Date Range: December 19, 2025 to January 4, 2026

Contact Name: Stephanie Lane

Contact Email: stephanie.lane@srpmic-nsn.gov

Contact Phone: 4803623418

Details:

To minimize the effects on air pollution, there will be a voluntary No Burn Days on December 23-26, 2025, and December 31, 20256 – January 3, 2026.

Date Range: December 18, 2025 to January 9, 2026

Contact Name: Community Employment

Contact Email: Victoria.Smith2@srpmic-nsn.gov

Contact Phone: 4803627950

Details:

Career Start Work Program

Career Start is developed to support SRPMIC High School Juniors & Seniors to pursue Work Study. This wonderful opportunity will allow eligible students to qualify their work hours toward 1/2 High School Graduation credit.

Start developing your work skills early!

Application Availability Dates:
Available: Monday, December 29, 2025
Deadline: Friday, January 9, 2026 by 4 pm

Limited worksites available, get your completed applications in early.

Eligibility Criteria:
• Enrolled SRPMIC Member
• Active High School Junior & Senior (verification required)
• Pursuing for Work Student for 1/2 H.S. Graduation Credit
• GPA of 2.5 & above
• Ability to work 15 hours a week starting February 2026

Work Program Dates:
February 2, 2026 – April 24, 2026
ROP: $15.15/Hr.

In Partnership with Community Employment & SRPMIC Departments

For any questions, please contact Community Employment at 480-362-7950

Date Range: December 17, 2025 to January 31, 2026

Contact Name: Khandi Dickson

Contact Email: Khandi.Dickson2@SRPMIC-nsn.gov

Contact Phone: 480-362-3289

Details:

2026 Annual Agricultural Lease Payments – Notice

The 2026 Annual Agricultural Lease payments to landowners will be disbursed on Friday, January 30, 2026.

Payments will be issued by mail, direct deposit, or SRPMIC Pay Card only.
There will be no in-person payout.

Payment Methods

• Mail: Checks will be mailed to the address on file
• Direct Deposit: Funds will be deposited to the bank information on file with the SRPMIC Finance Department
• SRPMIC Pay Card: Payments will be loaded to your Pay Card, if enrolled.

Incorrect or outdated information may delay your payment.

Important Deadlines

• January 5, 2026: Last day to update address, banking information, or Pay Card enrollment
• January 30, 2026: Agricultural Lease Payments disbursed.

How to Update Your Information

• Direct Deposit: Complete the Direct Deposit Form available on the SRPMIC website
• Address Changes:
  SRPMIC Vendor Maintenance
  Phone: (480) 362-7729
  Available Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Arizona time)
• SRPMIC Pay Card Enrollment:
  Contact SRPMIC Finance Department at (480) 362-7620

Payments Under $15

For payments under $15, landowners must contact the SRPMIC Finance Department to request a mailed check. These checks will be processed 7–10 business days after January 30, 2026. Direct deposit and Pay Card payments will be issued regardless of amount.

Questions?

SRPMIC Finance Leasing Payment Office
Phone: (480) 362-7730

Date Range: December 16, 2025 to January 5, 2026

Contact Name: Devyn Mennenga

Contact Email: Devyn.Mennenga@SRPMIC-nsn.gov

Contact Phone: 480-362-6310

Details:

Ske:g Himdag Ki: Winter Break Pool Hours

Cold outside, warm water inside. Winter break is the perfect time to make a splash at Ske:g Himdag Ki:

Enjoy extended pool hours during school winter break from Dec. 2nd to Jan 5th, Mon–Fri, 11:00 am to 7:30 pm. It’s a fun way for kids to stay active, beat the cold, and enjoy the heated pool with friends and family.

No entry after 7:00 pm on weekdays and 5:00 pm on Saturdays.
Questions? Call (480) 362-6800.

Date Range: December 15, 2025 to January 31, 2026

Contact Name: Office of General Counsel

Contact Phone: 480-362-7450

Details:

2026 Referendum Election – Informational Meetings

Community members are invited to attend upcoming informational meetings regarding the 2026 Referendum Election.

These meetings will provide information on a proposed amendment to change taxable gaming per capita payments to tax-free general welfare payments. Presentations will be led by Community staff, including Doug Patterson, Community Treasurer, and Theresa Rosier, General Counsel.

All Community members are encouraged to attend and learn more about the proposed amendment and the upcoming Referendum Election. This presentation will also be shared during January SRPMIC District Meetings. See District Meeting Schedule HERE.

Salt River Tribal IDs will be required.

Event Dates & Locations

Tuesday, January 13, 2026
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Salt River Community Building
1880 N. Longmore Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85256

Thursday, January 22, 2026
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Lehi Community Building
1231 E. Oak Street, Mesa, AZ 85203

Saturday, January 31, 2026
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Salt River Community Building
1880 N. Longmore Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85256

Questions?

