Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Announcements

GED Testing Fee Increase

2012-01-13T16:31:06-07:00

NOTICE

Effective February 1, 2012, GED testing fees will be $85.00 for all non-community members.

Payment by money order only. NO cash or personal checks.

Information? Call Yolanda Ruiz at 480-362-2560.

ECEC Now Accepting Applications for the 2012-2013 School Year

2012-03-09T09:03:35-07:00

Enrolling children ages 0-5 for the 2012-2013 school year.

Must submit:

Completed application Tribal ID (required for Full Day services)
Most recent statement of income
Child's birth certificate
Child's current immunization record
Child's social security card
< 3 yrs old must live in SRPMIC
>3 years old must live in Phoenix, Mesa, Tempe, or Scottsdale (inc. SRPMIC)
Pregnant women may apply

Deadline: June 1st 2012

For question about eligibility & program options, please contact Enrollment:
480-362-2200
480-362-2222

Summer Camp

2012-04-10T10:22:08-07:00

SUMMER CAMP 2012

Around the World in 50 Days!

Weekly Themes - Dress Up Days - Field Trips - Swimming - Daily Breakfast & Lunch - Special Events - Intramurals

Camp Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Ages: 6-12 yr. olds

Teen Center: 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm Ages: 13-18 yr. olds

(newly renovated Teen Center!)

Please visit our website or the Lehi or Red Mountain Branches for more details! Hurry, before spaces fill up!!

Lehi Branch: 1231 E Oak St., Mesa, AZ 85203;

PH: 480-850-4453; http://lehibranch.bgcs.org

Red Mountain Branch: 11889 E Glenrosa Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85256

PH: 480-947-1798

May 2012 - Group Exercise Classes

2012-05-01T10:52:57-07:00

May 2012 - Group Exercise Classes
Diabetes Program - Salt River Fitness Center
**10,005 E. Osborn Rd, Scottsdale AZ 85256**480-362-7320, Building #32**

Memorial Day Monday, May 28th

Salt River Fitness Center will be CLOSED

MONDAY

11:05AM-11:50AM
STRETCH YOGA w/Rachel
12:05PM-12:50PM
45 CYCLE w/Rachel
5:30PM-6:30PM
LO CARDIO & SCULPT w/Jason
6:30PM-7:15PM
SENIOR DANCE 55+ w/Roberta

**Memorial Day May 28th No Classes**

TUESDAY

9:30AM-10:00AM
YS - Mousercise
11:05AM-11:50AM
ABS ATTACK! w/Jason

STEP N SCULPT w/Rachel (May 22nd)

No Class May 29th
12:05PM-12:50PM
TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING w/Dion
5:30PM-6:30PM
45 CYCLE w/Rachel
6:30PM-7:15PM
BOXING w/Nevelle

WEDNESDAY

11:05AM-11:50AM
CIRCUIT STATION w/Michelle

No Class May 30th
12:05PM-12:50PM
CARDIO MIX w/Rachel

ZUMBA w/Robin (May 16th)

TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING w/Dion (May 30th)
5:30PM-6:30PM
STEP N SCULPT w/Rachel (May 1st & 16th)

CARDIO KICKBOXING w/Rachel (May 9th & 23)

ABS ATTACK! w/Jason (May 30th)

THURSDAY

9:30AM-10:00AM
YS - Mousercise
11:05AM-11:50AM
45 CYCLE w/Jason

No Class May 31st
12:05PM-12:50PM
ZUMBA w/Robin
5:30PM-6:30PM
ZUMBA w/Erniestina

FRIDAY

Salt River Fitness Center CLOSED Friday, May 18

10:00AM to 12:00PM

Health Service Staff Mandatory Meeting

12:05PM-12:50PM
SPINNING w/Michelle
5:30PM-6:30PM
ZUMBA & SCULPT (Basic)
w/Rachel

Remember to bring a workout towel and a water bottle with you. Most of all enjoy yourself during your workout. ?
Classes may be canceled or substituted by another instructor or change in format, should the instructor opt out for some reason (i.e. illness, leave, training or etc.)

