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VOL 6 | ISSUE 260 | MARCH 27, 2020

BRACING FOR THE VIRUS Local hospital details tests, protection

By Cody Begaye Sun Correspondent

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s towns and cities shutter all non-essential businesses and residents are urged to stay home and isolate, the staff at local hospitals

prepare to both test and house, and ideally treat, patients who are stricken with the COVID-19.

Rehoboth McK inley Christian Health Care Services has closed the door to all non-emergency procedures.

Visitors must be screened before they enter the premises,

and vehicles can line up for a drive-thru test at one of the entrances.

THE SCREENING Dav id Conejo, CEO of RMCHCS, described the testing procedure March 25.

As part of the screening process, whether to enter the

premises or to get tested, a person is asked if they have had a fever or a dry cough in the past 14 days. These are the two main indicators of COVID-19.

If a person answers these questions and qualifies for screening, they are taken into a mobile unit that is parked

Vote for Sammy Chioda for Mayor of Gallup Tuesday, March 31st, 2020

in front of RMCHCS where a nasal swab is used to determine whether the person has COVID-19 or not.

The results currently come about three days later, but

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Tips For Parents And Guardians

Corona Virus Resources and Information: Center for Disease Control www.cdc.gov NM Department of Health www.nmhealth.org NM Public Education Department https://webnew.ped.state.nm.us/

Talk to children about what is happening in a way that they can understand. Keep it simple and appropriate for each child’s age.

Reassure your child or teen that they are safe. Let them know that it is okay if they feel upset.

Share how you deal with your own stress so that they can learn how to cope from you.

Children may misinterpret news and can be frightened about something they do not understand. Monitor exposure to news coverage, including social media.

Be a role model.

Take breaks, get plenty of sleep, exercise, and eat well. Connect with your friends and family members in a responsible way.

gmcs.org/coronavirus/

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Gallup-McKinley County Schools cares about our students staff, and community members.

We will continue to provide resources and information as it becomes available.

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Chuck Van Drunen

Daniel Burson, L4296 President

“While I have great respect for all the Mayoral candidates this year, I believe Sammy is committed to many of the ideals I hoped to implement. I deeply honor and encourage everyone’s personal choice,...but I will be voting for Sammy C.”

Glen and Karla Benefield “After living in Gallup for 46 years, we moved to Las Cruces to be with our grandchildren. We really miss Gallup. We still call Gallup our Home and are concerned about its future growth and quality of living for all of its citizens. We have known Sammy Chioda for 46 years and during that time, he has been a driving force to improve Gallup and the lives of her citizens. He has been involved in so many facets of Gallup that gives him the abilities to be a successful Mayor, such as Charity Invitational, Gallup Rotary, Gallup McKinley County Chamber of Commerce, Catholic Charities, starting TDFL for the youth group 23 years ago. He has a strong ability to lead people for a positive direction and growth for the future. He will be an active Mayor, hard working with a commitment for success. We strongly urge you to get out and Vote on Election Day, March 31st for Sammy Chioda for Mayor. Thank You.”

Bobby Silva, Retired Captain of the Gallup Police Dept.

“I invite you to join me in voting for Sammy C. Chioda for Mayor of Gallup. Our community needs change. I like what Sammy is proposing, to create a part-time police reserve program to help patrol the streets during peak times of the week. After visiting with Sammy, we have shared a great deal of ideas and solutions to make Gallup a better, safer community. Vote Sammy C. Chioda for Mayor of Gallup. Thank You. Bobby Silva, Retired Captain of the Gallup Police Department

Bob (former Mayor) and Brenda Rosebrough “In this year’s runoff election for Mayor, my wife Brenda and I, are going to Vote for Sammy Chioda. In our opinion, Sammy always has a positive attitude and has a long history of getting things done for our community. And, we also believe that when Sammy is elected Mayor, City Hall will be open to everyone. We think that’s important!”

Terry Proffitt “I have known Sammy Chioda for 37 years. He has always promoted Gallup and our community. In my opinion, he will lead Gallup back to a prosperous economy and Sammy knows our business people will work to encourage growth in Gallup. He has worked with the community his entire life to help Gallup grow. Join me and Vote Sammy Chioda for Mayor.”

Yolanda Ahasteen-Azua “Gallup is having a runoff election for a new Mayor. I support Sammy Chioda. We need a Mayor that must support and encourage the work already existing in our community, and getting into the trenches with us. Covid-19. Here in Gallup, we have our own epidemic of substance abuse and addictions. All of us need power greater than ourselves.

‘Together’, we can make it better. Talking with Sammy, he understands that my Navajo people are Gallup’s natural resource. Sammy will welcome and collaborate internally, to be culturally sensitive not just to Navajos, but ALL cultures. I am one vote. City Hall is doing early voting through this Saturday. Team Sammy Chioda. Vote Sammy Chioda for Mayor of Gallup. Thank You.!”

John Pena, former Mayor “I ask you to join me in supporting and casting your ‘Vote’ for Sammy C. Chioda for Mayor. Sammy has a passion for Gallup, having been involved in a multitude of community programs like Charity Invitational where his leadership led the Funds Development Committee in generating over $1 Million dollars during his time as Chair. In addition, he created the Western Health Foundation Health Fair, which is still strong today. He has successfully Chaired the Rotary Scholarship Fundraiser Banquet. Through his leadership, Rotary now awards nearly $40,000 annually in scholarships to Seniors from our region. The Tony Dorsett, Touch Down Football League (TDFL) was created by Sammy with Dallas Cowboys Great and Hall of Famer, Tony Dorsett.

Ten years ago, the Annual Four Corners Invitational Youth Football Championships was established through TDFL with Sammy’s Leadership. This post season, 56 teams from the four corners region participated, providing Gallup with a huge economic boost and an influx of over 6,000 guests attending. The City even named the TDFL Field in his honor for his unselfish giving of time and effort to our youth. These are some of Sammy’s many accomplishments. His resume speaks for itself. Ask him to share it with you some time. You’ll be impressed at his credentials. This is why I am voting for Sammy C. Chioda for Mayor of Gallup. Proven results,...not just ideas. True leadership for Gallup. And, this is what we need. Thank You.”

Monet Malcom “Sammy C. Chioda has exemplified the heart & soul of Gallup his entire life. He has been the “Voice” of Gallup for decades. It’s time to make Sammy Chioda the man that represents us Gallupians that love our town. Sammy isn’t fighting to change Gallup because he thinks there’s so much wrong with it, he’s fighting to protect what is great about Gallup and improve what needs to be improved. Sammy wants to ensure that Gallup is a town we can be proud to call our home. We need someone who wants to preserve the beauty of our little town for generations to come and Sammy is just the man for that job. With your Vote, Sammy’s proven ability to get things done and his vision for a better Gallup, we can finally make this town of ours a welcoming place people want to visit and maybe even stay a little while.

Vote Sammy Chioda for Mayor! #GallupTrue”

Gerald and Millie O’Hara “I have been living in Gallup with my wife, Millie for almost twenty years, now. We consider this our home. We’re talking right now about an upcoming election for the Mayor of Gallup. I am here to encourage you with my support for Sammy Chioda. In the twenty years that we have been here, I have seen no one else in Gallup put as much effort into making improvements for the lives of the people in Gallup, as Sammy. The amount of money he has raised for the hospital, the things he has done for the youth of this community, no one has a record better than Sammy as a private citizen and those of us who support him, are convinced that with the Mayor’s seat, he can do even more. The things that we have been looking for in Gallup for years,...the lifestyle improvement, the improvement of the economy, etc. So, I encourage you to get out there and Vote. Early voting, if that’s suitable for you,...I have been assured by City Hall that they have created a safe environment. And, if you can’t get to that, of course, Election Day is March 31st. Thank You, All,...and, Stay Healthy!”

