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Isleta Pueblo News
Volume 5 Issue 6
Governor’s Report
Administration congratulates our 2010
graduating high school seniors for
accomplishing their goals. We thank your
parents for supporting your efforts in
reaching your goals. As you continue your
life's journey, your choice will be to join
the workforce or continue your education.
Whatever your choice may be, we in
administration wish you the best. We also
congratulate the graduates from various
universities in your accomplishments.
Lieutenants and I attended many
graduations as time permitted and we
were not able to attend all of them, due to
the many important meetings we had to
attend. Education is important as you will
experience as you grow older. Some of you
will become our next generation of leaders.
There are many issues impacting Indian
Country and a good education will help you
to understand and intelligently confront
these issues, along with the personal issues
which you will be faced with in the years
to come. God bless each and every one of
you, and remember that there is good and
bad in this world of ours. Be careful and be
cautious and always do good for yourself
and others.
As you may know by now, Tribal Council
passed a Resolution on May 13, 2010
to continue the Secretarial Election for
membership of the quarter blood tribal
members (descendants). I will schedule a
community meeting to present the process
of the Secretarial Election, and to inform
the people who has the authority to call an
election. There are many questions that
need to be addressed in detail so that the
people will decide the issues at hand. As
your governor I have a responsibility to
all the members of Isleta to exercise my
duties under the constitution for which I
was elected, and have a duty to the people
to stay neutral on the issues, and to carry
out the duties under the constitution to
enforce council actions as prescribed by the
laws and constitution of Isleta Pueblo. As a
former police officer, I am held to a higher
standard to uphold the standards of my
position. There are approximately 3,500
tribal members; therefore it is imperative
that you attend the meeting which I will
schedule in the middle part of June after
various activities have taken place in the
pueblo.
During the month of May, President Obama
scheduled
Government-to-Government
consultation meeting with tribal leaders
Restoration Update on the St. Augustine Church
Ed Crocker/Crocker Ltd
Under the guidance of the Pueblo of Isleta Governor's
Office with valued advice coming from the Church
Restoration Committee and the Cultural Committee,
the restoration of the historic church is well
underway.
The project is now in its third month is expected to
take up to 15 months to complete. Residents of the
Pueblo were no doubt surprised to see all the cement
plaster and the bell towers removed within the first
few weeks. These were necessary actions for two
reasons: (1) without removing the cement plaster
we could not assess the condition of the walls, and
(2) the bell towers, along with other elements, were
built of concrete block and were trapping water in
the adobe walls.
Now that most of the concrete is gone, we have
discovered that the walls are actually in much better
shape that we expected and are essentially dry. We
have been repairing the bases of the walls on the
east and west sides with adobe, and have been doing
investigations and design work to remedy some
structural issues at the north end. So far, we have
used over 6000 adobes in the repair and expect to use
a total of about 30,000.
Among the most interesting things that we have
noted is that the soils around the church have built
up as much as 6 feet over the centuries. This is due
to old mud plasters eroding off the walls, as well as
the collapse of the old convento on the east side many
years ago. Wind has also helped and we find thick
deposits of fine blow-sand on the west side.
As you drive past the St. Augustine church today,
you are able to get a glimpse back in history to walls
that were built at least 300 years ago.
June 2010
and his staffers. I attended all the meetings
on education, law enforcement and health
care. The meeting on education was the
very productive and was well organized
and met the requirements of how a real
government - to - government consultation
meeting should be. Most Governors were
present for the educational meeting and
many questions were directed to Ms. Martha
Cantor and President Obama's staff. They
all expressed a very positive interest in the
tribe's issues and concerns. Position papers
are being prepared for President Obama's
review.
Lieutenants reported to me on the Grand
Opening of the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
which was held for tribal members. It is good
that so many of our people attended and
enjoyed the day. Unfortunately, I couldn't
attend as I do have a sister, Andrea, who is
81 years of age who is cared for in an assisted
living facility in Las Vegas, New Mexico.
She is in need of medical attention. As her
guardian I have a responsibility to care for
her needs. Therefore I missed the events at
the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. I was not
sick and I was not at the Sandia Casino as
was reported. No apologies needed.
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Grandfather Plaque
Isleta Pueblo News
June 2010
The American Indian Veterans' Plaque, known as
the "Grandfather Plaque", in Arlington National
Cemetery
So reads the caption, "Dedicated to our Indian Warriors
and Their Brothers who Have Served Us So Well. The Vietnam Era Veterans. We are Honored to Remember You. The
Indigenous People of America".
This monument was installed at Arlington National
Cemetery on Veteran's Day in 1986 after years of being
shuffled around in the bureaucracy of the BIA . This was
done through the efforts of the late Richard "Dickie" Baker.
Baker, who is from Isleta was a former Marine who served
in Vietnam.
The Grandfather Plaque has received little recognition,
either at its original dedication in 1981 at the BIA Building
or at its subsequent rebirth and installation in 1986 at
Arlington Cemetery.
Pictured are the Indigenous Riders, veterans who ride their
Harleys to Washington, DC on Memorial Day to visit the Vietnam Wall. The Indigenous Riders have made Isleta Casino and Hotel
one of their official stops. This year, the veterans stayed at the hotel on May 21, 2010. We thank them for honoring our veterans
and for sending us this picture. The tree behind the monument is a cottonwood tree planted by Dickie....and we owe it all to Richard
"Dickie" Baker, USMC. Semper Fi! !!!
2010 PrimaryElection News
Republican N.M. Governor
*Martinez
- 51%
Weh
- 28%
Turner
- 12%
Domenici Jr. - 7%
Arnold-Jones - 3%
Democratic
N.M. Lt. Governor
Republican
N.M. Lt. Governor
Republican
U.S. House Dist. 2
Republican
U.S. House Dist. 3
State Representative Dist. 7
*Mullins - 71%
*Colon
- 29%
*Sanchez - 40%
*Pearce - 85%
Kokesh - 29%
Rael
- 24%
Cravens - 31%
Pirtle - 15%
Campos
- 20%
Moore - 29%
Lopez
- 15%
Ortiz y Pino - 12%
State Representative Dist. 8
State Representative Dist. 10
State Representative Dist. 49
Democrats
Andrew J. Barreras 1,262
Benny L. Hodges.
951
Democrats
Elias Barela
Julian R. Luna
1,230
1,393
Republican
Timothy Lardner...1,603
Republican
Alonzo Baldonado
1,384
Democrat
Henry "Kiki" Saavedra
(I)...333
Republican
Don Tripp (I) 467
Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan
The Pueblo of Isleta Office of Emergency Management is developing
a Tribal Multi- Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP). A HMP assesses
the risks and hazards of natural occurring events such as flooding,
severe wind, and wildfire. The HMP proposes mitigation options
such as flood control measures or vegetation-fuels management
projects to reduce the impacts of flooding and wildfire to human
welfare. Walsh Environmental Scientists and Engineers LLC were
contracted by the Pueblo of Isleta to develop the HMP.
Employees of Walsh Environmental have identified potential
naturally occurring risks and hazards to Isleta. Walsh
Environmental will develop maps and reports that quantify
the hazards and risks. This information will be used to identify
mitigation actions to reduce the risks and hazards. The HMP will
be most effective when it is adopted by the Pueblo, New Mexico
Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management,
communities, stakeholders, and interested parties.
Integrating the community into the process will be achieved at two
public meetings. Public input into the HMP process is necessary to
help prioritize natural occurring hazards and identify mitigation
projects to reduce risks. The Pueblo of Isleta Office of Emergency
Management and Walsh Environmental will be hosting the first of
two open house meetings to discuss the HMP planning process.
The first meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 8, 2010 at the
Recreation Center. The meeting starting time will be 6:00 pm and
end about 7:30 pm. The purpose of this meeting will be to discuss
the HMP planning process, determine risks and hazards, and
identify ways to protect human welfare interest.
Based on the information obtained at the public meeting and other
information gathering process, Walsh Environmental will develop
a draft tribal HMP. The draft tribal HMP will be reviewed at
the second public meeting which will occur on October 26 at the
Recreation Center and start at 6:00 pm.
The public meetings are open to all those that wish to attend.
Representatives of the project will be available to talk about the
HMP planning process and appropriate practices to reduce the
risk of property loss from naturally occurring events. For more
information, please contact Vernon Abeita, Pueblo of Isleta
Emergency Manager at (505) 869-4486 or Jerry Barker, Walsh
Environmental, at 303-443-3282.
Attentions...Veterans
The next Veterans Meeting will be
on Wednesday, 16 June 2010 at 6:30
PM at American Legion Post 209.
