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Volume 31

Number 23

WEDNESDAY

DECEMBER

20, 2023

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~Est. 1987 • OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF THE HOPI TRIBE • NEWS SOURCE FOR THE HOPI PEOPLE~

Actor Zahn McClarnon Headlines

2023 Native Grant Schools Conference

Attended by Local Hopi Schools

Hopi Tribe

Pandemic

Recovery

Committee FAQs...

Club details...PG 3

Hopi Day School

Tribute - a Long

Standing Legacy

and Historical

Site...

PG 15

COMMUNITY

Adjusted Livestock Inspection Dates...

Page 5

Read more about it...

Story and details...PG 2

Pictured above at the 2023 NAGSA Conference being held in Las Vegas, Nev., with actor, Zahn McClarnon right in the middle,

are staff and Board Members (in no particular order) of local Hopi schools representing First Mesa Elementary School, Hopi Day

School, Hopi Jr./Sr. High School, Keams Canyon Elementary School, Hotevilla-Bacavi Community School and Second Mesa Day

School. Photo by: Romalita Laban HT Managing Editor

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Approves Silver Jackets

Proposal for First Mesa and Moenkopi Villages Emergency Action Plan (EAP) project...learn more on pg. 7

***HT Apologies; 12-20-23 distribution may be delayed due to printing complications**

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Actor Zahn McClarnon Headlines

2023 Native Grant Schools

Conference

Attended by Local Hopi Schools

By: George Joe - Contributor

LAS VEGAS — December 15, 2023 Nearly 200 educators, school

board members, and parents filled a meeting room here for the first day

of the annual Native American Grant School Board Association Winter

conference.

Six local Hopi schools attended this year’s event. Hotevilla Bacavi

Community School, Hopi Day School, Hopi Jr./Sr. High School, Keams

Canyon Elementary School, and Second Mesa Day School were represented by staff and Board Members who were in attendance.

On the first day, a student dance group directed by Brent Chase captivated the audience. Chase shared Navajo stories of emergence.

Then a presentation by Rachel Robbin’s-Whited, a lecturer from Eastern Michigan University who led a game based on the Pedagogy theory

of famed educator Pierre.

Headlining the conference on Friday, December 15, 2023, day two

of the conference was actor Zahn McClarnon. McClarnon is Lt. Joe

Leaphorn in the AMC TV crime drama Dark Winds. He also is Biggie

on Reservation Dogs.

This year’s NAGSA conference started on Thursday, December 14,

2023 and runs through Saturday, December 16, 2023.

Zahn Tokiya-ku McClarnon is an American actor known for his

performances in the Western crime drama series Longmire, the second

season of Fargo, and the second season of Westworld. In 2022 he plays

the lead role in the AMC series Dark Winds. He also features in the 2021

FX on Hulu series Reservation Dogs, and the Marvel Cinematic Universe series Hawkeye (2021), and Echo (2023).

McClarnon was born in Denver, Colorado, the son of a Hunkpapa

Lakota mother and a father of Irish ancestry. He grew up near Browning, Montana, where his father worked at Glacier National Park for the

National Park Service. He would often visit the Blackfeet Indian Reservation, where his mother grew up, and often stayed with his maternal

grandparents on weekends and for longer visits. His mother lived on the

Rosebud Indian Reservation in South Dakota. When his father was relocated to Omaha, Nebraska, for work, the family lived in the Joslyn Castle

and Dundee neighborhoods. McClarnon has a fraternal twin brother.

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The Hopi Tribe Pandemic Recovery Committee

GWEAP Q & A

PRESS RELEASE

Submitted by: Georgia Lomawaima, HTPRC Project Coordinator

Kykotsmovi, Ariz. – December 12, 2023

The Hopi Tribe Pandemic Recovery Committee Staff are actively reviewing and processing all applications received and sincerely request

for your patience via phone calls and emails. Therefore we would like

to provide the following most frequently asked questions:

Q: What is the meaning of GWEAP and what are the eligibility criteria for applying?

A: GWEAP stands for General Welfare Emergency Assistance Program. Individual must be 18 years as of July 31, 2023. Must be an

enrolled tribal member as of July 31, 2023.

Q: How do I qualify?

A: You must complete an application and certify that you have experienced one of the listed hardships due to the pandemic. You must

supply a form W9 with your legal name and current mailing address.

Q: Where can I submit my application?

A: You can apply through a paper application or on our online portal

system.

Visit Hopi Tribe Pandemic Recovery Committee at hopi.nsn.gov/

Quick links Hopi Tribe Pandemic Recovery Committee/HTPRC

GWEAP Portal. The paper application and W9 form are both available

at this link.

Q: What is the source of the funds for distributing checks to tribal

members?

A: The source is the State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds under the

American Rescue Plan Act.

Q: How much will each approved tribal member receive?

A: Upon review and approval, each tribal member will receive

$2,000.

Q: What will cause me to get denied?

A: Here are the areas we review for a completed application:

• Application on portal or paper completed with all required fields.

• Signature on paper applications.

• Name entered on signature line for portal application.

