volunteers are welcome to come sit in. Quality Inn-Window Rock, AZ @ 5:30 pm today August 27, 2012. "We're born alone, we live alone, we die alone. Only through our love and friendship can we create the illusion for the moment that we're not alone". Orson Welles
http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/quotes/o/orsonwelle142014.html
Job listing: Office of Problem Gambling Prevention & Education Administrator
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF GAMING
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
ANNOUNCEMENT #0812
POSITION TITLE: Office of Problem Gambling Prevention & Education Administrator
LOCATION: 1110 W. Washington, Suite 450
Phoenix, Arizona 85007
RECRUITMENT TYPE: Uncovered; not part of the State Merit
System
HIRING SALARY: $50,000 - $55,000
RESPONSIBILITIES: Represent the Office of Problem Gambling (OPG) by coordinating
with government and community organizations relative to OPG
education and awareness activities. Develop relationships with, and
provide education to, potential partners and target groups. Create
and coordinate problem gambling prevention and community
awareness programs. Gather, review and evaluate existing
prevention and education programs for use in Arizona. Develop
community based education programs. Develop curriculum for
presentations. Develop and/or oversee development of
education/outreach curriculum and collateral materials related to
target populations in cooperation with state and community
organizations. Gather and disseminate statistical information
regarding tribal/state-funded outreach and education programs.
Oversee statewide problem gambling help line.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree; At least three years experience in the areas of
behavioral health education and prevention programming—ideally in
the problem gambling field, strong verbal and written
communication skills; knowledge about key resources for problem
gamblers; proven ability to work with various cultures represented in
Arizona; or equivalent combination of education, training and work
experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of
the position.
.
WORK SCHEDULE: 8:00a.m. to 5:00p.m., Monday - Friday
Occasional Weekends
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, September 7, 2012 @ 5:00 p.m.
APPLY TO: Arizona Department of Gaming
Attn: Levada S. Coker, Human Resources
602-255-3819, or personnel@azgaming.gov
Fax 602-255-3883
POSTING DATE: Wednesday, August 08, 2012
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
ANNOUNCEMENT #0812
POSITION TITLE: Office of Problem Gambling Prevention & Education Administrator
LOCATION: 1110 W. Washington, Suite 450
Phoenix, Arizona 85007
RECRUITMENT TYPE: Uncovered; not part of the State Merit
System
HIRING SALARY: $50,000 - $55,000
RESPONSIBILITIES: Represent the Office of Problem Gambling (OPG) by coordinating
with government and community organizations relative to OPG
education and awareness activities. Develop relationships with, and
provide education to, potential partners and target groups. Create
and coordinate problem gambling prevention and community
awareness programs. Gather, review and evaluate existing
prevention and education programs for use in Arizona. Develop
community based education programs. Develop curriculum for
presentations. Develop and/or oversee development of
education/outreach curriculum and collateral materials related to
target populations in cooperation with state and community
organizations. Gather and disseminate statistical information
regarding tribal/state-funded outreach and education programs.
Oversee statewide problem gambling help line.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree; At least three years experience in the areas of
behavioral health education and prevention programming—ideally in
the problem gambling field, strong verbal and written
communication skills; knowledge about key resources for problem
gamblers; proven ability to work with various cultures represented in
Arizona; or equivalent combination of education, training and work
experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of
the position.
.
WORK SCHEDULE: 8:00a.m. to 5:00p.m., Monday - Friday
Occasional Weekends
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, September 7, 2012 @ 5:00 p.m.
APPLY TO: Arizona Department of Gaming
Attn: Levada S. Coker, Human Resources
602-255-3819, or personnel@azgaming.gov
Fax 602-255-3883
POSTING DATE: Wednesday, August 08, 2012
Monday, August 27, 2012
Labor Rights Week 2012
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U.S. Department of Labor For Immediate Release Aug. 27, 2012
Office of Public Affairs
Contact: Gloria Della Mary Brandenberger
Washington, D.C.
Phone: 292-693-4679 202-693-4651
Release Number: 12-1769-NAT Email:
della.gloria.d@dol.gov Brandenberger.mary@dol.gov
Statement by Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis on Labor Rights Week 2012
WASHINGTON − Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis today issued the following
statement in recognition of Labor Rights Week, Aug. 27-31:
“This year’s theme, ‘Promoting Labor Rights is Everyone’s
Responsibility,’ underscores the importance of partnerships between the
Labor Department and other countries to educate migrant workers and their
employers about U.S. labor laws.
“Making America’s workplaces safe and fair for everyone is the hallmark of
Labor Rights Week. We’re committed to ensuring that workers are safe on the
job and paid what they’re owed by law. This means no one can be paid less
than $7.25 an hour. It means overtime must be paid for each hour above 40 a
week. And it means that employers must provide a safe workplace.”
The department’s Wage and Hour Division, which enforces federal laws
governing a minimum wage, overtime pay, child labor and the rights of migrant
workers, and the department’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration,
which is principally concerned with protecting workers from hazards on the
job, are participating in Labor Rights Week events throughout the nation this
week.
A video message from Secretary Solis about Labor Rights Week is available at
http://www.dol.gov/dol/media/webcast/20120808-laborrights/index-english.htm.
More information about Labor Department programs that protect migrant workers
can be found at http://www.dol.gov/ilab/highlights/if-20120611.htm
<http://www.dol.gov/ilab/highlights/if-20120611.htm> .
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U.S. Department of Labor For Immediate Release Aug. 27, 2012
Office of Public Affairs
Contact: Gloria Della Mary Brandenberger
Washington, D.C.
Phone: 292-693-4679 202-693-4651
Release Number: 12-1769-NAT Email:
della.gloria.d@dol.gov Brandenberger.mary@dol.gov
Statement by Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis on Labor Rights Week 2012
WASHINGTON − Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis today issued the following
statement in recognition of Labor Rights Week, Aug. 27-31:
“This year’s theme, ‘Promoting Labor Rights is Everyone’s
Responsibility,’ underscores the importance of partnerships between the
Labor Department and other countries to educate migrant workers and their
employers about U.S. labor laws.