The old Headstart Building.
June 2010
Isleta Pueblo News
New Mexico Department of Veterans Services
State Benefits & Services
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National Wrangler Junior Rodeo Finals
Veterans Property Tax Exemption: Any veteran who served a
minimum of 90 days consecutive active duty has an honorable
discharge and a legal resident of New Mexico qualifies for a $4,000.00
reduction in the taxable value of their primary residence. This can
also be used for a 1/3 discount when registering a vehicle in New
Mexico if the veterans does not pay for property tax.
Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption: Any veteran who
has been rated 100 % service connected disabled by the VA and a
legal resident of New Mexico qualifies for a complete property tax
waiver on their primary residence.
Disabled Veteran License Plate: Any veteran who has been
rated 100% total and permanent disabled by the VA and a legal
resident of New Mexico qualifies for two (2) fee waived military
veteran license plate and fee waiver of vehicle registration. At time
of application veteran must provide 100% award letter, DD214, proof
of registration and insurance. Must be a New Mexico resident.
Veterans License Plates: Any veteran who was honorably
discharged from the Armed Forces is eligible for a New Mexico
veterans' license plate. A one time plate fee of $17.00 is required. At
time of application veteran must provide proof of registration, proof
of insurance and a check or money order for the required amount.
Disabled Veterans Hunting & Fishing License: Any veteran
rated 100% service connected disabled by the VA qualifies for a free
lifetime small game hunting and fishing license in the State of New
Mexico. At time of application veteran must provide 100% award
letter and DD214. Must be a New Mexico resident.
Annual "Day Use" Pass at New Mexico State Parks, Admission
to State Museum & Monuments: Any veteran awarded a 50% or
higher service connected disability may obtain one non-transferable
annual day use permit at no charge for personal use only. Must be
a New Mexico resident. At time of application veteran must provide
50% or higher award letter from the VA.
Veteran Service Officer may also assist a veteran with filing a claim
to the VA for service connected disabilities; non service connected
pensions; death pension, burial benefits, apply for a copy of DD214/
Discharge Papers.
Required Documents to bring with you are: VA Award Letters,
DD214/Discharge Papers, New Mexico Drivers License.
Any questions, please call Theresa Zuni, Veteran Service Officer at
841-5346.
Congratulations to Eddie P. Torres Ill and Clayton
Torres. They both qualified for the "National Wrangler
Junior Rodeo Finals" which will be held in Gallup, NM
at the Red Rock State Park on June 27 —July 3, 2010.
They have worked hard and are both dedicated to their
sport. They qualified for team roping and the shooting
competition. They will represent the Pueblo of Isleta
with great enthusiasm and pride.
Thanks to the community for all your support during our
fund-raising activities.
THE SPA
Receive 50% OFF regular price spa and salon services
Monday - Thursday in June
to All Isleta Tribal Members with tribal I.D.
Please call 848-1976 or 848-1975
to schedule your appointment or for more details
Offer applies to Isleta Casino & Resort ONLY. Employees must present their Isleta Casino &
Resort badge prior to service. Services by availability only. Other discounts or promotions
may not be applied.
Isleta Pueblo News
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June 2010
Acequi Madre Mayordomos Update
On May 13th Joseph Lente and myself (Michael Paquin) were
fortunate to take a tour of the intricate workings of the Middle Rio
Grande Conservancy’s irrigations system North of the Pueblo.
The tour was set up by Mr. Cody Walker from the Natural
Resources Department and conducted by Mr. Randy Shaw, the
Designated Engineer from the BIA and Mr. David Gensler from
the MRGCD. It was fascinating and quite impressive to learn
just what it takes in man hours and technology to deliver 60
cubic feet per second of water into our irrigation ditch system.
We would like to thank Mr. Walker, Mr. Shaw and Mr. Gensler
for taking the time to give us this tour.
We experienced an act of vandalism at the east ditch. The
vandalism caused extensive damage to farmlands and to the
ditch infrastructure. Thanks to the timely response by Lt Gov.
Max Zuni, the staff of the Natural Resources Department, and
the staff from Public Works Department, we were all able to make
repairs quickly and keep the water downtime to a minimum.
We have received many requests from the people who use the
sand ditch that a number of gates and checks are leaking and/
or need repair. Although we've been advised this ditch is not our
responsibility and is the responsibility of each individual farmer
who uses this ditch, we would like to try to help with these
issues and we ask anyone who is experiencing problems to give
us a call so we can generate a list of repairs and material needs.
Contact Joseph Lente or Michael Paquin to request assistance.
Name
Amount
Abeita, Felipe
Abeita, James M.
Abeita, Joseph C or Frances
Abeita, Joseph Gabriel
Abeita, Joseph R.
Abeita, Leroy
Abeita, Lupita C.
Abeita, Marcelina
$210.00
$125.00
$40.00
$225.00
$75.00
$140.00
$50.00
$40.00
$140.00
$140.00
$140.00
$20.00
$140.00
$285.00
$336.00
$345.00
$20.00
$20.00
$140.00
$140.00
$105.00
$71.00
$130.00
$175.00
$20.00
$335.00
$46.00
$140.00
$125.50
$10.00
$15.00
$20.00
$74.00
$261.00
Abeita, Marvin
Abeita, Nabahe
Abeita, Pauline F.
Abeita, Pablo
Abeita, Ray M.
Abeita, Raymond Thomas
Abeita, Roberta
Abeita, Simon
Abeita, Sylvia
Abeita, Tom Jr.
Anzara, Ben
Anzara, Melvin I
Anzara, Myron
Anzara, Ruben
Balenquah, Mary F.
Chalan, Mary Margaret (Zuni)
Chapman, Veronica S.
Cherino, Albert Jr.
Chewiwi, Louise (Abeita)
Garcia, Jack L.
Glaser, Laurie A
Gonzales, Sharon E. (Lucero)
Histia, Miguelita
Jaramillo, Isidor
Jiron, Charlie (Estate of)
Jiron, Delano
As a reminder we are continually taking work orders for the
East and West Main ditch. We have inherited an ongoing
problem of delinquencies in collecting payment from members
who owe money for annual ditch assessment fees and/or for not
showing up for ditch work. We realize that some of you may not
be aware that you have incurred an outstanding balance and
may like to have your name removed from our list by settling
your debt. Therefore we have attached a copy of the names and
amount owed. You can contact Joseph Lente, Michael Paquin or
Ralph Jojola to make payments and/or arrangements. Keep in
mind that the annual ditch assessment fee is currently $ 5.00
and the fee for not attending ditch work is currently $ 30.00 per
work day.
Total due in fines and assessments $13,662.00
Checks can be made out to the “Isleta Main Ditch” and mailed
to P.O. Box 685 Isleta, NM 87022.
With the irrigation season well underway we ask members of
the community to remind children, grandchildren, and visitors
to stay out of the ditches for their own safety.
Once again we thank you for your cooperation in these matters.
If you have any questions or concerns, please call Joseph Lente
at (505) 967-3786 or Michael Paquin at (505) 720-0394 .
Jiron, Michael L.
Jojola, Alfred D
Jojola, James A.
Jojola, John D. Sr.
Jojola, John Michael
Jojola, Johnny T.
Jojola, Joseph E.
Jojola, Margaret L.
Jojola, Mary Jane
Jojola, Mary P.
Jojola, Pat A.
Jojola, Ralph
Jojola, Richard C.
Jojola, Stella
Jojola, Ted
Kokaly, Mary Lou
Lente, Alberta
Lente, Alfred A.
Lente, Bartolo
Lente, David A.
Lente, Jose Seferino
Lente, Michael A.
Lente, Nick
Lente, Tercita (Terry)
Lucero, Alvin
Lucero, Carmel
Lucero, Doris A.
Lucero, Edward Fernando
Lucero, Eugene
Lucero, Felipe
Lucero, Joe D.
Lucero, Kathleen B,
Lucero, Matthew Joseph
Lucero, Michael A.
$125.00
$140.00
$40.00
$15.00
$140.00
$15.00
$105.00
$10.00
$15.00
$10.00
$140.00
$10.00
$20.00
$20.00
$140.00
$160.50
$79.00
$40.00
$59.00
$105.00
$140.00
$173.00
$110.00
$313.00
$717.00
$627.00
$20.00
$105.00
$80.00
$20.00
$79.00
$75.00
$313.00
$385.00
Lucero, Pat Lynn
$145.00
Lucero, Robert L.
