# Volume 31 (2023)

> Briefs, arguments, decisions, and more.

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- **Document type:** Tribal code

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Volume 31
Number 23

WEDNESDAY
DECEMBER

20, 2023

56˚/32 ˚

Mostly Cloudy

~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 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

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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.

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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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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

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

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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:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

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

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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:
The Hopi Tutuveni welcomes
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
impacting the Hopi community or on events and activities
involving members of the Hopi
Tribe. Articles should not exceed
750 words and should follow
Associated Press (AP) style and
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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Press releases must be submitted
on official letterhead and include
the name of the organization,
contact person, telephone
number and email address. Press
releases should not exceed 500
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Editor.
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EDITOR:
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words and must include the
name of the author and complete
contact information (address,
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CIRCULATION

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the article on which you are
commenting. Anonymous letters
and letters written under pseudonyms will not be published.
The Tutuveni Editorial Board
reviews all submissions and
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.
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bio.
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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.

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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

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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

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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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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

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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.

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Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Ahopi_arizona%3A33fff9d6935ceae9. Public record. Not legal advice.