Amanda Cardean

“The uniformed Firefighters of Gallup do officially and proudly announce our support of our long time friend Sammy “C” Chioda in his candidacy for the position of Mayor of the City of Gallup. As a local businessman and long-standing citizen of Gallup, Mr. Chioda has consistently demonstrated strong ties to and a personal investment in the betterment of our community. Sammy understands our local strengths and challenges and is committed to Gallup. We personally know that Mr. Chioda possesses a unique vision, a highly qualified background and the skills and resources we believe are vital to the future of Gallup. Therefore we are proud to support Sammy “C” for Mayor.”

Ralph Richards “Attention Gallup Voters! This upcoming Mayor’s Election is an extremely important Election. I endorse Sammy Chioda for Mayor. Sammy has been a lifelong supporter and friend of our community with his time and effort to many organizations. I have worked side by side with him. Sammy is a progressive leader, speaking his own mind and sharing his ideals with everyone creating a collaborative solution moving forward. These efforts include: The Gallup Chamber of Commerce, Western Health Foundation, Gallup Lion’s Club, Gallup Rotary Club, TDFL, Local and High School Sport Organizations, and many other organizations. Gallup Voters, we need strong leadership to move Gallup forward. Join me and many others who support Sammy Chioda for Mayor. Thank You for your support for Sammy Chioda for Mayor, a positive new and refreshing image for our community. Thank You.”

Ellis Tanner “I want to talk about Sammy C., our next Mayor. We first met when he was working for KYVA on First Street. We would go by and do requests, back in those days. From there, it’s just grown through years and years of friendship, always talking about how we can make Gallup, better. And, I know Sammy can make Gallup come together like it should be. Sammy and I have done some great things together.

Appreciation Day, for example,....he played a key role in all of that,..and, brought some major corporations into it. I have always been indebted to him for helping with recognizing the Native Americans for what they bring to the table in Gallup. I encourage all of you to get out and Vote for Sammy C. for Mayor. Thank You!”

Genevieve Jackson “Ya’a’teeh! Please vote for Sammy Chioda for Mayor. Sammy is a very polite, friendly and professional businessman. In all of our years of friendship, I have never heard or seen him discriminate or treat people badly. Sammy treats everyone equally with respect. Gallup needs a Mayor with his compassion and understanding of different cultures, to bring people together. Please Vote for Sammy Chioda for a better, Gallup.”

Mike Troncoso “Join me and Vote for Sammy C. Chioda and believe that Sammy truly understands what it takes to make Gallup a better place to live and visit. His Vision of Gallup now and into the future has brought me to his attention. Taking strides to cure homelessness, alcohol and drug abuse, also open doors for negotiations with McKinley County, the Navajo Nation, Federal Government for better alcohol and drug treatment centers, Lighting throughout our City and making it brighter, Quality of Life for our youth, elderly and veterans such as activities, events, concerts and more, Public Safety/crime, by hiring more police officers. These are some of the issues that face our community every day. I think Sammy C. Chioda is the guy that will tackle these head on 100%, so we can be proud of our City. Thank You.”

John D. Kennedy “I have known Sammy for his entire life. When his dad came to America and Gallup, I was a teenager and worked with him. We had an immediate connection because we both had hard jobs with long hours. He was hardworking and a man of character. It is said that who we are is who we were. His genuine qualities became those of his family. Sammy has always been a credit to his family and community. He too has a reputation for hard work and ethical dealings. His even temperament is a testimony to his character.

He has always been a credit to whatever he represents, and I have no doubt that he will be the same for Gallup.

I whole-heartedly support his candidacy for Mayor and hope that the people of Gallup will, as well. Thank You.”

The Salaz Family,..John, Janelle and Juliana “We are happy and proud to Vote for Sammy Chioda. Not only is Sammy supportive of our youth, and proud of our City, he is passionate about developing our community and making Gallup better for all of us. Sammy has great ideas about utilizing existing venues to bring in more visitors. He is determined to minimize the challenges many businesses or other professionals had mentioned as their reasons for choosing not to proceed with their plans in Gallup. So, Vote for Sammy C. on March 31st.”

T J Anderson “Greetings Relative and Friends. I would like to invite you all to join me in supporting and electing Sammy C. Chioda as our new Mayor of Gallup, New Mexico. I have known Sammy both professionally and personally for many years. He is a person of great integrity. He is honest and has a great heart for his community. I have known him to be a strong supporter of our youth, local community events that promote unity. I especially respect him for always supporting our local Veterans and Veteran related events. I ask you to all come out and Vote for Sammy C. Chioda to become the next Mayor of Gallup. Thank You.”

Sheila Silva “I am supporting Sammy Chioda for Mayor of Gallup. I am a United States Marine Veteran. When I returned to Gallup from the Gulf War, Sammy was one of the citizens who welcomed me back with open arms. He cares about our youth. I observed Sammy working with our youth sports programs over the years and seeing them succeed. Chairing Rotary’s Scholarships has given students an opportunity to continue their education. Infrastructure is a big issue in Gallup. With Sammy’s drive, I know he will do everything he can to improve things for us. Please Vote for Sammy Chioda for Mayor on Runoff Election Day. Thank You.”

Brett Newberry

“Gallup Family and Friends!!!! I’ve worked for Sammy Chioda for three years and during that time he has given to the community of Gallup,..charities for different events, and is very much involved with sporting events for our youth. His restaurant is also one of the best places to eat at! Since I have known Sammy, he has so much respect for the Gallup Community and I know he would never turn a person away. Everyday he’d walk through his restaurant, greet every person at their tables and all who just walked through the door. He took his time speaking with every person and gave encouraging words for their day. I very much respect Sammy and his Wife, Marie,...for all that they do for many in Gallup, NM. Vote for Sammy C. - Mayor for Gallup! Thank You!”

“I want to talk to you briefly about why I am supporting Sammy Chioda for Mayor. I have known Sam for many, many years. He has been very, very active in our community in regards to community development, TDFL, Charity Invitational, the Rotary Scholarship Program. But, in addition to that, what I have found of dealing with Sammy over the years, he has incredible communication skills. He’s developed a lot of relationships in our community. And, based on his professional background, I think he is ideal to be able to help our community deal with a lot of critical issues that Gallup has going forward. And, I think you ought to really consider voting for Sammy Chioda for Mayor. I think it will be a very, very wise decision on your part. Thank You!”

Please VOTE in the Runoff Election on Tuesday, March 31, 2020. If you need help getting to the polls, my team is providing complimentary rides for your convenience.

Call Marie at (505) 979-1435 for arrangements. I encourage you to invite your family, friends and neighbors to please VOTE Sammy C. Chioda for Mayor of Gallup!

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THANK YOU!

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LOCAL NEWS CONVENIENT DRIVE-UP CORONAVIRUS TESTING

RMCH PREPARES | FROM PAGE 1 Conejo said RMCHCS should soon receive tools that will allow for a faster turnaround.

“We want to identify and pinpoint where the patient is, so we could tell them to stay home,” Christopher Gonzaga, MD, said.

Gonzaga is part of RMCHCS’s Infection Control Team.

These procedures are done to protect the most vulnerable people, which include elders over 60, people with heart problems, or diabetes, or have other underlying conditions, he added.

Gonzaga described the priority order of testing, starting with people showing clear symptoms of COVID-19, followed by healthcare and public safety workers, pregnant women, people who are immunocompromised, homeless people, and people who live in congregate facilities like nursing homes.

