# Pueblo of Isleta website: www.isletapueblo.com (2019) > Briefs, arguments, decisions, and more. URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Apueblo_isleta%3A3833f324685b672e ## Record - **Collection:** Tribal code - **Document type:** Tribal code ## Text Volume 14 Issue 9 Isleta Pueblo News Pueblo of Isleta website: www.isletapueblo.com September 2019 Governor’s Report Ma Gu Wam, Thank you to everyone who came out to the Community Meeting on August 17th. I realize that there were several events going on here at the pueblo on the same date, with the Growers Market and the Mayordomos meeting, however, we appreciate your attendance at the Community Meeting. Gail Eaton, PhD, was introduced as the new Principal at Isleta Elementary School. Dr. Eaton expressed her motivation to begin new programs within the regular curriculum. Dr. Eaton especially enjoyed the cultural day they had at the school where they made baked goods in the traditional horno. She hopes to begin an afterschool program at least twice a week and to bring drama, archery, robotics and a drum club to the school. The Elders Center and the CHR/ Isleta Health Center programs gave presentations at the meeting informing the community of program changes they have made with regards to transportation services. The CHR Program will be focusing on providing transportation to the elderly primarily with medical appointment needs. The CHR Program asks that you provide at least one-day notice to schedule transportation by calling (505) 869-4482 or (505) 869-4485, please leave a message if there is no answer. The Elders Center will provide transportation for shopping trips or general transportation needs, to schedule please call (505) 869-9770. Chief of Police Sylvester Stanley and Captain Darren Mallon of the Police Department reported that there are various issues which tribal members need to be concerned with for their safety. Discussion was held on telephone scammers and door to door sales. Community members are asked to report illegal activity in the neighborhood such as drug dealing, theft and other negative impacts created by drug use. It was reiterated that tribal members need to comply with the Residence Ordinance by making application by those who wish to reside within the reservation that are non-tribal members. The adoption of the Residence Ordinance and posting of No Trespassing Signs were the first moves to legally deter non-residents from being in our neighborhoods. Virginia Contreras, Benefits Coordinator of our Human Resources department was present to inform the community of the many job vacancies they are trying to fill. Ms. Contreras stressed the importance of tribal members applying for these jobs. The Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) program is administered by Natasha Jiron, HR Generalist of our Human Resources Department 505 869- 7584. The program has been a success with Tribal members entering or reentering the workforce as they work closely with the Department of Education to assist members with education through this program. We encourage tribal members to reach out to us and take advantage of the WIOA Program. Nathaniel Lujan, Librarian of the Isleta Library gave a brief history of the beginnings of the Isleta Newsletter as a community based publication. Information was provided on publication costs, cost of mailing the publication and the time required to produce the newsletter. The contents of the newsletter is information reported by the Pueblo of Isleta Programs and is not financially supported by outside entities or advertisement. I would like to thank the families that sponsored the August 28th feast and I hope you all enjoyed yourselves. Again, thank you to Joseph Jojola, Lee Ann Lucero, Mr. & Mrs. Dale Zuni, Mr. & Mrs. Michael Wade and Mr. & Mrs. Val Panteah Jr. Thank you to Fr. George and the church community which helped to make this event such a success. The September 4th feast will soon be here so please come out and enjoy a sense of community by being a part of this annual event. I sincerely want to thank Chris Natseway, Margaret Abeita and their families for volunteering to be the hosts of this year’s September feast. Thank you to everyone in support of this event. I also want to thank the Pueblo of Isleta Departments that help with many of the “behind the scenes” preparations that take place. Another community meeting is planned for October 2019, please let my office know if there are any specific topics that you would like presented and I look forward to seeing you then. Thank you. Hawoo, Max A. Zuni, Governor Page 2 Isleta Pueblo News September 2019 LETTER FROM THE EDITOR PROBATE NEWS DEADLINE for October Newsletter articles is set for Tuesday, September 17, 2019, at 4:30 pm. Articles may be dropped off at the Library or emailed to poi02002@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. FIRST NOTICE – A petition to Probate the Estate of Patrick A. Jojola, deceased July 01, 2019. Case No. CV-PR-0274-2019, has been filed with the Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Courts. Any person claiming an interest in the Estate may notify the Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Court Clerk in writing within thirty (30) days of this notice being posted. A hearing on the matter is scheduled for Wednesday, November 06, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. Claims must be filed in writing with the Isleta Tribal Court Clerk, located at the Tribal Service Complex, 3950 Hwy 47 SE, Building A, Albuquerque, NM. Any questions regarding the matter may be directed to the Isleta Tribal Court Clerk at (505) 869-9699. 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 may 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 sixteen 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 sixteen Newsletter distribution locations are: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 16) The Administration Building (Governor’s Office): Receptionist Desk Census Office: Receptionist Desk Health Center: Lobby (Newsletter Stand) Housing Department: Receptionist Desk Department of Education: Receptionist Desk New Recreation Center: Newsletter Stand Old Recreation Center: Front Desk & Breakroom (Newsletter Stand) Tribal Service Complex: Receptionist Desk Tribal Service Complex: I.P.D. Dispatch Window Tribal Service Complex: Tribal Courts Window Elders Center: Receptionist Desk & Lunch Delivery Head Start: Receptionist Desk Library: Newsletter Stand Ranchitos Park: Blue Box (see picture for example) Old Head Start Complex: Blue Box (see picture for example) Intersection of Tribal Road 82 & Tribal Road 84: Blue Box (see picture for example) SECOND NOTICE – A petition to Probate the Estate of Michelle Lujan, deceased September 12, 2018. Case No. CV-PR-0107-2018, has been filed with the Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Courts. Any person claiming an interest in the Estate may notify the Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Court Clerk in writing within thirty (30) days of this notice being posted. A hearing on the matter is scheduled for Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. Claims must be filed in writing with the Isleta Tribal Court Clerk, located at the Tribal Service Complex, 3950 Hwy 47 SE, Building A, Albuquerque, NM. Any questions regarding the matter may be directed to the Isleta Tribal Court Clerk at (505) 869-9699. NAME CHANGE FIRST NOTICE that in accordance with Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Court requirements the Petitioner Bercy Bertha Mexicano has applied to the Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Courts, at the Tribal Services Complex. Bldg A, 3950 Hwy 47 SE, Albuquerque, NM 87105, for an ORDER FOR CHANGE OF NAME from Bercy Bertha Mexicano to Bertha Bercy Mexicano. Any person claiming interest in this matter may notify the Court in writing and/or attend the hearing. The hearing on this matter is scheduled for Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at 10:00 AM. Any interested parties may contact the Tribal Court Clerk with any questions at 505-869-9699. SECOND NOTICE that in accordance with Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Court requirements the Petitioner Agnes Lucille Olguin has applied to the Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Courts, at the Tribal Services Complex. Bldg A, 3950 Hwy 47 SE, Albuquerque, NM 87105, for an ORDER FOR CHANGE OF NAME from Lucille Olguin to Agnes Lucille Olguin. Any person claiming interest in this matter may notify the Court in writing and/or attend the hearing. The hearing on this matter is scheduled for Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at 1:30 PM. Any