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Beginning June 7, 2021, Vendors Square is reopening, due to the stay-at-home order being
rescinded on June 3, 2021.
Please visit EDA in order to reserve and use a space at Vendors Square. All vendors must have a current Business Permit, and all food vendors also must have a current food handler’s certificate.
Questions? Contact EDA @ (760) 572-5270 or
Suite 4, Quechan Community Center, 604 Picacho Road
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On April 7, 2020, The Quechan Indian Tribe issued an urgent notice recommending all members to stay at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic. After a difficult year for the Quechan Community, we continue to ask our members to follow the Tribes guidelines, such as wearing a mask, maintain social distancing, avoid large events and gatherings, washing your hands and to clean and disinfect the areas around you. The COVID-19 vaccines are now available at the Fort Yuma Health Clinic. The Tribal Council continues to encourage our tribal members to get vaccinated. The Fort Yuma Health Center is currently providing vaccines from ages 12 to an adult. To schedule a COVID-19 vaccination please call (760)572-4711.
The Quechan Tribal Council has made a decision to rescind the Stay at Home Order and would like to inform the community on the next phase which affects our membership.
Tribal Departments/Offices: Face coverings, social distancing and proper sanitizing will be still required at all Tribal Department buildings offices. Based on the space of some departments, by appointment only will be utilized to ensure social distancing is adhered to. The Tribe recommends social distancing staying six feet apart will be required to prevent the continuing risk of infection to the greatest extent possible.
Parks and Recreation: Outdoor parks may be open subject to social distancing and will be monitored by the Wellness Department. Follow posted park hours.
Camping/Fishing/Hunting: Outdoor activities maintained by the Quechan Fish and Game Department will be allowed. For non-tribal members permits are required to be purchased.
Tribal Vendors: Tribal members with current permits will be allowed to sell using the food vendor's area with a current food handler's certificate. For further information, contact the Economic Development Administration office.
Funeral Services: All funerals will remain at the adjusted times we have been following until further notice.
Tribal Operations: Tribal departments will operate on modified hours and accessibility based on specific safety and service considerations. Please check with the individual department for internal policies for daily operation functions.
Community Events: The Quechan Indian Tribe's preparation for possible future events is guided by what is feasible, practical, acceptable, and tailored to the needs and context of the community. Further information will be given as it becomes available.
The Tribal Council is committed to work on the necessary protocols to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. We ask the community to do their part to prevent positive cases rising to levels as we endured in the year 2020. The Tribal Council does not want to issue another Stay at Home Order, as we work together to stay healthy.
Thank you,
Quechan Tribal Council
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Ft Yuma Health Center is offering a Covid-19 vaccine clinic (Pfizer) for those who are 12 years of age or older on Thursday, May 27, 2021 from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
Contact today to schedule an appointment at (760) 572-4711.
Parent or Guardian must accompany minors.
Below is a link to the Quechan Utility Company’s customer portal, as well as the number to make payments via telephonically, The web link allows customers to view their account as well as making online payments.
Customer Portal Access link: https://QuechanUtilityCompany.secure.munibilling.com
This link will be available at the Quechan Utility Company department tab located here.
For questions or concerns about your Bill please call the Quechan Utility Company Billing Office 760.572.0667. To pay your Bill by phone call: 877-556-3169
Walk-ins are welcome at seven state-run locations in Phoenix area, Tucson, Yuma and Flagstaff
Arizona-run vaccination sites in the Phoenix area, Tucson, Yuma, and Flagstaff, along with many pharmacies and other providers around the state, will begin offering the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines to children 12 to 15 years old on Thursday, May 13. This exciting step forward follows today’s approval by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
“This is great news for families across Arizona,” said Dr. Cara Christ, director of the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS). “In addition to encouraging parents and guardians to protect those ages 12 to 15 from COVID-19, we hope adults in the family will roll up their sleeves as well if they haven’t already done so.”
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The Medicine Wheel Riders rode into the Quechan Indian Reservation on Friday, April 30, 2021 led by Shelly Denny. The Medicine Wheel Ride is an organization dedicated to riding in awareness of all Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW).
The Quechan Environmental Protection Office is working on evaluating the impacts of climate change within the Ft. Yuma Indian Reservation. Community members and stakeholders are asked to complete this survey to help us better understand the community’s experiences and priorities. Your responses may be quoted in the assessment report.
Please click here to complete the Survey online.
If you prefer to print and complete the survey, please email the completed survey to c.choate@quechantribe.com or drop off at the Quechan Administration Building and let them know it’s for the Environmental Department.
Thank you
The Tribal Social Service Program and Direct Assistance Program will be closed effective immediately Monday, May 3rd, 2021 until further notice.
Program opening date To Be Announced
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A one time Tribal Distribution has been approved for the Adult Tribal Members. All checks will be mailed out to the address on file with the Revenue Distribution Department on May 14, 2021. The amount is $1,208.56.
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Dear Fort Yuma Service Unit Patients and Families,
I would like to introduce, Mr. Jeremy Woodruff, the Chief Executive Officer (Acting) for the Fort Yuma Health Center (FYHC). Jeremy Woodruff can be contacted via email at jeremy.woodruff@ihs.gov, or by telephone at (760) 572-4104. Please join me in welcoming Jeremy Woodruff to this role. Thank you.
Charles Ty Reidhead, M.D., M.P.H., Area Director
On Friday, March 12, 2021 the Quechan Tribal Council presented Ms Marianna Sheppard and Ms Mary Jules Amador Pendelton blankets.
Yuma High's senior guard Marianna Sheppard signed to SAGU American Indian College on Tuesday afternoon prior to her game against Cibola. The senior is averaging 9.5 points and 4.8 rebounds in 14 games. Sheppard is a part of the Quechan Tribe and becomes just the second member of the tribe to earn a athletic scholarship award.