Salt River Fitness Center Hours:
6:00 am - 7:30 pm (Monday thru Thursday)

6:00 am - 6:30 pm (Friday)

CLOSED (Saturday & Sunday)

Fitness Center maybe CLOSED due to holidays, program events, shortage of staff, mandatory meetings, etc. Signs will be posted of facility, email & on the intranet - Announcement.

**All new and current Fitness Center must fill out a Health History Form prior to using the Diabetes Program's Fitness Centers** You may be required to fill out a Medical Clearance Form**

Facility is open to SRPMIC Enrolled Members & household family members i.e. spouse & children, SRPMIC Residence, Tribal Government Employees & Enterprise Employees (Casino AZ, Talking Stick Resort, Landfill, Devco, FSI, SRMG, Talking Stick and Golf, Salt River Fields)

Please have Tribal ID, employee ID or proof of residency with you when signing up.

Question? Call the SR Fitness Center Staff @ 480.362.7320

---MAY & JUNE BOARD VACANCIES---

2012-05-09T16:36:52-07:00

PLEASE POST FOR PUBLIC INFORMATION.

The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Council is seeking applicants for the following boards.

To apply:

1. Pick up an application from the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community administration Department front desk or e-mail your request to ardell.moore@srpmic-nsn.gov or erica.harvier@srpmic-nsn.gov.
2. Specify which board you would like to apply for, as there may be a more detailed application for that board.
3. Fill out the application completely. INCOMPLETE AND/OR UNSIGNED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
4. Submit application by 5:00pm on the closing date.
5. Generally, it takes a couple of weeks before the applications are presented to the Council for appointment.
6. If appointed, you will be contacted by the Council Secretary.
7. Any questions, contact the Council Secretary at 480-362-7466 or 362-7469.
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**Education: Deadline: Friday, May 25, 2012

**LEC, LMB, & SRFSI - Deadline: June 22, 2012

EDUCATION BOARD

(2) Community Member Representatives

IMPORTANT NOTE: There is an application specifically for the Education Board because of the Special Clearances required. When picking up an application make sure you inform Administration that you need an Education Board Application.

* Willing to serve a 3-year term.
* Applicant must be at least 25 years of age.
* Must be a dedicated person committed to the Mission of the Community's Education Department.
* Education Department and/or SRPMI Community Schools employees are not eligible to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES
* Attendance at regular, special, and educational meetings, work sessions, conferences, workshops, interviews, and special events within and outside of the community and state.
* Members may also be selected for sub-committees.

CLEARANCES
* Members are required to pass a background, drug test, and fingerprint check.

MEETINGS
* Regular Board meetings are normally held the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month, starting at 5:15pm. "Special" meetings and Work Sessions are scheduled as needed, normally at 5:15pm, however, daytime (8am-5pm) hours may be necessary.

STIPEND
* Members receive a stipend for Regular and "Special" meetings only.

SALT RIVER FINANCIAL SERVICES INSTITUTE (SRFSI)

(1) LEHI COMMUNITY MEMBER REPRESENTATIVE

Created by Salt River Ordinance on April 5, 2006 to provide opportunities for housing and business development through loan products, financial education and business coaching. This organization is a non-profit entity of the Community and also fits the definition of Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) from the United States Department of Treasury.

Qualifications:
>Must an enrolled SRPMIC member and a resident of Lehi.
>Willing and able to serve a three-year term.
>Dedicated towards the purpose of this foundation.
> Offer creative, positive ideas and input to help reach goals of the foundation.
> Able to attend regular and special called meetings.
>Members receive a stipend for Regular meetings.

