Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren's Weekly Radio Address (in Diné Bizaad)

Thursday, August 21, 2025

1. Introduction

2. Local Announcements

• Missing person: Surman Miller, 56, last seen in Aneth, Utah
• Located: Xander Marbou (9 months) and mother Chevelle Benally (25) - both safe
• Located: Rose Chee, 82, found safe

3. Accomplishments

• 5-year lease renewal signed with Total Renal Care for continued dialysis services in Shiprock
• NTUA business site lease approved for warehouse, offices, and employee housing in Red Mesa, Utah
• Partnership finalized with Navajo County for N9806 Gravel Project in Indian Wells
• MOU signed with Western New Mexico University for teacher education programs incorporating Navajo language and culture
• Navajo DOT partnership meeting with Sandoval County for road improvement projects

4. Major Projects

• Pinon Chapter meeting (August 15): Addressing public safety, Navajo Route 8031, senior centers, and housing needs
• Navajo Mountain chapter visit: Discussing road challenges, water access, and housing issues in remote areas
• Ts'ah Bii' Kin Chapter leadership meeting (August 18): Focusing on earthen dam rehabilitation and communication infrastructure
• FBI collaboration meeting (August 16): Strengthening public safety partnerships and cultural sensitivity
• RECA application forms now available with warning about scammers and fraudulent assistance
• Meeting with USDA Deputy Secretary Vaden on advancing Navajo food sovereignty and agricultural partnerships

5. Meet and Greets

• Navajo Code Talker Day celebration on August 14 at Navajo Nation Fairgrounds
• Event honored Code Talkers with veterans, families, Apache Crown Dancers, and representatives from Laguna and Hopi
• Special guests included U.S. Marine Corps Major General James B. Wellons and U.S. Rep. Eli Crane

6. Upcoming Events

• Ramah Fair August 22-24
• President will walk in Saturday parade with executive staff and branch leaders
• Cultural celebration and family gathering opportunity

7. Closing: Thank you and tune in next week!

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