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The Quechan Indian Tribe is Seeking Letters of Interest from Enrolled Tribal Members for the following Committees that are still in need of members:
Advisory Committee (Language) - Open
Health Committee - (3) Vacant
Enrollment Committee - (2) Vacant
Events Committee - (1) Vacant
Cultural Committee - (3) Vacant
Higher Education - (1) Vacant
Legislative Committee - (1) Vacant
Housing Board - (1) Vacant
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Please submit letters of interest to: Maria S. Barley, Tribal Council Secretary of the Tribal Administration Office. Monday through Friday during the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Isolated to scattered showers will continue across south-central Arizona through sunrise.
Additional isolated to scattered showers and storms will be possible this afternoon and early evening across south-central and eastern AZ, with the best chances in the higher terrain locations.
Storm chances will continue Tuesday and Wednesday across south-central and eastern AZ, but will be more limited in coverage with lower overall impacts.
Above normal temperatures will continue with widespread high end Moderate HeatRisk and localized areas of Major HeatRisk across southeast CA and the Lower CO River Valley through Thursday.
Friday looks to be the hottest day this week with widespread Major HeatRisk across southeastern California and into southwestern Arizona.
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Above normal temperatures will continue with widespread high end Moderate HeatRisk and localized areas of Major HeatRisk across southeast CA and the Lower CO River Valley Sunday and Monday.
An isolated weak thunderstorm or two will be possible today mainly in Pinal Co. and in Gila County on Saturday.
Storm chances will increase by Sunday and continue through around next Wednesday across south-central and eastern AZ.
The Agenda for the Special Meeting on Friday, June 28, 2024 at 3:00 pm in the Quechan Tribal Chambers is:
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It is with sincere sadness and grief that we acknowledge the unexpected passing of Irwin Twist, esteemed Cocopah Council Member. Mr. Twist was more than just a fellow Tribal Leader; he was a beacon of strength and advocacy for Tribal Sovereignty, always pushing forward with a positive vision for his community and offering many great ideas that will continue to inspire us all.
Fireworks Sales begin Friday, June 28, 2024 at 8:00am to Sunday July 07, 2024 11:59pm
We have following booths available for use:
• 7 Arts & Craft Booths
• 1 Food Truck Space
• 12 Food Booths
The agenda for the Work Session/Special Meeting on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 1:00 pm in the Quechan Tribal Chambers is:
The Revised Agenda for the Work Session on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 10:00 am in the Quechan Tribal Chambers is:
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Hot and humid conditions will continue through this week. Slight warming trend anticipated through the middle of the week. Widespread Moderate HeatRisk, with isolated areas of Major HeatRisk, during this period.
Thunderstorm potential continue today, with best chances across the higher terrain areas. Small chances (10-30%) of strong outflow winds (35+ mph gusts).
Daily thunderstorm chances continue through this week, but will be mostly relegated to higher terrain areas of southcentral AZ.
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Excessive Heat Warning for south-central AZ with localized Major HeatRisk today for the Phoenix metro. Hot and humid conditions will continue through this weekend.
Thunderstorm chances this afternoon and early evening focused across eastern half of Pinal Co., far eastern Maricopa County, and into southern Gila County. Strong winds and blowing dust are the main threats today over Phoenix and areas east and southeast of Phoenix. Daily chances of isolated lower desert storms and scattered higher terrain storms increasing over the weekend.
Very hot temperatures with near Major HeatRisk are expected this weekend, with areas of Major HeatRisk developing by early next week.
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There was a major water break yesterday, June 20, 2024, and unfortunately some houses on Araz Road are still without water. Public Works are working to restoring the water asap.
The estimated time to restore water is about 3 hours.
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The Revised Agenda for the Special Meeting on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 2:00 pm in the Quechan Tribal Chambers is:
The Agenda for the Work Session on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 10:00 am in the Quechan Tribal Chambers is:
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Red Flag Warning in effect for higher terrain areas of south-central Arizona today due to winds 15-25 mph with gusts to 35 mph, resulting in critical fire weather conditions this afternoon and evening.
Minor to Moderate HeatRisk will continue through the middle of the week, as temperatures hover near or slightly above normal across the region.
Monitoring potential for another excessive heat episode, with areas of Major HeatRisk developing across southcentral Arizona by Friday.
First round of monsoon moisture is likely later this week, with thunderstorm chances increasing as early as Thursday, with slight chances continuing into this weekend across higher terrain areas of south-central Arizona.
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Indio, Calif. (June 15, 2024) – Yesterday, Deputy Interior Secretary Laura Davis-Daniels and Bureau of Land Management Director Tracy Stone-Manning took comments and listened to hours of testimony about the proposed Chuckwalla National Monument and Joshua Tree National Park expansion, which sits adjacent to the proposed Kw’tsán National Monument in southern California near the Arizona border.
Chase Choate, Environmental Director at Quechan Indian Tribe, is recommending everyone to utilize the purpleair.com website as a tool to keep informed of the air quality.
You can go to purpleair.com and on the map select the circle near Ft. Yuma Hill you can see in real time the air quality. In the lower left box you can select for either PM (particulate matter) 10 or PM 2.5 EPA AQI (air quality index) to see the difference between finer and coarser particulate matter. The finer particulate matter as in 2.5, is more likely to reach deeper into your lungs.
Update for Monday, June 17, 2024:
Air Quality Index for PM 2.5 is quite high.
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Updated: 6/14/24
Congratulations to all of the graduates!
Pictures from the Graduation Ceremony hosted by the Quechan Tribal Council can be viewed here.
Pictures from the San Pasqual Graduation can be viewed here.
Here are some of your graduating class.
The REVISED Work Session Agenda for Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:00 am in the Quechan Tribal Chambers is:
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Near to slightly above normal temperatures today resulting in a minor to moderate HeatRisk.
Temperatures heat up above normal Tuesday through Thursday with widespread moderate to localized major HeatRisk.
Excessive Heat Warning in effect for much of south-central AZ Tuesday through Thursday.
Increased winds along with hot, dry conditions may lead to elevated fire weather conditions for the latter half of the week.
Many products used during the summer months such as insect repellents, pesticides, and pool chemicals can lead to poisoning or injury. However, you and your family can enjoy the summer safely using these important prevention and safety tips.
