# Pueblo of Isleta website: www.isletapueblo.com (2023) > Briefs, arguments, decisions, and more. URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Apueblo_isleta%3A100a537d382f17c4 ## Record - **Collection:** Tribal code - **Document type:** Tribal code ## Text Volume 18 Issue 5 Isleta Pueblo News Pueblo of Isleta website: www.isletapueblo.com May 2023 Governor’s Report Maguwam, I want to continue to wish the entire community a nice safe and healthy month as we approach into May! This month is going to be busy as everyone is preparing for the farming season, weddings, graduation, and the end of the school year! We would like to remind the community to continue to practice the safety protocols and continuing to keep our COVID numbers low. My apologies, to the community for canceling our Community Meeting on such short notice. We have rescheduled the Community Meeting for Saturday, May 13, 2023. The meeting will be held at the Isleta Resort and Casino in Ballroom B from 9:00am-12:00pm. We would like to see you all there to hear what changes and projects we have been working on. We are pleased to announce that Marilyn Stephanie Zuni has joined the Department of Cultural and Historic Preservation/Pueblo of Isleta Cultural Center as Department Director. We are excited to have Stephanie joining the department as we continue our mission to preserve the culture, history, and language of the Pueblo of Isleta, and work toward our goal of opening the Cultural Center in the Summer, 2023. roundabouts, curb & gutter, sidewalk, a multi-use trail, asphalt surfacing, waterline, sewer lines, storm drain and arroyo stabilization. The project will be new roadway construction and therefore should not have any traffic impacts. We ask that when construction starts to avoid driving, biking, walking and jogging in the area under construction for your safety and the safety of the construction workers. Need a Home Site Application? We have begun the process of the home site applications. The application can be obtained from the Reality Department or contact Patricia Lujan at 505-869-0710. She will be available to direct or answer any questions you may have. 3111. All reservations must be made in person at the Governor’s Office. The cost to reserve the Reception Hall is $250, with a $200 refundable deposit due at the time of booking. The cost to reserve the Court House is $100, with a $50 refundable deposit due at the time of booking. All payments must be made via money order. Please comply with all rules and regulations for the Court House and Reception Hall to keep our facilities in good condition for everyone, or risk losing your damage deposit. The Reception Hall and Court House are booking up quickly. Make your reservation today! Rent the Reception Hall or Court House for your Next Big Event! Last, I want to send my condolences to the families of those who have lost their family members during the month of March. The Reception Hall and Court House are now taking reservations! To check availability or ask any questions, please contact the Governor’s Office at (505) 869- Ha-Wuh Max A. Zuni Governor Pueblo of Isleta ENVIRONMENTAL Monthly surface water quality results The Pueblo of Isleta, Veterans Association and the Isleta Governor’s office would like to invite everyone to attend the Suicide Prevention Awareness Public Meeting. This event will be hosted on Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 10:00am-12:00pm at the St. Augustine CCD Building. Since our last newsletter, we are happy to say the Chical Well Project is still in the working progress. More updates on the Well Projects will come later from Public Works Department. As we continue with the renovations of the little leagues fields. The Little League Chical field on Tribal Road 10 is making progress with the field lights. We ask you are careful around these areas as the facilities are undergoing these improvements. NMDOT has scheduled repair and maintenance for NM147 starting the week of May 1, 2023 and anticipate completion by May 5, 2023. Repair and maintenance operations will be limited to daylight hours and will include an overlay of the roadway with a thin layer of asphalt pavement. Restriping will take place shortly after the paving work is completed. NMDOT will provide traffic control, which will maintain one lane traffic during the repair and maintenance operations. We ask you to be cautious during the repair and maintenance operations, your patience will be greatly appreciated. Moonlight Drive Extension Project. We have selected a contractor and necessary approvals to have the project under construction within the May-June 2023 timeframe. The project will involve the extension of existing Moonlight Drive to a new intersection of Moonlight Drive with NM314. This project includes two *Water quality samples are collected from the Rio Grande except 240 Wasteway, Indian Interior Drain at the 240 Wasteway, and Albuquerque Riverside Drain. - Dash in data table indicates sample not collected. “MPN” is a unit of measure that stands for most probable number. MPN is equivalent to colony forming units (“CFU”). The Pueblo of Isleta’s most stringent surface water quality standard for E. coli bacteria is 88 MPN/100 ml at all times and at all flow rates. By Order of the Governor, the Rio Grande is closed for fishing. The reason for closure is for the safety of our community. We have been blessed with a good spring runoff. Be aware that bacteria concentrations in the Rio Grande typically spike or rise to unsafe levels following storm events and high water levels in tributaries upstream such as the Jemez River. The wastewater treatment plant near Jemez Springs failed the week of April 10th; it is not known if the treatment plant failure affected water quality in the Rio Grande at Isleta. Please watch signage at the NM 147 bridge. Governor will lift the closure order when the Rio Grande is safe. Notes regarding surface water quality sampling: On September 30, 2022 one sampling event was conducted to measure the concentration of pesticides and herbicides at 4 sample locations: the drain near NM 45 and Interstate 25, Atrisco Riverside Drain, NM 147 and the Albuquerque Riverside Drain near the Northern Boundary. All results were non-detect. Irrigation waters on the west side were shut off around March 22, 2023 for flushing. If you have questions about surface water quality, contact Ramona Montoya, Water Quality Control Officer, at 505-869-7565. POI Env DRAFT2 19-Apr-2023 Page 2 Isleta Pueblo News LETTER FROM THE EDITOR DEADLINE for June Newsletter articles is set for Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at 4:30 pm. Articles may be dropped off at the Library or emailed to Nathaniel.Lujan@ isletapueblo.com. Should you email your article, expect a confirmation email. If you do not receive a confirmation email, odds are it never made it to me and then it’s time to panic, so call Nate at 505.869.9808. People who wish to submit an article or flyer are responsible for generating their own article or flyer. Should you need help, please call the Library at 505.869.9808 and set up a date and time to sit down with a Library staff member who will help you throughout the process. The Library will NOT accept notes dropped off at the Library or information over the phone to generate your article. PROBATES need to be published in the Newsletter for two consecutive months. Probates are considered court documents, therefore, all submitters must provide: 1) Name of Deceased, 2) Date of Deceased 3) Court Case # and 4) Date of Court Date. A Probate form can be found on the Newsletter Archive page at http://www.isletapueblo.com/ newsletters.html . CLASSIFIED ADS: The new administration has requested that the Newsletter start a Classified Ad section for Tribal members selling land, houses, mobile homes, vehicles, and farm equipment. Leasing of houses and mobile homes will be accepted. Smaller items which can be sold at the local flea markets or weekly yard sales will