• Section B – COVID related questions, if answered all ‘No’ you

will receive a call from the Verification Specialist for further discussion and confirmation.

• W9 incomplete, must be fully completed with name, address, SS#

and signature. W9’s require a signature, do not print signature.

• No enrollment information provided with paper applications.

Q: When can we expect to receive our checks?

A: Disbursement dates vary for each applicant. After careful review

and approval, applications are forwarded to the Finance and Treasury

department for further processing.

Q: Am I required to complete the W9 although I do not work?

A: Yes. The GWEAP payment is not reported as income to the recipients. The Hopi Tribe’s accounting system requires a W9 to enter

or update the recipient to issue a payment. The Tribe needs to apply its

practices consistently for audit purposes.

Q: Can I pick up my check?

A: No. All checks will be mailed to the address provided on the application.

Q: How do I know if my application has been approved or status of

my application?

A: If your application was completed on the portal, you can check for

‘status’ any time.

If email address was provided, the applicant will receive email notification upon registering, if the application has been approved and when

a payment has been issued.

Q: Which name should I use on my application if I am married but

haven’t updated it with enrollment?

A: Use the name on your current government documentation, example: State Identification or Driver’s License.

Q: What if I moved or my address changed after I submitted my

application?

A: It is likely the check may be returned to the Tribe, if so, the applicant will be contacted and a new check can be reissued only on one

time basis. If awardee does not respond or no contact is made after 90

days the award is forfeited and no further action is taken.

Q: When is the last date I can submit my application?

A: Deadline is March 1, 2024 at 5 pm, on the portal and at the Tribal

Administration Building.

Or until all the funding has been expended. A press release will be

issued if all the funds have been expended prior to March 1, 2024. It is

recommended that individuals do not wait until the deadline to apply.

The Hopi Tribe Pandemic Recovery Committee Staff can be reached

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at: GWEAP Member Support

email at gweapsupport@hopi.nsn.us GWEAP Verification Specialist at

(928) 734-3397, (928) 734-3398 or (928) 734-3399

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Hopi Tutuveni December 20, 2023

HOPI TRIBAL COUNCIL

First Quarter Session

December, 2023

MONTH OF DECEMBER 2023 – PROPOSED AGENDA

X. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

1. Letter dated May 23, 2023 from Edison Tu’tsi, Chairman, Hopi

Tribe Economic Development Corporation, Re: Auditor requires the

Tribal Treasurer sign and return the Debt Confirmation Letter - Rosa

Honani, Council Representative, Village of Sipaulovi – Tabled

2. Action Item #087-2023 – To approve the Moenkopi Development Corporation (MDC) forbearance on its Hopi Loan payments as a

temporary measure until MDC pays off the PNC Loan and secures the

Tuuvi Travel Center Property – Author/William Charley, Council Representative, Upper Village of Moencopi (Author changed per UVM’s

Request) – Tabled

XI. NEW BUSINESS

1. Action Item #070-2023 - Authorize transfer of an estimated $5.7

million of expenditures, from the Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF)

to the American Rescue Plan State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund

(FRF) – Jim Davis, Director, Office of Financial Management

2. Letter dated October 18, 2023 – from Eugene Talas to act on FY

2024 General Fund Budget – David Talayumptewa, Council Representative, Village of Kykotsmovi

3. Action Item #108-2023 – Obtain Tribal Council approval for eligible applicants for membership in the Hopi Tribe – Lamar Keevama,

Director, Enrollment Office

4. Action Item #109-2023 – Reauthorization of Hopi Cancer Support

Services Revolving Account – Dana Russell, Manager, Hopi Cancer

Support Services

5. Action Item #110-2023 – To approve the continued use of the

Hopi Solid Waste Management Program Revolving Account for operation and maintenance of equipment, vehicles, Hopi Landfill operations

and appurtenances including local hire of laborers for the continued

operation of the Hopi Solid Waste Management Program – Danford

Wadsworth, Program Manager, Hopi Solid Waste Management Program

6. Action Item #111-2023 – Approve Release of Final Drawdown

from FY 2023 General Fund for Village of Sichomovi in the amount of

$93,333.33 – Phyllis Wittsell, Village Manager, Village of Sichomovi

7. Action Item #112-2023 – Renew Range Management Fund –

Revolving Account – Priscilla Pavatea, Program Manager, Office of

Range Management

8. Action Item #113-2023 – To request the continuation of Revolving Account for the Hopi Medical Transportation Program to expand

and enhance non-emergent medical transportation services – Carrie

Dewangyumptewa, Supervisor, Hopi Medical Transportation Program

9. Action Item #115-2023 – Resolution authorizing Hopi Utilities

Corp. to apply for the Tribal Electrification Program funding opportunity offered by the U.S. Department of Interior (DOI) – Carroll Onsae,

General Manager, Hopi Utilities Corporation

10. Action Item #116-2023 –To approve the three (3) year Special

Revolving Account for the Cultural Preservation Office and the Hopi

Tribal Historic Preservation Office – Stewart B. Koyiyumptewa, Program Manage, Cultural Preservation Office