“Making America’s workplaces safe and fair for everyone is the hallmark of
Labor Rights Week. We’re committed to ensuring that workers are safe on the
job and paid what they’re owed by law. This means no one can be paid less
than $7.25 an hour. It means overtime must be paid for each hour above 40 a
week. And it means that employers must provide a safe workplace.”
The department’s Wage and Hour Division, which enforces federal laws
governing a minimum wage, overtime pay, child labor and the rights of migrant
workers, and the department’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration,
which is principally concerned with protecting workers from hazards on the
job, are participating in Labor Rights Week events throughout the nation this
week.
A video message from Secretary Solis about Labor Rights Week is available at
http://www.dol.gov/dol/media/webcast/20120808-laborrights/index-english.htm.
More information about Labor Department programs that protect migrant workers
can be found at http://www.dol.gov/ilab/highlights/if-20120611.htm
<http://www.dol.gov/ilab/highlights/if-20120611.htm> .
Friday, August 24, 2012
RNC: Gove Meeting Natives Means Going to Hell
In a June 8, 2012 email to the governor's senior staff and personal attorney, Pat Rogers wrote in response to an article regarding the governor's annual meeting with the state's tribal leaders
Rogers is referring to the governor's attendance at the annual state-tribal leaders summit, a meeting the governor is required by law to attend.
George Armstrong Custer may be regarded as a kind of military hero by Pat Rogers, but to the Native peoples of America Custer represents the bellicose imperialism that was responsible for the systematic slaughter of American Indians throughout this continent.
Pat Rogers is a high-powered GOP lobbyist, partner and Vice-President of the Modrall law firm of Albuquerque, RNC National Committeeman and recent member of the RNC Executive Committee. He has represented Presidential candidates George Bush, Ralph Nader, Congressman Heather Wilson and the Susana Martinez for Governor Committee.
"Such a blatantly racist statement against our native people is offensive from anyone, but to come from a national GOP leader and lobbyist for some of our country's largest corporations is indefensible," said Pat Davis, Executive Director of ProgressNow New Mexico.
Full article here:
http://www.progressnownm.org/blog/2012/08/progressnow-patrogers.html
Thursday, August 23, 2012
Diné College Job Openings
Flora Benn, '11 [navajonationsea] Navajo Nation Office of Broadcast Services PO Box 2310 Window Rock, AZ 86515 Phy location: 4611 N. Tribal Hill Dr. Window Rock, AZ 86515 Fx (928)871-7355 Main (928)871-7826, 871-6655
After School Pre-K program
St. Francis School, 214 West Wilson in Gallup has a day-long pre-school program for 3 and 4 year-olds, Monday through Friday.
After the school day ends at 2:40 PM optional care is available till 6:00 PM.
If there are any questions you may call me at the
office: Fr. Larry Bernard, OFM, Pastor and Chief Administrator St.
Francis of Assisi Church and School 863-3033.
You may also call Mrs. Julie Weeks, St. Francis School Principal 863-3145.
The Rainbow (Natzlihaliid) Center Flea Market Fundraiser
- 8:00am until 3:00pm
Come join The Rainbow (Natzlihaliid) Center at the Gallup Flea Market
We will be at the Flea Market on Saturday August 25th from around 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
We are accepting donations for the day such as clothing, electronics, sodas, water, etc. If you have a donations or want to volunteer, please contact the following individuals:
~ Jeremy Yazzie at gaygallup2010@gmail.com or 505.713.2828
~ Allison Wonderland at allison_wonderland90@yahoo.com or 505.906.7169
~ Jordon Johnson at jordon.johnson@yahoo.com or 505.503.5183.
Please let your family and friends know that we will be there. We hope to see you there.
Please stay tuned also for future events and fundraisers.
Native Brothers Workshop for Native Gay & Bisexual Men
NAN, Inc. presents Native Brothers Workshop for Native Gay & Bisexual Men
October 20-21, 2012Farmington, NM
Registered participants will receive a FREE Gift Bag which includes a Gift Card, meals plus snacks during the two day workshop, and hotel lodging for one evening. This is a drug free and alcohol free event. Location of workshop will be given to registered participants only.
Facilitators of workshop are Jeremy Yazzie and Sasha James
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WANTED: VOLUNTEERS for a Bilingual Warmline
WANTED:
VOLUNTEERS for a Bilingual Warmline Gallup, NM |
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The
Warmline is a peer run Non-Crisis Line. The Warmline is a form of
social support and a complement to professionally run crisis lines. The
aim is not to diagnose or to treat, but simply to listen and reflect
back what callers say plus calling on personal experiences when
appropriate.
