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Volume 10 Issue 8

Isleta Pueblo News

Pueblo of Isleta website: www.isletapueblo.com

August 2015

From the Office of the Governor

MA GU WAM

I pray that this Newsletter finds all of

you in good health. This month has been

very busy for the Administration and

Program Services. First of all, on behalf

of the Administration, I extend our sincere

condolences to the families of the loved

ones that have passed away recently, our

prayers are with you.

Grand Re-opening of the ISLETA

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Just one year ago, our Administration and

Tribal Council discussed the feasibility

of transferring the operation and control

of the Isleta Elementary School from the

U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau

of Indian Education (BIE) to the Pueblo

of Isleta. Through the dedicated work

and perseverance of a lot of supportive

individuals this vision will become a reality

Saturday, August 1, 2015 at 9:00am as we

celebrate with the ribbon cutting ceremony

for the Grand Re-opening of the Pueblo

of Isleta Elementary School.

The Event

will be attended by guest of honor who

supported our vision to include; Sally Jewell,

Secretary United States Department

of Interior, Kevin Washburn, Assistant

Secretary for Indian Affairs, Monty

Russell, PhD, Director of Bureau of Indian

Education and other invited Congressional

Representatives and State Officials. We are

planning a fun filled day of entertainment,

food and refreshments. I personally extend

an invitation to each and every one to help

set a milestone in education for the Pueblo

of Isleta.

2015 New Mexico State and Tribal

Leaders Summit, Santa Ana Pueblo,

NM.

On July 1-2, 2015, the Pueblo of Santa Ana

hosted the 2015 State-Tribal Leadership

Summit. Susana Martinez, Governor of

the State of New Mexico, in her opening

remarks welcomed all the Tribal Leaders

stating that the summit provides State and

Tribal leaders with an excellent opportunity

to continue to work toward collaborative

solutions to the many issues of mutual

concern. Governor Martinez expressed it

was her desire to collaborate with each of

the tribes, nations, and pueblos in our state

to build a brighter future for tribal citizens

and non-tribal citizens alike.

The following topics of mutual concern

were discussed by tribal and state officials:

Natural Resources, Education, Economic

Development and Health.

Governor Eddie Paul Torres, in his opening

remarks as Chairman of the All Pueblo

Council of Governors, stated that the State-

Tribal Summit is a great opportunity to

renew the partnership for the advancement

of the state and tribal communities that we

are responsible for, and encouraged state

and tribal leadership to work together and

realize the positive outcomes we all desire.

Governor Torres placed emphasis on four

main points he wanted to share with statetribal leadership in the summit. The four

points being:

1. Pounding the table and demanding

no longer works. As tribes and the

State, we need to stick together and

work collaboratively for the benefit of the

entire State.

2. We have an incredible opportunity

to rekindle the partnership of the state

and tribal Governments for the benefit of

all our citizens, resources and life.

3. The collaboration is not a Democratic

Party issue, it is not a Republican Party

issue, and it’s not even an after party

issue. This is an issue of collaboration

and collective problem solving for the

benefit of New Mexico. This requires us

to talk with each other instead of talking

at each other.

4. The people of this state and our

respective tribes have vested trust in all

of us to work on their behalf. The most

fundamental way to fulfill this huge and

profound responsibility is to work for the

benefit of the people.

With those four points stated, Governor

Torres encouraged his fellow tribal leaders

along with Governor Martinez and state

leadership to work in partnership for the

benefit of the citizens that have placed us in

these roles of leadership and responsibility.

The State-Tribal Collaboration Act (SB 196)

requires the Governor of New Mexico meet

annually with leaders of Indian nations,

tribes and pueblos in a state-tribal summit

to address issues of mutual concern.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the

Isleta Resort and Casino

Governor Eddie P. Torres and the Isleta

Tribal Council selected Mr. Harold Baugus

to serve as the CEO for the Isleta Resort

and Casino. Mr. Baugus has 26 years of

management experience including 20 years

in tribal gaming management. Mr. Baugus

previously served as the General Manager

at the Indian Head Casino, in Warm Springs

Oregon. Mr. Baugus officially took over the

management of IRC on June 19, 2015. We

are confident in Mr. Baugus’ abilities to

bring the property to a highest standards

in the Indian Gaming Industry.

Mr. Harold Baugus, CEO for the Isleta

Resort and Casino

Message from the Governor

In anticipation of our feast days, we are all

looking forward to celebrating our customs

and traditions that serve to strengthen our

bonds as families and people of Isleta. Let

us always be mindful and give thanks to

our Great Spirits for their blessings they

shower upon us and hold in our hearts

those fond memories of our recently dearly

departed love ones and their families. May

the Great Spirit always guide you and look

over you. Thank you, Governor Eddie Paul

Torres.

2015 Per Capita Distribution

At a duly called meeting, the Tribal Council

of the Pueblo of Isleta authorized a 2015 Per

Capita distribution for Pueblo of Isleta Tribal

Members. The Per Capita distribution will be

in the amount of $2,000.00 per Tribal Member

and will be distributed in two installments.

The first installment of $950.00 will be on

August 4, 2015 and the second installment

of $1,050.00 will be on December 8, 2015.

The Pueblo of Isleta shall not withhold or

garnish any amount from the first distribution

from any individual. The Pueblo of Isleta will

withhold up to 75% of the second distribution

from individuals who have outstanding Tribal

Court judgments against them for unpaid

housing payments, court fines, child support,

civil restitutions, ditch dues, or incarceration

bills as of October 30, 2015. Distributions not

picked up or requested before February 28,

2016 will be VOID and NO Longer available.

Tribal Members that are requesting for their

Per Capita check to be mailed or picked up

by another individual must provide an Original

Notarized Letter.