11. Action Item #117-2023 – Update the existing Revolving Account

resolution – Romalita Laban, Managing Editor, Hopi Tutuveni

12. Action Item #118-2023 – A resolution to authorize participation

in settlement in opioid related litigation – Fred Lomayesva, General

Counsel, Office of General Counsel

13. Action Item #119-2023 – Approve Land Information Systems update for Revolving Account for FY’ 2024-2027 – Betty Poley, Assistant

Supervisory Geodesist, Office of Community Planning & Economic

Development/Land Information Systems

14. Action Item #120-2023 – Hopi Tribal Council approve the FY

2024 General Fund Budget and the Expenditure Authorization & Appropriations Language (EAAL) for Hopi Tribal Programs – Eugene Talas, Chair, Budget Oversight Team

15. Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation Between the

Hopi Tribe, the United States of Energy, the United States Department

of Education, the United States Department of Agriculture, the United States Department of the Interior, the United States Department of

Transportation, the United States Environmental Protection Agency,

the United States Department of Labor, and the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Committee – Dale Sinquah, Chair, Water Energy

Committee, Council Representative, First Mesa Consolidated Villages

XII. REPORTS

1. Office of the Chairman

2. Office of the Vice Chairman

3. Office of Tribal Secretary – Report on Administrative Oversight of

Program Depts.

4. Office of the Treasurer

5. Office of the General Counsel

6. Land Commission

7. Water/Energy Committee

8. Transportation Committee

9. Law & Order Committee

10. Investment Committee

11. Health/Education Committee

12. Pandemic Recovery Committee – Written Programmatic Report

for October 2023

13. Report on the Moenkopi Developers Corporation (MDC)

– Wallace Youvella, Jr., Council Representative, First Mesa Consolidated Villages*Hopi Tribal Council may go into Executive

Session on any agenda item

XIII. ADJOURNMENT

*Hopi Tribal Council may go into Executive Session on any agenda

item

**Time Certain Requests

Hopi Tutuveni December 20, 2023

Public Service Announcement

Hopi

Law Enforcement Services

Announces Adjusted Livestock Inspection Dates

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Submitted by:

Simana Tenakhongva

Kykotsmovi, Ariz. – December 11, 2023 There will

be No Livestock Inspections beginning December

25, 2023 through January 5,

2024, due to Sun Valley Livestock Auction and Prescott

Livestock Auction not conducting any sales during this

time.

Livestock Inspections will

resume on January 8, 2024

on a biweekly schedule until

further notice. See attached

2024 Sun Valley Livestock

Auction Sale Schedule.

Any questions please feel

free to contact Hopi Law Enforcement Services at (928)

734-7341 or (928) 497- 1493.

Thank you for your understanding.

Search Launched for New UA Native American Initiatives Leader

Hopi Tutuveni December 20, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

by Ronald W. Marx - Interim Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost

The University of Arizona

Tucson, Ariz. - December 4, 2023 In a message sent to fellow UA Colleagues, Ronald W. Marx – UA

Interim Provost provide the following”

I am writing to inform you that the search for our next assistant vice provost for Native American Initiatives(NAI) has launched.

Interim W.A. Franke Honors College Dean Dr. John Pollard will chair the search committee that is

comprised of faculty, staff, students, and community members. The search is expected to be completed by

the end of the spring semester.

As the search moves forward, I have appointed Dr. Jeremy Garcia to the interim position of assistant

vice provost for NAI

Dr. Garcia (Hopi/Tewa) is an associate professor of Indigenous Education in the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Sociocultural Studies in the College of Education. He is of the Hospoawungwa (Roadrunner) clan. Before joining the University, he served as assistant professor and Endowed Professor of the

Electa Quinney Institute for American Indian Education at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

Dr. Garcia is a co-founding director of the Indigenous Teacher Education Program (ITEP) at the University. He continues to expand partnerships with Native nations to increase the number of Native teachers

serving Native communities. As co-director, Dr. Garcia and colleagues advocated for a stronger research

focus within the leading education research association, the American Educational Research Association,

which led to the creation of a new section, Indigenous Teaching and Teacher Education. He also serves on

a subcommittee within the National Indian Education Association working to advance Indigenous teacher

education.

Dr. Garcia’s research focuses on critical Indigenous curriculum and pedagogy, Indigenous teacher education, and critical and culturally sustaining family and community engagement. His research is grounded

in Indigenous sovereignty which supports Indigenous educators through the development of Indigenous

curriculum.

Dr. Garcia earned his bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Northern Arizona University, a

master’s degree in curriculum and instruction from Michigan State University, and his doctorate in curriculum studies from Purdue University.

I appreciate Dr. Garcia’s willingness to lead NAI during this transition.

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Hopi Holiday Season!

Pictured above: Dr. Jeremy Garcia (Hopi/Tewa)

Hopi Tutuveni December 20, 2023

Treasurer of Arizona, Kimberly Yee, Helps Consumers

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Approves Silver

Jackets Proposal for First Mesa and Moenkopi

Villages Emergency Action Plan (EAP) project

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

By: Hon. Kimberly Yee, Treasurer of Arizona

Kykotsmovi, Ariz. - November

30, 2023 On September 19, 2023, the

U.S. Army Corp of Engineers Silver

Jackets Coordinator, Chris Stanton informed the Hopi tribe of an approval

to assist the First Mesa and Moenkopi

areas with flood mitigation projects.