$70.00
Lucero, Rosalee
$140.00
Lucero Stella
$15.00
Lujan, Benard D
$20.00
Lujan, Robert
$431.00
Manner, Anna
$85.00
Martinez, Dorothy C.
$140.00
Montoya, Francis
$315.00
Olguin, Joseph Richard
$140.00
Olguin, Patrick
$140.00
Overstreet, Jessie
$15.00
Padilla, Chris
$245.00
Padilla, Clarence
$419.00
Padilla, Gabe F.
$35.00
Padilla, Matthew
$210.00
Padilla, Paul L.
$110.00
Padilla, Paula
$285.00
Papuyo, Jose Delano
$110.00
Piro, Veronica
$105.00
Puhyesva, Demasia (Jiron)
$20.00
Richard, Ronald & Tina
$140.00
Romero, Sofia Maria (Estate of) $40.00
Salazar, Patty
$140.00
Schroeder, Lee
$20.00
Shattuck, August
$20.00
Shattuck, Paul
$135.00
Shattuck, Romalda
$20.00
Teller, Stella
$35.00
Trujillo, Jose Carlos
$140.00
Wilson, Terri Z & Edwin L
$370.00
Zuni, Floyd Alvin
$603.00
June 2010
Isleta Pueblo News
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USTRC JR LOOPER CHAMPION 6 & UNDER DIVISION
Tingley Coliseum April 3, 2010
Phillip Jiron, Jr 4 Years Old
Phillip likes roping his goats. He has
been roping since the age of 2. When
he's not roping his goats, he rides his
favorite horse, Mae. Phillip is the son
of Phillip and Leona Jiron. He is the
Grandson of Doulgas Jiron, Frances
Jiron, Alvin Lucero and Flora Griego.
We Are All Very Proud of Phillip.
Isleta Behavioral Health Services — Prevention Program
P.O. Box 508 Isleta, NM 87022 (505) 869-5475
Summer is finally here!!! Among the many
fun things for youth to participate in from
various Pueblo programs. I have one more
thing to choose from. Isleta Behavioral
Health Services — Prevention Program
(formerly known as Project Venture) has
many outdoor activities planned for the
months of June through August (please
see calendar — Tiwa Language Camp and
Warehouse 508 activities are listed as well.
For more information about Warehouse
508 please visit www.warehouse
5 0 8 . o r g ). To kick off the summer we are
joining with the Santa Fe Mountain Center
(www.santafemc.org ) for a 3- day camping
trip for 18 youth. Other activities include
in-door rock climbing and white water
rafting!!!!
The Prevention Program is funded
through the Substance Abuse Prevention
and Treatment Block grant. Experiential
Activities are used and designed to challenge
participants to develop positive problemsolving skills enhancing self-concepts and
developing effective social interactions
that will combat substance use. It includes
several components:
• Hands-on cooperative activities and
games;
• Service learning projects;
• Family involvement;
• Traditional culture and language;
• Outdoor and wilderness challenge by
choice opportunities.
Students learn by doing. We place a
strong emphasis on helping participants
understand their role and value in their
community allowing them to acquire the
skills and attitudes needed to contribute to
the larger good. Participants are encouraged
Isleta Community Action Team
Isleta Behavioral Health Services
to be ACTIVE, utilizing all of their senses
while they are learning and experiencing.
Most often, activities will involve both the
mind and body in some type of appropriate
challenge.
In addition, we offer to any student, 10
years or older, activities after school,
during holidays, some weekends and spring
and summer breaks, as scheduled. Outdoor
activities include hiking, caving, rock
climbing, fishing and camping. Parents
and community members are invited to
participate in community events and service
learning activities. Isleta culture and
traditions are emphasized and incorporated
in events and activities.
If you have any questions or would like
to attend any or all activities, please feel
free to call Jennifer Padilla, Prevention
Coordinator, at 505 869-5486.
P.O. Box 508 Isleta, NM 87022 (505) 869-5475
The Indigenous people of North America were nearly obliterated
by disease, war, and genocide during the period of European
colonialism. Our numbers were reduced from an estimated 250
million to just over a million people. Many of the survivors and
our descendants struggled to resist federal efforts to terminate our
special status and limited sovereignty. We endured the boarding
school era, during which the federal government overtly worked to
eradicate tribal languages and culture and "Americanize" Native
young people by removing them from elders, family, and community.
American Indians and Alaska Natives also experienced grinding
poverty and the social ills that accompany it.¹
Though the efforts of many foreigners negatively impacted Native
Americans it seemed to strengthen traditional and cultural beliefs,
ways of living and the willpower to survive. Fostering resilience in
young people is not a new concept for us — the Native American...
even further, the Isleta people. Traditionally, resilience has been
cultivated by focusing on four developmental areas (Heavy Runner
and Morris (1997)²:
1. "Spirituality"--living according to the belief in the
interrelatedness of all things
2. "Mental well-being"--having clear thoughts
3. "Emotional well-being"--balancing all emotions
4. "Physical well-being"--attending to the physical self
The western worldview entices us to believe we are individuals
capable of taking care of ourselves on our own but when grounded
in the beliefs of the Isleta culture it is apparent any individual,
young and old, must have others to depend on. The conflicting
worldviews of the Westerners and the Isleta people place the
health and wellness of our community in a vulnerable position —
if programs work independently of other programs WE reach only
a handful of people and may miss the root cause of social issues.
If service providers work independently of the members of the
community we are providing services in WE miss the voice of the
people.
The Isleta Community Action Team aims to bring awareness to
foreign ways of dealing with social issues such as drugs, alcohol,
suicide and violence and strives to incorporate more of an Isleta
approach to bring health, wellness and balance for our entire
community. Together service providers and community members
talk about the issues we see and brainstorm ideas to address them
— our guiding hand is the Isleta culture.
I encourage you to take interest in our continued survival, come to
an Isleta Community Action Team Meeting and work together to
slowly diminish the ill affects of drugs, alcohol, suicide and violence.
We must take care of each other rather than depend on others to do
that for us and we must work together.
Contact Jennifer Padilla, Prevention Coordinator, at (505) 869
5486 is interested in learning more about the Isleta Community
Action Team (ICAT) and when the next ICAT meeting will be.
¹Nurturing Resilience and School Success in American Indian and Alaska Native Students.
ERIC Digest by Strand. Joyce A. - Peacock, Thomas D.
²HeavyRunner, I., & Morris, .1. S. (1997). Traditional native culture and resilience.
Research Practice, 5(1). Minneapolis: University of Minnesota. Center for Applied
Research and Educational Improvement (CAREI College of Education and Human
Development. Retrieved November 18, 2002, from http://vt-ww.coled.umn.eduicarei/
Reports/Rpractice/Spring97/raditional.htm
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Isleta Pueblo News
June 2010
Isleta Pueblo Housing Authority is Recruiting New
Board Members for its Native Lending Institution
Are you interested in becoming a board
member of a Native Lending Institution
being developed by the lsleta Pueblo
Housing Authority?
Native Lending Institution Mission:
The mission of the Native Lending
Institution will be to promote the economic
growth of the Isleta Pueblo community
by creating homeownership and small
business opportunities for the Isleta Pueblo
community.
The board of directors shall consist
of 5 persons. Directors shall consist
of one community member and four
professional members preferably with
financial or business backgrounds.
Board members must meet at least one
of the following criteria: 1) be Native
American, 2) live in the Isleta Pueblo
community service area, or 3) work/
own in a business in the Isleta Pueblo
community service area.
Description of Board Duties
The Board of Directors of the Native Lending
Institution will serve as the governing body
of the Institution. Board members will serve
2 year terms. The Board will meet at least
quarterly.
Board members will have the following
roles and responsibilities:
1. Uphold the bylaws of the Native
Lending Institution.
2. Define and oversee the mission of
the organization and ensure that this
mission is carried out on behalf of the
community.
3. Ensure that the events and programs
of the organization are relevant to its
mission and monitor their effectiveness.
4. Provide strategic guidance to the
organization.
5. Ensure financial solvency and help
raise resources.
6. Ensure continuous board
improvement. Each member of this board
shall commit to the following:
• Fully attend at least three board
meetings per year.
• Serve on one or more committee
and attend at least 75 percent of the
meetings.
• Understand board member roles and
responsibilities and become sufficiently
knowledgeable about the organization
and its operations to make informed
decisions.
• Read all materials sent to the
board and come prepared to provide
meaningful dialogue at all board and
committee meetings.
• Arrive at meetings on time and stay
for the full agenda unless notification
is provided in advance to the board or
committee chair.