The Treasurer’s Office will NOT accept

copies of the Notarized Letters.

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Isleta Pueblo News

August 2015

PROBATE NEWS

FIRST NOTICE - A Petition to Probate

the Estate of Janice Terecita Desselle,

deceased November 22, 2014. Case No.

CV-14-PRO-0008, has been filed in the

Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Courts. Any person

claiming an interest in the Estate is hereby

requested to notify the Pueblo of Isleta Tribal

Court within (30) days of this notice being

posted. A hearing in this matter has been

scheduled for Thursday, October 15, 2015

at 1:30 PM. 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. If you have

any questions, please contact the Isleta Tribal

Courts Clerk at (505) 869-9699.

FIRST NOTICE - A Petition to Probate the

Estate of Josephine Anzara, deceased

April 17, 1989. Case No. CV-14-PRO-00018,

has been filed in the Pueblo of Isleta Tribal

Courts. Any person claiming an interest in

the Estate is hereby requested to notify the

Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Court within (30) days

of this notice being posted. A hearing in this

matter has been scheduled for Thursday,

October 15, 2015 at 1:30 PM. 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. If you have any questions, please

contact the Isleta Tribal Courts Clerk at (505)

869-9699.

SECOND NOTICE – A Petition to Probate

the Will of Jose Tranqulino (Levi) Zuni,

deceased on April 8, 2015 has been filed in

the Isleta Tribal Courts, Case No.: 15-PRO000555. Any persons claiming to be an heir

or having an interest in the estate are required

to present their claims within thirty (30) days

of the Notice being published at the claims be

forever barred. Claims must be filed in writing

with the Isleta Tribal Courts Clerk, located at

the Tribal Service Complex, 3950 HWY. 47

SE, Building A, Albuquerque, NM. If you have

any questions, please contact the Isleta Tribal

Courts Clerk at (505) 869-9699.

SECOND NOTICE – A Petition to Probate

the Estate of Priscilla R. Talahaftewa,

deceased August 8, 2012. Case No. CVPRO-00034-2015, has been filed in the

Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Courts. Any person

claiming an interest in the Estate is hereby

requested to notify the Pueblo of Isleta Tribal

Court within (30) days of this notice being

posted. A hearing in this matter has been

scheduled for Wednesday, August 26, 2015

at 9:00 AM. 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. If you have

any questions, please contact the Isleta Tribal

Courts Clerk at (505) 869-9699.

SECOND NOTICE – A Petition to Probate

the Estate of Julia J. Lucero, deceased

April 9, 2012. Case No. 14-PR-000017, has

been filed in the Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Courts.

Any person claiming an interest in the Estate

is hereby requested to notify the Pueblo of

Isleta Tribal Court within (30) days of this

notice being posted. A hearing in this matter

has been scheduled for Wednesday, July

22, 2015 at 2:30 PM. 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. If

you have any questions, please contact the

Isleta Tribal Courts Clerk at (505) 869-9699.

Isleta Pueblo News

Editor:

Nathaniel Lujan

Asst. Editor:

Tara Abeita

Published By:

Valencia Express

Isleta Pueblo News

August 2015

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From The Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Court

After much thought and input from the Tribal Judges and the Appellate Court Justices we now have written rules governing the

admission of Attorneys and Spokespersons to practice before the Tribal Court. They are published herein in their entirety.

This has been in the works for quite some time and sorts out many of the conflicts and uncertainties that the Tribal Court and practitioners

have faced in the past. Attorneys and Spokespersons must now fill out a simple application form that is available from the Court and

pay a $200.00 yearly fee. This fee is waived until January 2016, but there is no fee for Attorneys or Spokespersons unless they represent

more than one client per year.

The most significant changes are that the requirements are now in writing and the Court has opened up the practice of Spokespersons

to civil, probate and criminal cases whereas in the past it was limited to criminal cases.

These rules set standards where there were none before and eliminate inconsistencies in the Court. This is another way that the Court

is opening up to pueblo members and keeping matters simple and transparent.

From the Court,

Rodney Jones, Chief Judge

Vincent Knight, Associate Judge

R. Lar Thomas, Associate Judge

RULES GOVERNING THE ADMISSION TO PRACTICE

BEFORE THE PUEBLO OF ISLETA TRIBAL COURT

These Rules are being promulgated to

define standards governing the practice

before the Tribal Court. To honor custom

and tradition, the use of lay tribal members

and descendants as Spokespersons must

be expanded to include all civil, probate

and criminal matters before the Court,

while at the same time bringing the rules

into conformity with other jurisdictions. In

addition, the requirements for practice are

made more uniform.

Rule 1. Attorneys.

A licensed Attorney who desires to practice

before this Court must be in good standing

with all other licensing authorities and shall

submit to the Court an Attorney Application

for Admission to Practice accompanied by a

letter of good standing from the State Bar

or Supreme Court of the State in which

such lawyer is duly licensed to practice

law and the Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Court

and pay a nonrefundable application fee

of $200.00. Additional requirements for

Attorney admission are as follows:

(a) Must understand general principles

of Pueblo law including the Pueblo of

Isleta Constitution, Pueblo of Isleta Law

and Order Code and Pueblo of Isleta

Court Rules; and

(b) Must know and understand Pueblo

of Isleta's Court jurisdiction and the

structure and function of the Pueblo

Court.

Rule 2. Spokespersons.

A Spokesperson who desires to represent

more than one client per year shall submit

to the Court a Spokesperson Application

for Admission to Practice and pay a

nonrefundable application fee of $200.00.