Silver Jackets teams are interagency teams that facilitate collaborative

solutions to state flood risk priorities.

They bring together multiple state,

federal, and sometimes tribal and local agencies to learn from one another

and work together to reduce the risk

of floods and sometimes other natural

disasters.

Through partnerships, teams optimize the multi-agency utilization of

federal resources by leveraging state/

local/tribal resources, including information, talent, and funding, while

preventing duplication of effort.

Activities range throughout the

flood risk management lifecycle and

promote shared responsibility. Team

activities have included state hazard

mitigation plan updates, inundation

mapping, tabletop exercises, and development of emergency action plans,

risk communication workshops, coordination of perishable data collection,

and many others.

Although each state Silver Jackets

team is unique, common agency participants include state agencies with

mission areas of hazard mitigation,

emergency management, floodplain

management, or natural resources

conservation.

Federal participation typically

includes the Federal Emergency

Management Agency, National

Weather Service, U.S. Army Corps of

Engineers, U.S. Geological Survey, as

well as the Natural Resource Conservation Service, and Environmental

Protection Agency, among others.

Some teams include membership

from Tribes and academic institutions, regional and local government,

and non-governmental organizations.

The Hopi Tribe supports the efforts

made by the Silver Jackets program

in securing the funding and resources

to enhance First Mesa and Moenkopi

preparedness and response capabilities in the face of potential flood

events. Listed below are the anticipated key timelines:

1. Project Kick-off: November-December 2023

a. Team will hold an initial project

meeting (kick-off) to discuss roles,

responsibilities, and project expectations.

2. Plan Development: January-February 2024

a. Collect and analyze data relevant

to flood risks and vulnerabilities.

b. Develop the Emergency Action

Plan, including strategies, procedures,

and communication protocols.

3. Plan Review and Approval:

March-April 2024

a. Plan will be reviewed and approved by the team, including Tribal

and Agency Subject Matter Experts.

4. Training and Community Engagement: April-May 2024

a. Tabletop Exercise will be conducted to ensure that residents are

well-prepared.

5. Monitoring and Evaluation:

Ongoing

a. Ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the plan’s effectiveness, with

adjustments made as needed.

For questions, comments, or

concerns, please contact Mr. Chris

Stanton, Silver Jackets Coordinator,

at 480-416-6886, Christopher.D.Stanton@usace.army.mil, or the Office of

the Chairman at 928-734-3105.

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Navigate Holiday Spending

Phoenix, Ariz. - November 22, 2023 As the season of holiday shopping approaches, it is

important for families to balance the list of gift giving and fun filled festivities with the money

that is in their pocketbooks. As Arizona’s Treasurer, I’m also a Mom and holiday shopper

myself, so I understand the unique challenges this time of year when spending trends increase

and making sure all the shopping excursions are in check with smart money management. The

holiday season is a time for creating cherished memories with our loved ones. With thoughtful

planning, we can embrace the joy of holiday shopping and be generous without undue financial

strain.

Read my 5 practical tips on how you and your family can successfully navigate holiday

shopping this season.

1. Create your holiday spending plan.

As we enter the holiday season, it is essential to map out your holiday spending plan and

create a budget. Once you figure out how much you can afford, make a list of everyone by

name, including your family, friends, teachers and coworkers and write down an amount for

each person. Also take into consideration other holiday expenses such as decorations, food for

gatherings, greeting cards, travel and charitable contributions. By making a spending plan and

sticking to it, you can be confident that you are entering the holiday season with a financial

peace of mind.

2. Take advantage of sales and discounts.

Maximizing savings while shopping is an essential strategy to avoid overspending. With a

detailed budget in place and spending plan mapped out, start by conducting comparison price

checks across various retailers to identify the best deals for your desired items. When shopping online, take an extra few minutes to search for coupon codes. You may be able to score a

discount on your purchase, a code for free shipping or other special promotions. Many larger

retailers offer price protection, so if you purchase something now and the price goes down later,

request a refund for the price difference.

3. Make a shopping list and check it twice!

Before you start shopping online or in-person, create a list of everything you want to purchase for that specific shopping experience. Stores are designed to incentivize you to buy as

much as possible, so walk in prepared with a plan and don’t get distracted. Avoid taking your

cart through the store aisle by aisle as it creates the temptation to buy something that’s not on

your list. If your gift giving list is long, start early to catch the savings that have already started

and remember that inventory is less optimal the longer you wait.

4. Avoid credit card debt and “buy now, pay later” purchases.

NerdWallet’s annual holiday shopping survey found that over half of Americans incurred

credit card debt in the last holiday season, and 31% of whom have still not paid off these balances. Consider opting for cash transactions to keep yourself within spending limits or ensure

you have a clear plan for timely repayment of credit card purchases. While it may be tempting to use an after-pay program, try your best to only buy what you can afford at the time of

purchase. Payment plans often have hidden fees or interest rates above 15%. Stay within your

budget and never spend more than you have in the bank.