• Ask for clarification on any matters
or material not understood before
making a decision.
• Listen carefully and respectfully to
other board members and staff with
objectivity.
• Actively support the policies and
goals adopted by the board, speaking
with one unified voice.
•Act as a liaison between the
Native Lending Institution and the
community.
Specific Board members will serve as
overseers of the following:
1. Overseer of Financial Management The overseer of the organization's financial
management system. This Board member
shall work with the steering committee to
develop and manage an annual budget.
2. Leader of Public Relations-This Board
member will oversee the development
of all print, web, radio, and multi-media
materials pertinent to the Native Lending
Institution and the events it sponsors.
This board member is responsible for
ensuring that all public relations material
upholds the mission and standards of the
organization.
3 Overseer of Fundraising - This board
member will oversee fundraising
efforts. They will help recruit and retain
members for the fundraising committee
and will help manage the organization's
fundraising database, manage the creation
and content of fundraising material and
ensure that organization supporters are
recognized for their contributions.
4. Overseer of Events - This board member
will oversee community events and work
with committee event chairs to ensure
that the overall message of the event
is consistent with the mission of the
organization. This board member will also
actively work with the communities and
other organizations to recruit partnerships
for new events.
5. Board and Committee RecruitmentThis board member will oversee the
recruitment of new volunteers and board
members.
Board members will be expected to attend
training on Native Lending institutions.
If you are interested in serving as a
board member please send a letter of
interest to:
Sheila D. Herrera
Home Loan Program Manager/
Homeownership Counselor
Isleta Pueblo Housing Authority
Poi40103@isleta pueblo.com
(505) 869-4153 Ext. 378
Facsimile: (505) 869-0654.
ENTER TO WIN!
CONTEST FOR NAME AND LOGO FOR PROPOSED
NATIVE LENDING INSTITUTION
The Isleta Pueblo Housing Authority (IPHA) is holding a contest for a name and logo for its proposed native
lending institution. The institution will lend money to tribal members for home purchasing, construction,
rehabilitation and refinancing, and provide financial education services to the Isleta community. This
contest gives community members a chance to be part of the development of the new lending institution.
The contest is open to Isleta tribal members, their families, and employees of the Pueblo of Isleta, Pueblo
of Isleta entities, and the Isleta Pueblo Housing Authority.
Entries may be submitted by using the following form or by email to the attention of Sheila Herrera, Home
Loan Program Manager at IPHA, at poi40103@isletapueblo.com. An entry may include a short paragraph
explaining the proposed name and/or logo.
Entries are due by 4:30 p.m. on June 30, 2010. Winning Prizes will go to the winning Name, Winning Logo
and top runners up. IPHA has the right to cancel the contest or to choose a name and logo not submitted
by any entry.
ENTRY FORM FOR IPHA CONTEST
Name: ______________________________________Telephone Number:___________________
Mailing address:___________________________________________________________________
Email address:____________________________________________________________________
Proposed Name: __________________________________________________________________
Draw Proposed Logo (use separate page if necessary):
Explanation of Name or Logo:______________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
Submit entry to the attention of Sheila Herrera, Home Loan Program Manager at the
IPHA Office, by hand delivery, mailing to P.O. Box 760, Isleta, N.M. 87022, or email to
poi40103@isletapueblo.com.
Isleta Pueblo News
June 2010
ISLETA COMMUNITY GARDEN CELEBRATION
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"Cultivating Our Traditions through farming"
Isleta Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) Company, who donated materials and labor, and irrigating of this community garden.
is sponsoring a community event entitled, in the creation of the circular garden fence. The crops that have planted in this field are:
"Nurturing of the Garden Celebration". This garden would not have been possible Black, Blue, and White Indian Corn, Water
This is the first time IBHS has partnered without these generous contributions. The Melons, Indian Melons, Yellow Squash,
with Pueblo of Isleta community members staff of IBHS sponsored a fund raiser in Zucchini, Peas, Carrots, Onions, Tomatoes,
to create a community garden.
May to start the creation of this garden.
Cucumbers,
Cantaloupes,
Pumpkins,
This event is to be held Thursday, July 1, The purpose of this garden is to acknowledge Sunflowers, Green Chilies, Yellow Hots,
2010, from 9am to 2pm. The location of the historic and cultural legacy that and Basil.
the Celebration will be outside, next to the farming has represented to Isleta and all IBHS is also putting out a call for artists,
garden, on the west side of the Isleta Health Pueblo tribal communities. Additionally, to create and submit a Design Logo. The
Clinic. Food, refreshments, and community the garden will promote wellness amongst selected artwork design will be placed
speakers will be present.
clients, staff, and the community. Wellness upon a large sign at the community garden
Bring your tools, hat, sunscreen, and is promoted through teaching skills such site and will commemorate the community
appetite for this celebration. The garden is as nurturing, teamwork, and cooperation, garden.
located west of the Isleta Health Clinic and in addition to education about eating Contact Eloisa Dewahe at 869-5475,
is visible from the 1-25 road exit.
healthy and staying active. IBHS wishes for further information and for future
The garden was leveled and plowed by to extend the nurturing and caring of scheduling of weeding and irrigation
Phillip Jiron, Robert Trujillo, and Ralph this community field to Isleta community activities.
Jojola. IBHS is very grateful to these tribal members. All steady participants will WE WANT YOU TO COME AND JOIN US
members, for their efforts in helping to share in the field's food harvest during the AT THE "ISLETA COMMUNITY GARDEN
create this community garden. A special Summer and Fall harvests, according to CELEBRATION" EVENT !!!
thanks goes out to the Sunny Fence their labor & contributions toward weeding Article: Stan Zuni, IBHS
Stephanie Cherino, Eddie Torres, Krystal
Lucero and Brain Serna planting the crops.
Willie Waquie and Stan Zuni
checking the field banks.
Brian Serna, Krystal Lucero and Eddie
Torres all irrigating the garden.
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Isleta Pueblo News
June 2010
Parks & Recreation
The unofficial start of summer is upon us with the culmination of
the Memorial Day Weekend. Although the Recreation Centers were
both closed, some of our staff were busy with the Grand Opening
of the "Purple Heart Memorial Park over at the Mousetown
Neighborhood. Because our children are still in school at our
Pueblo of Isleta Elementary School until June 2, 2010, our summer
program will begin on Monday. June 7, 2010 until July 30, 2010.
The program will operate from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm Monday
through Friday. Although the program begins at 9:00 am we will
however start picking up children at designated sites throughout
the Reservation as early as 7:15 am. Children can also be dropped
off as early as 7:00 am. If some of you parents are working and don't
have a place for your children to be dropped off or are concerned
about their safety by possibly being at home by themselves after
3:00 pm, we can hold your child till 5:30 pm if warranted. Please
call Rick Giron if you are in need of this type of service. For more
information regarding pick —up and drop off points, please call
Lil. Bern at 869-8557. All of our major field trips will be held on
Fridays. Children must attend the Rec program at least 3 days to
qualify going to our major field trips. The only exception will be
those children attending summer school. All children will be broken
down into age categories with 4 & 5 year olds attending the program
over at Old Rec. with Andrena Martin, 6 & 7 year olds together,
8 & 9 year olds. 10 & 11 year olds, and 12 & up all together at
the New Rec Center. Reminder; there are several groups offering
different type of programs whether it be the Library, Diabetes or
our Recreation Program. The important thing is, which ever you
as parents choose for the children to attend are not very important
but it is important that the children get involved in one of the
programs. Let us all try to keep our children's minds and body's
active to insure they keep developing as children and adults. The
worst thing is to leave children at home behind the television and
snacking all day. Don't forget, we are also serving free breakfast
and lunch everyday Monday through Friday. Breakfast is served
from 7:30 am until 8:30 am and lunch from 11:30 am until 1:00 pm
for all people 18 years old and younger.
Purple Heart Memorial Park
On Monday, May 31, 2010 (Memorial Day) was the official grand opening of the Purple Heart Memorial Park over at the Mousetown
Neighborhood. Before our day's celebration was done, we had approximately 400 Pueblo members and guest come visit our new park site.
