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HOPI TUTUVENI

Volume 26, No. 02

Paamuya

January

The Moon

of Positive

Hopi Life

HOPI

CALENDAR

KyaamuyaDec.

PaamuyaJan.

PowamuyaFeb.

OsomuyaMar.

Kwiyamuya- April

Hakitonmuya- May

Wukouyismuya-Jun.

KyelmuyaJuly

PaamuyaAug.

Nasanmuya- Sep.

Angakmuya- Oct.

Kelmuya Nov.

This Month

In Hopi

History

•January 01 - Hopi

leaders imprisoned

at Alcatraz for 8

months.

•A.D. - Hopi Ancestors

build houses in dry

caves in the Four

Corners region.

• A.D. 1260-1300 Betatakin and Keet

Seel occupied by

Hopi Clans

DISCLAIMER

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expressed in Article

Submissions and Letters to the Editor, are

those of the authors and

do not necessarily reflect the official policy

or position of the Hopi

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Hopi Tutuveni

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86039

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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2018

Hopi Tribal Housing Authority celebrates

completion of 40 new housing units

Louella Nahsonhoya

Hopi Tutuveni

High winds did not prevent a large crowd from

gathering at the Winslow

Hopi Housing residential

area for a Ribbon Cutting

Ceremony to celebrate

the completion of 40 new

housing units

Hopi Tribal Housing

Authority (HTHA) Executive Director Wes Corben

opened the Ceremony with

a quick overview of the

development process from

start to finish and thanked

all those involved in making this dream become a

reality. Corben said with

the support of the Hopi

Tribal Council and the tireless efforts of the Housing

Authority staff and personnel, the Hopi people will

now have a place to call

home.

The rental units include

1-5 bedrooms and are fully

equipped with energy saving appliances, with washer and dryer, and all have

an energy rating heating

and cooling system.

HTHA Board of Commissioner Chairperson Olivia Dennis also welcomed

everyone and thanked Corben and the HTHA staff

and construction workers

for all their work on the

Project.

HTHA BOC member

Todd Honyaoma, also

shared his sentiments

about the Project and

spoke highly of Corben,

who he said went through

L-R: Wes Corben (HTHA Executive Director), Donavan Manuelito (Chuska Construction), Ivan Sidney (FMCV

Administrator), Todd Honyaoma (HTHA BOC Member), Stanley Pahe (HTHA Development Director), Rolanda Yoyletsdewa (Hopi Tribal Council), Olivia Dennis (HTHA BOC Chairwoman), and Floyd Tortalina (PAHA

Executive Director).

many challenges but has

brought much success to

the HTHA and is working

hard to construct homes

for the Hopi people.

“Today is a day to remember as a memorable

historical event,” said

Honyaoma. “We’ve talked about this reality for a

long time. I hope you have

good experiences in your

homes.”

The first move-in date

for residents was Feb. 12.

However, there are still

several vacant units and

the HTHA is encouraging

anyone needing a place

to live, to apply for the

low-income rental units.

Corben stated there are

several other Projects currently in the pipe line.

He also informed attendess that in partnership

with the First Mesa Consolidated Village and Administrator Ivan Sidney,

they will construct a Safe

House for placement of

those in need of protection,

due to domestic violence

and/or other related needs.

Attendees were able to

view the new units and the

event ended with a celebratory meal as well as a

performance by a dance

group from Hotevilla.

Hopi Elections, Chairman Nuvangyaoma,

former Chairman Honanie What We Know and Don’t Know

By: Tutuveni Editorial Board

Candace Hamana, Angela Gonzales, Curtis Honanie

On November 9, 2017, Hopi

voters went to the polls to elect

a new tribal chairman. The two

candidates for the office were

Timothy L. Nuvangyaoma from

the Village of Mishongnovi and

David N. Talayumptewa from the

Village of Kykotsmovi. Turnout

was low with 1,622 votes cast

out of more than 11,000 eligible

voters. Nuvangyaoma won with

969 votes over Talayumptewa’s

642 votes. Nuvangyaoma was

officially sworn into office on December 1, 2017.

On Friday, January 19, the Inauguration of the Chairman is

scheduled to take place at the

Hopi Veterans Center at 10:00

a.m. But as preparations began,

former Chairman Herman Honanie and his attorney, Gary LaRance, have filed two complaints in

the Hopi Tribal Court challenging

Nuvangyaoma’s election.