5. Organize a holiday gift exchange.

If you have a large family or friend group, planning a holiday gift exchange with a price

limit can help alleviate excessive spending this holiday season. By only purchasing one gift,

your entire group will save money and still have an exciting and unique gift-giving experience.

At the Arizona Treasury, my staff does an annual white elephant exchange with a $20 limit.

This alleviates the stress of buying multiple gifts for various co-workers, and creates a fun and

memorable experience for my team as they deliberate over the ultimate gift swap in the spirit of

the playful gift exchange.

As we enter this holiday season, I extend my sincere wishes for a special and joyous time

shared with your loved ones. The smart financial choices and planning you do now can ensure

you enter 2024 with the financial freedom you deserve.

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HOPI H.E.O.C UPDATES

Hopi Tutuveni December 20, 2023

Hopi Tribe Department of Health and Human Services

Covid-19 Emergency Response - Re-publication

Submitted by: Joyce Hamilton, Director - DHHS

Kykotsmovi, Ariz. - October 13, 2023 The days of long warm summer nights are long gone; as we move into the Fall and Winter seasons the

immediate self-care we can give ourselves and our loved ones the message of taking necessary precautions against infectious diseases such as the flu,

common cold and COVID. COVID viruses continue to be transmitted via close contact with someone with the virus. Data from the Hopi Health

Care Center indicate a substantial decline in COVID-19 positive cases; what is not reflected in the Hopi Health Care Center weekly surveillance

report are home COVID-19 test kits results. The COVID-19 home test kits have reveled positive cases which are then referred to the HHCC Public

Health Nursing Department to provide care and guidance for the individual and their family. Recommendations to prepare for protection against the

flu, common cold and COVID-19:

Everyone 6 months and older, regardless of current vaccination status, should get an updated COVID-19 vaccine.

People with cold like symptoms should still masks and get tested for COVID-19.

Those with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 should continue to follow current guidelines for isolation including staying home and wearing a mask around others for at least 5 days after their symptoms started or after a positive test if no symptoms.

Those exposed to COVID-19 should continue to follow recommendations including wearing a mask around others, monitoring for symp

toms, and getting tested at least 5 days after last exposure.

People may choose to wear a mast at any time based on personal preference, but may be required in other places by local authorities (i.e.,

individual villages, businesses, and schools.)

Those that are concerned they may be at risk for serve disease, should talk to their health care provider about additional prevention actions.

Frequently asked questions:

How do I know if I have all my vaccinations up to date?

Your question on vaccinations would be best answered at the medical facility where you receive services. For example; you medical receive

services at Hopi Health Care Center; the Public Health Nursing office can answer your vaccination questions such as last Flu vaccination and

COVID-19 vaccination.

Where can I get vaccinated for the Flu or COVID-19?

The Hopi Health Care Center allows members to walk-in for vaccinations during operating hours. Operating hours for a walk-in vaccination is

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Where can I get a COVID-19 home test kit?

You can contact the Hopi Community Health Representative (CHR) program for a COVID-19 home test kit. A CHR will follow-up with you

two business days to follow-up on test results. All COVID-19 positive tests are referred to the Public Health Nursing department for medical

advice and guidance.

Are there FREE masks available on Hopi Reservation?

Yes, the Hopi CHR program has face masks for the community and is available Monday – Friday during normal business hours from 8:00 a.m. –

5:00 p.m.

Continued on pg. 9

Hopi Tutuveni December 20, 2023

Hopi Tribe

HOPI H.E.O.C UPDATES

Department of Health

and Human Services

Covid-19 Emergency

Response Re-publication,

contin.

continued from pg. 7,

Is the Hopi Tribe Executive Order lifted?

Hopi Tribe Executive Order No. 001-2023 remains

in place. The Executive Order lifted the Face Mask

Mandate; wearing of face masks is optional except

in the case of a COVID-19 positive, the recommendation is wearing a face mask until symptoms clear.

How does the Executive Order impact me?

• Vulnerable Individuals can resume public interactions, but should practice social distancing

wearing face masks, and minimizing exposure to

social settings where distancing may not be practical, unless precautionary measures are observed.

• Employees can resume UNRESTRICTED

STAFFING of worksites, Businesses must be able

to demonstrate engineered workplace settings that

build in social distancing and protections for staff.

• Specific Type of Employee – VISITS TO SENIOR

CARE FACILITIES AND HOSPITALS can resume.

Those who interact with residents and patients

must be diligent regarding hygiene. LARGE

GATHERINGS (e.g., eating out, sporting, ceremonies) may operate under limited social distancing

protocols and sanitation protocols.

• WELLNESS CENTER GYM can remain open if

they follow standard sanitation protocols and make

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS (i.e. hours or

programs specifically for high risk individuals)

The Hopi CHR program can be reached at

(928)737-6342 and the Hopi Health Care Center

Public Health Nursing department can be reached

at (928)737-6257 for questions on vaccination clinic

dates and times.