The program began with our tribal member Joe C. Jaramillo serving as the Master of Ceremonies, and we were led in our traditional
prayer by Lt. Governor Max Zuni, and Governor Robert Benavides also spoke about the progress we have made on the Reservation
especially with our Parks & Recreation program, which now has dedicated eight (8) parks to the system. The Atrisco Heritage Academy
High School USMC, JROTC program led by Retired USMC, Jim Flores
led the Posting of the Colors. The group also did a beautiful routine in
Marching and Rifle handling. Great Job. Mr. Blas Falcon, USMC, Vietnam
Veteran and Purple Heart recipient and Director of the Veteran's Center
was the Key Note Speaker. Also speaking at the event was our own Parks
& Recreation Director, Rick Giron who also asked all three of our current
Governors, Robert Benavides Lt. Governor Max Zuni, Lt. Governor Frank
Lujan, former Governor Fred Lujan and Council member Diego Lujan to
lead us in the unveiling of the new park sign that will adorn the park for
years to come. Tribal member Marcus Lujan and current American Legion
Post 209 member closed the event with the playing of taps on his Bugle. Also,
all of the most current and known list of Purple Heart Recipients from our
Pueblo of Isleta were named by our Master of Ceremonies, Joe C. Jaramillo.
If anyone knows of or has any questions about Purple Heart Recipients from
our Pueblo please contact Ulysses Abeita at 869-2680. A semi-permanent
list is being worked on that will eventually be part of our park site. After
everything was said and done, everyone present was treated to a barbecue
of hamburgers, baked beans, potato salad, chips, cake and refreshments.
Pictured below are several action shots of the day's events.
June 2010
Isleta Pueblo News
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Swimming Pool News
With summer upon us the swim program is recruiting
anyone interested in beginning a swim team to represent
the Pueblo of Isleta in competition. Anyone interested
please call Lin Onsae or Lee Ann Lente at 869-8557.
Also swim Lessons are to begin and they are as follows:
For those ages 6-16 years old they will be on June 7th
through the 10th and June 14th through the 17th Monday
through Thursday at 5:45 pm until 6:15 pm. Mom and Tot
Program is for children 6 months old to 5 years old will
begin on June 7th with parent orientation at 5:30 pm6:30 pm and Lessons being on June 8 through the 10th
and June 14th through the 17th at 5:30 pm to 5:50 pm.
Adult Swim Lessons will be on June 21st through June
24th and June 28th through the 30th at 6:00 pm until
7:00 pm. Monday through Thursday. July Lessons will
be the first 2 weeks on the month. For more information
please call the Swim Program at 869-8557.
Park Management
Memorial Day 2010 was the grand opening of our 8th park
being added to our Parks & Recreation Department. As
mentioned in last month's newsletter, I could not be any
prouder of a group of guys then my Park Management
Crew of Seven. In fact, an apology goes out to Jose Pedro
Jojola who was left out inadvertently when I listed the
crew by name in last month's newsletter and somehow he
was left out. Anyway, our next opening of any addition to
the park system will be the Chical Baseball Field slated
for dedication and opening on the 4th of July weekend
2010 if all goes as planned.
Adult Basketball
For those young adults and adults the basketball program has begun.
Carl Anderson League Director reports a record number (16) of teams
have registered for the league, which began in earnest on Sunday May
23rd. All adult games are played on Sunday's beginning at 10 am until
the last games being played at 1:00 pm. All 16 teams play every Sunday.
If anyone is interested in watching some stiff competition please come
on by. If anyone is interested in playing although the registration for
new teams is closed, please contact Carl at 869-8557 and see if he can't
match you up with a team in need of players. Next month we will feature
some pictures of the program.
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Karate one Testing:
Students from the Karate Program at the
Isleta Recreation Center have recently
undergone a comprehensive physical and
written testing. The Blue, Purple and
Brown Belts have gone through a 5 hour
physical test and a 2 hour written test. The
white to yellow belts have gone through a 3
hour physical testing and a 2 hour written
test.
Listed are all the students that tested
under Renshi Clarence Chavez, 6th degree
black belt in Karate and Kobudo (Japanese
weapons) and associated with Karate One
International.
Back Row (L-R) Jeff Otero-Yellow Belt,
Connor Chavez-3rd Brown Belt, Alaynna
Loretto-Yellow Belt, Jenna Coley-Yellow
Belt, Mikey Vigil-Purple Belt.
Middle Row (L-R) Catherine Chavez-2nd
Brown Belt, Sensei Chavez-Instructor,
Sensei Yeats-Assistant, Briana Roybal2nd Brown Belt.
Front Row: (L-R) David Roybal-2nd Brown
Belt, and Dominic Jojola-Yellow Belt.
Isleta Pueblo News
June 2010
Isleta
Elementary School
Principal’s Message
Greetings from the Isleta Elementary
School! Our students and staff are ready
for summer vacation after a busy year filled
with academics, assessments and various
activities. On behalf of the students and
staff, I would like to thank the following
Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Programs that have
worked with our students throughout
the year: Project Venture, Diabetes,
Headstart, Higher Education, Truancy,
Social Services, EMS, CHR, Library and
Police Department.
Our Kindergarten Jump Start program
was held June 7-11, 2010 with the Pueblo
of Isleta Headstart. Our new kindergarten
students were able to become familiar
with our school and staff. We look forward
to working with our new students and
their families throughout the next school
year. Our 21st Century Summer School
program will be held July 6-29, 2010 from
8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday through
Thursday. Our staff will provide reading
and math instruction. We would also like
to encourage community artisans to sign
up to provide cultural enrichment issues
during our summer program.
On behalf of all of our students and staff,
I would like to congratulate Mrs. Patricia
Jojola for providing 35 years of service to
the students of Isleta Pueblo. Mrs. Jojola
retired from the Isleta Elementary School
after teaching various grades, ending
with first grade. We truly appreciate her
dedication and commitment to our students
and staff. Mrs. Jojola will be missed;
however, we wish her a happy and restful
retirement with her family!
Our staff will be working throughout
the summer to participate in various
professional development activities to
provide a well-rounded education for the
students of Isleta. Our 2010-2011 school
year will begin on August 16, 2010.
Registration will be held at the end of July.
All new students must submit a certificate
of Indian blood, state birth certificate,
social security card, physical and current
immunization record to register. If you
have any questions, please call the Isleta
Elementary School at (505) 869-2321. Have
a safe and restful summer!
2010
Summer Math
Camp
Starting on July 6th 2010, the Department of Education• Johnson- O'Malley
Program will be offering a Summer Math Camp! This program is designed
for students who lack confidence in math skills, struggle with understanding
the concepts, and need a refresher to boost their confidence and grades. We
will be starting with basic skill practice in multiplication, long division,
fractions, decimals, percents, etc. Sessions will be an hour long every day
until July 20th, 2010. Your student will work in a small group setting with
another student and the Tutor to strengthen their knowledge of math. This
program was created to target students in grades 2nd-12th who are struggling
with their understanding of Mathematics. Many times when students are
having trouble in math, it is because their basic math foundation is shaky.
Don't wait until the new school year has already started!
If you have any questions about the Pueblo
Of Isleta, Karate program you can contact
Mr. Chavez at: 869¬8557 at IRC or 8664360 at home.
This program is open to all Native American
Students in public, private,
or BIA schools. If you'd like your student to participate
in this program OR if you have any questions,
please give Bernadette a call at 924-3189
or send her an email at poi13002@isletapueblo.com
June 2010
TRAFFIC DIVISION NEWS
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Isleta Police Department Traffic Division
TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT PLANNED FOR JUNE
SCHOOL DISMISSAL is just around
the corner meaning drivers need to have
a greater awareness of our children in
neighborhoods. The excitement of summer
vacation sometimes means our children
have play and fun in mind and may forget
about safety. The Traffic Division is once
again asking you to drive safely and
carefully remembering a safe speed limit in
residential neighborhoods is 15 mph.
The new Hard Rock Albuquerque is
preparing to open with official opening June
11, 2010. The new venue is sure to bring
increased traffic in the area with visitors to
the establishment. Observance of the speed
limits in this area by drivers is essential
and the Traffic Division will be conducting
traffic enforcement on State Road 47 from
the north reservation line to the south
reservation line. Please remember the
speed limit from the 38 milemarker north
is 55 mph and the speed reduces to 45 mph
as you approach the commercial entrance to
the hotel/casino. Stop sign/traffic light, and
seatbelt violations will also be a priority
in traffic enforcement. "Click It Or Ticket"
is now in progress and many more traffic
safety mobilizations will be conducted
throughout the summer to include DWI
and Seatbelt Checkpoints. With summer
vacation and many new teenage drivers,
a focus on teenage drivers will also be a
priority for the Traffic Division based on
some of the statistics revealed below:
A study by the Allstate Foundation,
has found that while today teen drivers
have similar attitudes and behaviors
behind the wheel to teens in 2005, shifts
have taken place in unexpected areas.