What We Know

According to Honanie and LaRance, Nuvangyaoma should have

been ineligible to run as a candi-

date due to a felony conviction

within the last ten years. Citing

the tribal referendum that passed

prohibiting anyone convicted of a

felony in the last ten years from

running for political office. In a

report by the Associated Press on

December 20, Nuvangyaoma was

convicted for aggravated drunk

driving in Maricopa County in

1994, 1998, 2000 and 2006.

The Hopi Election Board and

Elections Office oversees the

election for the Chairman and

Vice Chairman, including the certification of candidates. The Hopi

Election Board certified Nuvangyaoma last July, opening up a 30day period in which candidates

can challenge another candidate’s

eligibility. According to the election board’s attorney, Howard

Shanker, no other candidates

stepped forward to challenge Nuvangyaoma’s eligibility.

As reported by the Associated

Press, Honanie did not raise objections to Nuvangyaoma’s candidacy earlier because he wasn’t

aware of the 2006 conviction because Nuvangyaoma’s name was

misspelled and did not show up in

a search of Arizona records. According to Honanie and LaRance,

Nuvangyaoma’s 2006 conviction

would have made him ineligible

to run for office.

What Happened

After being certified, Nuvangyaoma won the primary election

in September and the general election in November. The unofficial

votes were immediately released

for posting by the Election Board,

for one week, to allow for any

challenges; however, there were

no challenges. The tribal council

asked the Hopi Election Board to

examine certification procedures

and on November 28, the Hopi

Election Board reaffirmed their

decision to qualify Nuvangyaoma as a candidate. Nuvangyaoma

was sworn into office on December 1, 2017.

After Nuvangyaoma was sworn

in, Honanie and LaRance filed

two complaints in the Hopi Tribal

Court. The first complaint appeals

the ruling of the Hopi Election

Board that certified Nuvangyaoma last July, making him eligible

to run as a candidate. Honanie

and LaRance argue that Nuvangyaoma should be disqualified due

to his felony conviction and want

the certification overturned.

The second complaint has been

filed directly against the Hopi

Election Commission for the letter they issued on November 28,

reaffirming their decision.

What’s Next

The case has been assigned to

a [non-Hopi] judge who will hear

and rule on both appeals but no

date has been set.

LaRance wants the Election

Board to admit their error and be

tasked with identifying next steps

which could include invalidating

the election results and holding a

special election.

See related message from

Chairman Nuvangyaoma

on P3

2 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2018 | HOPI TUTUVENI

Hopi Tribal Council Agenda

First Quarter Session - January 8, 2017

(December 1, 2017 Amendment #3)

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. CERTIFICATION OF TRIBAL COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES

III. ROLL CALL

IV. INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

V. ANNOUNCEMENTS

VI. CORRESPONDENCE

VII. CALENDAR PLANNING

VIII. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

IX. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

X. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

1. Action Item 004-2018 – To approve establishment of Hopi Business

Community Development Financial Institution – Author/Stephen Puhr,

Executive Director, Hopi Tribe Economic Development Corporation –

TABLED

XI. NEW BUSINESS

1. Introduction of Lori Piestewa American Legion Post #80 2017 –

2018 Royalty – Eugene Talas, Manager, Hopi Veterans Services

2. Discussion: September 24, 2017 Memorandum from Vice Chairman

Alfred Lomahquahu, Jr., re: Appointment of Executive Director – Lamar Keevama, Tribal Council Representative, Bacavi Village

3. Action Item 007-2018 – Amendment No. 1 to Attorney Contract between the Hopi Tribe and Verrin Kewenvoyouma Law, PLLC - Author/

Theresa Thin Elk, General Counsel, Office of General Counsel

4. **Action Item 008-2018 – To approve Hopi Tribal Relinquishment

of a minor - Author, Mary L. Polacca, Director, Office of Enrollment –

(Time Certain Request for 1/9/18)

5. **Time Certain Request for Discussion – 12/18/17 Letter re: Negotiation of Salary for Tribal Treasurer position – Wilfred Gaseoma,

Treasurer, Office of Treasurer

6. **Time Certain Request to Update on Bears Ears Monument – Representatives from Native American Rights Fund (1/10/18)