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The Hopi Tribe P.O. Box 123 Kykotsmovi, AZ 86039

Ph: (928) 734-3281 • Ph: (928) 734-3283

Editorial Board of the Hopi Tutuveni

Wilma Dengavi , Gary LaRance, George Mase

Hopi Tutuveni Staff

Managing Editor - Romalita Laban

RLaban@hopi.nsn.us

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

Hopi Court IT Management Services

Request for Proposals

The Hopi Tribe is accepting proposals for Information Technology

Management Services at the Hopi Tribal Court. The Court requires

a contractor who can provide direction over the Court’s IT system,

which includes network environment, case management systems

and digital recording systems. The project will last for one year.

Submittal deadline is January 16, 2024. For more information or

to receive the complete RFP, please contact Kathryn Kooyahoema,

Hopi Court Administrator, at kkooyahoema@hopitelecom.net or

(928) 738-5171.

ARTICLES:

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original articles reporting on

local, state and national news

items on issues related to Hopi

or of interest to Tutuveni readers.

We are especially interested

in articles reporting on issues

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involving members of the Hopi

Tribe. Articles should not exceed

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formatting. The Managing Editor

reserves the right to edit articles

for style, length and clarity. If

significant editing is required, the

Managing Editor will communicate with the author prior to

publication.

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contact person, telephone

number and email address. Press

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The Tutuveni Editorial Board

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reserves the right not to publish

letters it considers to be highly

sensitive or potentially offensive

to readers, or that may be libelous

or slanderous in nature.

OPINION EDITORIALS:

Submissions must be exclusive

to Hopi Tutuveni and should not

exceed 1,000 words. Include with

your submission your name and

complete contact information,

along with a short 2-3-sentence

bio.

SUBMISSION

INSTRUCTIONS:

All press releases, articles, letters

to the editor and Opinion Editorials electronically as a Word

document or as plain text in the

body of an email to the Managing Editor, Romalita Laban. Articles, press releases and editorials

that include photographs must

be in high resolution, 300dpi

or more and must be your own.

All photographs must include

photo credit and a caption for

each photo listing the names of

all persons included in the photo

and description of what the photo is about. (call 928-734-3283

for deadline schedule).

The Hopi Tutuveni is published twice a month, with a circulation

of 2,500 copies throughout the entire Hopi Reservation. The paper

is delivered on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month to the

following locations: Moenkopi Travel Center, Moenkopi Legacy

Inn, Hotevilla Store, Kykotsmovi Village Store, Tribal Government

Complex, Hopi Cultural Center, Hopi Health Care Center, Polacca

Circle M, Keams Canyon Store.

Hopi Tutuveni December 20, 2023

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

HOPI SCHOOL SYSTEM

CURRICULUM COMMITTEE

Nominations Due: Friday, January 12, 2024

The Committee will research and select a unified curriculum across all

Hopi schools, as well as ensure curriculum alignment and mapping standards are included.

The Committee will discuss and determine the types of assessments,

exit skills, along with in-depth strategic planning for implementation.

Hopi Board of Education is seeking a representative from:

Moencopi Day School

Hotevilla Bacavi Community School

Hopi Day School

Second Mesa Day School

First Mesa Elementary School

Keams Canyon Elementary School

Hopi Junior High School and Senior High School

If you are interested in serving on the Curriculum Committee, contact

your local Principal or Dr. Rea Goklish.

SUBMIT NOMINATIONS TO:

Dr. Rea Goklish, rgoklish@hopischoolsystem.org

By: January 12, 2024, 5:00 p.m.

Hopi Tribal Council

Timothy L. Nuvangyaoma,

Chairman

Craig Andrews

Vice Chairman

Judith Youvella

Tribal Secretary

Nada Talayumptewa,

Tribal Treasurer

Alfonso Sakeva,

Sergeant-At-Arms

Village of Upper

Moenkopi

William Charley

Robert Charley

LeRoy Shingoitewa

Philton Talahytewa

Village of Bakabi

Ruth Kewanimptewa

Dwayne Secakuku

Vacant

Village of Kyakotsmovi

David Talayumptewa

Danny Honanie

Norman Honanie

Wendell Honanie

Village of Sipaulavi

Anita Bahnimptewa

Dennis Koeyahongva

Raymond Namoki

Village of Mishongnovi

Arthur Batala

Ronald Humeyestewa

Marilyn Tewa

Mervin Yoyetewa

First Mesa Consolidated

Villages

Albert T. Sinquah

Dale Sinquah

Wallace Youvella, Jr.

Delfred Leslie

Hopi Tutuveni December 20, 2023

Public Service Announcement

Hopi Tribal Secretary’s

Office Closure

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

By: Romalita Laban, Managing Editor, Hopi Tutuveni

Kykotsmovi, Ariz. - December 12, 2023 at approximately 11:03 a.m.

and two hours before closing, the Office of the Tribal Secretary staff sent

out a notification the office would be will be closed beginning 1:00 p.m.,

Tuesday, December 12, 2023 through 1:00 p.m., Friday, December 15,

2023.