Additional requirements for Spokesperson

admission are as follows:

(a) Must be at least twenty-one (21)

years of age;

(b) Must be a Pueblo of Isleta enrolled

member or descendant with a census

number;

of Pueblo law including the Pueblo of

Isleta Constitution, Pueblo of Isleta Law

and Order Code and Pueblo of Isleta

Court Rules;

(d) Must know and understand Pueblo

of Isleta's Court jurisdiction and the

structure and function of the Pueblo

Court; and

(e) Must possesses good moral character

and have no felony convictions within

the last 10 years.

Rule 3. Representation by Attorney or

Spokesperson.

Any party to a civil, probate or criminal

action shall have the right to be represented

by an Attorney or Spokesperson of his/her

own choice and at his/her own expense

pursuant to the admission procedures set

forth herein.

Rule 4. Temporary Admission.

A licensed Attorney or Spokesperson who

desires to practice before this Court once

per calendar year on a specific case may do

so by filing a Motion in the particular case

for admission pro hac vice. All requirements

stated in Rules 1 and 2 herein apply. There

shall be no charge for admission pro hac

vice.

Rule 5. Approval or Disapproval of

Application for Admission to Practice.

All applications shall be reviewed by the

Chief Judge. If approved for admission, the

Attorney's or Spokesperson's name shall be

entered on the roster of those admitted to

practice before this Court and they shall be

provided with a Certificate of Admission. If

an applicant is denied Admission to Practice

before the Court the applicant shall receive

written notice of the denial.

Rule 6. Annual Renewal.

Annual membership fees of $200.00 are

due no later than January 15th of each

calendar year.

Rule 7. Disciplinary Procedures.

Any person admitted to practice before the

Court may be disciplined for violations of

the Pueblo of Isleta Court Rules. Discipline

Orders from other jurisdictions shall be

recognized by this Court.

a. Any complaint received regarding

a practitioner shall be forwarded to

the practitioner via certified mail. The

practitioner shall have 20 days to respond

to allegations in writing;

b. A hearing shall be set within 20

days of receipt of practitioner's response.

Any ruling made by the Court shall be

set forth in an Order and made a part of

the public record;

c. Discipline may include, but is not

limited to, a formal admonishment,

restitution, suspension from practice or

permanent disbarment from practice

before this Court;

d. All decisions regarding discipline

are final and non-appealable.

These Rules are hereby promulgated this

16 day of, 2015.

Rodney Jones, Chief Judge

Pueblo of Isleta

Appendix

Application for Admission

Oath of Admission

Certificate of Admission

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Isleta Pueblo News

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

Deadline for the September Newsletter articles is set for

Thursday, August 20 at 4:30pm. 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.

People whom 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 whom

will help you throughout the process. The Library will not

accept notes dropped off at the Library or information other

the phone to generate your article.

August 2015

DO YOU NEED A RIDE?

The Pueblo of Isleta Public Services Department has begun the process

of evaluating the feasibility of implementing transit service in the

Pueblo. We are asking the community at large to contribute opinions

and feedback for this very important community investment.

Proposed transit service could provide travel options within Isleta

destinations and connections outside of the Pueblo; potentially

connecting to other local transit providers (ABQ Ride, RailRunner

Express, etc.), shopping centers, colleges, other communities, etc... The

type and extent of transit service will be defined in this study effort and

we sincerely value your time and input into this process.

Newsletters may be found at the sixteen distribution

locations mentioned below. Remember, Digital copies of the

Newsletter may be obtained from the Newsletter archive at

http://www.isletapueblo.com/newsletters.html

There are two initial outreach efforts underway. A one page survey

is available on our website (www.isletapueblo.com ), and has been

distributed to Pueblo of Isleta Departments within the Community to

distribute and assist us in understanding potential transit needs. In

addition, the Public Services Department will be holding two Focus

Group meetings at the Elder Center to discuss the potential for desired

transit service by the community, and gain an understanding of the

potential demand and use of transit by community members.

The sixteen Newsletter distribution locations are:

The two Focus Group meetings will be held on August 18 at:

10)

11)

12)

13)

14)

15)

16)

The Administration Building (Governor’s Office):

Receptionist Desk

Census Office: Receptionist Desk

Health Center: Receptionist Desk

Housing Department: Receptionist Desk

Department of Education: Receptionist Desk

New Recreation Center: Newsletter Stand

Old Recreation Center: Front Desk

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 and

Tribal Road 84: Blue Box (See

picture for example)

Isleta Elder Center, Activities Room

10:00am – 12:00pm; and

6:00pm – 8:00pm

Your participation in one or both of these events would greatly assist

us in understanding if transit services are desired, and if so, how much

transit service could be used. If you have any questions, please contact

our consultant Project Manager, Jim Townsend at jim.townsend@

wilsonco.com or Kathy Trujillo, Transportation Division Manager for

the Pueblo of Isleta, Public Services Department at 505-869-9683.

August 2015

New Mexico

Conference on Aging

Pre-registration Underway for 37th

Annual Conference on Aging

Pre-registration is taking place for the 37th

annual New Mexico Conference on Aging, which

is scheduled for August 18-19, 2015 at the

Conference Center at the Isleta Resort & Casino

in Albuquerque. The event, sponsored by the

NM Aging and Long-Term Services Department,

provides older adults, caregivers and professionals

who work with them an opportunity to learn and have

fun in an environment that supports independence

and dignity. Approximately 1,500 individuals are

expected to attend the Conference, which features

more than 40 workshops, 60 interactive exhibits

and a health & enrichment fair. This year’s theme is

Supporting Active Aging Today-Tomorrow-Beyond.

The conference features two general

sessions:

•

On Tuesday, August 18th, Lynn Friss

Feinberg, Senior Strategic Policy Advisor

Independent Living/Long-Term Care AARP

Public Policy Institute, will present Raising

Awareness of Family Caregiving Issues: “The

Time Has Come”. In this session, Ms. Friss

Feinberg will describe the looming care gap,

highlight the economic value of caregiving and

discuss why we need action now.