7. **Discussion re: Challenge filed in 2017 election – Theresa Thin

Elk, General Council, Office of General Counsel

XII. REPORTS - (1 hr. time allotted) * Required

1. Office of the Chairman *

2. Office of the Vice Chairman *

3. Office of Tribal Secretary *

4. Office of the Treasurer *

5. General Counsel *

6. Office of the Executive Director *

7. Land Commission *

8. Water/Energy Committee *

9. Transportation Committee *

10. Law Enforcement Committee *

11. Office of Revenue Commission *

12. Investment Committee *

13. Health/Education Committee *

14. **Report on 2017 Hopi Three Canyon Ranch, Ranch Activities/

presentation of annual dividend checks and artwork by Hopi Artist

Dennis Numkena (Deceased)

XIII. ADJOURNMENT

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

1. January 04, 05, 06, 07, 25, 26, 27, 28, 2016 – APPROVED

2. February 03, 04, 22, 23, 24, 25, 2016 – APPROVED

COMPLETED ITEMS

1. Action Item 121-2017 – To approve and accept the SMART FY

2017 Support for Adam Walsh Act Implementation Grant Program

funding award – Author/Virgil Pinto, Chief Ranger, Hopi Resources

Enforcement Services - APPROVED

2. Action Item 001-2018 – To approve 2018 – 2022 Grazing Allocations for Hopi HPL Permittees – Author/Priscilla Pavatea, Director,

Office of Range Management - APPROVED

3. Action Item 002-2018 – To investment funds from the Albin Estate

into the Hopi Education Endowment Investment Portfolio to grow the

funds and be utilized for future education programs for Hopi children

– Author/David Talayumptewa, Chairman, Health & Education Committee - APPROVED

4. Action Item 003-2018 – To approve the release of balance of escrow

account established for Antelope Mesa rentals to First Mesa Consolidated Villages – Author/Wallace Youvella, Sr., Tribal Council Representative, First Mesa Consolidated Village - APPROVED

HOPI

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5. Action Item 005-2018 – To approve the 2017 Water Rate Amend- Medina Lomatska

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Tribe and Peabody Western Coal Company – Author/Theresa Thin Elk, MLomatska@hopi.nsn.us

General Counsel, Office of General Counsel - APPROVED

6. Action Item 006-2018 – To approve disenrollment of dual enrollment

EDITORIAL

of a Hopi Tribal Member – Author/Mary L. Polacca - APPROVED

7. Tribal Secretary - Interviews - 12/7/17 – 1:00 – 5:00 pm - COMBOARD

PLETE

Candace Hamana

8. Tribal Treasurer – Interviews - 12/8/17 – 9:00 – 10:30 am - COMCurtis Honanie

PLETE

9. Sergeant-at-Arms - Interviews - 12/8/17 – 10:30 - 12:00 noon –

COMPLETE

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10. Deputy Revenue Commissioner - Interviews - 12/8/17 - 4:00 – 5:00

the Hopi Tribe

pm - COMPLETE

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11. Hopi Tribal Council Appointments to Committees/Commission and

Kykotsmovi, AZ 86039

Boards - COMPLETE

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12. Discussion re: programmatic issues/concerns with Virgil Pinto,

Chief Ranger, Hopi Resource Enforcement Services and Priscilla PaCIRCULATION

vatea, Director, Office of Range Management - COMPLETE

The Hopi Tutuveni is pub13. Chief Revenue Commissioner & Deputy Revenue Commissioners lished twice a month, with

– Interviews - 12/8/17 @ 1:00 – 4:00 pm – COMPLETE

a circulation of 2,500 copies

14. Update on Navajo Generating Station and to meet new Tribal Coun- throughout the entire Hopi

cil – Peabody Energy Representatives - 12/7/17 @ 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Reservation. The paper is

delivered on the 1st and

noon - COMPLETE

3rd Tuesday of each month

15. Review of Tribal Council protocols, procedures and Resolutions - to the following locations:

Moenkopi Travel Center,

COMPLETE

16. Discussion: November 29, 2017 E-mail from the General Counsel Moenkopi Legacy Inn, Hotevilla Store, Kykotsmovi

re: response from the Election Board in response to the Certified ques- Village Store, Tribal Governtions posed to them (add-on) - COMPLETE

ment Complex, Hopi Cultur17. Discussion: Draft Personnel Policies and Procedures – Lisa Paw- al Center, Hopi Health Care

winnee, Director, Office of Human Resources (add-on) - COMPLETE Center, Polacca Circle M,

Keams Canyon Store.

