# Tuesday, January 15, 2013 > Briefs, arguments, decisions, and more. URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Ahopi_arizona%3A53b364972cbb5eba ## Record - **Collection:** Tribal code - **Document type:** Tribal code ## Text FREE Volume 21, Number 2 Tuesday, January 15, 2013 Talayumptewa 2012 Hopi Runner’s Forum brings new perspectives to Darren named as Director of the sport of running Deparment of WEMP W Mihio Manus/Hopi Tutuveni Billy Mills, a native Oglala Lakota, is a 1964 Olympic Gold medalist in the 10K track and field event. Mills was the keynote speaker at the first annual 2013 Hopi Runner’s forum held Jan. 2-4, 2012 at the Legacy Inn in Upper Moenkopi. By Mihio Manus Hopi Tutuveni ithin the culture of many Native American tribes, the physical act of running is virtuous to both physical and spiritual existence. The mindset of a runner, to endure long miles and push the boundaries of their body’s physical limits, comes not only from physical training but also mental training. This structured focusing of mental capacity can also be extended toward goal setting and taking positive steps to achieve these goals. Itaa Hongvi’iymat, which can be translated to mean ‘our strong ones’, was the title under which the first annual 2013 Hopi Runners Forum and Expo united both local and regional runners with national Native American professional runners. The three-day long forum hosted keynote speaker and 1964 Olympic Gold Medalist Billy Mills along with ultrarunner Jay Danek and Navajo professional runner, Alvina Begay, among other notable athletes. Mills, who took the Olympic gold medal for the 10K in 1964, delivered an inspirational keynote address based on his focus and motivation while training and running in the Olympics. In his speech, he took the values of his traditions and culture, as an Oglala Lakota, and applied them toward achieving his goal of winning the 10K in the Olympics. The gold medalist likened his plight, running in the Olympics, to being a modern day warrior and using the virtues of bravery, fortitude, wisdom and generosity to accomplishing goals in life. “How do you use them?” he asked the audience. “You take bravery and fortitude and go on a journey to the center of your soul. That’s where you find the virtue of wisdom. You use the virtue of wisdom to make the right choices for yourself. The right choices will empower you.” He continued to say that empowerment leads a person to the virtue of generosity, which, in turn, will help empower others. According to Mills, the sequence of this journey will lead a person to becoming an emerging elite warrior. “A warrior assumes self-responsibility and accountability and learns the incredible balance of humility.” Mills emphasized taking these virtues, which he said empower our cultures, and projecting them on educational, health or economic pursuits. “Why is this important?” he asked again. “The virtues and values of our culture and spirituality give us confidence, clarity and direction in life.” Mill’s address was met with great applause and reception and many of those in Continued on Page 4 Hopi Lawmakers approve Continuing General Fund Budget Resolution to ensure Tribal operations continue uninterrupted By Crystal Dee Hopi Tutuveni After months of reviews, debates and negotiations on tribal budget proposals submitted by programs/departments, etc., the Hopi Tribe’s Budget Oversight Team (BOT), recommended approval of the Tribe’s 2013 General Fund Budget to the Hopi Council, which was to take effect on Jan 1. On Dec. 10, 2012, the Hopi Tribal Council stated they had fully reviewed and discussed in open session the proposed 2013 General Fund Budget as presented by BOT, but had not yet reached a decision and required additional time to approve and adopt the budget in accordance with the Hopi Tribe’s Fiscal Management Policies. To ensure Hopi Tribal Governmental services and oper- ations continue uninterrupted, the Council determined that the Tribe’s 2012 General Fund Budget shall continue, with an approved expenditure ceiling of ten percent (10%) of the base budget per month, until such time the Tribal Council formally approves and adopts the 2013 Budget. In a Vote of 13 in favor, 1 opposed, 0 abstaining (Chairman presiding and not voting), the Hopi Tribal Council passed Resolution H-0032013 on Dec. 10, to approve “the Continuing General Fund Budget Resolution effective Jan. 1 and automatically expires at the time the Hopi Tribal Council formally adopts the final Fiscal Year 2013 General Fund Budget”. Beginning Jan. 7, at a regular Tribal Council meeting, the Hopi Council took up Action Item 003-2013 to begin the approval process. Each A Hopi Runner’s Tale: Becoming an Ironwoman -- Page 4 day, the Tribal Council chamber is filled to capacity as Programs/Departments, Villages, etc., wait to hear the outcome and stood ready to defend their proposed budgets. The following programs and the amounts they asked for are not reflective of what they will actually receive as the Continuing General Fund Budget Resolution has not been passed by the Hopi