interested parties may contact the Tribal Court Clerk with any questions at 505-869-9699. CALL for APPLICANTS Any tribal member interested in serving on the following Board is encouraged to submit a Letter of Interest, along with a Resume to the Tribal Council Office, Monday – Friday 8:00am -4:30pm. • Pueblo of Isleta Health Board The deadline for submittals is no later than September 9, 2019. If you have any questions, please contact the Tribal Council Office at 505-869-9746. ISLETA HEALTH CENTER CHR DEPARTMENT The CHR Department will be transporting all individuals that need transportation to Dialysis, Physical Therapy, Medical appointments and Behavioral Health Services. To request transportation, please call the CHR Office at 869-4485, 24 hours in advance to be scheduled. The Elder Center will no longer be providing transportation to medical appointments. They will be providing other services, such as grocery shopping, Wal-Mart shopping, haircuts, bill paying, etc. The CHR staff will work with you to do the best we can in providing your transportation needs. We do have a set schedule for our Dialysis patients, but we will work around this schedule to accommodate your needs. Thank you – Frances Anchondo, CHR 505-869-4485 Isleta Pueblo News Editor: Nathaniel Lujan Asst. Editor: Diane Abeita Published By: Valencia Express September 2019 Pueblo of Isleta Veterans Association On Friday, August 2, 2019 a delegation from Zuni Pueblo came to Isleta to meet with members of our Veterans Association. Their purpose was to explore ways to design their Veterans center, which will be built by Zuni Pueblo. They heard about our association as to how we were organized and wanted ideas. They are in the early stages of getting organized. It was a very productive meeting. We wish them success in their venture towards assisting the Veterans from their Pueblo. Our Veterans Association is hosting a Health and Wellness symposium on November 8, 2019 at Isleta Resort and Casino. We will have approximately 50 heath and wellness vendors to assist Veterans from throughout the Southwest. We usually have around 600 Veterans attending. The symposium will be held only one day and is FREE to attend. We would like to extend our thanks to Christine Abeita and her community workers for their hard work cutting weeds and removing them from our Veterans Center. Their help on August 10, 2019 was well received by all of our Veterans. Important Message From The Pueblo of Isleta Environment Department Notice on vesicular stomatitis A contagious virus, vesicular stomatitis or VS, that can affect horses and cattle has been found in Sandoval County, Peralta, and Bosque Farms. Infected animals have been ordered to be quarantined by the New Mexico State Vet. VS can spread rapidly. Secondary animals are sheep, lamas, alpacas, and rarely: humans. The New Mexico Livestock Board has issued a one-page fact sheet on VS, available in this issue of the Newsletter for everyone's information. Dr. Paul Sandoval of Roadrunner Public Health, Inc., which is the pesticide company under contract to the Pueblo this year for mosquito control, assures the Pueblo that the VS virus can be managed. Sandoval says that the Pueblo's current mosquito program will help keep the virus load under control and will help in slowing the spread of the virus. Once the virus settles in an area, it will stay in the area. The virus can be contracted by directly contacting a sore on an animal; the sore would usually be on or in the mouth of the infected animal. The virus can also be transmitted through bites from the mosquito, black fly, blow fly, deer fly, biting midge, sand fly, and other vectors that are currently being researched. Sandoval said the virus will go dormant after the first freeze and will become active again in the spring when it gets warmer. Importantly, livestock owners are advised to watch your animals. If showing symptoms, the animal should be diagnosed by a veterinarian. Please contact Ruben Lucero, Environment Department Manager, at 869-9819 if you have any questions on this matter. Isleta Pueblo News Page 3 Page 4 Isleta Pueblo News September 2019 AUGUST 22, 2019 Requisition Posting Title Location Employment Posting Posting Number Status Date Status 213 Admissions/Issue Clerk BINGO 144 Banquet Server F&B CATERING & BANQUETS 297 Barback F&B SPORTS BOOK BAR 296 Barback F&B SPORTS BOOK BAR 403 Barback F&B Triple 7s 320 Bartender F&B FUN CONNECTION 295 Bartender F&B SPORTS BOOK BAR 241 Bartender(TIWA) F&B TIWA CAFE 272 Benefits Specialist HUMAN RESOURCES 285 Beverage Server F&B FLOOR BEVERAGE 171 Busser(TIWA) F&B TIWA CAFE 301 Cage Cashier CASH OPS CAGE 164 Cashier(Embers) F&B EMBERS 342 Cocktail Server F&B SPORTS BOOK BAR 160 Cook I (Employee Dining) F&B EMPLOYEE DINING 163 Cook I (Prep) F&B PREP KITCHEN 166 Cook I (TIWA) F&B TIWA CAFE 145 Cook I(Banquets) F&B CATERING & BANQUETS 147 Cook I(Chili Ristra) F&B CHILI RISTRA 151 Cook II (Prep) F&B PREP KITCHEN 154 Cook II(Chile Ristra) F&B CHILI RISTRA 153 Cook II(TIWA) F&B TIWA CAFE 221 Cook II(TIWA) F&B TIWA CAFE 211 Count Machine CASH OPS COUNT Technician 264 Count Member CASH OPS COUNT 384 Count Member CASH OPS COUNT 300 Custodian CUSTODIAL 159 EDR Attendant F&B EMPLOYEE DINING 269 Electrician II FACILITIES MAINTENANCE 281 Employee Relations HUMAN RESOURCES Specialist 155 Food Attendant F&B CHILI RISTRA 156 Food Attendant F&B CHILI RISTRA (Beverage) Chili Ristra 143 Food Attendant F&B DAUBERS GRILL (Beverage) Daubers 305 Front Desk Agent HOTEL FRONT DESK 282 Greenkeeper GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE 191 Guest Service MARKETING PLAYERS CLUB Representative 287 Guest Service Supervisor MARKETING PLAYERS CLUB 172 HDC Specialist F&B UTILITY KITCHEN 381 HDCT CUSTODIAL 182 Head Golf Pro GOLF COURSE OPERATIONS 185 Hotel HDC Technician HOTEL HOUSEKEEPING 209 Hotel PM Technician HOTEL HOUSEKEEPING 186 Houseperson HOTEL HOUSEKEEPING 175 HVAC TECH II FACILITIES MAINTENANCE 284 Irrigation Technician GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE 299 Lakes Groundskeeper LAKES 176 Landscape Supervisor GROUNDS MAINTENANCE 184 Laundry Attendant HOTEL HOUSEKEEPING 383 Lead Steward F&B UTILITY 319 Lieutenant SECURITY 187 Lobby Porter HOTEL HOUSEKEEPING 302 Main Banker CASH OPS CAGE 190 Network Administrator MIS (IT) 317 Night Agent HOTEL FRONT DESK 162 Off-Site Attendant F&B FUN CONNECTION 290 Outside Service GOLF COURSE OPERATIONS 286 Paymaster BINGO 268 Plumber II FACILITIES MAINTENANCE 309 Poker Dealer POKER 311 Poker Dealer POKER 178 Recreation Attendant FUN CONNECTION 161 Restaurant Chef F&B EMPLOYEE DINING (Employee Dining) 382 Retail Attendant RETAIL ENCHANTMENT 263 Retail Attendant RETAIL ENCHANTMENT 188 Room Attendant HOTEL HOUSEKEEPING 189 Room Inspector HOTEL HOUSEKEEPING 363 Room Inspector HOTEL HOUSEKEEPING 168 Room Service/Cashier F&B TIWA CAFE 195 Security Officer I SECURITY 196 Security Officer II SECURITY 321 Security Officer III SECURITY 304 Server F&B 777 SPORTS BAR Full-time On Call Part-time Full-time Full-time Full-time Full-time Full-time Full-time Full-time Full-time Full-time Full-time 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OPERATIONS Seasonal 08/08/2019 197 Slots Floor Attendant SLOTS OPERATIONS Full-time 08/01/2019 267 Slots Floor Attendant SLOTS OPERATIONS Part-time 08/01/2019 198 Slots Floor Technician SLOTS OPERATIONS Full-time 08/01/2019 266 Slots Shift Supervisor SLOTS OPERATIONS Full-time 08/01/2019 265 Slots Shift Supervisor (PW) PALACE WEST Full-time 08/01/2019 274 Spa Attendant SPA SALON Full-time 08/01/2019 205 Spa Supervisor SPA SALON Full-time 08/01/2019 173 Steward F&B UTILITY KITCHEN Full-time 08/01/2019 341 Steward F&B UTILITY KITCHEN Full-time 08/09/2019 405 Supervisor F&B F&B TRIPLE 7S Full-time 08/21/2019 298 Supervisor F & B F&B SPORTS BOOK BAR Full-time 08/02/2019 308 Surveillance Agent SURVEILLANCE Full-time 08/07/2019 200 Table Games Dealer TABLE GAMES Part-time 08/01/2019 202 Valet Attendant HOTEL GUEST SERVICE Full-time 08/01/2019 Open until filled Open until filled Open until filled Open until filled Open until filled Open until filled Open until filled Open until filled Open 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Center Open Until Filled OUTREACH MANAGER Elder Center Within Only 08/30/2019 PAINTER - REPOSTED Housing Authority Open Until Filled PERSONAL CARE SERVICE AIDE (Occasional) Elder Center Continuously Accepting Applications PHYSICIAN Health Center Open Until Filled PHYSICAL THERAPIST -REPOSTED Health Center Open Until Filled POLICE OFFICER or POLICE CADET Police Department Open Until Filled VETERAN SUPPORT SERVICE PROGRAM MEMBER Elder Center Open Until Filled ISLETA POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWSLETTER To the members of the community who attended our First Annual National Night Out THANK YOU! We had to make a quick adjustment due to Mother Nature bringing in winds and stormy weather as we started outdoors. But the transition to inside the Recreation Center was done quickly and smoothly. A fun time was had by all and many thanks to ALL the departments who helped to make this a success. Kenny Thomas was also present, UNM basketball player who sponsors a basketball camp for youth annually. Members of the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Department were in attendance as was Lucy Lobo! The Isleta Police Department feels this event was a huge success and we look forward to start planning next year’s event. NEVADA POLICE & FIRE OLYMPICS The Isleta Police Department sent a team to the Nevada Police and Fire Games this year and we had one person who came home with GOLD! Congratulations to Silas Thornton for his first place win in weightlifting and receiving an invitation to attend Nationals! Great job sir! to Mrs. Stanley, her team and her doubles partner! Summer vacation is over and the children are back in school. Bus routes are in full swing and Isleta Police Department will be out checking bus zones and school zones. Please obey flashing ambers and speed limits on Sagebrush, the Elementary School and ALL bus zones. The bowling team missed a bronze medal by 43 pins, but Rosemary Stanley, Chief Stanley’s wife, representing the department came home with medals for their team play (bronze) and doubles (silver). Congratulations Labor Day Weekend is just around the corner and a reminder to all not to Drink and Drive or Text and Drive. This is a busy weekend and law enforcement statewide will be out in force so we ask all who travel this weekend be safe, courteous, and defensive drivers. Page 6 Isleta Pueblo News September 2019 ISLETA YOUTH COMPETES IN USSSA ALL-AMERICAN GAMES LOS LUNAS NATIVE AMERICAN LIAISON Leonard Abeita, son of Jeremy and AuDrena Abeita, tried out as a Pitcher / Catcher for the All American games in Rio Rancho, NM on June 06, 2019. He was chosen as one of four direct selects to represent the Midwest region. Hello to you all, I am Michael Valdez, or some may know me as Buzzy. I wanted to introduce myself as the NEW Native American Liaison for the Los Lunas Schools. I will have the privilege to work with all Native American students at the middle school level. This is something that has been missing at Los Lunas Schools and now I have the opportunity to get this started. Leonard played at the USSSA Space Coast Complex Stadium in Viera, Florida the week of July 27th – August 3rd. He was on the 9U Midwest American team. His team placed 4th in the tournament and 7th overall between the National and American teams in his division. He was also able to have an athletic assessment completed by the Major League Baseball Player Association. Leonard was very proud to be representing the Pueblo of Isleta. Leonard and his family would like to thank everyone who helped with fundraising and donations. Department of Education Fall is around the corner, leaves will be changing color and students are back to school. The programs under the Department of Eduction are working hard to meet the needs of our students and the community. We have wonderful tutoring programs under the Johnson O’Malley Program, family events, training, and school supplies. Our Scholarship Program is feverishly working on getting all of the funding out to students attending Universities throughout the United States. The Adult Ed. Program is here to meet the needs of young adults 16 years old and over who may need tutoring services and are working toward getting their GED. The Tiwa Language Teachers at present are located at the Isleta Elementary School and serve the Los Lunas School District, Valencia High School, Isleta Head Start as well as the Native American School District (NACA). We will be hosting a back to school Open House on Wednesday, September 18th from 5:00 – 7:00. Each of the programs will be sharing highlights of their program, we will have information on signing up for the evening language program, and attending an evening Sociology class two days a week from 3:30 – 5:30 for high school students, college students or community members. This class is a core class at the University level and you will be receiving 3 college credit hours from U.N.M./Valencia once completed. This class will only be a pilot class to see if there is a need to offer evening university classes at the Department of Education. I do apologize as this position is only with Los Lunas Schools and does not go out further to other school districts. We still do have a high school Native American Liaison, which is Ben Analla. Mr. Analla oversees Los Lunas, Valencia, and Century High Schools. Mr. Analla and I will both be working together to help our native students. I am a proud member of the Pueblo of lsleta and after attending a couple of school assemblies it goes to show that some of students already know me (thank you guys for the great applause when I was introduced. I know you know who you are, I just hope you are reading this.) With this said, I am here to support your child's academic goals as well as supporting families. I will be monitoring grades, attendance, and behavior. I will be working closely with school staff, as well as the Pueblo of Isleta Johnson-O'Malley Program, Truancy Department, and other outside resources as needed. Also as family and community members, we need to help strengthen the educational goals for our children. We need to let our children know that we are there for them and in hopes of doing so we can teach them to return the favor as well. I will be at Valencia Middle School on Monday and Tuesday. Los Lunas Middle School on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. This is to balance the work load for each site as Valencia has over 30 native students and Los Lunas has over 100 native students, I will make myself available to the best of my ability. Don't hesitate to call me, visit me, or even stop in to see me. You are all more than welcome to do so. Yes, this does include coming into your child’s school, but another cool tool to have and use is “Parent Portal”. Please make sure that you are signed up for this and that you have your notifications on as well. This is like having your child's teacher in an app. This app tells you everything, grades, attendance, and a great way to communicate with your child's teachers. Thank you Michael "Buzzy" Valdez LLS Native American Liaison Valencia Middle School 505-865-1750 (Mon & Tue) Los Lunas Middle School 505-865-7273 (Wed, Thurs, & Fri) September 2019 Isleta Pueblo News Page 7 PUEBLO OF ISLETA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Upcoming Dates: We’re off to a great start at the Elementary School! Our staff had a week of Professional Development, which included academic inservices, as well as a full day of first aid and CPR training. There will be no school on September 4, due to Traditional Activities. Our Science/Planetarium Night is September 17. We will have telescopes available. The Planetarium is coming, and Hands-On Science activities are through Explora. Come at 4:15 for dinner. Activities are from 5:00-7:00. Our students started on August 12th and are excited about the new school year! On August 14th, 15th, and 16th, our Tiwa teachers, Patricia Jiron and Kaloots Lucero, along with Loretta Orozco (bus driver), led three wonderful days of cultural activities for our students and staff by baking bread, pies, and cookies in the horna. Marcella Zuni (parent), and Martha Lucero (grandmother) volunteered to help with the baking. Wood was provided by Ulysses Abeita, Dennis Lucero, and Natural Resources. Students watched and participated in the Tiwa teachers’ lessons and demonstrations. Thank you to all that helped in making this a truly educational and cultural experience for our students! Pueblo of Isleta Department of Education “Educational Assistance” Fund 2019 Summary Along with their academic classes, students are participating in Special Classes, which include P.E., Music, Art, Computer, and Library. Some pictures of our Music Class are featured in this month’s Newsletter. The Pueblo of Isleta recognizes the need to provide families with supplemental funding to assist their child/children in their education. Through the Department of Education, specific guidelines have been developed to assist qualifying tribal members striving to reach high levels of district, local and state academic standards. These guidelines are used to provide monetary support to students and adults in need of educational assistance. 