•

On Wednesday, August 19th, Robert

Blancato, MPA, President, Matz, Blancato &

Associates and National Aging Network Leader

& Advocate, will present “The Future of Aging”.

In this session, Mr. Blancato will discuss the

future of the aging services network as we know

it. How are aging services changing with the

expansion of managed care, increased demand

and flat or reduced federal and state funding?

How does the aging network manage though

this transitional period? Does it emerge stronger

or does it become obsolete?

The Conference will also recognize individuals and

organizations through its awards program, and will

include a variety of entertainment reflecting New

Mexico’s cultural diversity.

The cost of the two-day conference is:

Standard Rate:

Pre-Registration: $95;

On-site Registration: $105

Older Adult Rate (Age 55 and older):

Pre-Registration: $35;

On-site Registration: $45

Students:

Pre-Registration: $35;

On-site Registration: $45

Day registration is also available:

Standard Rate:

Pre-Registration: $50/day;

On-site Registration: $60/day

Older Adult (Age 55 and older):

Pre-Registration: $20/day;

On-site Registration: $30/day

Students:

Pre-Registration: $20/day;

On-site Registration: $30/day

More information can be found on the

Department’s website at

www.nmaging.state.nm.us

or by calling 866-842-9230 or 505-222-4500.

Isleta Pueblo News

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Hello from the Census/Tribal

Enrollment Department!

We would like to remind the community

that we are now located in Governor's

office in the old Tribal Council Chambers.

Tribal Ids

Tribal Ids are issued on a daily basis from

8:30am to 11:30am and from 1:30pm to

4:00 pm. Tribal Ids are issued to Enrolled

Tribal Members as well as Enrolled Tribal

Descendants. There is no charge for new

or expired Ids; however, there is a $10.00

replacement fee for Ids which have been

lost. All files must be complete and updated

to receive a tribal id. Tribal Ids do expire

every (5) years, this assists the Pueblo of

Isleta to have current contact information

for its Tribal Members and Descendants.

Certificate of Tribal Verifications (CIBs),

BIA Form 4432

You may request a Certificate of Tribal

Verification (CIB) and a BIA Form 4432 at

any time; however, please allow a few days

for an authorized signature. BIA 4432s for

descendants will need to be taken to the

Southern Pueblos Agency for signature

and are only issued to descendants who

possess 1/2 TOTAL Indian blood. Please

do not wait until the last minute to request

for these important documents.

Death Certificate Process

Please be informed that the Pueblo

of Isleta Census/Tribal Enrollment

Department is responsible for completion

of death certificates for its Tribal Members,

unless they are taken to a mortuary. The

death certificate process begins with the

request of information from the decedent's

family; these documents may be picked

up from our office at any time. After the

documents have been returned to our

office, we will than enter the information

on the State of New Mexico Dave System

and request medical certification from the

doctor who will than certify the cause of

death, shortly after, the New Mexico State

Registrar will certify the Death Certificate.

The cost of each death certificate is $5.00

and may be paid by a money order or

check. Please allow up to six (6) weeks

in order to receive a death certificate by

mail, or once certified, death certificates

may be purchased and picked up from the

Santa Fe office ONLY.

Address Verification

There have been many requests for

address verifications. Please keep in

mind, address verifications can only be

issued by the Census/Tribal Enrollment

office. Again, please allow a day or two

for the proper authorized signature to be

obtained. Address verifications for nonmembers will only be issued to those nonmembers who have applied for Residency.

Should you have any questions for the

Census/Tribal Enrollment Department,

please feel free to contact our office at

505-869-9766. We will gladly assist best

we can with any questions or concerns.

May you all enjoy the rest of the summer!

ST. AUGUSTINE PARISH NEWS

St. Augustine Bereavement Committee will meet in the church on August 12,

2015 at 6:00 p.m. Come join us as we remember loved ones gone before us. Tell

us of treasured moments shared. Although they are no longer with us, we will

never forget them. Everyone is welcome. Call Father George at 869-3398 if any

questions. Light refreshments.

Religious Education Program

To our students of Isleta,

Our Religious Education Program will begin registration starting Sunday, August 16, 2015 after both Masses 8:00 and 10:00. We will continue to register

Sunday, August 23 and August 30, after both Masses. Classes will start

Tuesday, September 8, and Wednesday, September 9, from 4:15pm - 5:30pm at

the Language Program buildings, west of the Library.

If you have any questions with regard to the classes, please do not hesitate to

call either Father George at 505-869-3398 or Margaret Zuni, DRE at

505-264-7296. We will be more than happy to answer any questions.

St. Augustine Parish – Isleta Pueblo

With Sympathy

Ministry of Consolation

“In times of sorrow

God’s quiet waters

MISSION STATEMENT

of hope and courage flow” 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.

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Isleta Pueblo News

From the Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Court

Traffic Court

This is the second installment on how the Court works. When the Isleta Police

Department issues a traffic citation and the alleged offender chooses to

challenge the matter, the officer will issue a Court date.

The first Court date is what is known as an arraignment and this is the point

that a plea is entered. The choice of pleas are: guilty, not guilty and no contest.

If a plea of guilty is entered, the Judge will assess the prescribed penalty

for the offense. A no contest plea has the effect of a guilty plea, but you are

allowed to explain the circumstances related to your getting the citation. If the

plea is not guilty, the matter is set for trial.

At trial, the burden of proof is on the Police Department to prove the violation

beyond a reasonable doubt. The trial starts with the swearing in of all those

who are going to testify. Next, the citing police officer puts on their evidence

and the alleged offender is then allowed to ask the police officer questions

related to the case without waiving their 5th Amendment rights. The alleged

offender can then testify or simply say nothing and the Judge will make a

ruling. If testimony is given, thereby waiving your right to remain silent, then

the Police Officer can ask questions related to the case, then the Judge will

make a ruling.