18. Discussion: Report from Abandoned Mine Lands Program – Norman Honie Jr. (add-on) - COMPLETE

LETTERS TO EDITOR

19. Discussion Re: formation of a Task Team that will amend the Rules

and SUBMISSIONS

of Order – Hopi Tribal Council - (add-on) - COMPLETE

The Tutuveni welcomes let20. Update on Land Settlement Discussion – Craig Andrews, Mem- ters from readers. A full

ber, Land Commission (add-on) - 12/18/17 @ 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. name, complete address and

phone number is required

- COMPLETE

21. Update on LCR Litigation (add-on) Wallace Youvella, Sr., Mem- to verify authenticity of the

author. Anonymous letters

ber, Water/Energy Committee - 12/18/17 @ 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. – COM- will not be printed. The

PLETE

Tutuveni reserves the right

to edit for clarity and may

22. Certification of Officers – COMPLETE

23. Discussion: October 10, 2017 Letter from Louella Nahsonhoya, Di- decline to print Letters that

are potentially libelous and

rector, Tutuveni, requesting direction on how to proceed with enforcing slanderous. Letters should

Resolution H- 040-2017 - COMPLETE

be limited to 500 words and

24. Update on Navajo Generating Station and to meet new Tribal Coun- may be may be sent to:

cil – Peabody Energy Representatives - 12/7/17 @ 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Louella Nahsonhoya

Director/Managing Editor

noon - COMPLETE 25. Review of Tribal Council protocols, proce- P.O. Box 123

dures and Resolutions - COMPLETE

Kykotsmovi, AZ 86039

26. Discussion: November 29, 2017 E-mail from the General Counsel

re: response from the Election Board in response to the certified ques- SUBSCRIPTION RATE

Off reservation rates:

tions posed to them (add-on) - COMPLETE

$40 for 6-months

27. Discussion: Draft Personnel Policies and Procedures – Lisa Paw$60 for 12-months

winnee, Director, Office of Human Resources (add-on) - COMPLETE

28. Discussion: Report from Abandoned Mine Lands Program – NorADVERTISING

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man Honie Jr. (add-on) - COMPLETE

29. Discussion Re: formation of a Task Team that will amend the Rules

of Order – Hopi Tribal Council - (add-on) - COMPLETE

30. Update on Land Settlement Discussion – Craig Andrews, Member, Land Commission (add-on) - 12/18/17 @ 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

- COMPLETE

31. Update on LCR Litigation (add-on) Wallace Youvella, Sr., Member, Water/Energy Committee - 12/18/17 @ 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. – COMPLETE 32. Certification of Officers – COMPLETE

HOPI TRIBAL

33. Hopi Education Endowment Fund Annual Report – LuAnn LeonCOUNCIL

ard, Director, Hopi Education Endowment Fund - COMPLETE

34. Report on Trust Settlement Case – Theresa Thin Elk, General

Counsel, Office of General Counsel - 12/06/17 – 9:00 am – 11:00 am Timothy L. Nuvangyaoma

CHAIRMAN

– COMPLETE

REPORTS – COMPLETED

Clark W. Tenakhongva

1. Office of Tribal Secretary * - COMPLETE Written 4 2017 Quarter

VICE CHAIRMAN

report

Theresa Lomakema

Secretary

Wilfred Gaseoma

Treasurer

The Hopi Tribal Council announces the vacancies of :

Two (2) Hopi Election Board member positions and

one (1) alternate position, until filled.

Interested individuals must submit a Letter of Interest to

the Office of Tribal Secretary.

Any questions may be directed to the

Secretary’s office at 928-734-3131.

Alfonso Sakeva

Sergeant-At-Arms

Village of Upper Moenkopi

Robert Charley

Bruce Fredericks

LeRoy Shingoitewa

Village of Bakabi

Lamar Keevama

Davis Pecusa

Clifford Quotsaquahu

Village of Kykotsmovi

Jack Harding, Jr.

Herman Honanie

Phillip Quochytewa

David Talayumptewa

Village of Sipaulovi

First Mesa Consolidated Vlgs

Albert T. Sinquah

Wallace Youvella Sr.

www-hopi.nsn.gov

Village of Mishongnovi

Emma Anderson

Craig Andrews

Pansy K. Edmo

Rolanda Yoyletsdewa

HOPI TUTUVENI |

Message from Chairman Nuvangyaoma

Lololoma, Loloma!!

uary 10, 2018 where I met many strong, proud tribal leaders of their respective tribes that call Arizona home. I also

want to thank Representative Benally, Representative Descheenie, and Senator Peshlakai for their hard work and

continued efforts in representing our district, District 7.