NOT be accepted. Currently, this service is FREE to Tribal members. Land, houses, and mobile homes must be within the reservation boundaries. Ads must meet the 160 character limit. Ads that exceed the 160 characters will NOT be submitted into the Newsletter. A single picture June be submitted with the ad. Submitters of classified ads are responsible for generating their own ads as this is a FREE service. As a reminder, Tribal business owners may submit a small flyer at no charge. Like the classified ads, business owners are responsible for generating their own flyers as this is a FREE service. Classified ads and business flyers will be posted no more than two consecutive months. In the event where the Newsletter may exceed the 24-page limit, classified ads and business flyers will be “bumped” for newsletter articles. Again, this is a FREE service for Tribal members. The Isleta Newsletter is owned and operated by the Pueblo of Isleta. Therefore, the Governor of the Pueblo of Isleta has the final say of all articles and contents within the Isleta Newsletter. For additional questions, you may call the Library and speak with Nate or Diane at 505.869.9808. Thank you, Nathaniel Lujan Newsletters may be found at the fifteen distribution locations listed below. Remember, Digital copies of the Newsletter may be obtained from the Newsletter archive at http://www. isletapueblo.com/newsletters.html The fifteen Newsletter distribution locations are: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. TR 2 & TR 22 - Chical SE of Community Hall TR 10 - Behind the old 47 Sales TR 1 & TR 5 – Ranchitos / Bosque Farms Reservations Line Ranchitos Park Post Office - Big Tree TR 82 & TR 84 - Teller Road TR 78 & TR 82 - Carlos Trujillo Sr. TR 90 @ Y - CF Padilla Mouse Town Park – Health Center – South end of Health Center Parking lot Library Sunlight & Moonlight Intersection TR 6 - 47 Intersection TR 12 - 47 & 147 intersection (Old Smoke & Save) TR 71 & TR 54 @ Y - Holiday Robot / Paved Road / Railroad Tracks TR 45 & TR 40 @ Y - Tata Mel (POI Signage) May 2023 May 2023 PROBATES Isleta Pueblo News Page 3 Isleta Pueblo News Page 4 Job Postings Visit us online at http://www.isleta.com/career-opportunities.aspx Fax: 505-244-8232 May 2023 OUR LOCATION Isleta Resort and Casino is located 7 minutes south of downtown Albuquerque at Interstate 25 and Hwy 47, exit 215. The Human Resources office can be found on the east side of the building through the Employee Entrance doors. May 2023 Isleta Pueblo News Page 5 Isleta Pueblo News Page 6 May 2023 Pueblo of Isleta Career Opportunities Position Posting Office Location Closing Date Position Posting Office Location Closing Date May 2023 Isleta Pueblo News Page 7 Isleta Pueblo News Page 8 DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION From DOE Higher Ed: POI Scholarship Supporting Documents Deadline for Summer Term: May 31st 11:59 PM MST POI Scholarship Application Deadline for Fall Term: July 1st 11:59 PM MST Scholarship Application Tips 1. Meet all application deadlines a. Use a calendar or planner, make a schedule, and stick to it. 2. Gather application materials early a. Give yourself plenty of time to complete each step. 3. Don’t ignore small award a. Small awards can add up. The larger the award, the more competition you’ll face 4. Request letters of recommendation early a. Some applications require letters of recommendation. Think carefully about who should write letters and choose people who can speak to your strengths and ability to overcome your weaknesses. Give your recommenders no less than two weeks notice so they have time to write on your behalf. Be prepared to provide them with additional information about yourself or the scholarship. Make sure to follow up with your recommender to assure that your letter was submitted. 5. Write a great essay a. Think carefully about the question being asked and use this opportunity to tell the selection committee things about you that might not show elsewhere in the application. Get help with editing for grammar and spelling, but do your own writing—the committee wants to hear from you personally. 6. Try, try again a. Keep trying even if you don’t win a scholarship right away. Save copies of every application that you complete so you don’t have to start from scratch every time. Other Outside Scholarships: Full Circle & Tribal College Scholarships The American Indian College Fund provides scholarships to American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking undergraduate and graduate degrees at tribal colleges, nonprofit, and accredited schools. For more information, please visit: https:// collegefund.org/students/scholarships/ Deadline: May 31st 2023 Cobell Scholarship Summer Scholarship Only applicants who have been fully admitted to graduate school for the Spring Semester or Winter Quarter can submit both an undergraduate and graduate application by the stated deadlines to be considered for both. First complete the Undergraduate application and utilize the Additional Comments to inform us of the situation, then, email the graduate school acceptance letter to scholarships@cobellscholar.org to receive access to the graduate application where you will supply the same Additional Comments to assure consideration for both opportunities. Applicants considering graduate school but who have not been admitted will need to wait until the next funding cycle to apply. For more information, please visit: https:// cobellscholar.org/ Deadline: May 4th AISES Intel Growing The Legacy Scholarship Program (2023-2024) The Intel Growing the Legacy Scholarship Program will support undergraduate and graduate students. This Program includes financial support, mentorship, paid internship opportunities, and, upon successful graduation, employment opportunities with Intel. Scholarships are $5,000 for undergraduate students and $10,000 for graduate students. In response to several students’ concerns, AISES and Intel would like to reassure students who are thinking about applying for the Intel scholarships, that they do NOT have to complete nor agree to complete an Intel internship to be eligible/competitive in the selection process of the Intel Scholarships. For more information, please visit: https:// www.aises.org/scholarships/intel-growinglegacy-scholarship-2022-2023 Deadline: May 31st AISES 3M Scholarship (2023-2024) In partnership with 3M, the American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) is pleased to announce the 3M Scholarship for incoming college freshman students pursuing ANY STEM degree. For more information, please visit: https://www.aises.org/scholarships/-3mscholarship-2022-2023 Deadline: May 31st May 2023 AISES A.T. Anderson Scholarship (2023-2024) The A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship Program is funded through a variety of sources, including memorials, individual donations, AISES fundraisers, and other corporate grants. This scholarship fund was established to memorialize A.T. Anderson, one of the AISES founders. For more information, please visit: https:// www.aises.org/scholarships/at-andersonscholarship-2022-2023 Deadline: May 31st AISES Apple Scholarship Program (20232024) AISES has partnered with Apple to offer the Apple Scholarship Program to exceptional Indigenous college students studying in a STEM field. Selected scholars will receive a $15,000 scholarship, a MacBook, and a Development Experience. Scholars will also have the opportunity to be mentored by an Apple employee. For more information, please visit: https:// www.aises.org/scholarships/apple-pathwaysacademy-2023-2024 Deadline: May 31st AISES Chevron Scholarship (2023-2024) Chevron scholarships are awarded to American Indian, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, First Nations, and other indigenous peoples of North America who are students in higher education. The scholarship was developed by AISES and Chevron to support the advancement of students with technical and leadership accomplishments, as