If the Judge finds you not guilty, the case is over. If you are found guilty, the

Court will assess the penalty which is typically a fine. You will then be given 30

days to pay the fine or work it off with community service in the same amount

of time. Once the fine is satisfied, the case is over. If not, you start through the

system all over again. This is also true if you fail to show for your court date.

Remember, payment must be made in the form of a money order only and

made payable to Isleta Tribal Court. Payments may be made in person or by

mailing to PO Box 729, Isleta, NM 87022.

Isleta Tribal Court Process for Traffic Court

The few traffic related citations that can get you mandatory jail time are: Driving

on a Suspended or Revoked License and Reckless Driving. Please comply

with the law and above all be safe on the roadways of the Pueblo and watch

out for children and animals. We don't mind seeing you, but would rather do so

outside of the Courthouse.

From the Court,

Rodney Jones, Chief Judge

Vincent Knight, Associate Judge

R. Lar Thomas, Associate Judge

August 2015

Isleta Pueblo News

GET ON BOARD

The new school year is quickly coming

upon us! The first day of school for

children is August 10, 2015 8:00 am.

The first day of employment for the

entire staff is Monday, August 3, 2015

7:45 am. Parents: You are invited to

meet your son/daughters teachers!

Come join us at school between 12:00 pm and 7:00 pm.

It’s time to get ready to experience new learning

opportunities:

•

Exciting curriculum

Creative teachers, staff

Small classes

Extra sports/activities

Better nutrition

Improved services for students

Computer use

Class projects

Parent participation

Strong leadership

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Governor E. Paul Torres

and the

Isleta Tribal Council

Cordially invite you to attend the

Ribbon Cutting &

Grand Re-opening Ceremony for the

Pueblo of Isleta Elementary School

Saturday, August 1, 2015 9:00 a.m.

1000 Moonlight Drive

Guest of Honor

Sally Jewell, Secretary United States

Department of the Interior

Kevin Washburn, Assistant

Secretary for Indian Affairs

Please join us in this community event as our school transitions

to Tribally Controlled, operated by the Pueblo of Isleta. Local

cultural entertainment and lunch will be provided. On-site

registration for the 2015-2016 school year. Any and all Native

American children in grades Kindergarten through 6th grade

are welcome. The Pueblo of Isleta Elementary School and Pueblo

of Isleta Department of Education will also be hosting the “Backto-School Haircuts for Kids” event following opening ceremonies.

Barbers and stylists will offer free haircuts to school age children

enrolled in any school.

If you have any questions, contact the school at

(505) 869-2321 or the Pueblo of Isleta Department

of Education at (505) 869-9790.

Please join us & have your son/daughter meet the

new teachers on Thursday, August 6, 2015

We appreciate your support to help make

Isleta Elementary School a success!

Isleta Health Center

Does your child need a physical for school?

Call us today at 869-4089 to make a summer appointment

for your child’s physical exam. Please bring all required forms

to the appointment. Patients under 18 years of age must be

accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

THE MEDICAL CLINIC DOES NOT ACCEPT WALK-IN

PATIENTS FOR PHYSICALS.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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August 2015

PRC will assist with payment

for medical services only.

PRC does not cover

Durable Medical Equipment like

Orthopedic braces,

crutches, wheelchairs,

hospital beds.

PRC does not cover Labs at

other facilities.

PRC does not cover

pharmacy, rehab

services or long term

care facilities.

Call PRC for more

information.

869-4488

It's that time of the year

Johnson-O'Malley

School Supply Distribution

The Pueblo of Isleta Johnson-O'Malley Program has partnered to provide free school

supplies and back-packs to JOM eligible students. To accommodate your schedule we

have provided a list of times for the mandatory meetings. A parent or legal guardian must

attend an information session to receive school supplies and a backpack, no exceptions.

Supply distribution will be held at the Department of Education, JOM barrack (located

behind the Library/Dept. of Ed Complex). Backpacks are available on a first come first

serve basis.

Pueblo of Isleta JOM Program eligible students include all Native American students

enrolled in the Los Lunas Public School District and Isleta students enrolled in the

Albuquerque Public School District.

Monday, August 3, 2015 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m., and 5:30

Tuesday, August 4, 2015 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m., and 5:30

Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m., and 5:30

Thursday, August 6, 2015 - 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m., and 5:30

Last chance meeting will be held Saturday, August 8, 2015 @ 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., with

a final meeting at 12:30 p.m.

A Certificate of Indian Blood must be on file or provided to receive free supplies and

a backpack. Per 25 CFR 273.12, eligible students are ages 3 through 12th grade

enrolled in a public school. Such student must be a member of a tribe or at least

have 1/4 or more degree Indian blood. If you require further assistance or have

questions please do not hesitate to contact Beverly Piro or Lisa Smith at the Pueblo of

Isleta Department of Education, 505 869-9790.

August 2015

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Isleta Head Start & Early Head Start

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

For the 2015-2016 program year!!

**Head Start applications are accepted for children

ages 3 years (as of August 31, 2015) up to 5 years of

age

**Early Head Start applications are accepted for

families that are Prenatal up to age 30 months

Early Head Start Center-Based option can accept

children as early as 3 months (classroom age assignment

may vary dependent upon the need demonstrated by

applications received)

Early Head Start Home-Based option assigns a

Home Visitor to each family who provides weekly

activities, education, & support in the home

This option is open for Expecting Mothers and children

up to age 3 years

**The following items are needed to fill out an

application:

√

Tribal Identification w/CIB # (REQUIRED if

residence is outside the reservation)

√

Proof of Residency

(New Mexico Driver’s License, Utility Bill,

Government/Tribal ID)

√

Proof of income for previous 12 months

(Such as: Public Assistance Award Letter,

2014 tax forms, W-2’s, paystubs for last 12

months, etc.)