Tribal Council. In their budget proposal, the Hopi Veterans Memorial Center (HVMC) requested an increase over last year’s budget to cover the high cost of utilities. In her statement to the Tribal Council, the Secretary of the HVMC informed the Council that costs of operating the building is very high. Due to the size of the facility, it takes a lot to heat the building. With the increasing costs of gas/propane and electricity, expenses for utilities take up much of their budget. In the past, they have had to partner with the Special Diabetes Program in order to keep up with the high utility payments. The expense of utilities was one of the areas for which they requested an increase. The Tribal Council discussed the HVMC proposal and agreed that utility expenses have increased. Hopi Resource Enforcement Services (HRES) asked for an increase of over a million dollars for FY 2013. The department is increasing in salaries as they plan on hiring two more officers; they currently have nine people on staff, one Lieutenant, two Sergeants, and five officers. HRES receives a Cop grant that funds for a total of seven officers, however that is not Got Mange? Page 2 Continued on Page 3 In an announcement on Mon, Jan. 14, Clayton Honyumptewa, Director Department of Natural Resources, congratulated Mr. Darren Talayumptewa on his promotion to Director of the Wildlife Ecosystems Management Program (WEMP). “Mr. Talayumptewa has accomplished so much for the program as Coordinator and is very deserving of this promotion”, said Honyumptewa. Mr. Talayumptewa may be reached by e-mail at DTalayumptewa@hopi.nsn.us or at 734-3606. Tips for combating Flu Season By Lori Joshweseoma Hopi Health Services Influenza is mostly a community-based infection that is transmitted in households and community settings. Traditionally the flu virus spread from person to person, primarily through droplet transmission ( e.g., when an infected person coughs or sneezes near a susceptible person). Other ways can be through indirect contact transmission via hand transfer from virus-contaminated surfaces or objects to the face (e.g. nose, mouth). Here are some helpful tips to get you through this flu season: • Annual vaccinations is the most important measure to prevent seasonal influenza. Take time to get a flu vaccine. • Avoid close contact with sick people. • If you are sick with flu-like illness, stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone, except to get medical care or other necessities. • While sick, limit contact with others as much as possible to keep from infecting them. • Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, throw the tissue in the trash after you use it. • Wash your hands often with soap and water, If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub. • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, Germs spread this way. • Clean and disinfect surfaces and objects that may be contaminated with germs like the flu. Most important, if you start to feel sick or if you are sick, PLEASE be courteous to your work mates by staying home to minimize the spread of influenza. There will be two flu shot clinics held this week if you are interested. • • 1/16/2013 Shungopavy 1:00 pm3:30pm 1/17/2013 Hopi Health Care Lobby 9am-2pm HTI Selected for FCC Pilot Project to increase broadband among low-income Americans Page 5 2 TUESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2013 | THE HOPI TUTUVENI Hopi Elk and Antelope Hunt Submitted by Hopi Wildlife and Ecosystems Management Project The Hopi Wildlife & Ecosystems Management Program (WEMP) has the 2013 Arizona Game & Fish Department (AZGFD) Elk and Antelope Hopi Hunt number for Enrolled Hopi Tribal members only. The Cooperative Agreement for Hunting Management Between the Hopi Tribe and State of Arizona and AZGFD, allows hunters access on the Tribe’s Ranch Lands within Game Management Units (GMU) 5A, 5B (North) and 4A. The AZGFD allocates a certain percent of Elk and Antelope permits to Hopi Enrolled members to hunt within the entire 5A, 5B (North) and 4A GMU. These specific hunt numbers are provided to Hopi Tribal members only and are used to apply for the 2013 Elk and Antelope hunts. Deadline to apply for the AZGFD State hunts is Tuesday, February 12, 2013. Application must be received by the AZGFD by 7 PM at any Regional Offices or by mail, before the Feb. 12th deadline time. Any application received after the deadline will be rejected and fees refunded to applicants. The Hopi WEMP will accept applications and submit to the AZGFD Flagstaff on February 12th for those who would like to save time and gas. Applications must be submitted to the WEMP Office located in the Honanie Building in Kykotsmovi, AZ by 3PM to allow ample time to take in applications. The Hopi WEMP will have copies of the AZGFD Applications and Regulations by Friday, January 11th. For further information, please call the Hopi WEMP Office at (928) 734-3605/3606/3608. Tribal member, Terry Hines selected as 2012 Piper Fellow PHOENIX— The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust has named