well as a commitment to and passion for the energy May 2023 field. The scholarship is open to both undergraduate and graduate students pursuing STEM degrees. For more information, please visit: https:// w w w. a i s e s . o r g / s c h o l a r s h i p s / c h e v r o n scholarship-2023-2024 Deadline: May 31st 2023 Advancing Young Women in STEM Scholarships The New Mexico Out-of-School Time Network (NMOST) announces the 2023 Advancing Young Women in STEM Scholarships to inspire the next generation of female innovators and leaders. Applicants must be: • A high school Jr/Sr applying to college in STEM OR a current undergraduate in a STEM field • A resident of New Mexico OR currently enrolled at a New Mexico College/ University • A young woman (25 or younger) pursuing a STEM education/career. • in possession of a GPA of 2.5 or higher (4.0 scale) For more information, please visit: https:// nmost.org/nmost-aywistem-scholarships Deadline: May 30th Isleta Pueblo News SMA STEM Scholarship Souder, Miller & Associates offers a $1,500 scholarship opportunity to Native American students pursuing a four-year degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics. The scholarship may be used for tuition, fees, books or on-campus housing/meals. Automatic approval for up to a maximum of four academic years is at the discretion of the Scholarship Committee. For more information, please visit: https:// s o u d e r m i l l e r. m a p s . a r c g i s . c o m / a p p s / MapSeries/index.html?appid=6739231755b8 46aca1066b94101379ec Deadline: June 10th New Mexico Early Childhood Scholarships The New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) provides scholarship opportunities that make it possible for early childhood professionals to afford coursework leading to advanced credentials and degrees. The scholarship program supports professionals who work in: child care settings (licensed, registered, or tribal), state-funded or tribally funded NM PreK or Early PreK programs, Head Start/ Early Head Start, Home Visiting Programs, FIT-Early Intervention Programs, or NM PreK, Title I, or 619 Preschool Programs in public schools. Scholarship awards include one year of funding for tuition, fees, and associated textbooks and have the possibility of renewal each year. Dedicated Scholarship Coaches Page 9 work directly with scholars to support their pursuit of advanced credentials and degrees. For more information on scholarships: https://ececdscholarship.org/wp-content/ uploads/2021/03/ECECD_Scholarships_ Summary-1.pdf https://webportalapp.com/sp/signup/ececd_ scholarship_23_24 Deadline: Rolling Basis Rust Opportunity Assistance Fund The Rust Opportunity Assistance Fund is an emergency fund available for CNM students experiencing an unforeseen financial situation. For more information, please visit: https://www. cnm.edu/depts/financial-aid/scholarships/ rust-opportunity-assistance-fund Deadline: Applications are reviewed on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Native Forward Scholarships for Native Students. Find the scholarships that will support you and your education. For more information, please visit: https:// www.nativeforward.org/scholarship-finder/ Outside Aid Help Low-Cost Dell Computer Low-cost internet and laptops are available for low-income and Pell-eligible families. For more information, please visit: https:// www.xfinity.com/learn/internet-service/ internet-essentials/low-cost-computer TRUANCY The last weeks of school are upon us and we’ve enjoyed working with all of our Isleta students, along with the various Isleta Service Providers. We will continue offering our support services to ensure successful educational outcomes. Congratulations to all of our high school graduates who have achieved their graduation. Remember that anything is achievable once you set your mind and your heart to it. CLASS OF 2023! The Truancy Department has been involved with the Valencia County Juvenile Justice Advisory Board (JJAB). The purpose of this board is to improve the Juvenile System and to decrease the incidences of juvenile delinquency in the community. Prevention and early intervention in juvenile justice services is the main emphasis. An important focus of JJAB is to strengthen support services and activities that will help protect our youth. One of our coordinators, Kaylee Jojola, was nominated to be a board member for JJAB. Her role will include collaboration with all Valencia County service providers, to help plan and encourage youth, parents, and the community to recognize and address risk factors and promote positive interactions and behaviors amongst the youth. The reason for this nomination is because a majority of our youth attend Los Lunas Public Schools and it’s been recognized that the Pueblo of Isleta should have input to the various services and support systems offered to the community. Along with Kaylee being a board member, JJAB is also requesting youth representation from the pueblo. If your child is 10 or older and is interested in serving as part of this board, please have them contact Kaylee at the Truancy Department at 505-869-3891. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our office. We look forward to hearing from you and working towards successful outcomes. Submitted by: Kaylee Jojola Truancy Coordinator Page 10 Isleta Pueblo News May 2023 DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Happy May, we are officially closer to the end of the school year! We hope that each one of you are taking these last few weeks of school serious and getting your assignments in on time. This will help your stress levels as the semester comes closer to an end. If you know, or think your student is missing credits now is the time to get in contact with your child’s counselor to get them registered for summer school. Congratulations to all high school seniors! If you have a senior in high school and would like to highlight them in the newsletter, please submit a picture along with their name and high school. Pictures may be submitted through form stack @ https://isletapueblo. formstack.com/forms/2023_graduate Deadline for submission is May 17, 2023. Upcoming Events: Senior Mass – May 7, 2023 10:00 am Mass APS Senior Banquet – May 11, 2023, Isleta Resort & Casino Ballroom Century High School/Family School Robing Ceremony – May 17, 2023 6:00 pm, Valencia High School Los Lunas High School Robing Ceremony – May 18, 2023 6:00 pm, Los Lunas High School Valencia High School – May 20, 2023 6:00 pm – Valencia High School Last day for Los Lunas Public Schools – May 25, 2023 Los Lunas Public School High Schools Summer School starts – May 30, 2023 Graduations: Saturday May 20, 2023 – The Pit, Albuquerque, New Mexico o Los Lunas High School – 9:00 am o Valencia High School – 1:00 pm o Century High School/Family School – 4:00 pm - Sunday May 21, 2023 – Kiva Auditorium, Albuquerque, New Mexico o Native American Career Academy – 10:00 am College Updates: Deadlines for scholarships are fast approaching. Students are encouraged to apply for outside scholarships other than the POI scholarship. As the semester ends, here are a few reminders for the POI Scholarship: - Deadline for fall application is July 1, 2023 All supporting documents are due on August 31, 2023 All documents and outside scholarships can be found on the Department of Education website https:// www.isletapueblo.com/tribal-programs/educationalservices/isleta-higher-education/ We wish you all a safe and happy summer! Michelle & Jolynn LOS LUNAS SCHOOLS Notice of Los Lunas Schools Public Hearing for Part II of the Application for the Title VI Formula Grant Los Lunas Schools will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, May 3rd beginning at 5:30pm. The meeting will be held at the Los Lunas School’s Teacher Resource Center located at 801 Coronado, Los Lunas. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss and obtain public input regarding the content of Part II of the application of the Title VI Formula Grant (supporting Indian Education). If further information is needed, including the Zoom link, please contact Cathy Chavez at (505) 866-2440. If you are an individual with a disability who is in need of a reader, amplifier, qualified sign language interpreter, or any other form of auxiliary aid or service to attend or participate in the hearing, please contact the Special Services Office at 505-866-2440 at least one week prior to the hearing. May 2023 Isleta Pueblo News Page 11 Scholarship Criteria for the 2023-2024 Tibien (Elk Mountain) College Fund] Purpose: In honoring the memory of our son and nephew, Aaron Robert Dailey, the Tibien College Fund will award one $1000 scholarship for the 2023-2024 school year to a college-bound or college student. Criteria: Students eligible to apply for the Scholarship are graduating high school seniors or persons who graduated from high school within the last 4 years from he date of application, who are enrolled in a federally recognized tribe in New Mexico or California, and pursuing a college degree. Consideration will be given to academic achievement and the student’s community service record. Students should submit a scholarship application. Amount: One Scholarship of $1000 will be disbursed in two equal installments in August 2023 and January 2024. The disbursement will be made to the Financial Aid office of the recipient’s college. Guidelines: The recipient must continue to attend classes and maintain a 2.5 grade-point average each semester. Deadline: The application deadline is August 3, 2023. Applications must be received by that date to be considered. The award will be made no later than August 31, 2023. Application Process: Call (505) 376-6844 or email swlopc@outlook. com for an application. Submit applications by August 3, 2023 to: Sh’eh Wheef Law Offices P.O. Box 167 Isleta, New Mexico 87022 or swlopc@outlook.com Page 12 Isleta Pueblo News May 2023 Did you know? Kirtland Air Force Base Precision Bombing Range Site Did you know that the Pueblo of Isleta was once a test site for Atomic Bombs? In the 1940's-1960's there was a bombing range used by the military to practice dropping bombs. There was a total of approximately 14,000-lbs of debris that was found. Among the debris found was a 500lb bomb and a 1,000-lb bomb. Have you been told a story of a plane crash on the reservation? If so, we would love to hear it and investigate the story. Please contact the UXO/ HAZMAT Department at (505)8695748 with any tips or findings. Shown is an example of a "Pumpkin Bomb". Scan the QR code below to see footage of a "Pumpkin Bomb" being tested on the reservation. May 2023 Isleta Pueblo News Page 13 Page 14 Isleta Pueblo News May 2023 PUEBLO OF ISLETA DEPARTMENT OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION CULTURAL CENTER Ma Ku Wam Shimba Greetings Everyone! I am so excited to begin a new journey as the Director with the Department of Cultural and Historic Preservation & Cultural Center. I have come on board to resume the responsibility of overseeing our newly renovated old school building into the present Pueblo of Isleta Cultural Center. I grew up and live here at Isleta Pueblo and am proud to represent our people in such a setting and telling our story. I attended the Institute of American Indian Arts and earned my Bachelor’s degree in Museum Studies. I am a pottery artist and had the most memorable times working alongside my mother and aunts who so proudly displayed their pottery and curio items at the Old Alvarado Train Station and the portal of Old Town in Albuquerque. Previously, I assisted in creating the traveling exhibit of TIME EXPOSURES: Picturing a History of Isleta Pueblo in the 19th Century. It is my pleasure and honor to return to such a beautiful sight of the Cultural Center and continue displaying and sharing our Isleta Pueblo story from the past to the present. We are currently planning a ‘Soft Opening’ for the Cultural Center sometime in May. I would like to extend an invitation for Artists of all mediums to display artwork in our Nichos of the hallways at the Cultural Center. I look forward to meeting our Artists, Youth and Seniors of all mediums from our Little Island, Sheiw Whif Teui All My Best, M. Stephanie Zuni, POI, DCHP Cultural Center Director 3. DCHP/POICC ANNOUNCEMENTS: Friday Photo Group will resume weekly meetings starting May 19th and again on the 26th from 1PM-3PM at the POI Cultural Center Conference Room (formally Yonan An). For more information or to confirm attendance, please contact Tribal Archivist Cassandra Smith at (505) 869-5376 or at Cassandra.smith@isletapueblo.com In preparation of the POI Cultural Center’s ‘Soft Opening’ we are sending out a call for artists to help fill our nichos in the hallways of the Cultural Center with original Isleta works of art from tribal members, as well as vendors, to sell at the Storyteller gazebo. More information below: CALL TO ARTISTS & VENDORS “Soft Opening Cultural Center” Pueblo of Isleta Work Media: POTTERY, JEWELRY, MOCCASIN, MEN & WOMEN’S TRADITIONAL & CONTEMPORARY CLOTHING (VARIOUS ITEMS), PAINTINGS, AND SCULPTURES. Work Size: Items will need to fit inside a 4’(H) x 3’(W) x 1’(D) display case, there will be six (6) cases to display works of art. Entry Requirements: ALL ENTRIES MUST BE ORIGINAL ISLETA WORKS OF ART FROM ISLETA TRIBAL MEMBERS. REQUIREMENTS: 1. Contact the Cultural Center at (505) 869-9767 to set up an appointment. 2. Bring work of art to be reviewed (max. 4 items) Artist Statement/Title/Date of Works Timeline: Exhibit is ongoing, display cases will be changed every 1-2 months to ensure other tribal member works of art are displayed. Entries Due: Monday, May 15th, 2023 Selection Process: All works of art will be reviewed and selected by the Cultural Center staff. Selected works will be displayed for 1-2 months, afterwards the items will be returned to owners and a new set of community artwork will be displayed. If artists are not selected they may be put on a waitlist to be displayed at a later time. Notification to artist: Cultural staff will contact artist based on the artist’s preferred method of contact. Delivery/Pick-up: Pueblo of Isleta Cultural Center (POICC) 71 Tribal Road 40, Isleta, NM 87022 Sales: NO SALES OR COMISSIONS. POICC IS ONLY LOOKING TO DISPLAY COMMUNITY ARTWORK “ON LOAN” AT THIS TIME. Vendor Info: Limited space will be available for vendors. Tables and chairs will be provided. Please call the Cultural Center for more information and to reserve a spot. Contact: M. Stephanie Zuni, DCHP/POICC Director (505) 869-9768 or Marilyn.zuni@isletapueblo.com ST. AUGUSTINE PARISH ONLINE GIVING St. Augustine Parish is now offering online giving services to better serve our parishioners. We are providing this option in addition to cash or check donations. You can still give through traditional methods, but now you can make recurring or one-time gifts online with a credit/debit card or electronic check. To give online through our new platform, visit our giving page on our website https://www.isletachurch.org/. You can also give through text message by sending “Give” to (505) 207-4077. This program is beneficial to you, in that you do not need to worry about having cash or a check on hand at Mass, and it benefits the Parish by reducing the time needed to process donations and run financial reports. May 2023 Isleta Pueblo News Page 15 Tips for Parents: • Set curfews: Have a set curfew, but if you do decide to extend curfew do not let hours go by without checking on your child. Know where they will be and how long they will be there. • Communicate your expectations: Even though you might have talked to your child about the choices they make and how it will affect them, it is always a good idea to have the conversation again especially around this time of year. • Trust: Building trust with your child is mutual; this builds a strong relationship between child and parent. This also allows for growth and understanding. • Boundaries: Your child might want to go to a