Next are people who have come into contact with people

who previously tested positive, or have recently traveled to overseas hotspots like China and France, then national hotspots like New York or Washington State, and then local areas where cases have been confi rmed.

KEEP YOURSELF SAFE As of March 26, there are 136 positive COVID-19 cases in New Mexico, with three confi rmed in McKinley County.

Conejo said, per Center for Disease Control regulations, they can only give general information about the positive cases, such as the person’s age and county.

“They want to keep the person’s privacy intact,” Gonzaga said. “We want to make sure the person is safe and people are more cautious.”

Gonzaga also gave information about how the virus is spread.

“It’s com mu n icated by droplets, like when you cough, then it sticks into your body and then you put your hands on your eyes, nose, or mouth,

Medical personnel check-in patients at tent located in the parking lot of Gallup Indian Medical Center in Gallup March 22. Photo Credit: Cable Hoover which is why you get sick,” he said.

Currently, there is no vaccine for COVID-19, which is why the best action is to isolate and reduce the chances of

Caution tape and closure sign mark the playgrounds and picnic areas at Ford Canyon Park in Gallup March 22. Photo Credit: Cable Hoover

catching it, he added.

The most frequently distributed pieces of advice are to wash your hands thoroughly with soap for at least 20 seconds throughout the day, especially if you go into a public space, and to isolate yourself at home and not leave unless it is absolutely essential.

Conejo also gave an example of how the virus could

s prea d t h rou g h com mon objects like a person’s phone, which is why they should be wiped down regularly. Dishes at home should be cleaned in hot water and soap, and common areas should also be regularly cleaned.

In regards to RMCHCS, Conejo said the entire hospital is being sanitized four times a day.

A sign on the front of Rehoboth McKinley Christian Health Care Services Hospital displays a coronavirus evaluation phone number in Gallup March 22. Photo Credit: Cable Hoover

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CITY COUNCILOR A farewell after 13 years of service

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WATER SAFETY No need to hoard bottled water

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SENIOR SHOPPING Where, when, at-risk shoppers can go

COLT BALOK The former Gallup resident-turned talk show host

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BLU-RAY/DVDS Spend social distancing time with one of these selections NEWS

COVID-19 Business Assistance Information Here is information that may help you and your business.

Please use the internet as much as possible to obtain information about the new plans and programs.

Check these websites often, because policies & programs are evolving rapidly.

Gallup, including its economy, has changed as a consequence of the spread of the COVID 19 virus.

United States, State of New Mexico, McKinley County, City of Gallup, lenders and ordinary citizens want your business to survive and succeed.

Plans are being created or modified to help. The plans are changing rapidly.

COVID-19 Business Loan Guarantee Program: The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) has created a new program to assist businesses seeking emergency loans or lines of credit to deal with negative economic impacts from COVID-19. EDD can guarantee a portion of a loan or line of credit up to 80% of principal or $50,000. Loan proceeds are flexible and can be used for (and not limited to) the following: working capital, inventory, and payroll.

Lenders and borrowers can apply online.

For more information contact: EDD-Finance@state.nm.us Phone: 505-469-6204 Information on this and other federal and state programs is available online at: • https://gonm.biz/about-us/covid-19-response • https://gonm.biz/uploads/documents/COVID-19_Business_Loan_Guaranty_Program0317.pdf • https://www.newmexico.gov/2020/03/17/state-extends-eligibility-for-unemployment-insurance-benefits-to-workers-affected-by-covid-19/ • https://www.newmexico.gov/latest-updates/ Another important New Mexico program is Local Economic Development Act (LEDA) NW New Mexico area businesses qualify for this program.

LEDA is a signature program at the NM EDD that provides grants to help economic development based businesses pay for land, buildings, and infrastructure to relocate or expand. Under the Statewide Public Health Emergency declaration, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has authorized the EDD to make no-interest loans from LEDA to assist COVID-19 impacted businesses as well.

The loans are limited to expenditures for land, building, and infrastructure, and can also be used for lease abatement or mortgage assistance.

Companies applying for the loans must be a qualified manufacturing business with over 50% of its revenue outside of New Mexico or a retail business in a community under 15,000. All loans will be required to provide security equal to the amount of the loan.

Businesses interested in LEDA should contact their regional EDD development representative: • Cibola, McKinley, San Juan and Sandoval counties, contact • Lorraine Ruggles@state.nm.us • Phone: 505-490-7662 The United States Government has passed a multi-trillion dollar economic stimulus package. The websites listed above will provide the latest information about how businesses can access capital locally.

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City Council commends long-serving member 13 YEARS OF SERVICE COME TO AN END

By Cody Begaye Sun Correspondent

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motions had to be held in check by multiple members of the Gallup City Council toward the end of their March 24 meeting as they handed long-serving member Allan

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Cody Begaye On the Cover Medical personnel conduct coronavirus testing at a drivethru station at Rehoboth McKinley Christian Health Care Services in Gallup March 23.

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Landavazo a commemorative plaque and bid him farewell.

Landavazo was elected as Dist. 2 Councilor in March 2007 and was later elected as mayor pro-tem in 2011. He was defeated in the March 3 regular municipal election by Michael Schaaf, who currently serves on the Gallup-McKinley County Schools Board of Education.

When it came time for Landavazo to speak, he took several moments to prepare and was visibly emotional.

“We’ve done incredible work, and I’m proud to be part of what the council has accomplished,” he said.

Landavazo thanked the various city department heads for what they have done, as well as the rest of the city council.

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“You have done some amazing work on this council over the years,” he said.

Landavazo also spoke about the ser v ice he shared with Mayor Jackie McKinney.

“I’ve been by his side for nine years. I’ve seen him go through a lot of challenges, and stand tall and strong,” Landavazo said. “You’ve done a lot for this city.”

The rest of the council voiced their appreciation for Landavazo.

“I want to thank [him] for being my mentor. I Allan Landavazo, center, was commended for 13 years of service during the Gallup City Council’s came on [the council] not March 24 meeting. This was Landavazo’s last meeting as part of the council after the March 3 knowing how to do any- regular municipal election. He was praised for his efforts and leadership by the rest of the council. thing, but he was always Photo Credit: Cody Begaye so kind to me and taught me a lot,” Dist. 4 Councilor Garcia also thanked Landavazo Garcia said she hopes both Fran Palochak said. “I will for his guidance. the next councilor and the next always appreciate the great “When I first came in six mayor will have the same integworking relationship we have.” years ago, I would go in[to] rity as their predecessors.

D u r i n g t h e m e e t i n g , your office [for help] and you The runoff election for Palochak was also elected the never turned me away. You mayor is slated for March 31. next mayor pro-tem. helped guide me so I could Early voting is taking place Dist. 1 Councilor Linda make decisions,” she said. through March 28.

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ATTENTION – PUBLIC NOTICE The Gallup Housing Authority is CLOSED to the Public until further Notice • New Application Intake is suspended until further notice.

• Current applicants on the Waiting list will be contacted only if a unit becomes available.

• Tenants: To make payments complete money orders and place in the drop-box next to the main Office Door. Make sure to clearly identify your name and unit number. If you want a receipt provide a current mailing address so GHA can mail you a receipt.

• For submission of other required Documents - Use the drop-box next to the main office door. All forms typically utilized by Tenants are in plastic information containers on the exterior wall next to the front door. [Examples: Interim Change forms, Late payment request forms, Change of address forms, etc.]

• Currently GHA is only addressing URGENT OR EMERGENCY work orders. Call 505-722-4388 during normal work hours. After work hours call 505-722-5000. Non-emergency work orders can still be submitted but will be addressed later.