√

Proof of Child’s Birth

(State issued Birth Certificate, CIB

Letter, Baptismal Letter)

√

A copy of your child’s IFSP/IEP (if applicable)

√

For Prenatal option, Pregnant Mothers need to

provide proof of pregnancy

Please do not delay, call 869-9796 and schedule your

application appointment today!

There are still slots available for both programs.

Please make an appointment to complete your

child’s application ASAP as program staff will have

limited availability to take applications during the

month of August due to Professional Development

training.

Head Start, Early Head

Start, & Child Care

The Pueblo of Isleta Head Start & Child Care Program is

wrapping up our 2014-2015 program year! Thank you to

all the families that made this an excellent year!!

The last day for all Head Start children was on May 29,

2015 and the last day for the Early Head Start and Child

Care children is on July 24, 2015.

The new program year will begin on Tuesday, September

8, 2015. All Head Start, Early Head Start, Child Care

children will begin on this day. Parents please remember

to have all of your child’s health documents turned in

before this date or your child’s services will be delayed.

For those who have not signed up yet, the Program still

has room for 3-5 year olds in the Head Start Program and

room for Prenatal Mothers and children age 0-30 months

old in the Early Head Start Home-Based option. The

Program also has open slots for children 20 months to 4

years old in the full-day Child Care Program.

If you are interested in completing an application for any

one of these programs, please call 869-9796.

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Properly dispose of your

Household Hazardous Waste!

Isleta Pueblo households will be able to drop

off household hazardous waste at the Transfer

Station from now through Wednesday,

September 9th, 2015. Solid Waste will be

coordinating this special disposal event with

other Pueblos and tribes in New Mexico.

When you drop off your Household Hazardous

Waste at the Transfer Station, please notify the

Attendant.

REMINDER: The Transfer Station is open

7 days a week 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. except

Federal or Tribal Holidays or when closed by

Order of the Governor.

By disposing of your unwanted or unused items,

you will be helping to keep our community

clean. We will accept:

August 2015

Free Pesticide Disposal Event: Saturday, August 13, 2015

LOCATION:

TIME:

SPONSOR:

Bernalillo County Extension Office

1510 Menaul Blvd NW, Albuquerque NM

8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

New Mexico Department of Agriculture

Since NMDA started a pesticide disposal program over 8 years ago, thousands of pounds of

unwanted chemicals have been collected and disposed of safely. Disposing of canceled, banned

or unwanted agricultural and commercial pesticides poses a significant challenge to agricultural

producers and other pesticide users due to its high cost, but proper disposal eliminates a potential

threat to health and the environment.

NMDA’s program provides free, safe disposal of unwanted pesticides to agricultural producers,

pesticide dealers, pest control firms, golf courses, government agencies, and homeowners. Annual

fees paid by manufacturers and distributors to register their pesticides in New Mexico cover all

costs. NMDA rotates collections around the state, holding events in different communities each

year to reach New Mexicans in all geographical areas.

How To Participate

•

Drain Openers

•

Oven Cleaners

•

Automotive Oil and Fuel Additives

•

Antifreeze

•

Gasoline

•

Grease and Rust Removers

Only pesticides (herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, weed-and-feed products, etc.) are eligible

to be disposed of under this program. After you’ve gathered your unwanted pesticides, try to

identify any which do not have a legible label. Place any leaky or broken bags or containers in a

containment bag or drum liner so they will not contaminate your vehicle. You must get them safely

to the collection site so make sure your load is secure and will not shift during transport.

At the collection site trained and equipped personnel will unload your vehicle, re-package your

pesticides, and load them on their trucks for transport to an approved hazardous waste disposal

site. No personal information will be collected but you will be asked to fill out a brief, anonymous

survey as a condition of your participation.

If you have questions please call Irene King at 575-646-2733.

•

Glue and adhesives

Safety Precautions

•

Bug and Weed Killers

•

Mold and Mildew Removers

•

Paint, Paint Thinners, Strippers and

•

Removers

•

Carburetor and fuel injection cleaners

•

Air conditioning refrigerants

•

Starter fluids

•

Metal cleaners and polishers

•

Fertilizer

•

Fungicides and wood preservatives

•

Batteries (all kinds), if not leaking

•

Finishes and stains

•

Mineral spirits

•

Acetone

•

Denatured alcohol

•

Compressed gas cylinders

•

Propane bottles, small propane tanks

•

Fire extinguisher (maximum 2 per

•

Don’t eat, drink or smoke while handling pesticides!

Wear appropriate protective gear when handling pesticides, especially any broken or

fragile containers.

If possible, identify any pesticides whose labels are not clear with a sticky label, marker

or similar.

Leaking or broken packages, whether dry or liquid, should be placed in a sturdy plastic

bag, 5-gallon bucket, plastic bin, drum or other container that will contain any leaks.

Brace or tie down items in your truck or in the trunk of your car to prevent shifting while

in route.

Drive directly to the collection site after your pesticides are securely loaded. Drive

carefully, please! You are responsible for any spills and clean up on your way to the

collection site.

Please stay clear during unloading to ensure your safety as well as that of the workers

on site.

household)

•

Fluorescent light bulbs or compact

fluorescent light bulbs

•

Lab chemicals

•

Mercury

•

Smoke detectors

•

Cleaning supplies

•

Aerosols

•

Poisons

•

Corrosives/Photographics

•

Pool chemicals

If you would like more information about

this upcoming Household Hazardous Waste

collection event, please call the Environment

Division at 869-7565.