Finally, I am aware of the publication in the newspapers regarding the claim filed in the courts against me

by former Chairman Honanie. This matter is now in the

hands of the courts. However, the people spoke, I was

elected as the Hopi Tribal Chairman and I maintain my

position as the Chairman of the Hopi Tribe. I continue

to focus on my platform of talking to and including the

community, transparency, and the youth. My staff and I

inherited an enormous amount of work which I continue

to focus on because that is what the Hopi/Tewa Sinom

elected me to do. We have developed a positive momentum that we work to strengthen on a daily basis. I want

to extend a huge KWAKWA out to our community for

the strong support I continue to receive on a daily basis.

In closing, I just want to remind our Hopi/Tewa Sinom

to continue to respect and encourage one another on a

daily basis and continue to smile and greet one another

with kind words. Why? Because we are survivors, we

are resilient, we are proud, WE ARE HOPI!! Kwakwa.

December 1, 2017 is truly a day I will not forget. That

was the day I took my oath of office and officially acquired my seat in Tribal Council as Chairman of the

Hopi Tribe. I was extremely humbled by the outpouring of support that both Vice Chairman Tenakhongva

and I received as we were sworn into office.

The first month has been a welcome challenge for

my staff and I. We have and continue to identify both

strengths and weaknesses within our tribal operations. I

have had the opportunity to meet many of our dedicated, hardworking tribal staff and others that are relevant

to the operations of the Hopi Tribe. We have met with

many Tribal Departments and some Villages (but not

all) and are encouraged by the cooperation we have received as we all strive for the common goal of building

a stronger, healthier, unified Hopi Tribe. As a Tribe,

we face many challenges that share an equal sense of

urgency and priority. After our first thirty days in office, we have done some re-evaluating as some issues

have now presented themselves as a priority. Behavioral Health/Social Services have been added to our list

which includes Education, Economic Development,

and Law Enforcement.

Most recently, I had an opportunity to attend Legisla- Sincerely,

tive Day at the Arizona State Capitol on Wednesday, Jan- Chairman Nuvangyaoma

Get

Screened

January is

January is National Cervical

Cancer Month on Hopi

National

Cervical

Cancer

Awareness

Month

Hopi Tutuveni

Submission

Guidelines

The Hopi Tutuveni wants to hear from you!

We welcome the submission of articles, press

releases, letters to the editor and guest editorials. If you have questions or would like

additional information, please contact the

Managing Editor, Louella Nahsonhoya, at

(928) 734-3282.

ARTICLES:

The Hopi Tutuveni welcomes original articles reporting on local, state and national news items of

interest to readers. We are especially interested in

articles reporting on events and activities involving members of the Hopi Tribe. Submissions must

include complete contact information, including

author’s name, mailing address, telephone number or email address. All articles must be submitted electronically as a Word document. 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.

PRESS RELEASES:

The Tutuveni welcomes press releases from local,

state and national organizations, agencies, departments and programs. Press releases must be

submitted electronically as a Word document. All

submissions will be reviewed by the Managing Editor and returned to the author if significant editing

is required. Press Releases must be submitted on

official letterhead with complete contact information, including name, telephone number or email

address. The Tutuveni publishes press releases as

a public service and does not guarantee that all

submissions will be published.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR:

Letters to the editor provide an opportunity for

private individuals to respond to articles published by the Tutuveni or to share opinions about

issues impacting the Hopi community. Letters

should not exceed 300 words and must include

complete contact information, including the full

name of the author, address, phone number or

email address. Anonymous letters and letters

written under pseudonyms will not be published.

The Tutuveni Editorial Board reviews all letters to

the editor 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. Electronic submissions

preferred.

By: Elvia Sanches,

Health Educator

H.O.P.I. Cancer

Support Services

According to the Centers for Disease Control

(CDC)

approximately 12,000 women in the

United States will be diagnosed with cervical cancer

each year, and more than

4,000 women will die as a

result of the cancer. Cervical cancer is a highly

preventable cancer, thanks

to improved screening

tests and vaccinations.

January, 2018 is Cervical Cancer Awareness

month on Hopi and we

encourage women in the

community to get screened

to take the steps of embracing a healthy lifestyle.

Cervical cancer starts

in the cervix, the narrow

opening of the uterus. Cervical cancer doesn’t have

obvious physical symptoms that signal that you

might have the disease in

the beginning stages. But,

once cervical cancer is

advanced, warning signs

start to appear. Symptoms

may include abnormal

bleeding between periods,

pain or bleeding during

intercourse and abnormal

discharge throughout the

menstrual cycle.