• Loss of Income - Report this immediately by completing an “Interim Change Form” and placing in the drop-box. Be sure to include an updated mailing address, phone number, and email address. Housing staff will contact you regarding changes.

• Scheduling of Appointments: Only when necessary, staff will contact you and set a time that works for all parties. All safety and social distancing protocol will be followed.

• Housekeeping Inspections and Annual REAC Inspections are postponed until further notice.

If you have questions: please call (505) 722-4388, or send an email to: gha.main@galluphousing.com NEWS

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The conditions of Gallup’s water Staff Reports

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h e G a l l u p Wa t e r Department says it has been experiencing a large volume of calls regarding the safety of the city water. Gallupians can continue to use and drink water from

their tap as usual. Tap water is perfectly safe for drinking and washing. The water does not require boiling for safety, and we discourage the hoarding of bottled water.

T he Cit y i s fol low i n g all EPA guidelines regarding water treatment, and in

addition, is taking the extra measure of rinsing the hoses at the loading station daily with a dilute water‐bleach solut ion. I n a dd it ion, we chlorinate our groundwater, although we are not required to from a regulatory point of view. The level of chlorine

in the water would kill the COVID‐19 virus on contact, even as dilute as it is.

For more information about the effect of coronavirus on water visit: epa.gov/ coronavirus/coronavirus‐ and‐drinking‐water‐and‐ wastewater#bottledwater

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City taking measures to protect homeless population

By Cody Begaye Sun Correspondent

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ayor Jackie M c K i n n e y addressed a question the Sun asked during the Gallup City Council’s March 24 meeting about what the city is doing to

protect its homeless population in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.

“As of [March 24], we have proposals put together by a local hotel that is willing to use part of their facility to sequester people during their testing period,” McKinney said. “So far we have everyone on board,

but we’d need to hire security for the hotel and have medical personnel available on duty 24 hours a day until we hopefully get negative results back.”

McKinney said there is not a fi nalized solution right now, but communications w it h G over nor M ic hel le Lujan Grisham and the New

Mexico Department of Health are ongoing to fi nd the best solution.

The expenses would be covered through the state’s new allocation funding. “[Funding] is the least of my concerns right now where we have to protect the most needy of our population to make sure

the disease doesn’t transmit through them,” McKinney said.

McKinney also highlighted how people who are admitted to detox are being tested for COVID-19 beforehand.

“Things are changing every minute of every day, but we are addressing that issue,” he added.

Phase 3 of I-40 construction at Manuelito Canyon begins March 30 Staff Reports

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oad construction is set to start March 30 on Phase 3 of a multiph a se projec t t o rebuild .33 miles of I-40 about four miles east of the Arizona/ New Mexico state line.

The $14 million project includes roadway reconstruction on I-40 eastbound and westbound, bridge reconstruction, new signing and striping of the roadway, grading of the channel under the bridge, and installation of rip rap to control erosion in the channel.

Construction is expected to be completed in late 2020.

Interstate 40 at Exit 39, a construction project in McKinley County, east of Gallup. Photo Credit: NMDOT

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Du r ing Pha se 3 of construction: One lane of I-40 eastbound traffic will be shifted to the new westbound I-40 bridge, so crews can demolish the existing eastbound bridge and start construction on the new bridge.

longer hours or on weekends as needed. All construction is weather permitting and is subject to change without notice.

Motorists traveling in the project area should expect delays, fallow all construction signs, obey reduced speed limits, and give

Westbound I-40 traffic will be on the outside westbound I-40 lane.

Crews will also continue construction of the channel.

Regular work hours will be Monday through Friday 7 am - 5 pm, although crews may work

themselves extra time to reach their destination.

I-40 is also under construction at Exit 39 in McKinley County east of Gallup.

For updated traffic information, dial 511 or visit nmroads.com

Construction Begins March 30, 2020 on Phase 3 of I-40 at Manuelito Canyon Project is reconstructing I-40 and a bridge about 4 miles east of the Arizona/New Mexico state line Road construction will begin on Monday, March 30 on Phase 3 of a multi-phase project to rebuild .33 miles of I-40 about 4 miles east of the Arizona/New Mexico state line.

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2) Westbound I-40 traffic will be on the outside westbound I-40 lane.

Other Construction on I-40 I-40 is also under construction at Exit 39 in McKinley County east of Gallup. If you’re traveling in that area, please use caution and expect delays.

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1) One lane of I-40 eastbound traffic will be shifted to the new westbound I-40 bridge so that crews can demolish the existing I-40 eastbound bridge and start construction on the new bridge.

NOTE: Motorists traveling in the project area should expect delays, follow all construction signs, obey reduced speed limits, and give themselves extra time to reach their destination.

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During Phase 3 of construction, which is expected to last through late summer/early fall, the following traffic impacts will be in place:

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The $14 million project includes roadway reconstruction on I-40 eastbound and westbound, bridge reconstruction, new signing and striping of the roadway, grading of the channel under the bridge, and installation of rip rap to control erosion in the channel.

Construction is expected to be completed in late 2020.

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For more information about the project, contact: Delane Baros, Public Information Officer, NMDOT District 6, (505) 240-1392; Delane.Baros@state.nm.us Patti Watson, (505) 245-3134 or (505) 269-9691 cell, (800) 687-3419 toll-free • pattiw@cwastrategic.com Lucas Baca, (505) 245-3138 or (505) 417-9989 cell, (800) 687-3419 toll-free • lucasb@cwastrategic.com

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PUBLIC SAFETY

Weekly Police Activity Reports DRUNK PARENT Gamerco, March 22 A Gamerco woman is facing abuse of a child charges after one of her children c a l l e d 91 1 on March 22 about 8 pm and then hung up before talking to the dispatcher.

The dispatcher then called the number back and said the woman who answered the phone sounded like she was intoxicated.

This led to McKinley County Sheriff’s Deputy Jeremy Shirley being dispatched to China Loop in Gamerco to see what was going on. When he got to the apartment, he met Deandrea Garcia, 30, who said she was there along with her two boys, six and nine.

Shirley said he could smell

the odor of liquor on her breath, but she denied she had been drinking. When asked about the whereabouts of her oldest son, she said he was hiding in her car on the curb.

A check of the car found no one inside, but he walked into the apartment a few minutes later saying he was hungry because they hadn’t eaten.

Shirley again asked Garcia if she had been drinking, and she again said no, but her son said she had been. Her son also told Shirley that his mother was better in the morning after she got some sleep.

Shirley got in touch with the boys’ grandmother who agreed to pick them up since their mother was going to be arrested.

Garcia refused to take a breath alcohol test so after getting a medical clearance from a local hospital, she was transported to the county jail and booked.

Garcia was later released

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Vernell Harvey March 20, 10:53 pm Aggravated DWI McKinley County Sheriff’s Deputy Ryan Blackgoat was

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sped away.

Lee said he began chasing the vehicle which was traveling at a high rate of speed, weaving all over the road and almost colliding with another vehicle.

The driver eventually lost control of the car on Metro Avenue and rolled down a hill into the Rio West Mall parking lot. The female driver and male passenger got out of the vehicle through the windshield.

Lee said he got out of his unit and removed his canine partner, threatening to release him if they didn’t stop running.

The driver saw the dog and fell to the ground placing her arms over her head. Security personnel at the mall saw what was happening and apprehended the passenger.