26 applicants 24 – In Priority C (Private Institutions) 2 students at Canon Christian Academy 1 student at Calvary Christian Academy 2 students at Christ Lutheran 1 student at Hope Christian 7 students at Holy Ghost School 1 student at Menaul Schools 2 students at Our Lady of Fatima 4 students at St. Mary’s Schools 4 students at St. Pius X 1 In Priority D (Extra-Curricular activities Chess, band, sports, science fair, etc.) 1 student USA Basketball Trip 1 – In Priority F (Adult Education Special interest, & Career Development Classes) 1 Adult attended a OSHA Training with the University of Texas at Arlington Grow Your Own Teachers The “Grow Your Own Teachers Act,” seeks to provide opportunities for educational assistants to pursue careers in teaching in New Mexico by providing scholarship opportunities for educational assistants who may want to attend a public postsecondary educational institution in New Mexico to earn a bachelor’s degree in education. The program provides for professional leave and scholarship awards to qualified educational assistants. The scholarship is intended to help defray the educational expenses charged by the institutions including tuition, fees, books and course supplies. Potential educators, please visit the web site for more information: https://hed.state.nm.us/financialaidscholarships/grow=your-own-teachers Page 8 Isleta Pueblo News September 2019 SOLID WASTE Greetings from Solid Waste. The Transfer Station is open Monday through Friday 8AM - 4:30PM, Saturday 7AM - 4PM, closed Sundays, Federal and Tribal Holidays. For your safety we may close due to high winds. No waste accepted from outside the reservation, for tribal members use only, must have a tribal member present when utilizing the facility. Please have carts out by 7AM on your scheduled collection day. Each house is provided with one trash cart and is for use at the issued house only. An extra cart may be purchased for a fee of $50. Recycle carts are for recyclables only, do not use for waste or cart will be removed. We provide the following services: • Animal Pick-up and Burial, animal must be accessible for a fee of $50. • Hauling of Waste $20 per load must be accessible and piled, tipping fee may apply. • Extra large trash cans for dinners and ceremonies only, cans are not offered for cleanups. • Mulch Delivery FREE • White Goods Pick-up these items include: washers, driers and refrigerators. Refrigerators must be empty of food. Items must be outside of home, pick-up is FREE. Thanks to all of you for participating in our curbside recycle program. Recycling is very important to our Earth and our community. Recycling keeps our cost down at the landfill by diverting recyclable items out of our waste stream. There is a drop off station located at the post office to serve our village residents. The drop off location is for recyclables only. All trash must be hauled to the Transfer Station. Keep up the good work and remember the following items may be dropped off at the Transfer Station for recycling: Trash Route / Recycle Collection Days Monday Trash Pick-up: Los Charcos, Mousetown, Lizard Flats, NM 314 area, NM 45 area Tuesday Trash Pick-up: Village Proper Wednesday Trash Pick-up: East side of River (across) Thursday Trash Pick-up: Pickle Heights, Sunset Hills Thursday Recycle Pick-up: East side of River (across) Friday Recycle Pick-up: Los Charcos, Mousetown, Lizard Flats, NM 314 area NM 45 area, Pickle Heights, Sunset Hills Isleta Pueblo News September 2019 Page 9 Environment Department News The Environment Department would like to thank the Pueblo’s Summer Internship Program. Through this program, our department was assigned Heaven Lucero. She is the daughter of Donald Lucero and Rose Lucero. Heaven is currently in her senior year at UNM, majoring in Earth and Planetary Sciences with hopes of graduating in the spring of 2020. Heaven did an outstanding job with the Pueblo’s Environmental Fair earlier this summer. She reached out to various organizations from the non-profit level to local, federal and state levels confirming their participation. She also prepared a donation request letter, which she took to businesses and received nearly $2,000 in giveaways. This photo was taken at Valle de Oro. Heaven is shown holding a Kingfisher. These two photos were taken on the Rio Grande during our monthly sample collection. Heaven Lucero is being assisted by Jasmine James, who worked alongside Clint Lente this summer with the Pueblo’s Native American Lands Environmental Mitigation Program. Another one of her assignments was Wildlife Refuge with a migratory bird conducting a water quality study on the study. She had hands on experience with Albuquerque Riverside Drain at the north setting up the nets, catching various species boundary and the Isleta Interior Drain at of birds and assisted with the banding and the 240 waste way in Los Charcos. Heaven releasing. also assisted with EPA funded activities As an intern in our department, she such as monthly sampling of the Rio Grande successfully completed the National at 7 different sites. Incident Management System training She also learned about other environmental through FEMA and also received her First challenges within our community such as Aid & CPR certification. Our department asbestos, mosquito control, illegal dumping, looks forward to keeping Heaven on board the problems that abandoned homes create with our department part-time during the and indoor air-quality. Heaven also had the school year. opportunity to assist Valle de Oro National Isleta Pueblo News Page 10 September 2019 Pueblo of Isleta Public Library School is in full effect and summer is coming to an end with the breeze of fall approaching. The smell of fresh Green Chile roasting fills the air and the State Fair and Balloon Fiesta are just around the corner. Of course we cannot forget the upcoming Feast Days and all the delicious food. The Library’s calendar is filling up fast with programs to fit the season. News The library will be closed on September 2nd and September 4th in observance of Labor Day and Isleta Feast Day. All library media checked out on August 29th and 30th will be due on September 5th. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Enjoy your Labor Day weekend and Isleta Feast Day! A staff meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 5th and we will be planning upcoming programs for children, teens, and adults. The Library will remain open during this time so don’t hesitate to come on in and check out any library material. On Monday, September 9th the Library will be hosting the Tribal Libraries retreat from 9:30pm to 3pm, please make note the library will be CLOSED during this time and we will re-open at 3:00 pm. School is back in session which means students are everywhere. With that said, the Library would like to remind you all to PLEASE be aware of flashing school zone lights and obey the School Bus Stop Sign as we have students walking, riding bikes, skate boarding and so on. The Head Start Story Time will also be starting soon so that means they will be walking to the library so keep a look out for them as well. Family Story time is back after taking a break during the summer to focus on the Summer Reading Program. Please join us every Wednesday at 10:30 am, no sign ups required so just come on in. Library Staff member Cheyenne will read a story and engage toddlers and families in an activity. This program gives the opportunity for parents and caregivers to introduce their children to reading. If you have any questions please give Cheyenne a call at the library at 505.869.9808 or by email at poi02004@isletapueblo.com The Library is now offering Video Games for check out! Games for check out include the Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and the Nintendo Switch. To check out you must have a Library card at time of check out with one game per account and no more than two per household. Games can be checked out for a total of three days and can be renewed once. As many of you heard Tara Abeita left us in August to take a position at Santa Fe Indian School. The Library staff will miss her but we wish her the best of luck with her new position at Santa Fe Indian School. Our current staff member Diane Abeita accepted the position of Library Aide II and started on August 5th. Diane has been at the Library since 2013 and is currently attending classes at UNM. The Library Education Complex will be hosting a Open House on Wednesday, September 18th starting at 5pm to 7pm. Stop by and see the different services the Education Complex has to offer, such as the Higher Education Program, Adult Education Program, Language Program, JOM and the