LAW ENFORCEMENT COMMISSION

(1) COMMUNITY MEMBER REPRESENTATIVE

SRPMIC MEMBERS MAY APPLY TO SERVE AS AN AT-LARGE REPRESENTATIVE ON THE LAW ENFORCEMENT COMMISSION.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Be willing to serve a three-year term
* Be willing and able to regularly attend meetings
* Have knowledge of the Community's vision and land issues
* Experience in some of the following areas would be helpful: Law Enforcement, Community Code of Ordinances
* Additionally applicants will be required to authorize the SRPD to investigate his/her background through the National Crime Information Center and the AZ Criminal Information Center
* Applicants must pass a drug screening, fingerprinting, and background check and sign a Code of Ethics statement.
* If selected, prior to being seated on the LEC, shall execute a sworn affidavit that certifies that s/he has:
- No current outstanding warrants from any jurisdiction or currently under investigation in any jurisdiction.
- No misdemeanor criminal history for the previous four (4) years in any jurisdiction.
- Never have been convicted of a felony from any jurisdiction.
- No more than two (2) moving traffic violations within the last year in any jurisdiction.
- Not been terminated from a Police Department, SRP-MIC Department of Corrections from any jurisdiction, for any reason; and,
- No termination from any place of employment for reasons involving moral turpitude.

The purpose of the Law Enforcement Commission is to aid in the effective, efficient and objective provision of police and corrections services to members and residents of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC).

The Law Enforcement Commission shall assist the SRPMIC Police Department and the Department of Corrections by acting as a liaison with the Community in matters involving the SRP-MIC Police Department and the Department of Corrections needs and concerns. Commissioners receive a stipend for meetings and approved activities related to Commission duties.

WHEN APPLYING, PLEASE ASK FOR AN LEC APPLICATION.

LAND MANAGEMENT BOARD

(1) COMMUNITY MEMBER REPRESENTATIVE

As a Community Member Representative the desired qualities and responsibilities are as follows:

*Serve under the direction of the SRPMIC Tribal Council

* Attend Meetings on the second and fourth Monday of each month, or when necessarily called upon.
* Make committed decisions for the Community integrity and Indian Culture.
* Responsible to make recommendations on proposals submitted for the development of land within the SRPMIC.
* Able to attend workshops or conferences.
* Follow procedures according to Salt River Ordinances Section 17-6.

As a board member you will receive a paid stipend for regular and special meetings.

Positions Opening Week of May 14th, 2012

2012-05-14T09:27:23-07:00

Position Opening Week of May 14th, 2012

Open to the Community & Public

Health & Human Services - Psychiatrist - Continuous
Treasury - Treasurer - Continuous
Fire - Firefighter/EMT - 05/17/2012
Fire - Firefighter/Paramedic - 05/17/2012
Administration - Secretary - 05/18/2012
Legal Services - Clerk - 05/19/2012
Housing - Resident Management Services Manager - 05/20/2012
Court - Data Entry Operator - 05/22/2012
Health & Human Services - Certified Diabetes Educator - 05/23/2012
Treasury - Deputy Treasurer - 05/24/2012
Housing - Housing Maintenance Laborer - 05/26/2012
Human Resources - Vocational Rehabilitation Program Manager - 05/26/2012
Information Technology - Desktop Specialist I - 05/28/2012
Prosecutor - Deputy Prosecutor - 05/28/2012
Community Regulatory Agency - Surveillance Officer - 05/28/2012

For more information on these positions please contact the Recruitment Division at 480-362-7925. To apply for any of these positions a completed a SRPMIC Employment Application is required.

A resume may supplement an application however, a resume alone will not be considered. SRPMIC is an "Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer." Preference will be given to a qualified Community Member, then a qualified Native American and then other qualified candidate.

For Community member/Native American preference, applicant must submit a copy of Tribal Enrollment card or CIB which indicates enrollment in a Federally Recognized Native American Tribe by one of the following methods:
1) Attach to application
2) Fax: 480-362-5860
3) Mail or hand delivers to Human Resources.

Documentation must be received by position closing date.

Round House Cafe Wednesday May 16th

2012-05-15T08:11:28-07:00

Click this link to visit the
Round House Cafe Internet Website

Wednesday May 16th 2012
Round House Cafe Menu
All Specials are "While Supplies Last"
Cafe Hours: Breakfast 7 to 9:30; Lunch 11 to 1:30
Cafe Open 7 am to 2:30 pm every Community Business Day
Breakfast Special: Ham, Egg & Cheese English Muffin
Red Mountain Grill: BBQ Cheddar Angus Burger
The Frying Pan: Lemon Basil Shrimp Cavatappi
Harvest Basket Deli: Ultimate Ham & Cheese Panini
Quail Run Express: Brown Rice Turkey Soup

Tortillas made fresh daily, six/$5; 12/$9; Order at 480-362-5537 or 38
Frybread & Popover Tacos available daily at the grill

Sign up to receive Daily Cafe E-Mail news
and get a $2.00 coupon!
Send an email to Paul.Johnston@srpmic-nsn.gov and type
"Add me to the list" in the information line
and we'll send you a coupon for $2.00!