The female identified herself as Dahlia Brown, 22, of Standing Rock. The male gave Lee a false identity, but he

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Joan Begay March 21, 11:24 pm DWI (Fourth) Ga l lup Pol ice O f f icer R i c h a r d Ra ngel III said he was on routi ne patrol when he noticed a car with one of the front headlights off.

He conducted a traffic stop and went up to the driver, Joan Begay, 41, of Gamerco. He said he could smell the odor of intoxicating liquor coming from inside the vehicle. He said Begay also exhibited signs she was intoxicated.

He asked her how much she had to drink that night and she replied that she had four or five beers. She refused to take the standard field sobriety tests, but agreed to do a breath alcohol test, posting samples of .07 and .08.

Dispatch advised Rangel that Begay had three warrants for her arrest, all for DWI offenses.

Begay posted a bond of $5,975.

AUTO SHOP BREAK-IN Gallup, March 17 Wyatt Othermedicine, 20, of Standing Rock, was arrested a f t er bei n g found inside t he R ic o’s Auto Shop after it was closed.

Gallup pol ice had been dispat ched t o t he bu si ne s s about 7:30 am after a report was called in about a broken window. When police got there, they found Wyatt Othermedicine lying on the floor.

Nothing was reported stolen, but it was estimated it would cost about $1,000 to replace the window.

Othermedicine was released on his own recognizance by a judge.

TWO VEHICLE THIEVES Gallup, March 21 A n a rea couple is facing multiple charges after being found in possession of a stolen vehicle and tr ying to evade capt u re by f leeing from a McK i n ley Dahlia Brown C o u n t y Sheriff ’s deputy.

It all began when Deputy Johnson Lee was dr ivi ng on U.S. Highway 491 about 7 a m Gilbert John on March 21, when he noticed a vehicle with no license plates. He conducted a traffic stop, but as he was walking to the car, the female driver started up her car and

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Coronavirus catastrophe: NM sees daily rise in cases DESPITE ‘SHELTER-IN-PLACE’ MANDATE Staff Reports

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A N TA F E – Ne w Mexico state health officials announced 37 additional positive tests for COVID-19, and one death. The number of cases in the state stands at 136 as of March 26.

Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are: Seven new ca ses in Bernalillo County: • A female in her 20s • A female in her 30s • A male in his 40s • A female in her 50s • Three males in their 60s One new case in Chaves County: • A female in her 50s • Three new cases in Doña Ana County • Three males in their 20s Two new cases in Sandoval County: • A female in her 60s

• A male in his 70s Six new cases in San Juan County: • A female in her teens • A female in her 30s • A male in his 30s • A female in her 40s • A female in hyer 50s • A male in his 60s Five new cases in Santa Fe County: • A male in his 30s • Two females in their 40s • A male in his 40s • A female in her 60s Including the above newly reported cases, New Mexico has now had a total of 136 positive tests for COVID-19. A previously reported positive case in Chaves County was determined to be a clerical error; the patient has been informed, and the state count has been amended to reflect that fact: • Bernalillo County: 55 • Cibola County: 1 • Chaves County: 4 • Curry County: 1

U. S. Rep. Xochitl Torres Small COVID-19 test • Doña Ana County: 16 • Eddy County: 1 • Lea County: 1 • McKinley County: 3 • Rio Arriba County: 2 • Sandoval County: 10 • San Juan County: 14 • San Miguel County: 1 • Santa Fe County: 22 • Socorro County: 2 • Taos County: 3 There was one new case

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“This week, our neighbors are grieving the loss of a friend and a loved one. I am sending my thoughts and prayers to the family at this time of mourning. This tragedy highlights the seriousness and extreme costs of COVID19, and why we’ve got to use the best practices put forth by the NMDOH and CDC, including social distancing, to keep ourselves, our loved ones, neighbors, and strangers alike safe.”

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in Eddy County this week.

It became the state’s first death related to COVID-19.

According to the New Mexico Department of Health, a male in his late 70s in Eddy County died Ma rch 22 at A r tesia General Hospital, the very same day he arrived at the hospital. His condition deteriorated rapidly. The man had multiple chronic underlying health issues. He died March 22.

Although A COVID-19 test was performed locally and sent to the state laboratory, the lab didn’t receive the test until March 24. It confi rmed the test as positive late the same day.

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n response to the spread of COVID-19, the New Mexico Dept. of Veterans Services has temporarily suspended in-person office assistance and changed interment procedures at the Gallup State Veterans Cemetery.

In-person office visits will be replaced by telephone, video conference or e-mail contact. All previously scheduled personal visits will be rescheduled.

In complia nce w ith Gover nor M ichelle Lu ja n

Grisham’s public health order, committal, funeral memorial services and the rendering of military funeral honors, by active military personnel or volunteer organizations, are being temporarily postponed.

Immediate family gatherings will be limited to five people at interments. Cemetery staff will work with families to schedule a full committal or memorial service at a later date.

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Michelle Lujan Grisham held a press conference on March 23 to announce that the novel coronavirus outbreak has infected at least 83 people in the state and that McKinley County is one of the counties that has two confirmed cases. Rehoboth McKinley Christian Health Care Services confi rmed today that a woman in her 50s tested positive for COVID-19.

Lujan Grisham said during Tuesday’s press conference that gatherings should not exceed five people in number, and those gathered should stay six feet apart from one another.

“The only way for us to stop the spread of this virus

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is for New Mex ica ns to stop interacting with each other,” Lujan Grisham said.

“New Mex ic a n s mu s t be crystal-clear on this point: Right now, ever y time you leave your house, you are putting yourself, your family and your community at risk.

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ANTA FE - The state Supreme Court ordered a temporary moratorium on evictions for inability to pay rent during the COVID-19 public health emergency on March 24.

Under the Court’s order, judges will stay the execution of writs of restitution that property owners can obtain and give to law enforcement to force the removal of a tenant.

Tenants will need to provide the court with evidence of their current inability to pay their rent.

“New Mexicans are struggling financially as workplaces close because of the public health emergency,” C h ie f Ju s t ic e Ju d it h K .

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ue t o COV I D 19 ’s a r r i v a l i n New Mexico, many stores have ad justed their hours, ty pically opening early, to allow seniors and people who are i m mu no - comprom i sed t o beat the crowds and reduce t hei r r isk of ex posu re to get ma ny of the essentia l items that have been difficult to find. The early hours have the additiona l bene f it of a llow i ng sen ior s to shop while shelves are well stocked. For i n for mat ion about store hours and senior hours, please consult the list below.

another, by remaining home except for essential or emergency travel, can we limit the spread of this virus to the point that it does not overwhelm New Mexico.”

This order does not change the status of state and local

Albertsons 1702 E. Hwy. 66 Ave. 9 am - 9 pm Seniors 65+ 7 am - 9 am Tuesday/Thursday Big Lots 900 U.S. Hwy. 491- Reserving first hour of every day for seniors and those most vulnerable to COVID-19 virus.

Dollar General 805 S. Second St. and 2408 E. Hwy. 66 - Opening one hour early every day, for seniors.

Family Dollar 2041 S. Second St., 706 N. U.S .

Hwy. 491, and 2800 E. Hwy. 66 8a-8p La Montanita 105 E. Coal Ave. 8 am - 7 pm; closed Tuesday Lowe’s 1120 E. Hwy. 66 8 am - 8 pm Safeway 980 N. Hwy. 491 6 am - 9 pm Seniors 6 am - 9 am Tues/Thurs Shop n’ Save 200 Marguerite St. 8 am - 8 pm T&R Market 667 N. U.S. Hwy. 491 7 am - 8 pm Seniors 7 am - 8 am Sun/Wed Walgreens 1870 E. Hwy. 66 9 am - 9 pm Seniors 8 am - 9 am Tuesday Wal-Mart 1650 W. Maloney Ave. 7 am - 8:30 pm Seniors (Mar 24-Apr 28) 6 am - 7 am Online grocery pick up 8 am - 8 pm

go v e r n m e n t o p e r a t io n s .