Library. Come eat and meet the Department of Education and Library staff. Remember that the Library Educational Complex has the resources to make your school year a success. Upcoming The State Fair is just around the corner and with it only being here two short weeks. Library staff member Cheyenne will host a New Mexico State Fair Food Program. This will give participants who may have missed out on the State Fair a second chance to enjoy and make some yummy and unique State Fair treats. Join us in making your very own State Fair Foods, which will consist of French Fry Corndog, Egg Roll Apple Pies, Churros and Elote. This program will have two sessions the first one being for adults only 18 & over on Tuesday, September 17th from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm. The second session is for teens 13 & over on Thursday, September 19th from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm. It is open to the first 6 patrons for the adult and teen sessions, so make sure and come into the library and sign up. If you have any questions regarding the program please give Cheyenne a call at the library at 505.869.9808 or by email at poi02004@ isletapueblo.com We know it’s only September but the library is already planning for Halloween festivities. Come in and see our Scary Stories book display and check out our variety of Halloween books. We have everything you need to make your spooky Halloween crafts or treats. We also have Cake Pan bags featuring skulls and pumpkin shaped pans, which are perfect for any Halloween Party. We are currently planning for our October programs, such as creepy snacks, mask decorating and a Halloween Movie Madness throughout the month of October. Keep up to date by checking out the Library website, Facebook, Snapchat, and flyers posted throughout the community as the time comes closer. Cheyenne at NACA’s Open House September 2019 Isleta Pueblo News have purchased two book carts to keep better track of what books students are reading. Also coming up in September we are planning our first incentive field trip. At this time our program is currently full however we are continuously accepting students to be put on our waiting list. If you have any questions or concerns regarding our After School Program, please give us a call at 505.869.9808. Recap The Library attended open houses at Bosque Farms Elementary on August 14th, Sundance Elementary on August 15th , and Isleta Elementary on August 26th. We drew in different audiences and promoted our services to everyone. We would like to “Thank” those who visited our booth, gave suggestions, or stopped by to receive a $5 OFF library token. We would also like to thank the schools for allowing us to promote our services to everyone. We plan on attending more open houses during the month of September so stop by and say “Hi” if you see us. Library staff members also attended National Night Out with our very own Isleta Police Department, where we promoted our library services like Overdrive, Libby and Freegal Music. People who stopped by got to see first hand how our mobile apps work by using tablets we had on hand. As a thank you for stopping by we waived or reduced library fines by showing your library card, not a bad deal. We had a great turn out for the first ever National Night Out, it was a success to say the least and we look forward to the next one. Page 11 Pueblo of Isleta Public Library Hours of Operation: After School Program students off the bus and on their way to the library. Library Hours Mon-Thurs - 8:00a.m. - 6:30p.m. Friday 8:00a.m. - 4:30p.m. Saturday - 9:00a.m. - 1:00p.m. Closed on Sundays, all federally recognized Holidays and also Isleta traditional Holidays. Please contact library for more information on closures. Phone: 505-869-9808 Fax: 505-869-8119 Email: poi02002@isletapueblo.com Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/IsletaPuebloLibrary Web Address: www.isletapueblo.com/library2.html Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/poilib Reading, homework and Legos! Bosque Farms Elementary. We currently have 25 students enrolled in our program with transportation to the library after school provided for Bosque Farms Elementary students. As you may have noticed we have made a few changes to our Library staff members promoting services program. We will now be focusing more at National Night Out! on reading with reading based programs We’re off to a great start with our After and activities to engage our students. We School Program with students from Isleta have put in place a reading log bookmark Elementary, Sundance Elementary and to keep track of students’ reading, and Snapchat: poipubliclib Library Youtube Channel (Scan this code with your smart phone.) Page 12 Isleta Pueblo News September 2019 ISLETA HEALTH BOARD PUEBLO OF ISLETA The Isleta Health Board is currently seeking interested individuals who are willing to serve on the Health Board as Board members in the advocacy of improving the health and wellbeing of all the Pueblo of Isleta community members and their families who acquire health services from the Isleta Health Center. Interested individuals who are willing to serve in this capacity should submit their interest to the Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Council for their consideration and recommendation to the following address: Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Council PO Box 1270 Isleta, New Mexico 87022 A brief resume should accompany an individual’s interest in serving on the Health Board along with synopsis of experience in a health related field or other careers relevant to health related concerns. Thank You. September 2019 Isleta Health Center Phone: 505.869.5475 The Ripple Effect Isleta Pueblo News Page 13 Summer Fun with the IBHS Prevention Program This summer was the Isleta Behavioral Health Clinic’s seventh year to offer the Isleta Youth Prevention Program! The program hosts a wide array of groups to include Prevention Programs for the youth. “Just as ripples spread out when a single pebble is dropped into water, the actions of individuals can have far-reaching effects.” Dalai Lama The impact or ripple effect of any chronic illness is great! According to science, chronic illness or diseases (such as addiction and/or diabetes) disrupt The Isleta Behavioral Health Clinic youth program consists of four components: the normal, healthy functioning of the underlying • Education and Awareness organ, have serious harmful consequences, are • Community Service preventable, treatable, and if left untreated can • Outdoor Experiential Learning cause more serious damage. • Culture and Traditions An example of a better-understood chronic disease is diabetes. With diabetes, if insulin is not Education and Awareness is concentrated on mental health during all the present the glucose or sugar levels rise. Common summer activities. treatments for diabetes include medications, exercise, and diet. With diabetes, certain foods Community Service – The youth performed yard work once a week for the elders can cause sugar to increase. Diabetes has an while also making lunch for everyone to enjoy. Through this activity, the youth impact on the normal functioning of a person and learned some valuable lessons taught by the elders and took on a new form of when left untreated causes a ripple effect on the respect for valuing the customs of their heritage as well as for other individuals, emotional and mental health of the individual and generations, and culture of the Isleta community. families. Outdoor Experiential Learning – Included a trip to Valle de Oro National Like diabetes, alcoholism/addiction is primarily a Wildlife Refuge, ropes course training in Santa Fe, and river rafting in Chama. physical disease that is chronic in nature. Addiction These activities are important for reconnecting to the natural world, attaining as well as diabetes is a function of biological group development, and recognizing individual strengths that foster motivation features that involves chemical imbalances in the for change and growth. brain and genetics. Culture and Traditions – The youth engaged in cultural arts with choices of Alcohol, heroin, cocaine, methamphetamines, learning how to sew traditional clothing, make moccasins, or bead. ecstasy, pain pills, spice, and marijuana abuse are far too common. We hear about the impact of Each activity provided a challenge for the youth while also teaching valuable life alcoholism/addiction almost every day on the news lessons and new skills from the experiential learning component. This component and social media. The loss of a friend or loved one helps the youth realize that they are responsible for their