Coming Events
at the Round House Cafe
Summer Kickoff Outdoor BBQ Thurs 5/24

Round House Cafe Thursday May 17th

2012-05-16T09:50:16-07:00

Click this link to visit the
Round House Cafe Internet Website

Thursday May 17th 2012
Round House Cafe Menu
All Specials are "While Supplies Last"
Cafe Hours: Breakfast 7 to 9:30; Lunch 11 to 1:30
Cafe Open 7 am to 2:30 pm every Community Business Day
Breakfast Special: Egg, Potato & Corned Beef Skillet
Red Mountain Grill: Texas Turkey Burger
The Frying Pan: Carved Roast Turkey
Harvest Basket Deli: Shrimp Salad Croissant
Quail Run Express: Chilled Gazpacho Soup

The Arts at Devine Legacy

2012-05-11T16:53:42-07:00

Native American Connections

The Arts at Devine Legacy

Friday, May 18th, 2012

5:00pm - 8:00pm

4570 N. Central Ave.

Phoenix

FREE to all ages

Come Celebrate Native Art and the unveiling of artwork by Randy Kemp & David Montour created especially for the Devine Legacy Community

Featured Artists:

Randy Kemp, David Montour, Shamie Encinas, Damian Jim Averian Chee, Eddie Yazzie and Phoenix Black Photography Group

Performances by:

Artificial Red, Shining Soul, The Rise Project and DJ/Emcee Matthew Vaiza

Food Vendor:

The Sacred Hogan

For more information:

Antonio Maestas

P. (480) 823-1611

a.maestas@nativeconnections.org

BEAT THE HEAT! 10 MILE RELAY, 2-MILE & KID'S 1-MILE

2012-05-02T09:39:00-07:00

Beat The Heat!

10-Mile Relay Run,2-mile & Kids 1-mile

Saturday, May 19th

"We welcome all runners & walkers!"

Onsite registration: 6:30am - 7:15am

Where:

Salt River High School Athletics Parking Lot

(Chaparral between Country Club & Center)

7:15 am
Kid's 1-mile: Event is open to youth 12 and under.

7:30 am
10-Mile Relay Run:

Relay will consist of 2 individuals.
Team can be all male, all female or co-ed.
Two different 5-mile routes out & back.
Relay participants must be 13 yrs and older.
Must be able to do a 12 minute Mile or faster.
Relay must be completed in 2-hour or less.
NO INDIVIDUAL ENTRIES!!!

7:35 am
2-Mile: Run or Walk this 2 mile asphalt and gravel route out & back .

Prizes:
1st & 2nd place team in 10-mile relay
1st & 2nd place adult & youth in 2-mile.
1st & 2nd & 3rd place male & female in kid's 1-mile.

INCENTIVE TO FIRST 50 PARTICIPANTS!

QUESTION CALL 480-362-7320

Registrations can be emailed to

rachel.seepie@srpmic-nsn.gov

SPRING INTO SUMMER FITNESS CHALLENGE

2012-05-03T09:32:39-07:00

SPRING INTO SUMMER FITNESS CHALLENGE

Do you need a little push to help adopt a healthy lifestyle or a way to stay on track? Regardless of your fitness goal, the Spring into Summer Fitness Challenge is here to assist you in meeting your goal.

3 individuals
per team

(all female, all male or co-ed)

ASSESSMENT will consist of:
weight, body fat percentage, and waist measurement

PLEASE WEAR WORKOUT ATTIRE FOR AN ACCURATE ASSESSMENT

REGISTRATION BEGINS
Wednesday May 7 to May 18

At which time you will complete the necessary forms:

Personal Health History Form (if applicable)
Challenge Registration Form
Medical Clearance Form (if applicable)

Challenge STARTS Monday May 21
Challenge ENDS Sunday July 29

For more information contact

Salt River Fitness Center Staff at 480.362.7320.