celebration that is out of town or at place you are not familiar with. Allowing your child to attend these celebrations might create a safety risk for your child and yourself. Make sure you discuss your concerns and make your decisions based on the outcome of your conversation. Isleta Pueblo News Page 16 May 2023 Pueblo of Isleta Public Library We started the month off with Summer Reading Registration which was held on May 5th starting at 7am until all spots are filled. Read more about it in our upcoming section of our article. Schools will be letting out this month and the library may be busier than usual throughout the day. Please be aware of your surroundings in the parking lot, around the library and in the neighborhood as children may be out enjoying their Summer Break. Hotter days are slowly creeping up on us, please remember not to leave children, elderly, or pets in the car. Temperatures can rise in a matter of minutes, even with a cracked window. Sometimes those “quick errands” take longer than expected! News On Wednesday, May 3rd the library will be having a staff meeting starting at 9am to discuss upcoming programs, address library concerns and share ideas. We will remain open during this time so feel free to come into the library. The library will be closed on Saturday, May 27th and Monday, May 29th in observance of Memorial Day. All library media checked out on Thursday, May 25th will be due on Tuesday, May 30th. Enjoy your threeday weekend and the official start to the summer season. The library would like to introduce Edith Perez Bonillla, she is our new full-time employee. She is excited to work at the library and provide assistance to patrons and help to the community. Edith is a recent graduate and received her bachelors in Asian Studies. She enjoys art, video games and movies when she is not at work. Edith is in the process of planning an upcoming library program that she will be doing this summer. So next time you’re in the library make sure to stop by the front desk and say hello! Edith Perez Bonilla our New Library Aide Don’t forget to download the library’s NEW mobile app. Available now in the App Store or Google Play be searching for “POI Public Library.” After downloading you will need your library card barcode number and PIN to access you account. The library’s mobile app will allow you to search our library catalog, check out books and materials, browse events, access our e-Library digital resources, set up your digital card and more! For more information or if you need help downloading or setting up your pin number, please come in or call the library at 505-869-9808. Join us every Wednesday at 10:30am and a library staff member will read a story and do a small activity or craft with the families and children who attend. Family Story Time is geared towards children 16 months to 5 years old but everyone is welcomed! No sign up is required, and monthly calendars will be available for story time here at the library. For more information on the story and activity for that day please call the library at 505-869-9808. Summer Reading Program Registration will be Friday, May 5th starting at 7am. Registration will be a first come, first serve basis. We will once again have one single line for registration for youth and junior groups. This will ensure that priority is given to those whom showed up early for registration. We will try our best to get in and out as soon as possible, but please be patient with staff during this time. Summer Reading Program Calendars and descriptions will be available during registration. Some reminders to keep in mind before registering: • Only Parents/Legal Guardians of students are allowed to sign up students for the Summer Reading Program. • 3-year olds MUST be potty trained. • We will be asking for BASIC information on the registration form along with a list of allergies. • Our youth program will feature 4 different curriculums. During registration you will be given a packet with information on the 4 curriculums and calendars. You will need to go over the program descriptions with your child so they can choose which program interests them the most. If you have any questions regarding our Summer Reading Program, please give us a call at the Library and speak with a staff member at 505-869-9808. Upcoming Our Junior Program will be open to 20 students ages 3-6 years old. Students will be learning the fundamentals of STEAM with a different theme each week. Story time will be incorporated along with activities, crafts and outside play. Students will be served breakfast and lunch daily with the Summer Meal Program. Our Youth Program will be open to 20 students, ages 7-14 years old. Each day youth students will engage in daily reading groups and after our daily reading time we will have a book discussion. Activities and crafts will follow daily reading. We will feature 4 different themes to choose from and 5 spots will be available for each of the programs. Both Junior and Youth calendars will be available to be picked up at the library and will be posted on the library’s website page. https://www.isletapueblo.com/tribalprograms/library/ May 2023 The library will be a host site for the Summer Meal Program provided by the Bernalillo County food program. We will be serving breakfast and lunch for children ages 1-17 years old in our Art Room. Breakfast will be served from7:45am - 9:30am and lunch will be served from 11:30am – 1:00pm. All meals are FREE and must be eaten on site. If you have any questions regarding this program, please call the library at 505-8699808 and speak with a staff member. Library and the Isleta Rec have teamed up to do a collaboration for the Junior Summer Reading Program where we will take the students for a Story Time Yoga session. Students will be able to engage in a story time and learn Yoga poses in the process. To better prepare, library staff members attended a Yoga session and did a test run on May 24th. We would like to give a big shout out to Judy Asman and Thomas Zuni from the Rec for making this possible, sharing ideas and collaborating with us. Wanting to give your mother a unique and tasty gift this Mother’s Day? Then the library has just the thing for you to do. Come and join us on Saturday, May 13th from 10am to 12pm and make that special person a delicious Edible Arrangement that she will surely love! All supplies will be provided. This program is open to 7 families of 3 or until all 21 slots are filled for ages 5 and up. Sign-ups begin on Monday, April 24th. For more information, please contact Elena at 505-869-9808 or by email at Elena. Lopez@isletapueblo.com. Join us on Saturday, May 20th at 10am in Growing Your Own Indoor Herb Garden. We will be learning the basics of planting and growing an herb garden that you can place in your kitchen and have fresh herbs for your cooking convenience. This program will be open to the first 10 adults, 18 and over to pre-register. All supplies will be provided. All you have to bring is your “green thumb”, sign ups start Monday, May 1st. Snacks and refreshment will also be served. For more information about this program please contact Diane at 505869-9808 or by email at Diane.Abeita@ isletapeuelo.com. The library will be mainly focusing on the Summer Reading Program in the upcoming months. During this time library programs will be put on a pause until our Summer Reading Program has concluded. You will also notice that the library and library staff will be busier than normal. Please be patient with us during this time as we will also have new summer staff that are learning in real time. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for understanding. But not to worry, library staff is always on the lookout for new programs for children, teens, adults and families. Please follow us on our social media accounts for up to the minute announcements on programs and events. We will also be posting flyers throughout the community, so keep a look out for that. Recap On Tuesday, April 25th, library staff members attended the Sundance Art Literacy Night where we promoted our library services and interacted with students and parents. It was a great Isleta Pueblo News evening to bring attention to Art Literacy through education in schools. The library has a variety of Art material at the library for patrons to check out. Library Staff attended a series of Trainings for the month of April and May. The library hosted and participated in NARCAN (Naloxone) Training on April 20th. This training course taught us how to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose and how to administer the opioid overdose reversal drug Naloxone. Also, library staff attended an Active Shooter training course ALICE (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, Evacuate) on April 27th, where we learned about lockdown procedures, how to handle the threat of an intruder or active shooter. The library’s After School Program is in Page 17 its final month of the program before the Summer Break. As you can guess, students are excited and anxious but we can’t let all our hard work go to waste in the upcoming weeks. More than ever, it’s important for students to keep on top of their reading and homework for the last month of school. April was a busy month for library staff and students as we enjoyed spring crafts/ activities and warmer weather. Students attended an incentive field trip on April 28th to Elevate where they jumped on trampolines and enjoyed pizza after. Students earned their spot to attend the field trip by reading and doing homework. We are so glad we got to spend the school year with all our students. We would like to wish ALL students a Happy Summer Vacation, and to those that are graduating we would like say congratulations and here’s to your next adventure! After School Program students making Spring Crafts for the month of April! Page 18 Isleta Pueblo News May 2023 PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT I do not know about all of you, but I’m still waiting for the April showers that bring the May flowers!!! Well, May is upon us and we are ready for the nice weather we have been having. Our Parks look amazing, flowers are blooming, the fields all over the pueblo are full and green, the trees are full and starting to produce fruit, and over all things just look so much better when there is green through the pueblo. We have completed our summer hires (Recreation Aides, Weed & Litter Crew, Summer Lifeguards, etc.) and we will be training them soon to prepare them for our summer recreation program. We should have room for at least around 120 children in our summer program this year. Our Aquatic Center is ready for the summer program as well, but keep in mind that center and swimming pool will be used primarily for the youth summer program this summer from approximately 9am to 3:30pm. Anytime before 9am or after 3:30pm the center will be open for other individuals to use the pool and gym. Our Fitness Facilities Pickle Heights and Main Recreation are still available for all tribal members to use, so please come on in and take advantage of our beautiful free fitness facilities, remember this was built for all of you. Many of you attended our Annual Parks & Recreation Easter Egg Hunt in April. It was an awesome event and we appreciate everyone attending it this year. I want to thank all the departments from the casino that helped out, they were great to work with and I hope we are able to work with them soon with other events. We really appreciate them bringing down the photo booth for this event, the photo booth was a huge hit. I also want to thank the POI Human Resources Department for their help as well, they donated some awesome prizes for this event as did the casino. AQUATICS SECTION Isleta Aquatics is excited for this upcoming summer! We have multiple youth programs that will be coming in to have pool time this coming summer. This will not influence hours of operation but we will be sure to post closures for large groups ahead of time if we need to do so. We are looking to have our summer session group swim lessons start this month (May)! This will be a great way for us to fit in more students for this coming year! Registration forms for the group swim lessons are available at the front desk of the Recreation Center and registration is open to kids 6 and up. If you were previously in swim lessons with us, please get us an updated registration, we can be sure to have updated swimmer information and emergency contact info. If you have smaller children and are interested in our parent and tot class, please reach out to Connie or Josh at 505-869-9783. We have sessions available from 6:00am8:30am as well as 3:30pm-7:30pm Monday through Thursday, and 6:00am-8:30am and 3:30pm-5:30pm Fridays. We will close midday to accommodate swim time for youth programs as well as daily pool maintenance. We are also offering our adults only, lap swim on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 12pm-1:00pm. All three types of swim sessions can be reserved in one and two hour increments at the front desk of the Rec Center. Swim lesson registration forms are available at the front desk at the Rec Center or contact Josh or Connie at 505-869-9783 for more details on availability and registration. Isleta Aquatics is still looking for Aquatic Aides for the summer! If you know, anyone interested in becoming an Aquatic Aide please call or visit the POI website for the job posting! For anyone interested in information about Lifeguard certification, child or adult swim lessons, water aerobics and other aquatic programming please call Josh or Connie at 505-869-9783. FITNESS SECTION Have you signed up for the Silver Eagles challenge yet? If you have not, what are you waiting for? In case you haven’t heard, the New Recreation Center in conjunction with the Elder Center is hosting a challenge for tribal and community members who are 50 years or older to participate in the various activities we offer—swimming, walking the track or gymnasium, playing sports, working out or taking fitness classes. If you are not in on the action, it is not too late! Stop in, sign up and get fit! SPORTS SECTION For those of you that have not called about our Adult Basketball League, please do so. If you want information about the league, please call me (George Waquie) at (505) 8699777, I will be more than happy to give you information. I also wanted to let you know that our Volleyball League went really well this year, it was very competitive and lots of fun. We are already looking forward to the league next year and we hope it is even bigger, better, more competitive and even more fun. We hope to see even more tribal members get teams in this league next year. How it works: Visit us in the weight room and talk to one of the fitness staff members about joining. We will assign a punch card to your name. Each time you visit the New Rec and participate in the activities listed above or other activities, you will get one punch (only one punch per day). When you earn 10 punches (one punch card), you receive a sweat towel. After completing the first punch card, participants can qualify to win a fitness tracker by completing two additional punch cards (totaling 30 visits), and a massage gun if they complete three additional punch cards (totaling 60 visits). Additional prizes will be given to those who complete additional punch cards beyond the six – for instance, more prizes for those who complete 10 punch cards (100 total visits) for the year or 15 (150 total visits). At the end of the year, punch cards are entered into a drawing to win $1,000 cash prize. Congratulations to the 80+ people who are currently in the program! For more information, please call the New Rec Center at 869-9777, ext. 9012. Spin Class at a New Time/Day – Do you love indoor cycling? This excellent non-weight bearing format can help you to burn calories like crazy and have fun at the same time. The class time for Spinning® has moved from Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. to Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. in the gymnasium. Come on in, hop on a bike and join Thomas for an amazing workout! Call the New Rec Center at 8699777, ext. 9012 for more information. RECREATION SECTION As I mentioned earlier we have completed our summer hiring for the recreation program staff and we should be able to have or take approximately 120 children into our program this summer. I hope that all of you interested in getting or trying to get your children into the summer program put your lottery form in for the drawing. The drawing will take place this month and you will know very soon if your children were drawn to participate in this year’s summer recreation program. We will be getting staff ready to work with the children this month as well. Our afterschool program is still going on and will continue to do so until school ends. I think the kids are looking forward to the summer break, I know I used to when I was a kid. Our Corn Hole League was also a very big hit! Corn Hole is an activity that is becoming more and more popular every day. Just like the Volleyball League, the Corn Hole League was lots of fun and extremely competitive. Everyone that participated really had lots of fun. We will definitely have more Corn Hole Leagues in the very near future; we have no other choice everyone is already asking us about the next one and they are looking forward to it as well. May 2023 Isleta Pueblo News SUMMER PROGRAMS Page 19 Page 20 Isleta Pueblo News Helping Your Adult Family Member Who Has an Addiction Although you may be tempted to rescue, bribe, pamper, scold, or threaten your adult family member who continues to use and abuse alcohol and/or drugs, this is not a helpful approach. Families share experience, strength, and hope at Al-non meetings. These meetings teach you how to stop “enabling”. The word enabling means “allowing, permitting, or aiding” the alcoholic/addict to stay in their sickness and enabling keeps you, the family, trapped in the problem. Enabling can make you physically and emotionally sick and cause increased stress with you and your home environment. Addiction is not something that affects just the alcoholic/ addict but has a negative impact on the entire family and the community. No one wants their adult family member to suffer with an addiction and your intentions to help are out of love and concern. When enabling turns into an intervention, things begin to change. It is time to take your focus off the adult family member’s addiction and place it onto yourself and your family. You regain power to make meaningful choices about what you will do and what you won’t do. Enabling does not teach responsibility. You can contact Al-non at (505) 262-2177 and find out the nearest location from your community to attend, (IBHS does not provide transportation). Isleta Health Center - Behavioral Health May 2023 Isleta Pueblo News May 2023 Page 21 Isleta Health Center Do you or someone you know have a drinking problem? Alcohol use is not a problem for everyone but it can become a problem if you are not aware of the signs. It helps if you know the signs so you can do something about it before it becomes a problem. If you are curious whether your alcohol use might be a problem, take a moment to answer these questions: • Drive a car or operate heavy machinery hile drinking or “buzzed” • Spend a lot of time figuring out how you would get your next drink • Have to drink more than you used to in order to get the same effect • Experience hangovers that got worse each time you drank • Continue to drink even if you felt depressed, anxious, or guilty • In the past 6 months to a year, did you • Continue to drink even though you had health problems because of the alcohol Ever have a drink the following day just to “steady your nerves” or to “take off the edge” If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, it may be time to seek help… • Continue to drink even though it caused problems with family, friends, and/or the job Isleta Health Center Behavioral Health Clinic 505-869-5475 • End up drinking more, or longer, than you intended • Tried to cut down or stop drinking but continued to use alcohol Page 22 Isleta Pueblo News May 2023 What to do if you find a used needle outdoors People, especially children, must never touch or pick up needles found on the ground. Discarded needles can be harmful. Needles or hypodermic needles are also known as syringes or sharps. Cleaning up discarded needles must be done carefully to protect human health and the environment. If a used or discarded needle is found on Isleta tribal land, please call Isleta Police Dispatch at 869-3030 to report the location so that a qualified tribal employee can safely collect and dispose of the discarded needle. Individuals who use needles for insulin shots or other medical uses are expected to dispose of their used needles appropriately in sharps containers that individuals have to purchase themselves. An exclamation mark within a triangular border is the international symbol for caution. Always exercise caution if you see a discarded needle. If you have any questions about this article, please contact Environment Department at 869-7565. May 2023 Isleta Pueblo News Page 23 Health Beat: Mental Health Awareness 2023 Orion Zuni, B’eeh-K’oo-ee Wellness, Experiential Educator Orion.zuni@islclinic.net Phone: 505-869-5475 “Mental health is not a destination. But a process. It’s about how you drive. Not where you’re going.” ~Noam Shpancer, PHD While we go through the motions of our fast-paced lives, it can be easy to overlook all aspects of our health. It is important to keep up physical healthy habits like daily exercise and eating healthy foods. But we need to remember that our mental health plays a very important role in our wellbeing day to day. May is a month that is dedicated to mental health awareness and all the benefits that come with practicing healthy habits to keep our minds positive and productive. Fostering a healthy positive mindset can be very beneficial with our self-esteem, confidence, and outlook on life. This can be easier said than done majority of the time. Mental and physical health are equal components to our overall health and can determine how we interact with any situation we find ourselves facing. When we find our day consumed by high stress problems it is important to find and practice healthy coping mechanisms to help yourself relax and unwind. An example of healthy coping can be getting exercise, going for walks, talking to friends or family. The options are not limited! Finding a healthy coping style or activity can look different for everyone and can include a combination of things that help us feel good. It is also important to remember that our mental health does not stay the same over time. Many factors contribute to our state of mental wellbeing but if we are able to find and continually practice healthy coping methods we have the ability to step back and assess our problems with a new perspective. Many factors can contribute to our risk of mental illness and there is never one sole cause. For many, mental illness can be remnants of early adverse life experiences (child abuse, sexual abuse, witnessing violence, etc.), major medical conditions (Cancer, Diabetes, etc), chemical imbalances in the brain, use of alcohol or drugs, and/or having feeling of loneliness or isolation. Typically, mental health problems are clinically diagnosable and are products of our experiences, biology, psychology and social factors. There are many various types of treatments for mental health problems and are dependent on the individual. Treatments can include therapies (talk, trauma, etc), medication, or both depending on the individual’s needs that will target specific mental health problems. Mental health issues are common, help is available. People with mental health issues can improve and many recover completely. So, if