The Environment Division would like to thank all the participants and the

community for coming out to the 2nd Annual Environmental Fair on July 18, 2015.

In total, there were 55 exhibitors. We had a good crowd and lots of interesting

information and freebees. From hawks to snakes and everything in between, there

was something for everyone to enjoy. Thank you to Governor Torres and both

Lieutenants for providing lunch. We hope this event gets bigger and better as the

years go on.

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August 2015

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Animal Control News

your head with your fingers tucked under,

and cover your ears and sides of your face

with your arms. Pull your legs up put

your face into your lap to protect your face.

Remain in the position until the dog leaves.

Remember to always be calm when an

unknown dog approaches, never run, and

avoid shouting and screaming as it may

draw the dog’s attention to you.

Animal control would like to thank Sherry

Mangold and her team of volunteers from

Animal Protection of New Mexico for

coming out and giving the “bite awareness”

presentation to the elderly and the kids

who attended the language program. The

program teaches how to prevent bites from

dogs and what to do when an unknown

dog is loose and comes near. The program

demonstrates scenarios in which dogs may

have a tendency to bite, even when we

know the animal. One example discussed

is when a dog is eating. It is never a good

idea to bother a dog while it is eating. The

dog could think that you may be taking its

food away and may become protective and

bite. Another situation they discussed is

never bother a dog when it is protecting its

territory, this includes a fenced yard, a car

or the area where the dog is kept. Never

put your hand into the window of a car or

over a fence to pet the dog or you may get

bit. When a dog is sleeping, is yet again

another example when a dog should not

be bothered. When a dog is sleeping and

suddenly awakened it may react by biting.

When a dog is loose and is unknown to

whom it belongs to, it is best to leave the

dog alone. If the dog sees you and comes

in your direction do not run, instead stand

still and act like a “tree”. If you run, the

dog’s natural instinct to chase its prey will

take over increasing the chances of getting

bit. If you do come in contact with a stray

dog, let the dog approach and allow it sniff

you. At times it may be scary, but ignore

the dog; it will eventually become bored

with you and leave. If the dog is coming at

you with its teeth showing and growling be

as calm as possible, if you have anything

in your hands or wearing a cap or sweater

throw it near the dog to distract it for a few

seconds so that you can back away. Once

again, never run, as dogs can run much

faster than we can. If a dog should begin

attacking and you are knocked down, think

of and be a “rock”, grasp your hands behind

Summer Safety tip for your dog

We have been fortunate to have lots of rain

and it has helped in keeping the days on

the cooler side. With summer in full swing

we still have many hot days ahead. We are

asking the public to never leave your dog in

your car. If you must run errands it is best

to leave your dog at home. Leaving your dog

in your car can be deadly. The temperature

inside a car can rise up to 40 degrees higher

than the temperature outside, even with the

windows cracked. On a relatively warm day

the temperature inside a vehicle can reach

120 degrees. Parking your car in the shade

or leaving the air conditioning on does not

ensure the safety of your dog. We must

remember that dogs do not sweat like we do

and therefore it is much harder for them to

cool down, increasing the chances of having

heat stroke. The best way to keep your dog

safe and avoid heat stroke is to leave it at

home. With this in mind let us keep our

pets safe and have a great summer.

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August 2015

Pueblo Of Isleta Elder Center:

Activities:

Evening Hours:

Home Delivered Meals:

During the month of July 2015, the Isleta

Elder Center was proud to sponsor some

of our community’s amazing Senior

Olympic athletes in helping them to

attend the 2015 National Senior Games

in Minneapolis, MN. These athletes not

only represented the Pueblo of Isleta but

the State of New Mexico as well. These

inspiring individuals were successful in

bringing back 4 metals in various age

categories from the National Senior

Games out of 9 participants from Isleta

Pueblo. These Isleta Pueblo Athletes

include:

The Activity Room at the Isleta Elder

Center has extended our hours 3 days

week to give everyone 50 years and

older a chance to utilize the facility. The

Isleta Elder Center’s activity room offers

a variety of equipment for everyone to

use such as a Pool Table, Table Tennis,

Indoor Shuffleboard Court, Exercise

Equipment, Outdoor patio w/Basketball

half court, as well as a TV & Lounge

area. Various Leagues and exercise

activities will be starting in August.

Evening Hour Days & Times are:

Individuals who receive a home

delivered meal need to please call

24 hours in advance if you are

planning to cancel your meal for the

next day. If you have any questions

please contact the Elder Center at

(505)869-9770.

Gloria Analla: 2nd Place Shuffleboard

Shirley Jojola: 3rd Place Shuffleboard

Alberta Lente: 3rd Place Shuffleboard

Isabel Carpio: 3rd Place Shuffleboard

Lavern Doyle: Shuffleboard

Lillian Jaramillo: Shuffleboard

Pauline Lente: Shuffleboard

Lawrence Abeita: Bowling

Theresa Padilla: Bowling

All of these athletes did an outstanding

job throughout the year and worked hard

to attend these games. If you would like

to know more about the 2015 National

Senior Games please visit their website

at NSGA.com.

Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays

Time: 4:30pm – 7:30pm

If you have any questions or would like

to know about what the activities area

has to offer please contact Eugene Jojola:

Activities Coordinator at (505)869-9770.

Elder Center Cafeteria:

The Isleta Elder Center cafeteria offers

a free daily lunch to those 55 years old

and up. The Elder Center’s Culinary

Team puts together a menu each month

with a list of delicious daily meals for

everyone to enjoy. Lunch is offered daily

from 12:00pm – 1:00pm.