choices while also teaching due to this epidemic highlights the ripple effect new skills and increasing their confidence. It has been a great summer filled with of untreated illnesses that ultimately results so much knowledge and fun! The youth learned from the staff, the staff learned in harmful consequences for the individual, the from the youth and the time spent together was valuable and made the summer memorable for everyone involved. The Isleta Behavioral Health Clinic would like family, and the community. It is important to understand what addiction is to announce and welcome the newest member to our staff – Ms. Karlene Montano! and what it is not in order to begin the healing Our Fall After-School Program will begin at the end of August and Kory, Kaylee, process. Others often view the alcoholic/addict as and Karlene look forward to sharing more knowledge with the youth. someone with no moral values, weak, and without If you would like to register for the After-School Youth Program will power. Remember, addiction is a physical or please call the Isleta Behavioral Health Clinic at 505-869-5475. biological disease that is chronic in nature and when left untreated has a negative ripple effect. If you are interested in learning more about the science of addiction, please call. Gilbert Romero, MS, LADAC Kory Kie, BS, LSAA WHAT DOES 20/20 Vision Mean? 20/20: Is a term used to express normal visual acuity measured at a distance of 20 feet. If you have 20/20 vision,- you can see clearly at 20 feet what should be normally seen at that distance. If you have 20/40 it means that you must be as close as 20 feet to see what a person with normal vision can see at 40 feet. WIC NOTES Cavity Keep Away Dental health is important for everyone, including pregnant women and infants. Did you know you can catch a cavity? Cavities are made by germs in our mouth that feed on the sugar we eat. The germs can pass from person to person through spit. Keep the mouth germs away and you’ll keep the cavities away! Having 20/20 vision does not necessarily mean you have perfect vision. 20/20 Vision only indicates the sharpness or clarity of vision at a distance. Other important vision skills, including peripheral awareness or side vision, eye coordination, depth perception, focusing ability and color vision, contribute to your overall visual ability. Here are a few ideas to keep those cavity causing germs away. √ Visit your dentist during pregnancy. Dental treatment is safe. √ Wipe baby’s gums twice a day, in the morning and right before bed. √ Clean pacifier and bottle with soap and water, not spit. √ Give only water in the bottle at bedtime. √ First tooth-> baby gets her own toothbrush. √ Only use a dab (the size of a grain of rice) of fluoride toothpaste every time you brush your baby’s teeth. √ Take baby to dentist before his first birthday. √ Each family member uses his or her own toothbrush, spoon, fork and cup. √ Choose gum or mints that have Xylitol (Zy-lih-tall) in them. √ Health foods help keep cavities away. -American Optometric Association (Adapted from cda foundation) WIC Nutrition Page 14 Isleta Pueblo News September 2019 Health Beat: Distracted Driving Stephanie Barela, Health Educator www.nsc.org Phone: 505-869-4479 Distracted Driving is the “practice of driving a motor vehicle while engaged in another activity, typically one that involves the use of a mobile phone or other electronic device”. I am sure you have seen people on their phones while you are driving down the road, maybe you were actually one of those people. Well this is the month that we should all PUT DOWN OUR PHONES and focus on the road. According to the nsc.org/ JustDrive, “Thousands have died in vehicle crashes because drivers are distracted by cell phone conversations, emails, text messaging and social media.” Nearly all crashes can be prevented, because according to the National Safety Council (NSC), 94% of all crashes are caused by driver error. Below are some tips from the NSC to keep your eyes on the road, hands on the wheel and your mind on the drive. 1. Turn off your Cell Phone! There is NO safe way to make a call while driving—not even hands free. 2. Send and Receive text messages BEFORE you start driving. 3. If your drive is long, schedule breaks to stop, park safely and respond to messages. 4. Take care of communications before you start driving, using voice features on your car’s infotainment system is also distracting. 5. Know where you are going before you leave. Put your destination into your GPS, so you don’t have to touch it on the road. 6. Social media can wait. No update, tweet or video is worth your life. 7. Park in a safe area if you must take a call, return a text or check email. 8. Do not call or text family if you know they are driving. Important facts from the National Safety Council: • Distraction leads to driver error • 7% of all drivers at any given time are using their phones while driving • Drivers talking on phones (hand-held and hands-free) miss seeing up to 50% of what is around them, including: • Other drivers • Pedestrians • Bicyclists BEFORE YOU START YOUR CAR, TURN OFF YOUR PHONE AND JUST DRIVE September 2019 ISLETA RESORT & CASINO Isleta Resort & Casino wants you to join their ranks. The Resort is making a diligent effort to ensure employment opportunities are available for Pueblo of Isleta tribal members. An August Job Fair resulted in a productive turnout, and the Resort remains committed to holding continuous Job Fairs within the Pueblo of Isleta throughout the year. Interested applicants are encouraged to visit www.isleta.com for job postings and information. Many of those positions are for the Resort’s new Food Court, which opened in front of an eager and excited crowd in August. Diners can now enjoy Panda Express, Fatburger, and the all-new Chile Ristra. The property also celebrated the opening of its temporary Sports Book location in August, where they’re taking wagers on local sports, Pro Baseball, Pro Football Regular Season Win Totals, English Premiere League, UFC, WNBA, PGA Golf, NASCAR, and more! So far, the Resort says the response from guests has been tremendous. “Our patrons have expressed their excitement and gratitude for the new venue, which affords them the chances to bet on their favorite teams,” said Isleta Resort & Casino CEO Harold Baugus. Sports Book is open for wagers 7 days a week: Monday – Thursday, 8am – 10pm, and Friday – Sunday, 7am – 11am. The Resort will open its permanent Sports Book later this year. Tips for Night Driving From the Isleta Health Center’s Optometry Clinic 1. Never wear tinted lenses while driving at night – So called night driving lenses with any amount of tint or polarization only reduce the already limited amount of light available to your eyes making driving more hazardous. 2. Wear lenses with Anti Reflective (AR) coating – AR coatings minimize distracting internal lens reflections which can be significantly more noticeable at night. 3. Have regular eye exams and ensure your eyewear prescription is up to date – Even slightly uncorrected refractive errors can make night time driving more difficult. 4. Make sure your corrective lenses are clean – Dirty lenses can limit your view and induce glare. 5. Make sure your windshield is clean – As with corrective lenses, dirty windshields will also limit your view and induce glare. 6. Make sure your head lights are clean and properly aligned – Dirty headlights can reduce efficacy by 75%. Isleta Pueblo News Page 15 Page 16 Isleta Pueblo News September 2019 Health Beat: Heart Disease Stephanie Barela, Health Educator www.CDC.gov www.webmd.com www.goredforwomen.org Phone: 505-869-4479 HEART DISEASE AWARENESS Heart Disease, also known as cardiovascular disease, is the leading cause of death in the world and accounts for one in three deaths among women each year and more than ½ of the deaths in men. Here are things we can do to LOWER our Risk of Heart Disease: QUIT SMOKING COMMERCIAL TOBACCO. Contact Stephanie Barela (869-4479) to learn about the Isleta Health Center’s quit smoking programs. EAT HEALTHY. Eat more • • • • • Healthy fats, such as raw nuts, olive oil, fish oils, flax seeds, or avocados Colorful fruits and vegetables—fresh or frozen, prepared without butter High-fiber cereals, breads, and pasta made from whole grains or legumes High-quality protein, such as fish, poultry, and lean meats Organic dairy such as eggs, skim or whole milk, or unsweetened yogurt Eat less • • • • • Trans fats from partially hydrogenated or deep-fried foods; saturated fats from fried food, fast food, and snack foods Packaged foods, especially those high in sodium and sugar White or egg breads, sugary cereals, refined pastas or rice