you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, feel free to reach out to the B’eeh-K’oo-ee Wellness Center at 505-8695475 and set up an appointment with one of our counselors. Page 24 HEALTH CENTER Isleta Health Center 2023 Community Needs Assessment Survey The Isleta Health Center wants to improve our services by better understanding the Health Priorities in the Isleta Community, but we need your help! We will be offering a Community Needs Assessment Survey to the Isleta Community through paper form and virtually (internet). This will be 1st given out during the Isleta Health Center Health Fair on May 12, 2023 from 4:306:30 at the Isleta Health Center. WE HOPE YOU CAN MAKE IT! If you do not attend the Health Fair, we will also be sending out links, QR Codes and having the survey available at the Health Center for you to complete the Survey. We would like EVERY Isleta Health Center Patient, Isleta Tribal Member or Isleta Community Resident to complete this survey, so that we can improve our services. Please keep an eye out for more information regarding this survey and make it a point to complete it before June 15, 2023. Those who complete the survey will receive a Sunshade (While Supplies Last) and a chance to win a number of great prizes (Gift Cards, Movie Passes, Gas Certificates and more). We hope you plan to attend the Isleta Community Health Fair and that you make it a point to complete the Isleta Health Center Community Needs Assessment this year! For more information, contact Stephanie Barela, Isleta Health Center Health Educator, (505) 869-4479 Stephanie.Barela@islclinic.net. WANTED - Isleta Community At Large: Community Members that are interested in making a difference in the community by assisting the Isleta Health Center’s Community Health Assessment Team are needed to help prepare, disseminate, collect, evaluate and address the health needs of the community. If you are interested, please submit a letter of interest or recommendation to the Isleta Health Center Registration Desk or email Stephanie.Barela@ islclinic.net. The deadline for letters of interest and community recommendations to the Isleta Health Center is: Friday, May 3, 2023 Questions please contact Stephanie Barela at Stephanie. Barela@islclinic.net or call 505869-4479. Isleta Pueblo News May 2023 May 2023 Isleta Pueblo News Page 25 Pueblo of Isleta Elder Center Efforts to Help our Elders with Loneliness We are providing our elders with important data regarding the impacts of isolation and loneliness. Following the article below, please read about the efforts put forth by the POI Elder Center to combat Isolation and Loneliness. chronic illness, and hearing loss. Health Risks of Loneliness Although it’s hard to measure social isolation and loneliness precisely, there is strong evidence that many adults aged 50 and older are socially isolated or lonely in ways that put their health at risk. Recent studies found that: • Social isolation significantly increased a person’s risk of premature death from all causes, a risk that may rival those of smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity. Loneliness and Social Isolation Linked to Serious Health Conditions National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2020. Social isolation was associated with about a 50% increased risk of dementia and other serious medical conditions. Loneliness and social isolation in older adults are serious public health risks affecting a significant number of people in the United States and putting them at risk for dementia and other serious medical conditions. A report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) points out that more than onethird of adults aged 45 and older feel lonely, and nearly one-fourth of adults aged 65 and older are considered to be socially isolated. Older adults are at increased risk for loneliness and social isolation because they are more likely to face factors such as living alone, the loss of family or friends, • Social isolation was associated with about a 50% increased risk of dementia. • Poor social relationships (characterized by social isolation or loneliness) was associated with a 29% increased risk of heart disease and a 32% increased risk of stroke. • Loneliness was associated with higher rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide. • Loneliness among heart failure patients was associated with a nearly 4 times increased risk of death, 68% increased risk of hospitalization, and 57% increased risk of emergency department visits. What Can You Do If You Are Experiencing Loneliness? The POI Elder Center is a great place to start exploring resources for seniors, right here in your own backyard!! Daily Congregate Meals: come join your friends and/or relatives for lunch M-F 12-1pm. The menu is posted in the monthly Tribal Newsletter and an added bonus for coming in for lunch is a full salad bar every day. Activities & Field Trips: an activities calendar is also posted in the monthly Tribal Newsletter with various types of opportunities for engaging and socializing. General Meeting: a gathering for our seniors to learn more about various types of benefits and resources. The meeting happens every 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1pm. Come join us for lunch and stay to listen to guest speakers. Golden Eagle Challenge: the Elder Center and the Recreation Center is partnering to offer our seniors exercise programming. You will receive a punch card for every Rec Center visit and be rewarded at certain intervals of participation, which also leads to winning the grand prize at the end of the year. What a great way to stay healthy, socialize and engage with members of the community and staff. Sr. Olympics: Another way to stay fit, connect with friends and relatives by participating. Many events are offered throughout the year, such as: Practice Dates to learn a sport/event or hone your skills in your area of sport interest: Local Games and/or All Indian Game Daycompete with other tribal communities; State Games compete with Seniors across the State of NM; and when you are at the top of your game represent the POI at the National Games. For more information contact Katrina Transcosa, Activities Coordinator at (505) 869-9770 Page 26 Isleta Pueblo News May 2023 May 2023 Isleta Pueblo News Page 27 As the days get longer, it is nice to have the Sun shining later into the evening to keep our days brighter. We would like to send out a huge “thank you” to everyone that helped us during the passing of Ouray “Shatuh” Garcia, he was our Beloved Son, Brother, & Nephew; but most of all He was the greatest Uncle to his nieces & nephew! He was one Amazing Tata to his son Ander. He will truly be remembered by his handsome smile & beautiful heart. He is greatly missed by us all. We want to thank our Governor Max Zuni & his staff, Isleta Police Department, Isleta EMS Department, & all POI Tribal workers that gave their lending hand during our time of need. Another huge Thank you to all our family, friends, & Ouray’s friends that were there to give their condolences, give a helping hand & most of all give your prayers to help us stay strong during our great loss. There is no way we could have done this without each of you. Our prayers to our Creator to guide & keep you Safe, Happy, & Healthy. With Love & Great Appreciation, Tata Erwin Garcia & Family. Our Sincere Thanks Your words have comforted us, Family and community support strengthened us, And everyone’s love has sustained us. has We extend our deepest appreciation to our family and community for your kindness during our greatest sadness. We appreciate it more than words can express and it will always be greatly remembered. The Family of Ruth Juancho 15 November 1924 – 7 February 2023 Isleta Pueblo News Editor: Nathaniel Lujan Asst. Editor: Diane Abeita Published By: Valencia Express Page 28 Isleta Pueblo News May 2023 --- Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Apueblo_isleta%3A100a537d382f17c4. Public record. Not legal advice.