five nonprofit leaders as its 12th class of Piper Fellows. These leaders work daily to enhance quality of life for people in Maricopa County’s communities. Terry Hines, Chief Operating Officer of the Child Crisis Center was among the five named as a 2012 Piper Fellow. Hines is Hopi and the daughter of Dr. Marvin and Jean Call from the Village of Moenkopi. The newly selected Piper Fellows, chosen via a competitive process, will complete individual sabbaticals in 2013 and become part of the enduring Piper Fellows “alumni” group that meets monthly in facilitated Learning Circles to share professional issues and challenges common among nonprofit leaders. Up to five new Piper Fellows are selected each year; 51 nonprofit leaders have participated in the program to date. “The time and resources that a Piper Fellowship provides can be transformational for our seasoned and vibrant nonprofit leaders who are often stretched thin on many levels. Piper Trust sees this investment in human potential as an invaluable way to reenergize leaders and stimulate new thinking,” said Judy Jolley Mohraz, president and CEO, Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust. Piper Fellowships enable these dedicated leaders to participate in self-designed, professional development sabbaticals to strengthen their skills and explore new knowledge that they can in turn take back to the organizations they lead and serve. Fellows’ field work during a fellowship has ranged from study with some of the world’s most renowned thinkers and innovators (e.g., at MIT, Stanford, Harvard, Dis- ney Institute, Sesame Street Workshop) to immersion programs that expand cultural knowledge and insights. Fellowships have led to outcomes such as: reinvention of a 35-year-old organization; and leadership development that fostered risk-taking and creativity resulting in new programming. A Piper Fellowship offers each selected organization potential awards up to $90,000; the first $30,000 is intended to provide each selected professional with expenses for study, travel, and opportunities to visit best practice sites around the country. The Trust also awards up to $10,000 for new or increased professional development for the staff of each awardee organization. In addition, Fellows are eligible to apply for a $50,000 Organizational Enhancement Award to implement some aspect of their fellowship projects. About Piper Trust: A private independent foundation, Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust honors Virginia Galvin Piper’s philanthropic commitment to changing lives and strengthening community in Maricopa County (Arizona). By investing in nonprofits and encouraging strategic planning for the future, Piper Trust strives to make Maricopa County a stronger, more nurturing, and vibrant community. Since it began awarding grants in 2000, Piper Trust has invested more than $300 million in local nonprofits and programs. The Trust had total grants paid of $21.9 million in fiscal year 2012. Piper Trust grantmaking areas are healthcare and medical research, children, older adults, arts and culture, education and religious organizations. For more information, visit www.pipertrust.org. Got Mange? Local News Local Briefs and Announcements Submitted by Hopi Veterinary Services If you see a dog that is losing its fur or looks like a hairless mutt or “hyena dog” , it might have mange. Right now there are quite a few “mange dogs” seen around in the Villages. Animals with mange often suffer from weight loss since they are so uncomfortable and may not be able to find food as well. Mange is a skin disease caused by mites, which are tiny external parasites found on animals. Mites are microscopic arachnids and are cousins to ticks and spiders. Mites either embed themselves in their hosts’ skin or hair follicles, depending upon the kind of mite they may be. Infestations of mites are common among homeless dogs that roam together. There are four types of mange found in dogs: cheyletiella mange, demodectic mange, sarcoptic mange and ear mites. Cheyletiella mange is also known as “walking dandruff”. It affects dogs and rabbits and is highly contagious but shortlived. It can cause mild itching, scaly skin, inflammation, redness and scabs. Humans can get “walking dandruff” but cats rarely do. Demodectic mange is also known as “red This dog was found in First Mesa when the Hopi Veterinary Services conducted a rabies clinic this summer. mange”. Red mange can affect puppies and adult dogs, causing hair loss, bald spots, scabbing and sores. Red mange cannot be transmitted from a dog to a human or cat. Sarcoptic mange, also known as “scabies” causes intense itching, which can result in hair loss, reddened skin, body sores and scabs. Scabies can result in secondary skin infections, which may need to be treated with antibiotics. Scabies is the most common type of mange and can be passed to humans by dogs, especially if the dogs share sleeping places or if the infected dog sleeps on beds or furniture. Scabies causes a rash of red bumps in humans, like mosquito bites. Fortunately, scabies