The survey was conducted by online
interviews among 1,063 teens.
Highlights from the study found:
Texting is teen's biggest distraction
behind the wheel.
• More than 49% of teens report texting
as a distraction, up from 31% in 2005
• 82% of teens report using cell phones
while driving, 23% admit to drinking
and driving
• More than 60% of teens worry about
getting into a car accident, but still
admit to practicing distracting or
harmful actions while driving
Girls express a new need for speed.
• Nearly half (48%) of girls admit they
are likely to speed more than 10 m.p.h.
over the limit, versus 36% of boys
• 16% of girls describe their driving as
aggressive, up from 9% in 2005
More girls than boys report that they
will drive distracted in the future.
• 51% of girls use a cell phone to talk,
text or email while driving, versus 38%
of boys
• 84% of girls are likely to adjust music
while driving, versus only 69% of boys
Driving aggression and speeding among
teen boys is decreasing.
• 13% of boys describe their driving as
aggressive, down from 20% in 2005
• 19% of boys admit to speeding 10
m.p.h. or more over the speed limit,
down from 25% in 2005
• Fewer boys (46%) report being in car
crashes in 2009 compared to 58% in
2005
Teens still feel "it's them, not me" when
it comes to aggressive driving.
• A majority of teens (65%) are confident
in their own driving skills
• 77% of teens admit they have felt
unsafe with another teen's driving
• 82% of teens want to he known as a
safe/skilled driver
• Only 23% of teens agree that most
teens are good drivers
Fewer teens are willing to speak up in
risky driving situations.
• Only 59% of teens will speak up if
they are scared or uncomfortable as a
passenger
• Girls are less likely to speak up than
boys - 53% of girls reported they would
say something about someone's driving,
versus 66% of boys
Just a reminder distracted driving
contributes to crashes and the Traffic
Division cannot emphasize the need to
keep your entire time and attention to the
roadway. Distracted driving, i.e., cell phone
usage, adjusting the radio station, fumbling
with CDs, etc., are citable offenses.
Help us keep the roadways on the
Pueblo of Isleta safe for everyone!
Contact Information:
Isleta Police Department Traffic Division
Sharon K. Mitamura, Supervisor
poi06053@isletapueblo.com
(505) 724-9282
(505) 382-1518 Cell
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June 2010
Native Ways Family Program
Isleta Behavioral Health Services
(505) 869-5475
Isleta Behavioral Health Services (IBHS)
participated in the National Child Abuse
Prevention float activity with Isleta Social
Services on April 24, 2010. IBHS would like
to thank all the parents and children who
participated in our float with the theme of
“Children Are Our Tomorrow.”
The picture above is an adobe home that
gives the message “All children deserve
a safe and nurturing home, they are
our future!” Isleta Behavioral Health
Services received 2nd place in the float
contest by Isleta Social Services.
It is all of our responsibility as a
community to keep children safe. If
you suspect abuse, neglect, or someone
in your family has just been physically
or sexually abused, please call Isleta
Pueblo Social Services at 869-2772.
Physical or sexual abuse is a crime, no
matter who does it.
Congratulations to all
2010 Colllege Graduates
Certificates
David Balenquah, Certificate, Electrical Trades, CNM
Gabriel Johnson, Certificate, Culinary Arts, SIPI
Kimberlee Kirk-Zuni, Certificate, Hair & Makeup Artist, Paul Mitchell School
Thomas Zuni, Certificate, Fitness Specialist, San Diego City College
Associates Degrees
Tanya Garcia, Associates of Arts & Sciences, Vision Care Technology, SIPI
Joseph F. Anzara, Associates of Applied Science, Criminal Justice, CNM
Marcelina Anderson, Associates of Applied Science, Integrated Studies, CNM
Leilani Lucero, Associates, General Studies, CNM
Stephanie Lujan, Associates of Applied Science, Photonics Technology &
Certification, Electronics Technology, CNM
Pete Montoya, Associates of Arts, Criminal Justice, ITT
IBHS is looking forward to next year’s
Child Abuse float parade in 2011 to
join with other community agencies
in promoting National Child Abuse
Awareness and Prevention. We are
thankful for the families who volunteered
to make our float successful!
Bachelor Degrees
Allison Abeita, Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice, NMSU
Warren Edaakie, Bachelor of Science, Agriculture, NMSU
Joseph Nicolas Padilla Jr., Bachelor of Science, Agriculture, NMSU
Emma Chinana, Bachelor of Arts, Architecture, UNM
Nathan Lujan, Bachelor of Arts, University Studies, Concentration Native
American and Library Studies, UNM
Andrew N. Zuni, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Major Media Arts, Minor Music, UNM
Gabriella Lujan, Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice, ITT
Masters Degrees
Jennifer Padilla, Masters, Social Work, NMSU
Isleta Pueblo News
June 2010
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Native Ways Family Program
Isleta Behavioral Health Services
(505) 869-5475
The Native Ways Family Program (NWFP)
is a parenting group held every Wednesday
for 8 weeks from 5:00 PM-7:00 PM that
began on March 24, 2010 and will end on
May 12, 2010. The NWFP parenting group
has started its second year providing the
community members of Isleta Pueblo NWFP
parenting skills and support. The NWFP
parenting group discussions have focused
on family values, discipline and spending
quality time with children to enhance
communication in families.
event where the NWFP parenting group
is involved with their children to promote
family fun with fitness.
Pictured is the Child Abuse Awareness
Month walk activity at Isleta Pueblo Social
Services. The NWFP parenting group of
quality walking time promoting healthy
relationships to keep children safe in our
community.
The NWFP parenting group provides the
meals and would like to give a big shout
out to our cooks, Martha Lucero and her
daughter, Michelle Jojola, for their catering
services.
Since spring is in the air the NWFP
parenting group joined in with other local
fun/walk activities organized by Isleta
Pueblo Diabetes Program and Isleta Pueblo
Social Services.Pictured below is the Isleta
Pueblo Diabetes Program “Jiggle Walk”
Regular physical activity makes you feel
stronger and more energetic. It also benefits
families to use recreational activities for
family time. There are many things families
can do together for outdoor fun!
Let’s visualize health and healing in our
families. By helping our children we help
ourselves to become positive role models
and to keep children safe all throughout
their lifetime.
NWFP parenting group provides family
prevention focusing on healthy parenting
skills and emphasizing family wellness. The
NWFP parenting group is excited to offer
another year of parenting services for the
Pueblo of Isleta. The next NWFP parenting
group will begin during the month of
June 2010 at the Isleta Behavioral Health
Services lobby. We encourage families to
attend by signing up for the next NWFP
parenting group.
Please call us at (505) 869-5475.
Summer is finally here and so is the 3rd Annual
Outdoor Science
Program!
Come spend some time during the summer learning about science in the best
classroom there is: the outdoors!
Students will learn about:
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Habitats, the animals and plants that live in them, and crete their own habitats.
Examine Water Samples and see all the little creatures that inhabit them.
Make water filters.
Experiments and how to create their own science projects.
Rockets, how they fly, how shape affects flight, and create rockets using what they've learned.
Last day field Trip
The Outdoor Science Program will begin June 7th, 2010 and end on June 25 , 2010. There will be two sessions, a Morning
Session for students in grades K-3rd and an Afternoon Session for students in grades 4th-12th. The program is designed to
teach students about the world around them in a very hands on environment. Students will get dirty! If you have a child that
is interested in science or the environment or who likes to catch frogs, bugs, and snails, give us a call and sign them up!
Registration is open now and closes on June 4th, 2010. Please call Bernadette at 924-3189 or send an email to
poi13002@isletapueblo.com if you have any questions or need a registration packet. Space is limited!
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Isleta Pueblo News
June 2010
Isleta Public Library
Hello people of Isleta,
If you haven’t noticed already, but lately the weather has been
pretty nice. Hopefully, the wind has blown itself away and nothing
but long, warm summer nights are ahead. Almost all of the students
are out of school for the summer and we hope that everyone had a
great school year. Another year older, another grade ahead; some
may be starting a new school next year or maybe some of you are
finished. Whatever the case, we all like to give everyone a big
congratulation.
