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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