Previous orders exempted all persons necessary to maintain the operations of state and local governments. State government has already moved to a largely telework system; local government agencies are strongly

encouraged to do the same.

Post offices will remain open.

The non-essential business closure mandate remains in effect until April 10.

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RUNOFF ELECTION The Gallup Municipal Runoff Election will be held on Tuesday, March 31, 2020. Gallup voters will elect a Mayor for a four year term.

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N.M. Supreme Court Judge Judith K. Nakamura. Photo Credit: nmcourts.gov losing their housing at a time when the governor and public health officials have ordered New Mexicans to remain at home to prevent the spread of COVID-19.”

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1. Southside Fire Station #1, 1800 South Second Street.

2. Northside Fire Station #2, 911 West Lincoln Avenue.

3. Eastside Fire Station #3, 3700 Church Rock Street.

4. Westside Fire Station #4, 707 Rico Street.

5. Larry Brian Mitchell Recreation Center, 700 Joseph M. Montoya Blvd.

6. McKinley County Courthouse Rotunda, 207 West Hill Avenue.

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Navajo Nation’s positive case count reaches 69 Staff Reports

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INDOW ROCK - On March 24, Navajo Nation President Jonat ha n Nez and Vice President My ron Lizer were infor med of 10 additional positive COVID19 t e s t s b y t h e N a v a j o Depar tment of Health and Nav a jo A r e a I H S , br i n ging the overall total to 69 ca se s for Nava jo people.

This includes 43 ca ses in Navajo County, Ariz., eight

in Apache County, Ariz., six in Coconino County, Ariz., four in McKinley County, and seven in San Juan County, N. M . a nd o n e i n C i b ol a County, N. M. A Public Health Emergency “Stay at Home Order” rema i n s i n ef fect, requ i r i ng a l l residents of the Nava jo Nation to stay home and self-isolated. All non-essential businesses are ordered to close to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus.

“ To protect ou r selve s, our families, and communities, we need to stay home to beat the virus. Every person must remain home unless you need food, medicine, or other essential items, but beyond that, we shouldn’t have anyone traveling or going out into the public. If you need essential items, send only one person a nd use ever y precaution available, such as taking sanitizing wipes or hand sanitizers into stores,” Nez said.

“St ay home, st ay sa fe, save lives! A s leaders, we continue to pray for the individuals and families affected by the virus, and we pray for a speedy recover y,” L izer said.

Nez and Lizer spent March 24 continuing to spread the word on the ground as they distributed information to the public and urged those on the road to return home

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Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez Photo Credit: OPVP

Navajo Nation Council passes emergency legislation to access COVID-19 Medicaid dollars URGES NEW MEXICO GOVERNOR TO LAUNCH THE INDIAN MANAGED CARE ENTITY

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INDOW ROCK, Ariz. - The Nava jo Nat ion Cou nci l u n a nimously passed emergency legislation 0069 -20 Ma rch

20, requesting the Governor of New Mexico activate the Na a t ’á a n i i D e v e lo p m e n t Cor poration - Molina Hea lt hca re, I ncor porated Indian Managed Care Entity

to gain access to Medicaid dollars to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 on the Navajo Nation.

“In this time of crisis, we need all the available

resources we can get to fight the spread of the novel coronavirus on the Navajo Nation.

The Council wa s wise in fast-tracking this initiative Congress passed legislation increasing Medicaid by 6.2 percent to fight the coronavirus; however, that extra money is not impactful unless the NDC Managed Care Organization is able to access those funds. We can no longer be the forgotten population. We need the extra dollars and I strongly urge the Navajo President to sign the legislation,” Navajo Nation Delegate and the Council’s Health, Education and Human Services Committee Chairman

Navajo Nation Council Delegate Daniel E. Tso, chair of the Navajo Nation Health, Education and Human Services Committee.

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POLICE ACTIVITY | FROM PAGE 10 was later identified as Gilbert David John, 31, of Brimhall.

There was a bench warrant out for Brown’s arrest. John

DWI REPORT | FROM PAGE 10 dispatched to Fort Wingate after a woman called to express concern that her daughter was driving while intoxicated.

As he got off I-40 at the Fort Wingate exit, he observed a car matching the description given by the woman. Instead of her daughter, Blackgoat found himself talking to Vernell Harvey, 34, who has homes listed in Tohatchi, N.M. and Window Rock, Ariz.

Blackgoat said he asked Harvey where he was going and Harvey replied he was just driving around. Harvey also said he had nothing to drink that night. Harvey was asked to get out of his car and when he did, he was asked again if he had had anything to drink and he again said “no.”

Harvey agreed to take the standard field sobriety tests and as he did, Blackgoat said he could see that his eyes were watery and bloodshot. He did poorly on the tests and at one

NAVAJO TESTS | FROM PAGE 14 safely, and only travel if necessary for food, medicine, or other essential items. “ We a r e n o t l e t t i n g down. We are stepping up our efforts to fight for the resources that our Navajo people, f i r st re sponder s, a nd ma ny other s need to respond and recover from this pandemic. It’s going to be a tough challenge, but we will overcome like our ancestors did,” Nez added.

The Navajo Department of Emergency Management, i n coord i nat ion w it h t he Telecommunications R e g u l a t o r y C o m m i s s io n Office, successfully issued an Emergency Alert through text message March 23 urging all Navajo residents to stay home to prevent the sprea d of t he v i r u s. T he NEWS

had several outstanding bench warrants.

As Lee was investigating the case at the mall, a woman named Antonia Teller showed up and said the vehicle Brown was driving was stolen from

her early that morning as she was sleeping at a nearby motel.

Teller said a friend saw her car as she was driving by and woke her up with the news.

Teller said she did not know

Brown and had not given her permission to drive her car.

Brown was arrested for aggravated fleeing from an officer, unlawful taking of a motor vehicle, and resisting, evading or obstructing an officer. John

was booked on outstanding warrants and additionally on the same charges as Brown.

Brown was released on her own recognizance by a judge, while John is in custody on a no bond.

point said he couldn’t take the test and advised Blackgoat to arrest him, which Blackgoat eventually did.

Har vey later agreed to take a breath alcohol test and posted two samples of .18.

Harvey is in custody on a $1,500 cash or surety bond.

Molina asked Him if he had been drinking and Him admitted to having had two beers and half a shot of liquor. Molina said he slurred his words and had bloodshot eyes.

Him agreed to take the standard field sobriety tests and failed. He also agreed to take a portable breath test and posted a sample of .10. Later he agreed to take a breath test at the police station and posted two samples of .09.

Besides DWI, he was also charged with possession of marijuana.

Him was released on his own recognizance by a judge.

Drive and Highway 66 when he noticed a car run a red light.

He conducted a traffic stop and went to talk to Taylor Dema rch i-Ra msey, 19, of Gallup, who showed signs of being intoxicated.

He said he asked her if she had been drinking and she admitted to having had two shots of liquor. When he asked her again a couple of minutes later, she said three shots.

She agreed to take the standard field sobriety tests and failed. Later she agreed to take a breath alcohol test and posted samples of .14 and .15.

Ramsey was released on her own recognizance by a judge.

said he was on regular patrol when he observed a car with no headlights on.

He conducted a traffic stop and went up to talk to Michael Little, 41, of Farmington. As he talked to Little, he said he could smell alcohol from inside the car.