The Warmline is a bilingual (Navajo and English) service. The Warmline will be operating at the Hozho Center 126 West Maloney-Gallup, NM: Mondays 4:00pm to 9:00pm Thursdays 4:00pm to 9:00pm Saturdays 1:00pm to 6:00pm The Hozho Center Warmline will be launced on Thursday-September 6, 2012 VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS Volunteers must have lived experience as a consumer of behavioral health services (Mental Health or Substance Abuse) 18 years of age or older Able to speak Navajo and English Willing to attend mandatory training in Gallup, NM Reliable Transportation If you are interested in becoming a Warmline Volunteer for the Hozho Center, please attend a mandatory meeting on Tuesday-September 5, 2012 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Hozho Center 126 West Maloney-Gallup, NM. Sincerely, Jeremy Yazzie Warmline Coordinator Hozho Center |
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Monday, August 20, 2012
Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission
NNHRC's clients reveal one critical communication staple SAINT MICHAELS, Navajo Nation--The Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission learned from their clients about the importance of one communication staple-the public payphone. Public payphones still play a critical role in contacting the police and EMT services. On Friday, August 10, 2012, NNHRC staff members met with the Interim District Attorney Thomas Tapia and the Victim Advocate Sharon Valdez of the 13th Judicial District Attorney's office, clients and their families to update everyone collectively about their ongoing case, asserting their rights, and about the court system in general at the Baca-Prewitt Chapter House in Prewitt, Navajo Nation (N.M.). "While the Navajo victims were assured that there is progress in their cases, information provided by the District Attorney's office also indicate significant protection of the defendants' rights," said NNHRC Executive Director in an interview. "Often times it appears to Navajo victims that the perpetrators have more protection than they do." Gorman explained that part of this understanding of the American judicial system is the often anticipated outcome of a trail where a Navajo is the victim would entirely lose faith in the judicial system by filling the system with continuances. Tapia shared how competitive the court system is. He explained that being proactive builds a stronger case in the competitive system. In this case, proactive means taking ownership of issues that are raised. A self-defeating cycle "The other factor that the defendants rely on is the condition of the victims," said Gorman. He continued and said, "These conditions often are the state of being unable to productively contribute to the trial. The adage to the competitive and often vicious cycle is the fact that when the defendants pled insanity they go through a prolonged evaluation." In this case, the perpetrator, Shawn Longoria, pled insanity and was evaluated over a period of one year, causing the Navajo victims to increasingly question the American judicial system. Further, Tapia noted that as time passes, people who work in the court system are likely to advance or move on in their careers, leaving victims with new and unfamiliar case workers. Tapia also explained the non stop process of his extremely busy office where a great majority of the cases relate to drugs and alcohol. He reported a 90 percent conviction rate of cases which run the full procedural gamut but that only 50 percent of cases actually do so. NNHRC wants to ensure these victims' cases are not in jeopardy for failing to run the full course of court procedures. Each rescheduled hearing sends victims to return to their lives and in some cases beaten again allegedly. After the completion of presentations, a question and answer sessions opened. "Where are the police?" One client, who attended the meeting, said, "Two of the accused people who attacked us are involved in a homicide." In attempt to raise a point, he questioned where the police were when needed and said, "When you don't need them they're there." The client explained how one person who lives on the street was cut by someone. A police officer was not around he explained. Tapia explained when incidents aren't reported to law enforcement, an investigation cannot be conducted. The client fired back and said, "There are no payphones in Grants. You have to have a cell phone." He doesn't have a cell phone. Asserting rights Another client changed the tone of the meeting and asked if a case goes to trial, would they need to testify. "Absolutely," said Tapia. In response, the client said, "Where does our protection stand when we testify?" Sharon Valdez explained to him to call the Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission and her office. The client who was concerned about his protection listened. "I know that doesn't make you feel safe," said Valdez. "I know it's scary and I'm not on the streets to protect you." "We can't force you to testify. But we encourage you to," said Valdez. After learning that all questions had been answered, Tapia said, "You call anytime. I respect you greatly." Without a way for victims to call law enforcement is a concern for the Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission. To break this questioning session, family members pled for their family members to sober up. In their pleas, they explained who is solely responsible, the victims themselves. In response, the client asking about his protection said, "I want to remind you that even because they are drinking, they have rights." Rights they have, asserts the Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission. What the Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission significantly depends on is the roles of family members. From a Navajo traditional perspective, family is a unit that defies the desperate conditions the Navajo victims face in a border town. It is within the Navajo family that the core traditional values of K'é and hozhoojí are taught and nurtured with discipline. NNHRC role Valdez said, "I want to thank the Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission for keeping in contact with the victims." She continued and said to those who were present, "They have been instrumental in keeping you updated with hearing dates. It is unheard of to have this many victims and have current contact information." NNHRC Investigator Varvara Phillips said, "We have a high volume of cases, too, and it is important to be proactive in your case." NNHRC with the MOU in place will address how to improve safety measures to City officials including payphones or call boxes similar to ones on university campuses across the nation in high crime related areas. In the meantime, NNHRC urges family members to encourage victims to report incidents to the police to help build their case. When a call is made to 911, remember to ask for the dispatcher's name, write the time the call was made, and write how long it takes for law enforcement to arrive for your documentation. Build a record. Also, if citizens see any harm against anyone, report the incident to the police. NNHRC sends their appreciation to the Baca-Prewitt Chapter staff members for their assistance in hosting the meeting. ### Rachelle Todea, Public Information Officer Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission P.O. Box 1689 Window Rock, Navajo Nation (AZ) 86515
AUG 30 - 7th Annual Parent Conferenc Registration Flyer, Window Rock AZ
http://www.obs.navajo-nsn.gov/
Through Early Literacy
Please join us for the 7th Annual Navajo Nation Parent Conference to be held at Navajo Nation
Museum in Window Rock, Arizona. Learn about early diagnosis, early development and early
literacy supports and services available to children with developmental delays on the Navajo
Nation.
WHERE:
Navajo Nation Museum
Window Rock, AZ
WHEN:
Thursday, August 30, 2012
8:00AM–4:00 PM
(Registration begins at 7:30 AM)
WHO IS INVITED:
Parents, teachers, professional, educational leaders, and others serving children with disabilities on the Navajo
Nation are invited to attend this year’s annual conference.
COST:
NO COST – Lunch is provided free of charge for registered participants.
REGISTRATION:
Fill out the registration form provided below and fax to (505) 786-2261. If you do not have access to a fax machine or
would just like more information, contact Rose Mary Silversmith at Navajo Nation Growing in Beauty Office in
Crownpoint, NM at (505) 786-2413 or Paula Seanez at our toll free number (866) 341-9918 in Window Rock, Az
or fax to (928) 871-7865. If you need special accommodations, please register by August 17, 2012. We will also do
on-site registration on August 30th.