Mary Jules Amador, a standout athlete who graduated from San Pasqual last year, signed with SAGU American Indian College. She is the FIRST Quechan female athlete in a long time to earn an athletic scholarship. MJ just finished her first basketball season at SAGU American Indian College and will continue her education and her basketball career at SAGU
A state sponsored 7 days a week vaccination site in Yuma, Arizona beginning Monday, March 29, 2021 from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Yuma Civic Center.
There will be 8,000 doses per week. In partnership with Governor Ducey Office, AZDHS, Yuma County, City of Yuma, and YRMC.
Sign ups will start at 11:00 am Friday, March 26, 2021 by phone or web.
podvaccine.azdhs.gov or 1-844-542-8201.
Visit https://1.azdhs.gov/2P7B0iB for details.
Yuma, AZ - The Colorado River State Historic Park is pleased to announce the receipt of a $5,000 Arizona Humanities grant.
Grant funds will be used to support the Legacy of the Indian Wars Project, developed in partnership with the Quechan Tribe. This project will include the creation of a new exhibit of the same name, the development of a mini-documentary, and a public presentation on tribal history and culture.
A project funded by the Minority Business Development Agency (U.S. Department of Commerce) and is operated by Southwest Business Development Consultants, LLC in partnership with Data Management of New Mexico, LLC. The project provides Access to unlimited Opportunities, Access to Capital, and Access to Resources & new markets for American Indian, Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian and Minority-owned Businesses located on Southwest rural reservation lands and local community areas. There is no cost for our core services, which will focus on Entrepreneurship, Small Business Training, Federal Set-Aside Training & Coaching, Community & Economic Development and Small Business Resource Referral/Identification. Minority Certification Services are fee based. The purpose of the Project is to provide the following services & resources:
1. Federal Contracting Strategies, Training & Coaching. Assessment & Certification Services for Federal Set-Aside Programs such as the SBA 8(a) Certification Program, HUB Zone, WOSB, SDVOSB, & Buy-Indian Act Initiatives
2. Quarterly Small Business Training, One-On-One Meetings & Consulting Services
3. Access to Opportunities / Access to Resources / Access to Capital
To schedule an Initial Consultation with our professional staff please contact:
Michael D. Peacock
Senior Business Consultant
505-342-8046
mpeacock@swbdc.com
Darla M. Jones
Project Manager
505-342-8046
dmjones@swbdc.com
Russell F. Pedro
Senior Certification & Training Specialist
505-219-7427
rfpedro@dmnm.co
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The Quechan Tribal Council has posted the following video addressing:
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Council developments
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COVID-19
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Communications
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Developments of new buildings, gaming, new water filtration system
The video can be viewed here: Message from President Jordan D. Joaquin
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The Ft. Yuma (ADAPP) OFFICE is currently OPEN with limited services.
In-Person appointment is unavailable at this time. All services are conducted via phone. New Intakes can still schedule appointments Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM.
We will continue conducting Group Sessions via phone or video base website. If you feel the need to speak to a staff member please call the ADAPP office.
To participate, you MUST have completed an assessment and signed "Consent for Treatment forms and Confidentiality form." All meetings are confidential.
Peer Group Session being offered. Please call ADAPP Office for more information.
How to join Group Sessions:
Option 1: You may call Toll free 1-415-655-0001 from any phone, please find a quiet space to avoid static noise that will interfere with conversation.
Option 2: Visit www.webex.com or download free Cisco Webex app for meetings on video viewing capability on your device.
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Maximizing Fit for Cloth and Medical Procedure Masks to Improve Performance and Reduce SARS-CoV-2 Transmission and Exposure, 2021
https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/70/wr/mm7007e1.htm?s_cid=mm7007e1_w
Summary
What is already known about this topic?
Universal masking is recommended to slow the spread of COVID-19. Cloth masks and medical procedure masks substantially reduce exposure from infected wearers (source control) and reduce exposure of uninfected wearers (wearer exposure).
What is added by this report?
CDC conducted experiments to assess two ways of improving the fit of medical procedure masks: fitting a cloth mask over a medical procedure mask, and knotting the ear loops of a medical procedure mask and then tucking in and flattening the extra material close to the face. Each modification substantially improved source control and reduced wearer exposure.
What are the implications for public health?
These experiments highlight the importance of good fit to maximize mask performance. There are multiple simple ways to achieve better fit of masks to more effectively slow the spread of COVID-19.
With heartfelt sadness, the Quechan lndian Tribe announces the passing of the Honorable Councilwoman Claudette C. White; we mourn the loss of this great leader and pray for her family and loved ones. She demonstrated true love for her family and unwavering dedication to her community.
FORT YUMA HEALTH CENTER is now providing COVID-19 vaccines to IHS beneficiaries (18yrs and older) and their household members. This includes everyone in Phase 1 and 2, as long as you currently have no symptoms of COVID-19 and have not received another vaccine in the last 14 days. Supply is limited.
To schedule your COVID-19 vaccination please call 760-572-4711
Don’t park along highways to play, pack an emergency kit
A lot of snow has fallen in the high country over the last week and with more forecast, the Arizona Department of Transportation wants to remind drivers who are heading north to leave prepared, be ready to spend extended time on the roads and never park along the highways to play in the snow.
ADOT reminds those heading to play in the snow that highway shoulders are for emergencies only and that parking on them to play in the snow is hazardous in a number of ways:
- Other drivers may be distracted by your vehicle.
- Other drivers may pull over as well to play in the snow, compounding the problem.
- Your vehicle may interfere with first responders who need to use the shoulder.
- Plows can throw snow and ice far off highways.
- It’s much safer to re-enter highways from on-ramps and other designated entrances.