Little said he had just come from the Coal Street Pub and had had only one drink.

Little said the alcoholic smell came from the fact he had just washed his hands with sanitizer.

But Rangel said he noticed Little was slurring his words and had bloodshot eyes, so he asked him if he would agree to take the standard field sobriety tests. Little agreed, but failed the tests and was arrested for DWI. Little then agreed to take a breath alcohol test and posted two samples of .15.

L it t le wa s relea sed on his own recognizance by a judge.

Aaron Him March 20, 10:52 pm DWI Ga l lup Pol ice O f f icer Domenic Molina was dispa t ched t o the area of UNM-Gallup c a m p u s becau se of reports of a car running vehicles off the road.

Molina said he found the car on Boardman Drive and saw the driver pass another car in the no passing zone. He conducted a traffic stop and talked to Aaron Him, 32, of Zuni.

He said as he talked to Him, he could smell the odor of marijuana and liquor coming from inside the vehicle. He said he could also see a small bag containing a green leafy substance in plain sight.

system will also be used to issue AMBER Alerts, Silver Alerts, Weather Alerts, and Missing Endangered Person A ler t s. Suppl ies a re a lso arriving from the Strategic National Stockpile, and being delivered to health care centers on the Navajo Nation.

A ll residents of the Nava jo Nat ion ca n reg is ter to receive a ler ts from the Nava jo Depar tment of Emergency Management by texting “Nava joNation” to 888777or registering online at nnalert.com The Nava jo Police Depar tment is also on the ground informing communities using public address systems from police units.

I f Ch i lch i nbeto resident s have questions or need assistance, call (928) 871- 6271.

To contact the main Navajo Health Command Operations Center, call (928) 871-7014.

Taylor Demarchi-Ramsey March 18, 00:35 am DWI G a l lu p Police Officer D ome n ic Mol i n a s a id he was at the i nt er s ec t ion of Boardman

Michael P. Little March 13, 8:43 pm D W I (Second) Ga l lup Police Officer R i c h a r d Ra ngel III

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Trump Administration should postpone oil, gas lease sales until prices stabilize James Jimenez Executive Director N.M. Voices for Children

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L BUQU ERQU E While New Mexico families are focused on making sure their loved ones are safe and healthy during this fast-moving crisis, other problems are brewing at the state level that may

cause pain for years to come.

Plummeting oil and gas prices are draining the state budget of funds needed for public safety, health care, education, and more. Actions by the Trump Administration will make this long-term revenue crisis worse.

New leases that will allow companies to drill for oil and gas on federal lands are scheduled to go on sale in May. The

lease rates are based on current oil and gas prices, so clearly any leases sold soon will go at bargain-basement prices. As New Mexico receives a share of the lease revenue, which helps put books in our classrooms and medicines in our clinics and hospitals, we will not be getting full value for our shared state resources. It is simply irresponsible for this Administration to

allow leases to be sold at this time in this volatile market when prices are being driven by fights between oil-producing nations rather than normal supply and demand factors.

The Administration must do the right thing and postpone these lease sales until prices stabilize. It’s the right thing to do to protect New Mexico’s children and families.

James Jimenez, executive director of New Mexico Voices for Children

Letter to the Editor: Avoiding COVID-19 and humans Dear Editor: What did I do with the unexpected time off due to the pandemic? Well, I stayed at home to prevent germ-sharing and germ-spreading. And read about COVID-19, and watched the news about COVID-19, and talked about COVID-19.

What else did I do? Sipped coffee and gazed at the birds and squirrels outside my window.

Some internet surfing. Some reading. Some writing. Texting with family, friends, and coworkers. A little cooking. A little cleaning. A little organizing. Drank decaffeinated tea. Nibbled on

peanut butter eggs. Trump may cancel Easter, so I ate some of my stash of holiday candy while waiting for the COVID-19 microbes to conk out in Ohio.

Then I found some old teeth whitening strips and bleached my choppers. Then I shaved my 120 pound dog’s wooly fur. Tried to give her a stylish lion-look with a mane and a mohawk down her back, but she more resembled a laughing hyena. Drank another cup of tea and checked email and text messages. Snacked on Doritos. Watched funny animal videos on YouTube.

Added a nap. Too cold to work

in the yard. Ate homemade turkey chili. Watched the evening news about COVID-19. Prayed for a vaccine and a cure. Went to bed.

That was day one.

The next day, I went into the office to learn how to use teletherapy, the online mental health therapy services via high-resolution, live video conferencing. Can this old dog learn a new technology trick? And I have to look at myself on camera 40 hours per week until the pandemic is over.

Argh.

The next day, I woke-up to the sound of a bouncing ball and laughter. My heart smiled.

The sound felt familiar, comfortable and normal - neighborhood kids playing basketball. My dogs barked at the spring squirrels. A red robin perched in my tree.

But a pandemic is circling our planet. Americans need not only pray for Americans, but all humans on our Earth.

The following excerpts are from an article on the internet

by Dr. Abdu Sharkawy, MD, that gave me some reassurance: “The coronavirus is here. But fear not. Mass panic is also here.

Fear. I’m a doctor and an infectious diseases specialist.

I’ve been at this for more than 20 years seeing sick patients on a daily basis. I have worked in inner city hospitals and in the

Melissa Martin poorest slums of Africa. HIVAIDS, hepatitis, tuberculosis, SARS, measles, shingles, whooping cough, diphtheria … There is little I haven’t been exposed to in my profession. And with notable exception of SARS, very little has left me feeling vulnerable, overwhelmed or downright scared. I am not scared of COVID-19.

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COVID-19’s impact on concealed handgun licensing in New Mexico

By Jeremy Myers Secretary Libertarian Party of New Mexico

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ue to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic t he New Mex ico Department of Public Safety, the expiration date of currently issued concealed handgun licenses should be extended for 6 months, to September 16, 2020.  Citizens with a concealed carry license expiring in the next few months have no way to comply with the in-person training requirements of the

Department without violating the social isolation dictates of the Governor, and t he Depa r tment of P ublic Safety: “Due to t he COV ID -19 Pandemic, the State of New Mexico and the Department of Public Safety offices are now locked to the public.� ht t p s: // w w w.d p s . n m.gov/i ndex.php/top l i n k s -for-n m-re sident s / concealed-carry-licenses T h e fo l l ow i n g s t a t e ment from the New Mexico Department of Public Safety, Law Enforcement Records does not go nearly far enough

to address these extenuating circumstances. It only allows for an extension on the renewal of an application but does not extend the expiration period of the license itself: In response to the current COVID-19 pandemic, as a precautionary measure the New Mexico Department of Public Safety, Law Enforcement Records Bureau, has authorized extending the grace period to renew a Concealed Carry Permit license after expiration date, from 60 days to 120 days. This extension ONLY applies to licenses that expired

on or after March 16, 2020, and only applies to the renewal of an application.

However, be reminded that: pursuant to NMAC 10.8.2.17(A) (1) ‌ “If the license has expired, a licensee shall not carry a concealed handgun until he or she receives a renewed license.â€?

This extension for renewing expired licenses does not apply to licenses that expired before March 16, 2020; and those that would be suspended or revoked pursuant to the New Mexico Concealed Carry Handgun Act. Licenses that expired on or before March 15,

2020, are still covered by the 60-day period before and after the expiration date to renew the license, as provided by the Concealed Carry Handgun Act. However, if required, management will review on a caseby-case basis.

Concealed carry licensees who, for no fault of theirs are not able to renew, should not be deprived of their ability to legally protect themselves, their loved ones and the general public. -- Thanks!