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Parent Conference Registration Form
Name: ____________________________________________ Title: ____________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________ City/State/Zip: _____________________________________
Phone: ______________________ Fax: __________________ E-mail address: ____________________________________
Please check one: _____parent _____teacher _____educational leader ____ Other (Specify) __________________________
Would you like to be on the mailing list for future parent conferences? Yes No
Do you have any special needs or accommodations? Please check the following that applies:
___ Sign Language Interpreter ___Navajo Translation ___Braille ___Large Print ___
Through Early Literacy
Please join us for the 7th Annual Navajo Nation Parent Conference to be held at Navajo Nation
Museum in Window Rock, Arizona. Learn about early diagnosis, early development and early
literacy supports and services available to children with developmental delays on the Navajo
Nation.
WHERE:
Navajo Nation Museum
Window Rock, AZ
WHEN:
Thursday, August 30, 2012
8:00AM–4:00 PM
(Registration begins at 7:30 AM)
WHO IS INVITED:
Parents, teachers, professional, educational leaders, and others serving children with disabilities on the Navajo
Nation are invited to attend this year’s annual conference.
COST:
NO COST – Lunch is provided free of charge for registered participants.
REGISTRATION:
Fill out the registration form provided below and fax to (505) 786-2261. If you do not have access to a fax machine or
would just like more information, contact Rose Mary Silversmith at Navajo Nation Growing in Beauty Office in
Crownpoint, NM at (505) 786-2413 or Paula Seanez at our toll free number (866) 341-9918 in Window Rock, Az
or fax to (928) 871-7865. If you need special accommodations, please register by August 17, 2012. We will also do
on-site registration on August 30th.
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Parent Conference Registration Form
Name: ____________________________________________ Title: ____________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________ City/State/Zip: _____________________________________
Phone: ______________________ Fax: __________________ E-mail address: ____________________________________
Please check one: _____parent _____teacher _____educational leader ____ Other (Specify) __________________________
Would you like to be on the mailing list for future parent conferences? Yes No
Do you have any special needs or accommodations? Please check the following that applies:
___ Sign Language Interpreter ___Navajo Translation ___Braille ___Large Print ___
West Nile virus kills N.M. horses
West Nile virus kills N.M. horses At least seven West Nile cases confirmed in state HOBBS, N.M. (KRQE) - The deadly west Nile outbreak is now here in New Mexico, and while humans have been infected, only horses have died. To access this story, copy and paste this url in your browser: www.krqe.com/dpp/news/health/west-nile-virus-kills-nm-horses
AUG 22 thru 24 - "Navajo Nation Building Summit-Investing In Our Future" Agenda, Tsaile AZ
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 22, 2012
8:00 -9:00 AM
Registration & Continental Breakfast (DINEʼ COLLEGE DINING ROOM)
Dine College, Sponsor
9:00 AM: (TENT]
Invocation: The Honorable Nelson BeGaye, Council Delegate, Tsaile Chapter
Welcome: Fannie Atcitty, President, Dine' College Board of Regents
9:05 - 9:15 AM: Welcome: Fannie Atcitty, President, Dine' College Board of Regents
9:15 - 9:30 AM
Opening Remarks: The Honorable Katherine Benally, Chair, Resources and Development Committee,
Navajo Nation Council Dennehotso, Chilchinbeto & Kayenta Chapters
9:30 – 9:45 AM
Executive Branch Opening Remarks: The Honorable Ben Shelly, President, The Navajo Nation
9:45- 10:00 AM
Arbin Mitchell, Division Director, Division of Community Development,
“Infrastructure on the Navajo Nation: The Capital Improvement Plan and ICIP Chapter Priorities”
10:00 -10:30 AM
The Honorable LoRenzo Bates, Chair, Budget and Finance Committee, Navajo Nation Council, T'iistoh
Sikaad, Nenahnezad, Upper Fruitland, Tse' Daa' Kaan, Newcomb, San Juan “Permanent Trust Fund-
History, Fund Balance and Use of Income and Principal”
10:30 - 10:45 AM
Raymond Nopah, Chief Financial Officer & Department Director, Economic Development
“Bond Financing Economic Development
11:15 - 12:00 PM
Moderators, Breakout Session Procedure
Brian Cole, President, Building Communities, Inc., Raymond Nopah, Asa Begaye
NAVAJO NATION COUNCIL, RESOURCES & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE, DINE COLLEGE,
NATIVE BROADCAST ENTERPRISE
HOSTS
NATION BUILDING SUMMIT
“INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE”
DINEʼ COLLEGE, TSAILE, AZ.
AUGUST 22-24, 2012
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
12:00 – 1:00 PM (TENT)
LUNCHEON
Invocation
Speaker: The Honorable Leonard Tsosie, Council Delegate, Littlewater, Pueblo Pintado, Torreon,
Whitehorse Lake, Baca/Brewitt, Casamero Lake, Ojo Encino, Counselor. “The obligation of the Federal,
State & Tribal Government”
Speaker: Wes Medford, President, Lorica Equity Partners “A Path to Financial Sovereignty, a model for
Developing a People’s Bank”
1:00 - 4:00 PM: BREAKOUT WORK SESSIONS (Tent)
4:00 – 5:00 PM:
Work Session Break Out Group Moderator process:
Brian Cole, Raymond Nopah, Moderator
The Honorable Katherine Benally, Chair, Resources and Development Committee,
Navajo Nation Council
NAVAJO NATION COUNCIL, RESOURCES & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE, DINE COLLEGE,
NATIVE BROADCAST ENTERPRISE
HOSTS
NATION BUILDING SUMMIT
“INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE”
DINEʼ COLLEGE, TSAILE, AZ.