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August 2015

Pueblo of Isleta

Veteran’s Association

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2015 Senior Olympic Games

The Pueblo of Isleta Veteran’s Association was honored on June 22, 2015,

by the presentation of an American Flag, by the Blue Star Mothers of

Valencia County (BSMVC), which was flown aboard our U.S. Military

Aircraft over the Middle East. The Flag was presented to the Association

by Barbara Carlberg, President of BSMVC, along with an official U.S.

Air Force certificate of its authenticity which was accompanied by official

signatures from personnel who were responsible in securing the flag

during its flight. The certificate reads as follows:

United States Air Force

This is to certify the accompanying American Flag was flown on

the 7th day of December 2014, in your honor, aboard a USAF

C-130 Aircraft during combat support missions over the skies of

Iraq and Kuwait.

This flag is presented to the Pueblo of Isleta Veterans Association

On behalf of Blue Star Mothers of Valencia County, the men and

women of the 737th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron and the crew

of Chrome 63 while deployed to Southwest Asia, Supporting

America’s war on terrorism through Operation Inherent Resolve.

The flag was accepted by Commander Fred Lujan on behalf of the

Association along with other veterans who were present at this memorable

meeting. The flag will be placed in the Veteran’s Association complex

being constructed Los Charos off state highway 314, which is slated to

be completed in 2016. The Blue Star Mothers of Valencia County is a

support organization for the members of our military, both active duty

and veterans. The Association thanks the BSMVC for its commitment

and untiring support of our military personnel.

M. Elaine Lujan brings Gold

Medal back to Isleta Pueblo

from the 2015 Senior Olympic

Games held in Roswell,

New Mexico. Elaine posted

a scratch score of 88 in golf

to capture the Gold Medal

in her age category. The

conditions were perfect for

golf in Roswell with a pleasant

temperature in the upper 80’s

in June 4, 2015. Elaine noted

that she was very pleased

with her performance and

worked extra hard to be

competitive and to represent Isleta Pueblo on the challenges

and demands of playing golf on a course unfamiliar to her.

Elaine and her husband Diego frequently play golf at the

Isleta Eagle Golf course and will continue to play for the fun,

enjoyment and healthy attributes gained from such athletic

activities. Elaine thanks Isleta Pueblo for supporting her

and her husband during the Senior Olympic Games in

which they both participated. Once again, congratulations

to Elaine on a job well done.

Tribal Road 40, Building 117A

Isleta Pueblo, NM

ATTENTION:

Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Members

The following represent names of Pueblo of Isleta Veterans who were not

previously listed.

Herman Lucero

USAF

Michael L. Jiron

USAF

Donald Lucero

U.S. Army

James Jojola JR

U.S. Army

John D Jojola JR

U.S. Army

Jose Abelicio Zuni

U.S. Army

Chery Michelle Valencia US Coast Gd Andrew Patrick Abeita USMC

Michael Jojola JR

USMC

Elizabeth Blanchard U.S. Navy

Shirley Blanchard

U.S. Navy

Ernest Romero

Jose Lupe Perfirio Salazar USMC

U.S. Navy

Jose Felipe Salazar U.S. Army

Augustine A Torrez U.S. Army

Cheryldine Michelle Valencia is currently serving in the U.S. Coast

Guard. She is 24 years old and is stationed at East Moriches, Long Island

NY. Ms. Valencia is the granddaughter of Jose L. Keryte AKA “Snookie”

and Angelina Keryte. A big salute to Ms. Valencia and to all other pueblo

members who are currently serving in the Armed Forces.

On June 22, 2015 Brig. General Andrew Salas, the New Mexico National

Guard Adjutant General attended our meeting and thanked us for serving

and also for our time and commitment for helping veterans and their

families. “You have all paid a high price for protecting the freedoms and

the lands that God has blessed us with”. The general especially thanked

the Vietnam Veterans who not only endured combat, but endured an

“unwelcome homecoming”. We were honored to have Gen. Salas at our

meeting.

For any Tribal Member interested in selling land and/or

needs help with selling land within the Pueblo of Isleta

Reservation, please contact Executive Director Sheila

Herrera of Tiwa Lending Services at (505)-916-0556 or

by email sheila@tiwalending.org

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August 2015

PUEBLO OF ISLETA PUBLIC LIBRARY

Hello again, People of the Island. Well, it is August, which means it is Per Capita and Feast Season, so

beware of them Feast Beast as they are awaking like the sleeping bears of spring. It’s also time for parents

and guardians to panic about school supplies and the long lines during tax exempt weekend so they may

celebrate when the children return to school.

NEWS

This school year of 2015-16 will be the

Library’s last year of hosting the Homework

Help Program. Rather than ending the

Homework Help Program “cold turkey” we

will phase it out slowly. For the first half of

school (August-December) we will have an

open registration for twenty-five students

and for the second half of school we will

reduce the number of students to ten.

The Library will only be responsible for

helping those enrolled students with their

homework. Excess students in need of

help with school work will need to take

advantage of other services offered by

Departments whose goals and objectives

are solely on and in education.

Last school year, the Library housed an

average of sixty to seventy students after

school. With this amount of students we

neglected our library duties as well as our

teens, young adults, and adult patrons.

As a Public Library we are one of few

Departments on the reservation with

the ability to create programs which are

not limited to gender, age, class, ethnic

background, or blood quantum. Therefore,

we would like to take advantage of this rare

circumstance and provide you with services

which you may not have been able to take

advantage of for whatever reasons.

We appreciate the company and the job

security which your children provide us

with, but that many students and very

few staff members, the atmosphere can

easily turn for the worse.

Therefore,

hopefully you understand our reasons

for refocusing our goals as a Library

and to allow those Departments with an

Education background to take a lead with

Homework Help Program. Your students

are still welcome to visit, hang out, and to

participate in our new programs.

This will mean the Library staff will focus