We are also on our Summer Hours now until school
starts up again Monday to Thursday: 8:00- 6:30
Friday: 8:00- 4:30
Saturday &Sunday: CLOSED
The Library will be closed on Friday, July 2nd
and Monday, July 5th
NEWS
We opened our Summer Reading Program registration on Monday,
May 24th and all sixty spots filled up that same day. We do have
a waiting list started and if any of you would like to put your child
on it please call in as soon as possible. If any registered student
should be dropped for any reason the first person on the waiting
list will be called and so on. After June 30th we will be taking no
more students on the waiting list. Due to our limited capacity we
are unable to take more than the sixty students that we already
have. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
Need a computer but don’t have the money to get one? Well, the
library and M.I.S. department have rounded up eleven recycled
desktop computers to give away to the community. All you need
to do is submit an essay no longer than two pages to the library
explaining how a computer would benefit you and your family.
Articles will be read and judged by the library board, teen library
board, and library staff. The deadline for the articles is Friday,
July 30 and the winners will be notified and announced on Friday,
August 13. If you should have further questions about this “contest”,
please call the library at 505.869.8119 and talk to a library staff
member. Good luck to all of you submitters.
The staff here at the library conducted an inventory of the entire collection. Our collection grows bigger and bigger each year and we
are glad to see so many of you coming in and making use of the resources. We have mailed out letters that show any books that you
have not returned or unpaid dues. If you have lost the books or have any questions please come in and get this taken care of so your
name will be cleared. Some letters were returned because of a wrong address and we have some with no address at all. Here is a list of
those people. Please come in or call to update your information. Thank you.
Abeita, Nathan J.P.
Abeita, Priscilla
Anderson, Tehya Dawn
Analla, Elexyas M.
Astorga, Bridgett R.
Begay, Kirby J
Benavidez, Bernadette
Cassola, Crystal Rose
Caston, Elissa
Chavez, Aiden Paul
Chavez, Candice Nichole
Chavez, Marcos Jose
Cherino, Glorianna
Chewiwi, Dawn
Chewiwi, Rhealyn
Chinana, Tanya R.
Epiceno, Sesar
Fisher, Victoria O.
Francis, David J.
Garcia, Martin
Garcia, Brandy R.
Garcia, Rose Ann
Gasper, Patrick Jr L.
Hansen, Henrik
Jojola, Deanna
Jojola, Devan N.
UPCOMING
As of right now we have no upcoming
programs, except for the Summer Reading
Program. We will be concentrating on these
students for June and July and will kick back
up with our Library Programs in August.
If you have any suggestions for some new
programs, please feel free to come in. We
have a comment box by the door if you wish
to express your opinion anonymously.
Jojola, Louisa A.
Jojola, Mary-Terres
Jojola, Michael A.
Jojola, Raymond R.
Jiron, Bryanna
Jiron, Jeremy
Lente, Kara
Lucero, Larissa
Lucero, Maria D.
Lucero, Pae-Poo-You S
Lujan, Jared
Lujan, Kyle A. L.
Martin, Desi
Tequila. To end the fiesta we had two
rounds of tug of war where one side was
the French army and the other was the
Mexican Army (not the Spanish Army who
is from Spain). The participants enjoyed
the spur of the moment fiesta planning,
perhaps come August we shall reenact the
Pueblo Revolt of 1680.
RECAP
On May 1st, we held our 2nd Annual
Flea Market. We had vendors with a lot
of different things to sell. The library was
selling food and we would like to thank
all of you that came and supported your
library. All of the money made is going
straight to future library programs. Also, a
big thank you to the vendors who came out
and brought all of their things, we hope you
made a profit.
Since we had an extra piñata and two bags
of candy left over from the Easter Holiday
Activities, we decided to have a small Cinco
de Mayo fiesta with a slight educational
twist. First, we started off by busting the
Easter Egg piñata, then played a round
of musical chairs to the likes of the Ricky
Martin, Selena, Ritchie Valens, Gloria
Estefan, and the songs Low Rider and
Moqunino, Ronald N.
Morrow, Eliza
Montoya, Cubathee
Montoya, Garrett
Padilla, Chris R.
Padilla, Mary D.
Pesina, Marissa
Stapleton, Jon
Sandoval, Audrey R.
Vallo, Joaquin P.
Whatley, Fenyx
Zuni, LeeAnne M.
were impressed with how well we are in
tune with the community and how we can
make use of the little space we have here.
Apparently, our layout of our library is very
welcoming, meaning once you come into
the library, you end up staying longer than
you intended to. They were also impressed
with the number of teens that we bring
into our library, our technology upgrades,
and our social networks, such as business
email, web site, Google Map, and MySpace.
We also received great feedback for our
promotional efforts in the form of putting
Livin’ la Vida Loca” on Cinco de Mayo
The week before Mother’s Day, we held
arts and crafts for the students to work on
for their moms. We planted flowers, made
cards, wrote poems, and made other hand
made projects. We hope that all the mothers
who received one of these, enjoyed it.
In the month of May we got a visit from the
librarians from the State Library. They
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up the blue road signs, articles in the tribal
newsletter, flyers, and the participation
in other department fairs. The amount of
collaboration the library does with other
departments left them in awe but credit
should be given to all the departments
who collaborated with us to make those
services possible to the community.
However, they did bring to our attention
that our Collection Development Policy
has not been updated since 2004 and
therefore we were asked to update it. So,
if there is anything you as community
members feel the library should get more
information on, please inform us so the
resources may benefit you and the rest of
the community.
As you know, we had to reschedule our
bread baking class to May 22nd. A lot of
work goes in to baking bread and we had
some very eager students excited to learn
about the process. Mary Jane did a good
job of teaching this tradition to young
members of this community. One student,
Bernie Jaramillo, learned how to clean,
start, and warm the oven. He can now take
what he learned and help his own family.
They also learned the different styles
of baking the bread such as the rabbit,
flower, braid, and Dolly Parton. Thank
you everyone who came and helped and
each student that participated. Thank
you to the Language Department for
letting us use their building.
“Uno, Dos, Tres, PULL!!!”
Thank you for taking time to read about
our library department; be sure to visit us
soon.
Pueblo of Isleta Pueblo
Public Library Business Information:
SUMMER HOURS
Monday – Thursday:
8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Cooling Off @ Hinkle Family Fun Center
Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: CLOSED
Phone: (505) 869-8119
Fax: (505) 869-7690
Email: poi2002@isletapueblo.com
Web Address:http://www.isletapueblo.
com/library2.html
The Library will be closed on Friday,
July 2nd and Monday, July 5th
Isleta Pueblo
News
“I think it needs more newspapers and less wood”
Editor: Ulysses Abeita
Asst. Editor: Beverly Piro
Published By:
Valencia Express
Congratulations Nathan
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EATING SUGGESTIONS TO PREVENT A STROKE
AMERICAN STROKE MONTH
Making healthy food choices which are lower in sodium (salt) and fat (saturated fats, trans fat & cholesterol) can help to lessen your
risk of stroke. Here's how....
Low fat cooking at home with fresh, frozen or canned (reduced sodium or no salt added) products allows more control compared to
eating out or buying convenience & processed items. Use more herbs & spices which don't contain salt: garlic, pepper, basil, oregano,
Mrs. Dash or your own salt-free seasoning mixture, chili, lemon juice, etc.
The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) eating plan suggests including plenty of fruits & vegetables (4 1/2 cups) &
fat-free or low-fat dairy foods (2-3 cups) each day to lower blood pressure.
To lower your SODIUM INTAKE,
choose LESS:
► salt & seasonings containing salt (garlic salt,
onion salt, lemon pepper)
► convenience & processed foods (TV dinners),
instant or dehydrated items (instant gravy &
potatoes); salty snack foods (chips, pretzels,
crackers)
► smoked or cured meats (bacon, ham,
lunchmeats, corned beef, hot dogs)
► processed cheese (Velveeta) & cheese spreads
► regular canned or dried soups (Ramen) & broth
►sauerkraut, olives, pickles, relish & items in a
brine
►regular condiments (catsup, mustard, soy sauce,
BBQ sauce, bottled salad dressings)
To lower your SATURATED FAT &
CHOLESTEROL INTAKE, choose LESS:
► animal sources- fatty cuts of red meat & pork;
sausage, bacon, hot dogs, lunchmeats
► whole milk products: cheese, cream cheese, sour
cream, ice cream
► hardened (hydrogenated) fats: lard, shortening,
salt pork, butter, margarine
► egg yolks (limit to 3 per week); skin on poultry
► Baked goods, pastries, doughnuts, high fat
crackers & snack chips
Shop for low fat or fat-free forms of the above items. Look for products which say "no trans-fatty acids" (mainly found in margarines,
crackers, baked goods). Bake, broil, grill, boil (less frying) & try your favorite recipes prepared with lower fat ingredients. Include
omega-3 fatty acids found in certain fatty fish (salmon, sardines, tuna, mackerel) twice a week. Heart healthy fats are olive oil, canola
oil, olives, nuts & avocado yet be mindful of their calories.