The staff made note that they would be traveling with the Tribal

Council to Payson, Ariz. for Tribal Council’s orientation for current and

incoming representatives.

It was also notified that any calls or messages for the Office of Tribal

Secretary, for Tribal Council members and Council committees could

be left on voicemail or via email. All calls and emails would be responded to upon return to the office.

Due to the office being closed for three days out of the week, Hopi

Tutuveni did inquire if the pre-set submission schedule for having

documents submitted for the Hopi Tribal Council Agenda would be

adjusted.

Secretary staff noted that no adjustments would be made to the

schedule and documents could be left in the Secretary’s Office.

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Kyesmismuyaw - December

Wiiki’yma - Guide (Singular)

Tuwi’yta - Able (skillful)

Pö’i’yta - Debt (Have)

Sivaqöpqö - Heater

Yuki’at - Accomplishment

Öqala - Determined

Hopiiqatsi - Hopi Way of Life

Tukopna - Accuse

Alögö - Different

Nù’okwa - Kind Hearted

Hintsakpi - Activity

Hötsiwa - Doorway

Ngahu - Medicine

Pu’ason - Afterward

Hiihiko - Drink

Muytala - Moon Light

Qe’ti - Back out of

Nan’ip - Each (of two)

Tömö - Season (Winter)

Novaki - Bakery

Tutuqayiw - Education

Nuvati - Snowed

Tuptsiwni - Belief

Töövu - Ember

Nawini - Suggestion

Kwusiva - Bring

Tumal’aya - Employee

Tsangaw - Thank Goodness

Pàato - Burst

Tunatya - Endeavor

Kyaamuya - Winter (Solstice)

Pitanakts - Cap/Hat

Naatsiki - Factionalize

Hihìiyà - Wow!

Sikiki - Car (Auto)

Qöpqö - Fire place

Kansulmongwi - Chairman

Saavu - Fire wood

Namora - Choice

Tuuqayta - Fluent

Iyoho’ti - Cold (Weather)

Qalaptu - Get Over (Recover)

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Hopi Tutuveni December 20, 2023

OBITUARIES

New Roadway Lighting and Pathway Completed Along SR 264

Near Hopi Cultural Center

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Robert Lacapa

November 15, 1954 — December 7, 2023

Robert Clinton Lacapa, better known as Bob, went to be with his Lord

on December 7, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona at the age of 69. Bob's life

began November 15, 1954 in Phoenix, Arizona.

As a young adult, he began his career as a wild land firefighter with the

Fort Apache Agency of Whiteriver, Arizona. He went on to receive his

Bachelors in Forestry from Northern Arizona University. Since, he has

held many titles in Fire Management, to Forest Manager, to Superintendent with the Bureau of Indian Affairs before retiring in 2016.

Bob loved his career but always made quality time for his children and

grandchildren, traveling to support their royalty and sport endeavors.

All his married life, he cared for and deeply loved his wife's family. In

return, they loved and cared for him. Bob was a loving husband, father,

grandfather, and brother. His departure leaves a great void.

Bob is survived by his wife of 47 years, Lela Mae Lacapa; children, Felicia and husband JJ Morris, Lindsey Lacapa, and Bryant Lacapa; grandchildren Latina Ethelbah, Zeke Ethelbah, and Jade Ethelbah; brothers,

Andrew Lacapa, Duane Lacapa, and Bennett Lacapa; sisters, Andrea

(Roman) Benavente, and Stephanie (Albert) Burnette.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Bennie (Hopi/Tewa) and Antonia (Kessay) Lacapa; brothers, Michael Lacapa and Nathan Lacapa.

There will be a one night wake and funeral held in his honor at the

Canyon Day Assembly of God Church, set to begin Friday, December 15

at 2:00 pm and funeral, Saturday, December 16 at 1:00 pm.

Interment will follow at the Canyon Day Cemetery.

Kykotsmovi, Ariz. - December 12, 2023 The Arizona

Department of Transportation advises drivers that pedestrian safety improvements at the intersection of State Route

264 and Indian Route 4 near the Hopi Cultural Center have

been completed.

The project included new street lighting and a paved pathway with solar lighting leading from the intersection of SR

264 and IR-4 to the Hopi Cultural Center.

ADOT thanks drivers and the nearby communities for

their support and patience throughout the project.

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Hopi Tutuveni December 20, 2023

November 2023 - HDS Book Club

HDS Book Reader - Duane Koyawena

HDS Book Reader - Collin morgan

Submited by: Deborah Baker, Parent Liaison

HDS

Kykotsmovi, Ariz. – December 1, 2023 the

Reader during the month of November 2023 was

Duane Koyawena, Artist who read the book titled,

“Little Hopi/Hopihoya - The Bow” by Edward A.

Kennard and illustrated by Charles Loloma.

The book Little Hopi/HopiHoya by Edward A.

Kennard is a collection of stories about a young

Hopi Boy, Peenie and his adventures. The story,

“The Bow” that was read, is about the dreams Peeni has to own a bow and arrow so he can become a

great hunter. Peeni daydreams about the bow and

arrow as he helps his grandfather with everyday

chores of the times. He eventually gets his bow

and arrows through a race he has with a Yeibichai

kachina.