is self-limiting in humans since the mites cannot complete their life cycles on humans and die within a few weeks. Ear mites are considered a type of mange as they affect the external part of the ear. Symptoms of ear mites include an animal showing sensitivity when one or both ears are touched, tilting the head to one side, frequent shaking of the head and increased scratching of the ear or ears. You may also notice an unpleasant odor coming from the ears. A dark discharge may be seen inside the ear. Ear mites are contagious and can be passed on to other animals, but not to humans. Cats will rarely get mange but when they do it is either ear mites or head mange [also known as cat scabies]. If you think your dog or cat has mange, take him to see a veterinarian. Depending on the type of mange and the type of animal, medication may be given orally or applied topically, by injection or by shampoo and dip. Do not use products prescribed for dogs on a cat unless the vet tells you to do so. Please don’t let your dog or cat suffer. Mange is treatable! However, if left untreated mange can kill your pet. Let’s all work together to keep our pets healthy. If you have any questions, please contact the Hopi Veterinary Services at 738-5251. What You Need to Know About the Flu Flu Widespread in Arizona Hopi Health Care Center As projected we are off to an early flu season, Hopi Health Care Center has been instrumental in offering flu vaccines and education to the Hopi community and continue to have vaccines offered daily. Arizona flu activity hit widespread this week; widespread is the highest category possible. Influenza has been reported in 14 of the 15 counties. There has also been an increase in hospital admissions, especially in the central part of the state. (http://www.azdhs.gov/diro/pio/news/2013/130110flu-widespread.pdf) The Good news The good news is if you haven’t been sick yet, the flu shot can still offer you protection from influenza. By receiving the flu vaccine you can protect yourself, your family and your community. Where & When to get your flu vaccine: It is not too late to get the flu vaccine. Flu vaccines are being given daily at Hopi Health Care Center in the Outpatient department. No appointment is necessary. Public Health Nursing has immunization/flu clinics scheduled for throughout the month of January at the Hopi Health Care Center and in the community: See the schedule below: • January 16, 2013 – Shungopavi Youth/Elder Center 1:30-3:30 p.m. • January 17, 2013 – Hopi Health Care Center Lobby 9:00 am- 2:00 p.m. • January 22, 2013 – Hotevilla Youth/Elder Center 10:00 am – 12:00 p.m. • January 24, 2013 - Hopi Health Care Center Lobby 9:00 am- 2:00 p.m. • January 31, 2013 - Hopi Health Care Center Lobby 9:00 am- 2:00 p.m. For questions regarding the flu or dates of the clinics please call Public Health Nursing @ Hopi Health Care Center (928) 737-6257/6258. Who should get vaccinated for the flu? Everyone who is at least six month of age should get a flu vaccine this season. It is especially important for those people with high-risk conditions that may develop complications like pneumonia. These highrisk conditions are: people with medical conditions including asthma, diabetes, and chronic lung disease, pregnant women, people who are 65 years and older as well as those who live with or care for those with the high risk conditions listed above. It is very important to protect those who are under six months of age. The best way to protect these babies is to “cocoon” them. What is cocooning? Cocooning is making sure that all of those that live in the household or visit the home have had their flu vaccines. Other ways to protect these babies is to make sure your wash your hands before picking up the baby, after changing diapers, before any feeding, especially after you have sneezed. Person to Person, spread of the flu The flu is contagious and people with the flu can spread it to others up to 6 feet away. The flu virus is spread through droplets made when people with the flu cough, sneeze, or talk. These tiny droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby. It is also transmitted by touching a surface or object that has the flu virus on it and then touching his or her own mouth or nose. It is very important to wash your hands often with soap and water. The flu can be spread to others beginning 1 day before symptoms start and up to 5 to 7 days after becoming sick. Children may pass the flu virus for longer than 7 days. This means that you may be able to pass on the flu to someone else even before you know you are sick as well as while you are sick (www.cdc.gov/flu). Flu symptoms: Fever/chills, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, headaches, tiredness, and some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, this is more common in children than adults. Complications of the flu virus: Pneumonia, bronchitis, sinus and ear infections and those with chronic health conditions can have their health condition worsen because of the flu. 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