Processed meat such as bacon, sausage, salami, and fried chicken Yogurt with added sugar, processed cheese GET ACTIVE Get moving and increase your heart rate. Try for 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week. MANAGE YOUR STRESS o Deep Breath o Take a Break o Exercise o Write in a Journal o Talk to someone (Friends/Family) o Make an appointment with Isleta Behavioral Health (505-869-5475) KNOW YOUR NUMBERS BLOOD PRESSURE • Keep it below 120/80. BLOOD SUGAR • Keep it below 6% (100mg). BLOOD CHOLESTEROL • LDL is “bad” Cholesterol--Keep it less than 100mg. • HDL is “good” Cholesterol--Keep it higher than 60mg. • Triglycerides--Less than 150mg. BODY WEIGHT • Keep your Body Mass Index between 18.6 and 24.9. September 2019 Isleta Health Board Procedure for Consideration of Inclusion on Agenda An individual or representative(s) of an organization desiring placement on a Health Board meeting agenda shall adhere to the following process: 1. Contact the Chairperson of the Board or Chief Executive Officer of the POI Health Services Department and provide the following information : a. Name, organization and contact information b. The subject/topic for inclusion on the agenda c. The nature of the item and/or action desired (e.g. informational only, resolution of support, etc.) d. Any time sensitive deadlines related to item c (above) e. The approximate time needed to present the item. f. A copy of any materials which will be presented. 2. Each of the above elements need to be addressed. 3. Only items relevant to the health of the Pueblo community will be considered. 4. The Chairperson of the Board or the CEO will contact the presenter to inform them if they will be placed on the agenda, and if so, when (date and time). 5. Any materials must be provided in sufficient quantity for all meeting participants (generally 13 copies), in advance if possible . 6. The presenter will be present only for their presentation. The Board reserves the right to discuss any proposed action with or without the presenter present. 7. The Chairperson or CEO will inform the presenter of any action taken. Adopted: December 13, 2010 Optometry Services Patients in need of Optometry Services: Due to the Optometrist vacancy the IHC Optometry Department and PRC are working together to schedule Optometry services outside of the Isleta Health Center. Please be advised that services that are coordinated require an authorized referral from PRC in advance. Patients who schedule their own Optometry appointment without an authorized referral will be financially responsible for payment. Optometry Services available to IHC Patients: • • • Frame and lens selection Frame repair and adjustment Ordering glasses and contact lenses Optometry will accept prescriptions for glasses and contacts from outside providers as long as the prescription is not expired. If you have questions or concerns please contact Optometry services @869-4080 THANK YOU -Isleta Health Center Optometry Department Isleta Pueblo News Page 17 Page 18 Isleta Pueblo News September 2019 Medicare.gov How to fight Medicare fraud & protect your identity Now's a great time to brush up on your Medicare rights and protections, and take action to protect your identity. Here are 3 things to do: 1. Protect your identity. Identity theft happens when someone uses your personal information without your consent to commit fraud or other crimes. Guard your Medicare Number and card, and keep your Social Security Number safe. 2. Help fight Medicare fraud. Use your MyMedicare account to stay on top of your claims. If you find errors or fraud, report it to us. Don't have a MyMedicare account yet? Sign up for free at MyMedicare.gov today. 3. Know your rights. You have certain rights and protections designed to make sure you get the health care services the law says you can get. Sincerely, The Medicare Team Isleta Elder Center For more information visit Medicare.gov or please call: Pauline Lucero, Benefits & Billing Manager Monday thru Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 505-869-9770 ext. 9339 St. Augustine Parish Isleta Pueblo Ministry of Consolation MISSION STATEMENT We are a ministry of consolation at St. Augustine Parish to offer spiritual comfort and support to families who have experienced the loss of a loved one. We will continue to honor and respect our traditional teachings. OBJECTIVES: 1. To assist our spiritual leader in Christ with his duties to render pastoral care and/or services. 2. To assist families with hospitality and Christian fellowship after the liturgy and burial services when requested. 3. The bereavement group will offer informal continuing support. With Sympathy “In times of sorrow God’s quiet waters of hope and courage flow” September 2019 Isleta Pueblo News Isleta Elder Center Adult Day Services ADS July Activity Highlight: Santana from Isleta Behavioral Health, provided a hands on experience in basket weaving. Elders were able to learn how to make different shapes and sizes of baskets. Hours: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Adult Day Services (ADS) is a program for the elders of our community to come and spend the day with peers, socializing, participating in activities & enjoy delicious meals! When participants arrive for the day they enjoy a healthy breakfast followed by participating in a variety of activities such as; painting, pottery making, sewing, exercising and bingo. They then enjoy a nutritious lunch in the dining room where they get to socialize with the congregate lunch attendees. After lunch they continue with activities and have an afternoon snack before they are transported back home for the day. We also often take field trips to surrounding attractions such as museums, movie theatres or the library. Page 19 Adult Day Service participants also have numerous educational classes and presenters, such as: Tina Louise who presents on ICAN (Ideas for Cooking And Nutrition). She provides monthly information on portion size, healthy recipes and foods to avoid such as those with high sugars. Sessions also include how to read labels on food packages. Tina usually will bring us a gift to help us in the kitchen! Page 20 Isleta Pueblo News September 2019 Refined Grains A refined grain, or its product, is made by processing a natural, whole grain so that some or most of the nutrients are lost. White rice, white bread, white pasta, cream of wheat, cookies, and bowls of snap-crackleand-pop are all examples of refined grain products. Limiting refined grains is crucial for optimal health. We all need a certain amount of carbohydrates but through our addiction to refined grains and sweets we are consuming far too many. The body's storage capacity for carbohydrates is quite limited, though, so here's what happens to all the excess: they are converted, via insulin, into fat and stored in the adipose, or fatty tissue. Consequences of refined grains and sugars: Excess weight and obesity lead to heart disease and a wide variety of other diseases. But the ill effect of refined grains and sugars does not end there. They suppress the immune system, contributing to allergies, and they are responsible for a host of digestive disorders. They contribute to depression, and their excess consumption is, in fact, associated with many of the chronic diseases in our nation, such as cancer and diabetes. A high insulin level in the body also leads to osteoporosis. Calcium will not absorb if the body has a high insulin level. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, chances are very good that the excess carbohydrates in your body are, in part or whole, to blame: • • • Excess weight • Depression • Low blood sugar Fatigue and frequent sleepiness • High triglycerides Brain fogginess • Bloating • High blood pressure Safe Grains: The best grains include brown rice, quinoa, buckwheat, millet, corn, amaranth, and whole wheat products. Soaking brown rice overnight improves absorption of the vitamins and minerals up to 75%. Recipe: Kale with Brown Rice Ingredients ►3 t. oil or butter ►1 C kale or spinach (fresh) ►1 t salt ►1/8 t pepper ►2 boiled eggs ►2 C cooked brown rice (regular) Directions 1. Soak brown rice overnight or for 8 hours. Prepare brown rice as indicated on package directions. 2. Place two eggs in boiling water for 10 minutes. 3. Chop kale and sauté in oil or butter for 3 minutes. Stir in salt and pepper and reduce heat. 4. Put cooked rice on serving platter and top with sautéed kale and sliced boiled eggs. WIC Nutrition Prevention is the Key to Staying Healthy 1. Wash Hands Often with Soap and Warm Water. 2. Cough into your hand, elbow, or tissue, not toward another person. 