AUGUST 22-24, 2012
THURSDAY, AUGUST 23, 2012
8:00-9:00 AM
REGISTRATION & CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST (DINEʼ COLLEGE DINING ROOM)
Dine College, Sponsor
9:00 - 9:05 Invocation: Zane James, President, Wheatfields-Tsaile Chapters
9:05 - 9:20 AM
Welcome: The Honorable Roscoe Smith, Vice Chair, Resources & Development Committee, Navajo
Nation Council, Crystal, Fort Defiance, Red Lake, Sawmill
9:20 - 9:30 AM:
Speaker: Bernadette Tsosie, Deputy Director, Navajo Area Trust Responsibility
9:30 - 9:45 AM:
Speaker: The Honorable Speaker, Johnny Naize, Navajo Nation Council Tachee/Blue Gap, Many
Farms, Nazlini, Tselani/Cottonwood, Low Mountain
9:45 - 10:05 AM
Keynote Speaker: Manley Begay, Associate Social Scientist/Senior Lecturer American Indian Studies
Program, Co-Director, Harvard Project on American Indian Economic Development, Member of the
Permanent Trust Fund Board
10:05 -12:00 AM Moderators- Explanation of Break out Work Session update Brian Cole, Raymond
Nopah, Asa Begaye
NAVAJO NATION COUNCIL, RESOURCES & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE, DINE COLLEGE,
NATIVE BROADCAST ENTERPRISE
HOSTS
NATION BUILDING SUMMIT
“INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE”
DINEʼ COLLEGE, TSAILE, AZ.
AUGUST 22-24, 2012
THURSDAY, AUGUST 23, 2012
12:00 AM: LUNCH (TENT)
Invocation
12:05 - 12:15 PM:
Youth Speaker: Janene Yazzie, “Youth Play a Vital Role in Nation Building”
12:15 -12:30 AM:
Speaker: Kimberly Silentman-Kanuho, Tribal Planner, Swaback Architects “Community Planning”
12:30- 12:40 PM:
Speaker: The Honorable Frank Dayish Jr., Vice President, 2003-2006
12:40 - 12:50 PM:
Speaker: The Honorable Milton Bluehouse, Navajo Nation President, 1998
1:00 - 4:00 PM: BREAKOUT WORK SESSIONS
6:00-8:00 PM BANQUET
6: 00 -6:15 PM:
Invocation
Welcome: Dr. Maggie George, President, Dine College
6:15 - 6:45PM
Keynote Speaker: The Honorable Peterson Zah, Navajo Nation Chairman, 1983-1987; President,
1991-1994
6:45-7:15 PM
Guest Speaker: The Honorable Peter Macdonald, Former Chairman, Navajo Nation,
“What goes into Nation Building – “It Starts with the Community”
NAVAJO NATION COUNCIL, RESOURCES & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE, DINE COLLEGE,
NATIVE BROADCAST ENTERPRISE
HOSTS
NATION BUILDING SUMMIT
“INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE”
DINEʼ COLLEGE, TSAILE, AZ.
AUGUST 22-24, 2012
FRIDAY, AUGUST 24, 2012
8:30 – 9:00 AM
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST (DINEʼ COLLEGE DINING ROOM)
Dine College, Sponsor
9:00-9:30 AM
Invocation
Proposed Legislation: The Honorable Katherine Benally, Chair,
Resources and Development Committee, Navajo Nation Council
9:30 -12:00
Summary of Nation Building Summit
Moderators: Raymond Nopah, Asa Begaye
Summary by 15 Group Facilitator Presentations
12:00 noon – 1:00 (TENT)
LUNCHEON
Invocation
The Honorable former Presidents & Vice President of the Navajo Nation:
Frank Dayish Jr., Vice President, 2003-2006
Joe Shirley Jr: President, 2003-2010
Kelsey Begay, President, 1998-2002
Milton Bluehouse, President, 1998
Albert Hale, President, 1994-1998
Leonard Haskie, Chairman, 1989-1991
Peterson Zah: Chairman, 1983-1987. President, 1991-1994
Peter Macdonald: Chairman, 1971-1982, 1987-1988
4:00 – 4:15
Closing Statement: The Honorable Katherine Benally, Chair, Resources & Development Committee
Navajo Nation Council
BENEDICTION
NAVAJO NATION COUNCIL, RESOURCES & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE, DINE COLLEGE,
NATIVE BROADCAST ENTERPRISE
HOSTS
NATION BUILDING SUMMIT
“INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE”
DINEʼ COLLEGE, TSAILE, AZ.
AUGUST 22-24, 2012
Wednesday, August 22, 2012 & Thursday, August 23, 2012
Break out Work Sessions
GROUP 1- BANKING:" (Banking on Wednesday only)" " Room: LSCA 2nd Flr.
Facilitator: Wes Medford
GROUP 2 - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & BUILDING FACILITIES: " Room:GCB 101
“What priorities will enable each Chapter to reach their Community Development Goals?”
Facilitator: Carmelia Blackwater
GROUP 3: EDUCATION : " " " " " " " " " Room:GCB 103
“What priorities need to be addressed as we seek excellence in Education”
Facilitator: Joann Armenta, Purpose Focused Education
GROUP 4: ELDERLY: " " " " " " " " " Room:GCB 106
“What are the basic necessities needed to address the Elderly?”
Facilitator: Grace Laurence, Owner, Home Care Options
GROUP 5: ENVIRONMENT & NATURAL RESOURCES: " " " Room:GCB 107
“Capturing Nation Building through Sustainable and Renewable Resources in our Communities”
Facilitator: Nicole Horseherder
GROUP 6: HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES: " " " " " Room:GCB 109
“What priorities are lacking in our Health & Social Services that can be addressed with a percentage of
the Permanent Trust Funds”
Facilitator: Robert Nakai, Division Director of Community Health Services for United Indian Health
Services, Arcata, California
GROUP 7: HOUSING: " " " " " " " " " Room:GCB 110
“How can we successfully address the Housing needs within our communities?”