LEHI Foster Care Program Information

2012-05-11T16:52:20-07:00

Salt River Foster Care Program Information

Lehi Residents please join the Foster Care Program for information on becoming a community foster home.

We will be having snacks and drinks. If you have any questions on beginning the process of foster parenting please come on over. Let's get started.

Lehi Boys and Girls Club
On May 24, 2012
From 5:00-6:30pm
~Be A HERO to a child~
Become a Foster Parent
RSVP @ 480-362-7359

Salt River Foster Care Program
Office: 480-362-5645
Fax: 480-362-5574

SALT RIVER & LEHI POOLS

2012-05-16T09:50:35-07:00

Salt River & Lehi Pool
Grand Opening

Saturday May 26th
1:00pm - 6:00pm
fUN - FOOd & PriZes!

For more information please contact: The Salt River Recreation Department 480.362-6360
http://www.srpmic-nsn.gov/government/recreation/athletic.asp
please post flyer into your community notices for members without access to email.

SRPMIC 2012 Summer Food Service Program Site

2012-05-11T09:18:28-07:00

SRPMIC 2012

Summer Food Service

Program Sites

The Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian community Schools announce the sponsorship of the Summer Food Service Program for Children. Meals will be provided to all children, ages 18 and under, without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service. Children are not required to be enrolled in any program in order to receive meals. Meals must be eaten at the sites and times as follows:

Site #1 - Salt River Elementary School Cafeteria

Monday-Thursday June 4-28, 2012

Breakfast 7:30-8:30am Lunch 11:30-1:00pm

Site #2 - Salt River High School Cafeteria

Monday-Thursday May 29-July 26, 2012

Breakfast 7:30-8:30am Lunch 11:00-1:00pm

*SRHS will be open Friday, June 1 & June 8.

Site #3 - Early Childhood Education Cafetorium

Monday-Friday July 2-26, 2012

Breakfast 8:00-9:00am Lunch 11:30-1:00pm

Site #4 - Boys and Girls Clubs/Lehi Branch

Monday-Friday July 2-26, 2012

Breakfast 8:00-9:00am Lunch 11:30-12:45pm

No meals will be served on:

Monday, May 28,

Thursday, June 14 or

Wednesday, July 4, 2012

To file a complaint of discrimination, write or call immediately to:

USDA

Director, Office of Civil Rights

1400 Independence Avenue, SW

Washington, D.C. 20250

These institutions are equal opportunity providers and employers.

For any additional information about the Summer Food Service Program, please call Terri McGehee, Food Service Program Manager at 480-362-2084. Kitchen supervisors may be reached at ECEC kitchen at 480-362-2242 and SRHS kitchen at 480-362-2077

Salt River Foster Care Program Dinner with James&Ernie Comedy Duo!!!!

2012-05-11T16:49:20-07:00

Salt River Foster Care Program
Dinner

Where: Salt River Community Building
When: May 30, 2012 from 5:30p - 7:30p

Come and join us for Dinner and Information about becoming a licensed foster care home through Salt River Foster Care Program. With Entertainment from James and Ernie Comedy Duo! Let's honor foster care month with dinner, information and entertainment!!!

Please R.S.V.P for Dinner to Avarae John at 480-362-7359.

Thank you and we'll see you there.

Men and Women's Gathering 2012

2012-04-07T07:29:50-07:00

SRPMIC Fatherhood & Healthy Relationships Program and the Life Enhancement and Resource Network present our

3rd Annual
Men & Women's Gathering
Ceceoj c U'uv? ha Hemapik
Ske:g Ki:dag Veheje?

"Healing and Strengthening our Native Families"

August 29th, 30th, and 31st
Talking Stick Resort
8:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Join us for this FREE 3-day event as we address issues that we face in our Native families and communities.

Must register to attend!
Space will be limited!

Registration begins May 2012

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