3. If you have flu-like symptoms, stay home until at least 24 hours after your fever is gone (without fever-reducing medicines). 4. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. 5.Avoid contact with sick people September 2019 Isleta Pueblo News Page 21 Isleta Pueblo News Page 22 Join us for a educational class and learn more about diabetes including: ● Identify Low and High Blood Sugar Symptoms ● Diabetes and Exercise ● Diabetes and Healthy Snacking ● Diabetes and Complications Thursday, Sept. 12, 2019 5:00pm-6:00pm Location-Training Center The Training Center is located West of the Clinic, North of the Wellness Center Sponsored by Isleta Diabetes Prevention Program Total Body Health HOW do you REDUCE YOUR RISK FOR A STROKE: Take steps to control certain Chronic Conditions (high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity) ► Quit Smoking! Call 869-4479 to sign up for Freedom From Smoking or Thinking About Quitting. ► Eat Healthier! Call 869-4093 to speak with the Nutritionist. ► Get Active! Call 869-4595 to sign up for the Diabetes programs or go to the Isleta Rec. ► Manage Your Chronic Disease! Call 869-4479 to sign up for the MYCD 6 Session program Starting 2/24/2016. ► Limit your Alcohol Intake! Call 869-5475 to help manage your drinking. September 2019 September 2019 Isleta Pueblo News Page 23 Community Health Representatives (CHR) Transportation and Medication Guidelines PATIENTS WILL NEED: • 24 hour advance notice is required for all transportation needs. • A Transportation Form must be filled out and kept in our files for one year. • No same day call in requests are honored, due to scheduling of patients with a 24 hour call in notice. • If you feel you have an emergency please call 911. • Transportation is provided for Medical, Physical Therapy, Behavioral Health and Dialysis appointments. • Wheel chair patients must ensure that they have an aide to assist them with their appointment or they cannot be transported. Drivers are not responsible to sign patients in to their appointments or fill out any paperwork. Patients are picked up and dropped off at their assigned address. No last minute changes can be made due to the set schedule patients. A Medication Form must be filled out and kept in our files for one year. Medication delivery requires a 24 hour advance notice. Medications are delivered only from Isleta Health Center Pharmacy. Medications are delivered only to patients that are homebound, elderly or can not drive. Patients requesting medication delivery must be home at time of delivery, due to required signature, medications cannot be left with anyone other than the patient. No one under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be transported. No smoking, Drinking or Eating is allowed in vans. Pick up and drop off is only at specified home address, an estimated pick up and return time will be given to you. If you are scheduled for a pick up by CHR, driver’s times may vary due to other scheduled patients. Drivers will not stop patients at Smoke Shop, Grocery Stores, Casinos, etc. If you are a no call, no show three times, your transportation privileges will be suspended. If you are a no show for pick-up or medication the driver will leave a Door Hanger with the time and date that they were there. Please call the office if you cancel your appointment or will not be home for medication delivery. You can call and leave a message on our answering machine at any time. You must be ready for your pick up when the CHR van drivers arrive for your scheduled transport. This is to ensure that you and all other patients will be on time for the scheduled appointments. The drivers are allowed to wait ONLY 8 MINUTES for your pick up. All clients and patient must show respect to all drivers. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • CHR Office Hours: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Office phone number: 869-4485 Isleta Health Center: 869-3200 Due to other patient’s appointments/transports there may be a wait time. Isleta Pueblo News Page 24 MONDAY 1 2 TUESDAY 3 4 DM Clinic w/Medical: 8:30-12pm DM Clinic w/Medical: 8:30-12 pm Bringing Peace to Relationships: 11:3012:30pm @ BHS Another Recovery Technique (ART); 13:30pm @BHS Pueblo Men Rising Group: 2-3:30pm @BHS Youth Power Source: 4:30-6:30 @BHS Iron Eagle: Open Gym: 5:30-7:30 @DPP 7/8 9 Podiatry Clinic: 8:00-4:30 pm Early Recovery Skills: 9-10am @ BHS. Another Recovery Technique - 10-11am @BHS Nurturing Parenting Group: 1-3pm @BHS Youth Life Skills 4:30-6:30pm @BHS Eagle HIIT:- Week 7: 5:30-7pm @DPP Wellness 14/15 16 Podiatry Clinic: 12:00-4:30 pm Early Recovery Skills: 9-10am @ BHS. Another Recovery Technique - 10-11am @BHS Nurturing Parenting Group: 1-3pm @BHS Youth Life Skills 4:30-6:30pm @BHS Eagle HIIT:- Week 8: 5:30-7pm @DPP Wellness 21/22 23 Podiatry Clinic: 8:00-4:30 pm Early Recovery Skills: 9-10am @ BHS. Another Recovery Technique - 10-11am @BHS Nurturing Parenting Group: 1-3pm @BHS Youth Life Skills 4:30-6:30pm @BHS Eagle HIIT:- Week 9: 5:30-7pm @DPP Wellness 28/29 30 Podiatry Clinic: 12:30-4:30 pm Early Recovery Skills: 9-10am @ BHS. Another Recovery Technique - 10-11am @BHS Nurturing Parenting Group: 1-3pm @BHS Youth Life Skills 4:30-6:30pm @BHS Eagle HIIT:- Week 10: 5:30-7pm @DPP Wellness WEDNESDAY 10 DM Clinic w/Medical: 8:30-12pm Bringing Peace to Relationships: 11:3012:30pm @ BHS Another Recovery Technique (ART): 13:30pm @ BHS. Pueblo Men Rising Group: 2-3:30pm @BHS Youth Power Source: 4:30-6:30 @BHS Iron Eagle: Open Gym: 5:30-7:30 @DPP Wellness 17 DM Clinic w/Medical: 8:30-12pm Bringing Peace to Relationships: 11:3012:30pm @ BHS Another Recovery Technique (ART): 13:30pm @ BHS. Pueblo Men Rising Group: 2-3:30pm @BHS Youth Power Source: 4:30-6:30 @BHS Iron Eagle Open Gym: 5:30-7:30 @DPP Wellness 24 DM Clinic w/Medical: 8:30-12pm Bringing Peace to Relationships: 11:3012:30pm @ BHS Another Recovery Technique (ART): 13:30pm @ BHS. Pueblo Men Rising Group: 2-3:30pm @BHS Youth Power Source: 4:30-6:30 @BHS Iron Eagle Open Gym: 5:30-7:30 @DPP Wellness Youth Group ICAP: 4:30-6:30pm @BHS Eagle HIIT:- Week 6: 5:30-7pm @DPP Wellness Wellbriety Group: 6-7:30pm @BHS 11 DM Clinic w/Medical: 8:30-12 pm September 2019 THURSDAY 5 FRIDAY 6 DM Clinic w/Medical: 8:30-12pm Early Recovery Skills: 9-10am@ Podiatry Clinic: 8:00-4:30pm BHS. Iron Eagle: Open Gym: 5:30Another Recovery Technique (ART): 7:30pm @DPP Wellness 10-11am @ BHS. Moccasin Class: 5:30-8pm @ Group Therapy: 11am-12:00pm IHC Training Center @BHS Sewing Class: 5:30-8pm @ IHC Recovery Technique (ART): CLINIC Training CenterOPENS AT 9:50am Another 1-3:30pm @ BHS CLINIC OPENS AT 9:50am 12 13 CLINIC OPENS AT 9:50am DM Clinic w/Medical: 8:30-12pm Podiatry Clinic: 8:00-4:30pm Early Recovery Skills: 9-10am@ BHS. Eagle HIIT:- Week 7: 5:30-7pm @DPP Wellness Diabetes Education 5:00-6:00pm @IHC Training Center Another Recovery Technique (ART): 10-11am @ BHS. Wellbriety Group: 6-7:30pm @BHS Iron Eagle Open Gym: 5:307:30pm @DPP Wellness Group Therapy: 11am-12:00pm @BHS Moccasin Class: 5:30-8pm @ CLINIC OPENS AT 9:50am Another Recovery Technique (ART): 1-3:30pm @ BHS IHC Training Center 18 19 Youth Group ICAP: 4:30-6:30pm @BHS DM Clinic w/Medical: 8:30-12 pm Youth Group ICAP: 4:30-6:30pm @BHS Eagle HIIT:- Week 8: 5:30-7pm @DPP Wellness 20 CLINIC OPENS AT 9:50am DM Clinic w/Medical: 8:30-12pm Podiatry Clinic: 8:00-4:30pm Early Recovery Skills: 9-10am@ BHS. Iron Eagle: 5:30-7:30pm @DPP Wellness Another Recovery Technique (ART): 10-11am @ BHS. Moccasin Class: 5:30-8pm @ IHC Training Center Healthy Cooking Class: 5-7pm @Health Center Kitchen Group Therapy: 11am-12:00pm @BHS SewingCLINIC Class: OPENS 5:30-8pmAT @ 9:50am IHC Another Recovery Technique (ART): Training Center 1-3:30pm @ BHS 25 26 Wellbriety Group: 6-7:30pm @BHS DM Clinic w/Medical: 8:30-12 pm Youth Group ICAP: 4:30-6:30pm @BHS Eagle HIIT:- Week 9: 5:30-7pm @DPP Wellness Wellbriety Group: 6-7:30pm @BHS 28th Annual Multi-Cultural Red Ribbon Relay Run “United We Run to Be Drug-Free” September 5-6, 2019 Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019—Isleta Recreation Center Friday, Sept. 6, 2019—Bataan Park to Fair Grounds 27 CLINIC OPENS AT 9:50am DM Clinic w/Medical: 8:30-12pm Podiatry Clinic: 8:00-4:30pm Early Recovery Skills: 9-10am@ BHS. Iron Eagle Open Gym: 5:307:30pm @DPP Wellness Another Recovery Technique (ART): 10-11am @ BHS. Moccasin Class: 5:30-8pm @ IHC Training Center Group Therapy: 11am-12:00pm CLINIC OPENS AT 9:50am@BHS Sewing Class: 5:30-8pm @ IHC Training Center Another Recovery Technique (ART): 1-3:30pm @ BHS 9/1—7, 2019—National Suicide Prevention Week 9/15—21, 2019—National Clean Hands Week --- Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Apueblo_isleta%3A3833f324685b672e. Public record. Not legal advice.