Facilitator: Leonard Anthony, Board of Commissioners, Navajo Housing Authority
GROUP 8: INFRASTRUCTURE : " " " " " " " Room: LCR
“Building Communities through a Long Range Capital Improvement Plan and Process”
Facilitator: Asa Begaye, Wiliam Holmes Begaye, Inc.
GROUP 9: PUBLIC SAFETY: " " " " " " " " Room:GCB 112
“How much will it take to provide for the immediate needs in Public Safety?”
Facilitator: Hope Macdonald Lonetree, Tribal Relations Advisor, U.S. Attorneyʼs office, District of Arizona
NAVAJO NATION COUNCIL, RESOURCES & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE, DINE COLLEGE,
NATIVE BROADCAST ENTERPRISE
HOSTS
NATION BUILDING SUMMIT
“INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE”
DINEʼ COLLEGE, TSAILE, AZ.
AUGUST 22-24, 2012
Wednesday, August 22, 2012 & Thursday, August 23, 2012
Break out Work Sessions
GROUP 10: TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND UTILITIES: " " " Room:GCB 114
“Identifying Infrastructure for Connectivity throughout our Communities”
Facilitator: Elsa Johnson, Development Consultant
GROUP 11: TRANSPORTATION: " " " " " " " Room:GCB 117
“Reviewing and prioritizing the Long Range Transportation Needs”
Facilitator: Martha Ellison, Resource & Development Committee, NN
Group 12: VETERANS : " " " " " " " " " Room:GCB 118
“What priorities will enable our Veterans to address their specific needs”
Veterans Facilitator: Frank C.Yazzie, Dennehotso Chapter
GROUP 13: WOMEN: " " " " " " " " " Room: GCB 100
“How do we address and prioritize the needs of the Women?”
Facilitator: Gloria Jean Todacheene, San Juan County Commissioner
GROUP 14: WORK FORCE DEVELOPMENT : " " " " " Room:GCB 120
“How can we prepare to compete effectively in the World with a 50% Navajo unemployment in the Work
Force?”
Facilitator: Harold Wauneka, former Navajo Nation Council Delegate
GROUP 15: YOUTH: " " " " " " " " " " ROOM:GCB 121
“What priorities will enable the Youth to prepare for the Future?”
Facilitators: Janene Yazzie, CEO, Sixth World
4:00 – 5:00 (Tent)
WRAP-UP SESSION, SUMMARY BY FACILITATORS OF EACH GROUP
Brian Cole, Moderator Break Out
Katherine Benally, Chair, Resource and Development Committee, NNC
NAVAJO NATION COUNCIL, RESOURCES & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE, DINE COLLEGE,
NATIVE BROADCAST ENTERPRISE
HOSTS
NATION BUILDING SUMMIT
“INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE”
DINEʼ COLLEGE, TSAILE, AZ.
AUGUST 22-24, 2012
8:00 -9:00 AM
Registration & Continental Breakfast (DINEʼ COLLEGE DINING ROOM)
Dine College, Sponsor
9:00 AM: (TENT]
Invocation: The Honorable Nelson BeGaye, Council Delegate, Tsaile Chapter
Welcome: Fannie Atcitty, President, Dine' College Board of Regents
9:05 - 9:15 AM: Welcome: Fannie Atcitty, President, Dine' College Board of Regents
9:15 - 9:30 AM
Opening Remarks: The Honorable Katherine Benally, Chair, Resources and Development Committee,
Navajo Nation Council Dennehotso, Chilchinbeto & Kayenta Chapters
9:30 – 9:45 AM
Executive Branch Opening Remarks: The Honorable Ben Shelly, President, The Navajo Nation
9:45- 10:00 AM
Arbin Mitchell, Division Director, Division of Community Development,
“Infrastructure on the Navajo Nation: The Capital Improvement Plan and ICIP Chapter Priorities”
10:00 -10:30 AM
The Honorable LoRenzo Bates, Chair, Budget and Finance Committee, Navajo Nation Council, T'iistoh
Sikaad, Nenahnezad, Upper Fruitland, Tse' Daa' Kaan, Newcomb, San Juan “Permanent Trust Fund-
History, Fund Balance and Use of Income and Principal”
10:30 - 10:45 AM
Raymond Nopah, Chief Financial Officer & Department Director, Economic Development
“Bond Financing Economic Development
11:15 - 12:00 PM
Moderators, Breakout Session Procedure
Brian Cole, President, Building Communities, Inc., Raymond Nopah, Asa Begaye
NAVAJO NATION COUNCIL, RESOURCES & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE, DINE COLLEGE,
NATIVE BROADCAST ENTERPRISE
HOSTS
NATION BUILDING SUMMIT
“INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE”
DINEʼ COLLEGE, TSAILE, AZ.
AUGUST 22-24, 2012
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
12:00 – 1:00 PM (TENT)
LUNCHEON
Invocation
Speaker: The Honorable Leonard Tsosie, Council Delegate, Littlewater, Pueblo Pintado, Torreon,
Whitehorse Lake, Baca/Brewitt, Casamero Lake, Ojo Encino, Counselor. “The obligation of the Federal,
State & Tribal Government”
Speaker: Wes Medford, President, Lorica Equity Partners “A Path to Financial Sovereignty, a model for
Developing a People’s Bank”
1:00 - 4:00 PM: BREAKOUT WORK SESSIONS (Tent)
4:00 – 5:00 PM:
Work Session Break Out Group Moderator process:
Brian Cole, Raymond Nopah, Moderator
The Honorable Katherine Benally, Chair, Resources and Development Committee,
Navajo Nation Council
NAVAJO NATION COUNCIL, RESOURCES & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE, DINE COLLEGE,
NATIVE BROADCAST ENTERPRISE
HOSTS
NATION BUILDING SUMMIT
“INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE”
DINEʼ COLLEGE, TSAILE, AZ.