This story created a rich conversation with Mr.

Koyawena about how relatable this story is to

Hopi boys today. Although the story takes place

in a different time, the dreams of getting a bow

and arrows by Hopi boys today is still the same.

We learned by listening to Duane that much of the

excitement of receiving the bows and arrows is the

anticipation of getting one; seeing them brought

into the plaza and taking notice of all of them and

the conversations about the size and designs on the

bows and arrows and guessing which ones might

be the one for them was fun to hear. Duane also

shared a memory of the fun he and his friends had

shooting the arrows off the mesa to watch them fly!

(The downside of this activity was having to walk

down the mesa to retrieve the arrows, Ha, Ha!)

The era of the story is indicated by how Peeni

and his grandfather implement their chores, for

example, the use of a donkey to gather water

at a spring and wood for fuel. Today, many Hopi

families have indoor plumbing and although wood

is still harvested; we are now using modern pickup trucks.

This led us to discuss how different life is for

Peeni compared to Hopi children of today.

Discussions after reading a book are beneficial in

helping children internalize the story and

allow them time to provide their insight and

comment to the story line. This helps a child develop skills such as, evaluating, creating, and learning

to be verbally expressive. It was an enjoyable book

to highlight Hopi culture and lifeways.

We wish to extend a great big Thank You to

Duane Koyawena for spending the evening with us

and sharing this beautiful story of a young Hopi

boy, named Peeni. Join us December 6, 2023 at

6:00 p.m. for December’s Book club reading.

HDS students are encouraged to bring a note

from a Parent or Guardian to verify your attention

to the Book Club show on KUYI Hopi Radio and

your name will be placed in a drawing for a copy

of the book.

Listen to the HDS Book Club live on KUYI

88.1fm, 88.9lpfm or at www.kuyi.net

December’s Book Club reading to be aired on

Monday, December 6, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. on KUYI

Radio 88.1FM with the Reader being Collin Morgan, HDS Teacher Assistant who will read, “The

Tales of Beedle The Bard” and “ The Wizard and

the Hopping Pot” by J.K. Rowling

Hopi Tutuveni December 20, 2023

Hopi Day School Tribute - a Long Standing Legacy and Historical Site

Jimson Lalo, Hopi Day School Board President, shares his creative efforts to memorialize the HDS Hawk mascot for Hopi Day School students, staff and supporters

By: Romalita Laban, Manag- merized and so happy for Hopi Day

School that such a beautiful creation

ing Editor - Hopi Tutuveni

Kykotsmovi, Ariz. - November

15, 2023 on the day Hopi Day School

held it’s annual Thanksgiving luncheon for students, staff and their

guests, there was a very beautiful

creation being sculpted with completion on the horizon and open for those

in attendance to catch a glimpse.

It was a sight to see and getting

the background of how the sculpture

came to life was even more intriguing.

I was invited as a special guest

of Deborah Baker, Parent Liaison

for Hopi Day School, to attend the

luncheon and the only reference she

made to the sculpture was that she

had a surprise for me to see.

Having been a long-time supporter

of Hopi Day School, since my three

sons attended and completed elementary school at HDS, I am well aware

of the school’s mascot being a hawk.

However fond I’ve been in the past

about the hawk, I grew more fonder

and very happily surprised when I

made my way towards the entrance to

the gym/cafeteria for a special meal.

Upon getting closer to the entrance, low and behold, I came up to

a beautiful hawk sculpture and was

mesmerized.

As Hopi people, the associations

we have with the hawk are numerous.

One could say we hold that particular

bird with a certain affinity. One can

only describe the connection we have

in that manner to others, who may not

understand the deeper meanings and

connections we have with the hawk

in our beliefs, religion and living life

as a Hopi.

To say the least I was truly mes-

was on display for all to enjoy, and it

wasn’t even all the way finished.

Upon talking with Baker during

lunch, she shared that Jimson Lalo,

who currently serves as the HDS

School Board President offered to

sculpt the hawk after discussions

were held at school board meetings

about garnering a sculpture via purchase. The cost would be higher than

what was available and fundraising

might have to occur.

Rather than having the school

pay for a sculpture, Lalo offered to

create one with materials purchased

by the school. Having 15 years of

experience, gained while working in

a taxidermy shop in Flagstaff, Ariz.

aided the process to create one.

Lalo stipulated no payment would

be required - he simply offered because of his support for the school.

Lalo’s daughter also goes to HDS

and his mother Fermina has been a

long-time staff member, and he also

attended HDS during his childhood,

so it was a given that he would build

the sculpture.

Lalo explained the process and

materials he used while we visited.

The energy and expressions he shared

were very uplifting, in addition to his

easy-going mannerisms, which seems

to come through in his creation, as

well. He also explained that he chose

to sculpt the “Kestrel” hawk also

called a sparrow hawk, because of it’s

colors.

The sculpture is now complete and

pictures were provided by Deborah

Baker. Future plans for enhancing the

area with seating areas are still being

considered by the school staff and

Board members.

Hopi Tutuveni December 20, 2023

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