Terri P. Elisberg, RD, LD, CDE, Nutritionist
lsleta Diabetes Prevention Programs
869-4093 telisberg@islclinic.net
FRUIT AND VEGGIES
There's a huge variety of fresh produce
available during the summer and it's not
too late to get started! Aside from being
delicious, low calorie and full of vitamins,
minerals and fiber, eating 5 or more servings
a day may help protect you from chronic
diseases, including stroke, heart disease
and certain cancers.
SAVE TIME & MONEY!
►Pick ones that require little peeling or
chopping-- ready to grab when tempted
to snack on something less healthy.
►Buy "in season" when less expensive,
store properly & freeze or can excess.
►Make vegetable based one-pot meals
using beans or smaller amounts of
meat.
or lemon frozen yogurt, strawberries,
crushed pineapple & non-dairy whipped
cream
SAVE THE DATE
TORTILLA TREATS
Isleta Health
Center's
Annual Community
Health Fair
Bake tortillas until lightly browned, about
5 minutes. Top with a mixture of low-fat
cream cheese, honey or sweetener, raisins
and chopped apples; sprinkle with cinnamon
sugar (sweetener)
CRAZY CURRY VEGETABLE DIP
Mix in a bowl, plain low-fat yogurt, a little
low-fat ranch dressing, some shredded
carrots, minced green onions, pinch of
sugar, and dash of curry powder. Taste &
chill. Thread a colorful variety of veggies on
skewers & serve with dip.
THE 45-SECOND FRUIT SALAD SNACK
► Grab & go! Make a fruit roll-up
with whole wheat tortilla, thin spread
of peanut butter & add your favorite
fruit.
Stir together mandarin oranges, a sliced
banana, cut-up apple & a few frozen
blueberries for a color, refreshing, fast salad
or snack!
TRY THESE SUPER SNACKS
WITH A TWIST:
Terri P. Elisberg, RD, LD, CDE
Nutritionist, Diabetes Prevention Programs
Pueblo of Isleta
1 MINUTE BANANA SPLIT
Cut a banana lengthwise & place in a dish.
Top with 1 or 2 scoops of vanilla or
July 17, 2010
at the
Isleta Recreation
Center
9am-Noon
Early Detection
and Screening
Prizes and MORE!
June 2010
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Workforce Investment Act (WIA) News
First of all, I would like to thank the
following individuals and programs for
their contribution and donations to the
31st National Indian and Native American
Employment & Training Conference that
was held at the Marriott in Albuquerque on
April 25 — 30, 2010. We had a successful
conference and the attendees enjoyed
Cultural Night and Fun Night here at Isleta.
I really appreciate all the hard work the
Recreation staff did to make the evenings
a memorable and enjoyable experience for
the grantees and their families. Conference
attendees were here from every state
including Alaska, Hawaii and Canada. They
have spoken highly of the Pueblo of Isleta
and they said everyone was very friendly
and helpful. They also stated that we have a
beautiful Recreation facility. My thanks goes
to the following individuals that assisted me
with the conference:
• Governor Robert Benavides for his
welcome speech at Cultural Night.
• Isleta Casino & Resort for a donation
of a $1500 Scholarship Award and
numerous donations.
• Tribal Administration for their
donation.
• Rick Giron and the Recreation staff
for allowing us to utilize the Recreation
Center and for assisting us with all the
activities.
• Martha Lucero for catering the
banquet and providing traditional food.
• Stephanie Zuni for a donation.
• EMS and Isleta Police Dept.
• Nana's Gift Shop for a donation.
• Indian Tee-Pee for their donation.
• Ron Martinez Looking Elk
• Conroy Chino
• HR (Veronica Johnson, Bernadette
Romero, Carol Jiron, and Roberta
Denton) for allowing me to attend all
the planning meetings and conference
and assisting me with the WIA
program. I appreciate your help.
On a sad note, unfortunately we will not be
able to have a youth program this summer.
Our funding has not been released for the
next year and we are still in the process of
working on our grant. I hope to start the
youth program in July or August for youth
16 and over. Our adult program will be on
hold until July when we receive our funding
for the 2010-2011.
The Isleta Tribal Youth Employment
Program (ITYEP) is recruiting Isleta youth
that are enrolled in a Work Study Program
at local high schools. Youth that need to
work 180 hours for one credit for graduation
should contact the ITYEP. I will need a
letter from your teacher stating that you
are enrolled in a work study program. This
is a year round program. If you need more
information please call me at 766-6652.
We have two individuals attending the
National Ironworkers Training Program for
American Indians in Chicago, Ill. beginning
June 1 — August 12, 2010. This is a PreApprenticeship Program and they will receive
a certificate and a job at the completion of
the program. We have several individuals
enrolled in CNM, The Contractor's School,
and UNM for certificates, journeyman's
license, contractor's license and Medical
training.
The WIA program has resources available
for job search and building resumes. We
have served 122 people in the past year
with Core Services. We assist individuals
that need training. Our Work Experience
(WE) program for adults and youth has
been successful. Adults and youth enrolled
in the WE and Classroom Training Program
received employment and training in job
skills. A few adults entered permanent
employment after finishing the WIA Program.
Youth have continued their education after
exiting the WIA Program and a some have
received their high school diplomas. Our
performance measures are job retention and
entered employment. We are accomplishing
our goals and I am very proud of our youth
and adults for achieving their goals.
Mary Abeita, Workforce Investment Act
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 feverreducing medicines).
4. Avoid touching your eyes,
nose and mouth.
5.Avoid contact with sick
people
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June 2010
Electrical Cords
With computers, monitors, printers, fax machines,
clocks, lamps, space heaters, and radios, offices
these days can quickly become congested with
cords and cables. Electrical cords and cables require
special care, or they can easily become tripping and
fire hazards. Look around your office and answer
the questions below:
► Are electrical cables, cords and plugs
clean and free from kinks, cuts, chemical
damage, fraying and tears?
► Do you carry equipment at its base and
never by its cord?
► Do you use extension cords only
temporarily (i.e.
remodeling, maintenance)? If you need
them longer than
temporarily, you need permanent wiring.
► Do you avoid running cords through holes
in walls, ceilings,
floors, doorways or windows?
► Do you replace damaged and defective
cords?
If you have any "no" answers, your office may have
an electrical hazard.
ACT IN TIME TO HEART ATTACK SIGNS
Heart Attack Warning Signs
June 2010
WIC NOTES
Important Baby Milestones
By the End of 3 Months
Babies develop at their own pace, so it's impossible
to tell exactly when your child will learn a given
skill. The developmental milestones listed below
will give you a general idea of the changes you can
expect, but don't be concerned if your own baby's
development takes a slightly different course.
Social and Emotional
► Begins to develop a social smile
► Enjoys playing with other people and may
cry when playing stops
► Becomes more expressive and communicates
more with face and body
► Imitates some movements and facial
expressions
Movement
► Raises head and chest when lying on
stomach
► Supports upper body with arms
when lying on stomach
► Stretches legs out and kicks when lying on
stomach or back
►Opens and shuts hands
► Pushes down on legs when feet are placed
on a firm surface
► Brings hand to mouth
► Takes swipes at dangling objects with hands
► Grasps and shades hand toys
Vision
►Watches faces intently
►Follows moving objects
►Recognizes familiar objects and people at a
distance
►Starts using hands and eyes in coordination
Hearing and Speech
► Smile at the sound of your voice
► Begins to babble
► Begins to imitate some sounds
► Turns head toward direction of sound
Health Watch
Alert your child's doctor or nurse if, by the end of 3
months of age, your child displays any of the following
signs of possible developmental delay. Most infants
do well with therapy when a developmental delay is
detected early.
► Does not seem to respond to loud noises
► Does not notice her hands by 2 months
►Does not follow moving objects, with eyes by
2 to 3 months
► Does not grasp and hold objects by 3 months
► Does not smile at people by 3 months
► Cannot support head well by 3 months
► Does not reach for and grasp toys by 3 to 4
months
► Does not babble by 3 to 4 months
► Does not bring objects to mouth by 4 months
► Has trouble moving one or both eyes in all
directions
►Crosses eyes most of the time (occasional
crossing to the eyes is normal in these first
months)
► Does not pay attention to new faces,
or seems very frightened by new faces or
surroundings
► Experiences a dramatic loss of skills he or
she once had
Heidi Lanes. WIC Nutrition Coordinator
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