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

Thursday, August 28, 2025

1. Introduction

2. Local Announcements

• Missing person: Taya Brown, 15, last seen August 22 in Gallup, NM
• Located: Makayla Tsosie has been found safe
• Located: Delorian Shorty has been found safe

3. Accomplishments

• Contract signed with Hozhoni Foundation Inc. to expand care for Navajo adults with disabilities
• Services include residential care and emergency shelter for developmental disabilities and traumatic brain injuries
• Fort Defiance Agency celebrates grand opening of new NTUA District Office on August 22
• New 14,000 sq ft building increases capacity from 26 to 40 employees, replacing 1970s facility
• Multiple contracts signed to support Navajo children and adults with disabilities through December 2027
• $2.3 million contract with Presbyterian Medical Services for Eastern Navajo behavioral health services
• Carrizo Four Corners Pumped Storage Hydropower Project advances with $7.1 million federal funding

4. Major Projects

• ToohBAA Agricultural Operations Center development: $200,000 grant supporting women-led farming organization
• 5.6-acre facility to include fencing, shop, office, processing facilities, certified kitchen, and seed bank
• Crownpoint Chapter visit (August 21): Discussing $16 million hotel project and convenience store needs
• Littlewater Chapter meeting: Addressing $495,000 bathroom additions project and infrastructure challenges
• Jeddito Chapter visit (August 25): Reviewing ARPA funds, housing repairs, and road improvements
• Indian Wells community meeting (August 25): Addressing $3.9 million convenience store delays and community needs

5. Meet and Greets

• 30th Annual Ramah Fair parade participation with Vice President Richelle Montoya on August 23
• "Just Move It" 5K run participation in Smith Lake community on August 21
• Friday Night Lights at new Fighting Scouts Football Stadium - Scouts vs Hopi Bruins on August 22

6. Upcoming Events

• The Ranch Revival Event outside Leupp, Arizona on Saturday, August 30 (5:00-8:00 PM)
• Community, culture, and faith celebration
• 2nd Annual Elders Conference at San Juan College on Friday, August 29
• Free event providing resources on safety, health, and wellness

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

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