AUGUST 22-24, 2012
THURSDAY, AUGUST 23, 2012
8:00-9:00 AM
REGISTRATION & CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST (DINEʼ COLLEGE DINING ROOM)
Dine College, Sponsor
9:00 - 9:05 Invocation: Zane James, President, Wheatfields-Tsaile Chapters
9:05 - 9:20 AM
Welcome: The Honorable Roscoe Smith, Vice Chair, Resources & Development Committee, Navajo
Nation Council, Crystal, Fort Defiance, Red Lake, Sawmill
9:20 - 9:30 AM:
Speaker: Bernadette Tsosie, Deputy Director, Navajo Area Trust Responsibility
9:30 - 9:45 AM:
Speaker: The Honorable Speaker, Johnny Naize, Navajo Nation Council Tachee/Blue Gap, Many
Farms, Nazlini, Tselani/Cottonwood, Low Mountain
9:45 - 10:05 AM
Keynote Speaker: Manley Begay, Associate Social Scientist/Senior Lecturer American Indian Studies
Program, Co-Director, Harvard Project on American Indian Economic Development, Member of the
Permanent Trust Fund Board
10:05 -12:00 AM Moderators- Explanation of Break out Work Session update Brian Cole, Raymond
Nopah, Asa Begaye
NAVAJO NATION COUNCIL, RESOURCES & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE, DINE COLLEGE,
NATIVE BROADCAST ENTERPRISE
HOSTS
NATION BUILDING SUMMIT
“INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE”
DINEʼ COLLEGE, TSAILE, AZ.
AUGUST 22-24, 2012
THURSDAY, AUGUST 23, 2012
12:00 AM: LUNCH (TENT)
Invocation
12:05 - 12:15 PM:
Youth Speaker: Janene Yazzie, “Youth Play a Vital Role in Nation Building”
12:15 -12:30 AM:
Speaker: Kimberly Silentman-Kanuho, Tribal Planner, Swaback Architects “Community Planning”
12:30- 12:40 PM:
Speaker: The Honorable Frank Dayish Jr., Vice President, 2003-2006
12:40 - 12:50 PM:
Speaker: The Honorable Milton Bluehouse, Navajo Nation President, 1998
1:00 - 4:00 PM: BREAKOUT WORK SESSIONS
6:00-8:00 PM BANQUET
6: 00 -6:15 PM:
Invocation
Welcome: Dr. Maggie George, President, Dine College
6:15 - 6:45PM
Keynote Speaker: The Honorable Peterson Zah, Navajo Nation Chairman, 1983-1987; President,
1991-1994
6:45-7:15 PM
Guest Speaker: The Honorable Peter Macdonald, Former Chairman, Navajo Nation,
“What goes into Nation Building – “It Starts with the Community”
NAVAJO NATION COUNCIL, RESOURCES & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE, DINE COLLEGE,
NATIVE BROADCAST ENTERPRISE
HOSTS
NATION BUILDING SUMMIT
“INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE”
DINEʼ COLLEGE, TSAILE, AZ.
AUGUST 22-24, 2012
FRIDAY, AUGUST 24, 2012
8:30 – 9:00 AM
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST (DINEʼ COLLEGE DINING ROOM)
Dine College, Sponsor
9:00-9:30 AM
Invocation
Proposed Legislation: The Honorable Katherine Benally, Chair,
Resources and Development Committee, Navajo Nation Council
9:30 -12:00
Summary of Nation Building Summit
Moderators: Raymond Nopah, Asa Begaye
Summary by 15 Group Facilitator Presentations
12:00 noon – 1:00 (TENT)
LUNCHEON
Invocation
The Honorable former Presidents & Vice President of the Navajo Nation:
Frank Dayish Jr., Vice President, 2003-2006
Joe Shirley Jr: President, 2003-2010
Kelsey Begay, President, 1998-2002
Milton Bluehouse, President, 1998
Albert Hale, President, 1994-1998
Leonard Haskie, Chairman, 1989-1991
Peterson Zah: Chairman, 1983-1987. President, 1991-1994
Peter Macdonald: Chairman, 1971-1982, 1987-1988
4:00 – 4:15
Closing Statement: The Honorable Katherine Benally, Chair, Resources & Development Committee
Navajo Nation Council
BENEDICTION
NAVAJO NATION COUNCIL, RESOURCES & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE, DINE COLLEGE,
NATIVE BROADCAST ENTERPRISE
HOSTS
NATION BUILDING SUMMIT
“INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE”
DINEʼ COLLEGE, TSAILE, AZ.
AUGUST 22-24, 2012
Wednesday, August 22, 2012 & Thursday, August 23, 2012
Break out Work Sessions
GROUP 1- BANKING:" (Banking on Wednesday only)" " Room: LSCA 2nd Flr.
Facilitator: Wes Medford
GROUP 2 - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & BUILDING FACILITIES: " Room:GCB 101
“What priorities will enable each Chapter to reach their Community Development Goals?”
Facilitator: Carmelia Blackwater
GROUP 3: EDUCATION : " " " " " " " " " Room:GCB 103
“What priorities need to be addressed as we seek excellence in Education”
Facilitator: Joann Armenta, Purpose Focused Education
GROUP 4: ELDERLY: " " " " " " " " " Room:GCB 106
“What are the basic necessities needed to address the Elderly?”
Facilitator: Grace Laurence, Owner, Home Care Options
GROUP 5: ENVIRONMENT & NATURAL RESOURCES: " " " Room:GCB 107
“Capturing Nation Building through Sustainable and Renewable Resources in our Communities”
Facilitator: Nicole Horseherder
GROUP 6: HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES: " " " " " Room:GCB 109
“What priorities are lacking in our Health & Social Services that can be addressed with a percentage of
the Permanent Trust Funds”
Facilitator: Robert Nakai, Division Director of Community Health Services for United Indian Health
Services, Arcata, California
GROUP 7: HOUSING: " " " " " " " " " Room:GCB 110
“How can we successfully address the Housing needs within our communities?”