The main cause for

cervical cancer is a virus

called human papillomavirus (pap-ah-LO-mahVYE-rus), also known as

HPV.

HPV can cause

normal cells on your cervix to turn abnormal.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2018

GUEST EDITORIAL:

Abnormal cells can turn

into cancer if they are not

found and treated in a

timely manner. HPV is a

virus that is very common

and can affect both men

and women. It usually has

no signs or symptoms and

most of the time HPV goes

away by itself within 2

years and does not cause

health problems. When

HPV remains in the cervical cells for many years it

can cause cervical cancer.

Today, enhanced cervical screening, known as

Pap testing is the best tool

for prevention. A pap test

involves collecting cells

from the cervix to test for

the presence of precancerous or cancer cells. That

way, problems can be

found and treated before

they ever turn into cancer.

Pap tests are recommended for women 21-65 years

of age. HPV test looks for

the virus that can cause abnormal cells on your cervix and can be performed

in conjunction with a Pap

test. It is recommended for

women ages 30 and older.

When patients receive

their test results there are 3

Pap result definitions:

• Pap test is Normal:

This means you are

very unlikely to have

HPV on your cervix,

your cervical cells are

normal and you have a

very low chance of getting cervical cancer in

the next few years. You

can wait 3 years before

being tested again, or

ask your doctor when to

come in for your next

visit. Should you have

any changes within

those 3 years, you can

seek a provider.

• Pap test is Abnormal:

This means your Pap

test found abnormal

cells. This does not

mean you have cervical

cancer but rather the

abnormal changes may

likely be caused by

human papillomavirus

(HPV). Your doctor

may take a closer look

at your cervix (called

a colposcopy) to find

out if your cells are

abnormal and/or treat

you right away.

• Pap test is Unclear

(ASC-US): ASC-US

stands for atypical

squamous cells of undetermined significance.

This means you do not

have HPV, but your Pap

test is unclear. Even if

you do not have cell

changes, it is unlikely

that they are caused by

HPV.

As women, we have to

remember to take the time

for self-care. That means

taking care of oneself for

good health. Our goal

within the program is to

increase public education

and knowledge on the importance of regular cervical cancer screenings for

women living on or near

the Hopi reservation. We

want women to be aware

that there is support available by H.O.P.I. Cancer

Support

Services-Hopi

Breast & Cervical Cancer

Early Detection Program.

Women’s health remains

a priority for Hopi families and so does our commitment to keep women’s

outlook on health stronger

than ever.

Guest Editorials provide an opportunity for individuals to raise awareness or express an opinion

about an issue of relevance to the Hopi community. Unlike a Letter to the Editor, Guest Editorials

should express an opinion or provide a perspective based on expertise, research or firsthand

knowledge. These pieces are generally longer in

length (500-700 words) and topical in nature. We

welcome submissions on a broad range of topics,

but are especially interested in editorials addressing current issues and events impacting the Hopi

community. Guest editorials must be submitted

electronically as a Word document and include the

full name of the author, address, phone number or

email address. Original submissions are preferred;

however, if submitting work previously published

it is the author’s responsibility to obtain permission from the original publisher. The Tutuveni Editorial Board reviews all guest editorials and selects

for publication those that fit within the editorial

calendar or are most relevant to readers.

SUBMISSION PROCESS:

Please email press releases, articles, and guest

editorials as a Word document to the Managing

Editor, Louella Nahsonhoya, at LNahsonhoya@

hopi.nsn.us. Letters to the Editor may be submitted electronically by email, but may also be submitted in-person at the Tutuveni Office or by regular postal mail. If sending by mail, please address

your letter to Louella Nahsonhoya, The Tutuveni,

P.O. Box 123, Kykotsmovi, AZ 86039.

The Tutuveni is published on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month and all submissions must be

received one week prior to publication date (call

928-734-3282 for deadline schedule).

HOPI TUTUVENI EDITORIAL BOARD:

Dr. Angela Gonzales

Candace Hamana

Curtis Honanie

4 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2018 | HOPI TUTUVENI

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“PUTTING HOPI & TEWA VETERANS FIRST”

Hopi Veterans Services

“Let Us Assist You”

By: Eugene Talas, Manager

Hopi Veterans Services

We encourage Hopi Veterans, Widows · Register for Agent Orange or Gulf War

and/or Family members to visit or tele- Syndrome exposures.

phone our office for assistance and/or reFor these services, bring a copy of your

ferrals with any of the following:

DD Form 214, Discharge Document, (or