Election Questions (voting or election day matters):
Erica Harvier – 480-362-7465
Ardell Moore – 480-362-7465
Email: SaltRiverElections@srpmic-nsn.gov

General Welfare Questions:
Office of the General Counsel
Niccole King, Simon Goldenberg, or Theresa Rosier
480-362-7450

File: 2026 Referendum-Info Meeting Notice

Date Range: December 15, 2025 to January 7, 2026

Contact Name: Zandria Ransom

Contact Email: Zandria.Ransom@srpmic-nsn.gov

Contact Phone: 480-362-6980

Details:

Educational Support…setting the foundation for support and services.

We invite parents/caregivers to join us in conversation with ECEC and Encircle Families to explore available supports for children, birth through Kindergarten; up to 8th grade.

This workshop will offer parent education, resources, and family support.

Seating is limited. Register with the Special Needs Resources Program by Wed, January 7, 2026.
For more information or to register, call 480-362-6980 or email Zandria.Ransom@srpmic-nsn.gov

Date Range: December 12, 2025 to January 2, 2026

Contact Name: SRPMIC Council Chambers

Contact Email: tamar.ramos@srpmic-nsn.gov

Contact Phone: 480-362-7469

Details:

COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE:
For the weeks of December 15th, 22nd, and 29th, the Wednesday SRPMIC Council Meetings and Thursday Work Sessions have been CANCELED, due to the holidays. The offices are closed December 25th, 26th, and January 1st.

On behalf of the SRPMIC Council, we extend our warmest wishes for a joyful holiday season. May the coming year bring peace, health, and happiness to you and your families.
Happy Holidays! S’he:kig Lismas *O’odham) / Yoos Xumay Nyshnyaash Xotk (Piipaash)

Date Range: December 8, 2025 to December 31, 2025

Contact Name: Council Secretaries

Contact Email: erica.harvier@srpmic-nsn.gov

Contact Phone: 4803627466

Details:

2025 DECEMBER BOARD VACANCIES

**Applications attached with this Announcement**

EDUCATION BOARD – (1) Community Member Professional Representative

GAMING ENTERPRISE BOARD – (1) Community Member Representative

GAMING REGULATORY BOARD – (2) Community Member Representatives

MISS SALT RIVER COMMITTEE – (5) Committee Members (All May Apply)

PHOENIX CEMENT COMPANY – (1) Professional Representative

SALT RIVER COMMUNITY CHILDREN’S FOUNDATION – (1) Board Representative (All May Apply)

SALT RIVER GOLF ENTERPRISE BOARD – (1) Professional Representative

Important to Note:
1. It is a conflict of interest if you are applying for a board you are employed with or associated with.
2. Some Boards that have been advertised more than a month may close prior to this month’s deadline, if enough applications are received.

File: DEC2025-Board-Vacancy-Booklet

Date Range: December 5, 2025 to January 31, 2026

Contact Email: FiveInFive@srpmic-nsn.gov

Details:

The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, in partnership with the Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health, is launching the 5-in-5 Initiative — a community-wide effort to increase overall quality of life and improve life expectancy for SRPMIC members by five years.

To help guide this important work, we want to hear from you. Community feedback will shape future health and wellness programs, services, and outreach designed to support the wellbeing of all SRPMIC members and future generations.

How to Participate:
• Volunteer for a focus group — honorariums and refreshments will be provided.
• Take a short survey — participants will be entered for a raffle for a gift card.

🔗 Focus Group Interest Form: https://tinyurl.com/5-5Interest
🔗 Survey Link: https://tinyurl.com/5-5-Survey

Your voice matters. Every response helps strengthen the health and wellness of our Community.

Questions? FiveInFive@srpmic-nsn.gov

File: 5-in-5 Initiative-1-Flyer (2)

Date Range: December 3, 2025 to January 3, 2026

Contact Name: Zandria Ransom

Contact Email: zandria.ransom@srpmic-nsn.gov

Contact Phone: 480-362-6980

Details:

Invitation to share these highlights or participate in classes, conferences, events, training, and/or workshops!

ADHD Information for Teens
Stories, book suggestions (some may be at local libraries), and webpage education and information to answer questions.

ADHD Information for Teens

Encircle Families
Positive Behavior Support
Learn PBS strategy and tools for reducing unwanted behavior and increasing preferred behavior. https://encirclefamilies.org/event/pbs-2025-Register
Dec 9 (Webinar)
6 pm – 8 pm

Azure Family Concerts
Free, fun and engaging performances where families can enjoy live concerts together. All behaviors welcomed!
Tempe History Museum
Reserve ticket at https://www.tetraquartet.org/azure
Dec 13
3 pm – 4 pm

Salt River Vocational Rehabilitation
Walk-in Orientation
Can help you create an individualized path to employment. Call SRVR 480-362-2650 to learn more at the next upcoming orientation.
Dec
Bi-weekly
10:30 am – 11:30 am

Dementia Care and Education Campus
For family members and professionals
Learn about living well with Dementia and presentation topics including understanding caregiver grief.
https://dementiacampus.org/educational-tips-videos

Arizona Autism Coalition
Visit webpage to learn details on the sessions,
speakers, sponsors, and vendors.
https://dayoflearning.azautism.org/

File: SNRP-Calendar-Dec-2025