Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren's Weekly Radio Address (in Diné Bizaad)
Thursday, December 12, 2024
1. Introduction
2. Appreciation Day
- Tribute to Annette Butler Bilagody ("Tik Tok Grandma")
- Recognition of her contributions to Navajo culture and language
3. Local Announcements
- Missing person: Alma Jean Sutherland, 77, last seen December 4 in Monument Valley, AZ
- Update: Raylando Ray John has been located and is safe
4. A Few Accomplishments from the Past Week
- Shiprock Detention Facility ribbon cutting
- Colorado River Water Users Association Conference advocacy
- Signed $10M contract for Mariano Lake Chapter House
5. Major Projects I Am Working On
- $5.5M USDA food assistance program
- 1,531 homesite leases approved in FY2024
- Chinle & Tuba City Youth Complex planning
- NTCCF staff positions filled
6. Meet and Greets
- Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Veteran's Memorial Park
- Attendance at Gallup Bengal vs. Window Rock Scouts basketball game
7. Upcoming Events
- 2nd Annual People's State of the Navajo Nation (January 14, Tuba City)
- Fort Lewis College and Navajo Technical University Fall Commencement ceremonies
8. Closing: Thank you and tune in next week!
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