Facilitator: Leonard Anthony, Board of Commissioners, Navajo Housing Authority
GROUP 8: INFRASTRUCTURE : " " " " " " " Room: LCR
“Building Communities through a Long Range Capital Improvement Plan and Process”
Facilitator: Asa Begaye, Wiliam Holmes Begaye, Inc.
GROUP 9: PUBLIC SAFETY: " " " " " " " " Room:GCB 112
“How much will it take to provide for the immediate needs in Public Safety?”
Facilitator: Hope Macdonald Lonetree, Tribal Relations Advisor, U.S. Attorneyʼs office, District of Arizona
NAVAJO NATION COUNCIL, RESOURCES & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE, DINE COLLEGE,
NATIVE BROADCAST ENTERPRISE
HOSTS
NATION BUILDING SUMMIT
“INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE”
DINEʼ COLLEGE, TSAILE, AZ.
AUGUST 22-24, 2012
Wednesday, August 22, 2012 & Thursday, August 23, 2012
Break out Work Sessions
GROUP 10: TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND UTILITIES: " " " Room:GCB 114
“Identifying Infrastructure for Connectivity throughout our Communities”
Facilitator: Elsa Johnson, Development Consultant
GROUP 11: TRANSPORTATION: " " " " " " " Room:GCB 117
“Reviewing and prioritizing the Long Range Transportation Needs”
Facilitator: Martha Ellison, Resource & Development Committee, NN
Group 12: VETERANS : " " " " " " " " " Room:GCB 118
“What priorities will enable our Veterans to address their specific needs”
Veterans Facilitator: Frank C.Yazzie, Dennehotso Chapter
GROUP 13: WOMEN: " " " " " " " " " Room: GCB 100
“How do we address and prioritize the needs of the Women?”
Facilitator: Gloria Jean Todacheene, San Juan County Commissioner
GROUP 14: WORK FORCE DEVELOPMENT : " " " " " Room:GCB 120
“How can we prepare to compete effectively in the World with a 50% Navajo unemployment in the Work
Force?”
Facilitator: Harold Wauneka, former Navajo Nation Council Delegate
GROUP 15: YOUTH: " " " " " " " " " " ROOM:GCB 121
“What priorities will enable the Youth to prepare for the Future?”
Facilitators: Janene Yazzie, CEO, Sixth World
4:00 – 5:00 (Tent)
WRAP-UP SESSION, SUMMARY BY FACILITATORS OF EACH GROUP
Brian Cole, Moderator Break Out
Katherine Benally, Chair, Resource and Development Committee, NNC
NAVAJO NATION COUNCIL, RESOURCES & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE, DINE COLLEGE,
NATIVE BROADCAST ENTERPRISE
HOSTS
NATION BUILDING SUMMIT
“INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE”
DINEʼ COLLEGE, TSAILE, AZ.
AUGUST 22-24, 2012
limiting carbon pollution from power plants
Hello! Did you hear that the first six months of 2012 were the hottest January-June ever recorded in the lower 48 United States?* And climate scientists say this summer's heat waves, the wildfires in Colorado and the drought that half the country is suffering through are a glimpse of what we can expect from global warming. This is what we were afraid of and is part of why I joined an historic number of people to speak out in support of limiting carbon pollution from power plants. In fact, 3 million people have spoken out. Amazing! That is what the opposition is afraid of.<http://www.webaction.org/site/Advocacy?pagename=homepage&id=6377> But polluters are spending hundreds of millions of dollars to influence our lawmakers, the elections and the public at large. They absolutely don't want anyone to understand how much support there is for taking action on global warming. And that is where I'm asking for a little help from my friends. Join with me in supporting strong limits on carbon pollution from power plants.<http://www.webaction.org/site/Advocacy?pagename=homepage&id=6377> More than 3 million Americans have sent a message to the EPA that we want limits on carbon pollution and we want them to address global warming. The power of this is chilling to the polluter lobby because it is so impressive and because even if they want to ignore climate scientists, they cannot ignore us. We've known for decades that power plants are the largest source of the carbon pollution fueling global warming, yet there haven't been any federal limits on the amount of carbon those plants can spew into our air. It's time we fixed that. It is going to be a big lift and I want to push well beyond the 3 million supporters mark, so please join me to support strong limits on carbon pollution from power plants<http://www.webaction.org/site/Advocacy?pagename=homepage&id=6377>. Thanks! Sincerely, Randall *http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/sotc/national/2012/6 Randall Hoskie, Rancid-Savage Productions
Gov. finds new spot to post salaries
Gov. finds new spot to post salaries SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) - Gov. Susana Martinez has begun posting the names and salaries of classified state employees at a new online location after a judge ruled last month that she remove the names from the online New Mexico Sunshine Portal. To access this story, copy and paste this url in your browser: www.krqe.com/dpp/news/politics/gov-finds-new-spot-to-post-salaries
Navajo Nation Office of Broadcast Services
Navajo Nation Office of Broadcast Services
Vision
Navajo Nation Office of Broadcast Services will inspire and empower the Navajo people through the sacred power of communication. We will be an essential and cultural resource, ensuring and disseminating factual information for the sake of knowledge and intelligence for the Navajo people.
MissionNavajo Nation Office of Broadcast Services will inspire and empower the Navajo people through the sacred power of communication. We will be an essential and cultural resource, ensuring and disseminating factual information for the sake of knowledge and intelligence for the Navajo people.
To always provide public mass
communication services to the people of the great Navajo Nation.
Creating, producing and distributing culutally-aware programs and
services that educate, inform and engage our audiences.
Purpose
The purpose of the Navajo Nation Office
of Broadcast Services is to promote the expansion and strengthening of
new and existing mass communication services to the Navajo People.
More info: http://www.obs.navajo-nsn.gov/
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