Jeremy Myers

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I am concerned about the implications of a novel infectious agent that has spread the world over and continues to find new footholds in different soil. I am rightly concerned for the welfare of those who are elderly, in frail health, or disenfranchised who stand to suffer mostly, and disproportionately, at the hands of this new scourge. But I am not scared of COVID-19.�

Dr. Sharkawy ended his article with the following words: “I implore you all. Temper fear with reason, panic with patience and uncertainty with education.

We have an opportunity to learn a great deal about health hygiene and limiting the spread of innumerable transmissible diseases in our society. Let’s meet this challenge together in the best spirit of compassion for others, patience, and above all, an unfailing effort to seek truth, facts and knowledge as opposed to conjecture, speculation and catastrophizing.

Facts, not fear. Clean hands.

Open hearts.� InsideSources. com.

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A star in the making FORMER GALLUPIAN DREAMS OF NATIONAL TV SYNDICATION

By Beth Blakeman Associate Editor

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eet Colt Balok. Or maybe you already have. Colt Balok, who until the age of seven, was known as Matthew Tyler Crosby, was adopted at the age of two, by a couple who likes animals. His new dad was a veterinarian. His new mom runs the humane society. The couple had six other children…all with first names that started with a “C.” Since Matthew doesn’t start with a “C,” he felt a little out of place, until, at the age of seven, he chose himself a new first name, one that started with a “C.” He named himself Colt, because his best friend’s name was Cole. He became Colt Matthew Balok.

Colt says he remembers people he has met who might not even realize they know him. He grew up in Gallup and left for UNM in Albuquerque when he became 18.

He planned out his career a few times over the years. First, he wanted to be an athletic director. So he shadowed an athletic director for a day and decided it was not for him.

Then he wanted to go into politics and got a degree in political science. He worked on political campaigns. But he decided that wasn’t the magic ticket, either.

When he graduated, he started a TV show on public access TV. The idea was planted in his head after he saw Britney Spears in concert when he was eight years old. He said he couldn’t play an instrument and he couldn’t sing. So he’d have to do something else.

He decided on a talk show.

The mission for the show: to inspire people to become their best, to leave their mediocrity behind. He says people don’t recognize how much they touch other people, their sphere of influence.

One of his favorite interviews was with David Archuleta, who took second place during the seventh season of American Idol.

Balok said Archuleta skyped into the show and opened up about how he struggled with

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Gallupian Colt Balok looks into a bright future with a TV talk show. “The Colt Balok Show” which will air in five states beginning April. Photo Credit: The Colt Balok Show

Colt Balok interviews Farmington, N.M. songbird Chevel Shepherd, season 15 winner of “The Voice,” Feb. 16, 2019 on “The Colt Balok Show.” Photo Credit: The Colt Balok Show

self-doubt and how he had been bullied. Balok called it one of the most intimate and vulnerable stories he ever broadcast.

Balok is no slouch. He reads and researches. He’s checked out Oprah and Stephen Covey and Leo Buscaglia.

Besides Oprah, Balok says he’d like to interview Taylor Swift because she’s always managed herself. He considers her the most successful artist ever. He shared four questions he would ask her. What does she want to be known for? What is her life purpose? What is her biggest struggle? And what is the biggest misperception about her?

Closer to home, he would like to interview Hiroshi Miyamura, a Medal of Honor winner for actions during the Korean War, who is currently 94 years old.

Balok says he wants to understand what it took for Miyamura to do the things he did, and to thank him for everything he’s done.

Balok wants to be as big as Oprah. He dreams of national syndication. But while those dreams seem massive, he has a humble view of them. And

RJ Mitte, who appeared in “Breaking Bad,” shows off his key to the City of Albuquerque while on stage with Colt Balok, host of “The Colt Balok Show” May 3, 2019. Photo Credit: The Colt Balok Show

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he is aware that the COVID19 situation is creating chaos which can disrupt everything.

Nevertheless, when asked about his plans to expand, he says, “when God allows that to happen,” and that he’ll go “wherever God wants to put me.”

Right now, he’s growing. His show has been airing on My50TV for 26 weeks and he signed a contract that starts April 20 with CW Utah, CW Southern Colorado, ABC Fox Montana, and CW Kansas.

His message to Gallupians: “Be who you’re called to be.

I think so many people don’t believe in themselves. Everyone in Gallup should be able to do greater things than I’m doing,” he said. “I believe in them. I want them to be proud of who they are, so they can give more of themselves to others. I am who I am because of people supporting me.”

You can see the Colt Balok show on My50TV, Facebook and YouTube. His show is scheduled Monday mornings from 6 am - 7 am, just the right time, he says, to help people kick off their week on a positive, inspired note.

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Organizer of Battered Families benefit dinner reflects on turnout

By Cody Begaye Sun Correspondent

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ast month, Rehoboth McKinley Christian Health Care Services organized and hosted a Valentine’s Day fundraiser for Battered Families Services at the Knights of Columbus Hall.

Guests got to enjoy a meal provided by the hospital’s Behavioral Health Services’s culinary staff and dance to music provided by Marvis Wynn, aka DJ Marvelous, a KGLP disc jockey.

Cassandra Lopez, administrative director for outpatient clinics at RMCHCS, reflected on the benefit dinner March 25.

“It was a lot of fun. We had probably about 50 to 60 people there,” she said. “We would have liked a better turnout, but what we had was great.”

She added she thinks a lot of people were happy to participate in the function and support Battered Families.

“We have a committee at RMCHCS that helps put these fundraisers together, so there’s

MEDICAID DOLLARS | FROM PAGE 14 legislation which passed by a vote of 21-0. When activated, the NDC MCO could get up to $40 million to fight the novel coronavirus and its impact.

On Jan. 20, the Navajo Nation Council unanimously passed legislation requesting the State of New Mexico to issue all necessary approvals to the Naat’áanii Development Cor por a t ion a nd Mol i n a Healthcare, Inc. to launch an Indian Managed Care Entity in New Mexico. This would be the fi rst tribal IMCE in the country.

However, the launch was delayed by differing opinions between the Navajo Nation Council and the Office of the President and Vice-President over launching enrollment. The NNC’s position is to go with passive enrollment because no new contractor has ever gone with active enrollment.

Manley Begay, Jr., chairman of the Naat’áanii Development Corporation, urged President Jonathan Nez to sign the legislation.

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Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance benefit check in the amount of $2,000 is presented to Battered Families Services. From left: Franki Caravejo, of the employee event fundraising committee; Cassandra Lopez, committee member, Christina Diaz, RMCHCS member of the health information management dept; Emily Ellison, intern executive director Battered Families Services, and RMCHCS CEO David Conejo. Photo Credit: RMCHCS Marketing Department a group of us that loves doing this,” she said. “That’s what we’re about, helping people and serving the community.”

Each week, RMCHCS adds a nother $150 to Battered Families through food sales and other various efforts.

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H1N1 outbreak, that American Indians and Alaska Natives wer e d i s pr op or t ion a t ely impacted - a report by the Center for Disease Control notes that the death rate was higher than the rate for all other racial/ethnic populations combined,” Begay said. “Now we are dealing with COVID19 pandemic, which is notably worse than H1N1, and we cannot sit back while this crisis threatens our people. Time is of the essence. We need the NDC MCO operational to access the necessary dollars to mitigate the spread of the disease on the Navajo Nation” “Once the IMCE is fully implemented, the NDC MCO members would have access to free testing and diagnostics for the novel coronavirus,” Begay continued. “It would also provide doctor and hospital visits with all necessary prescriptions, x-rays and laboratory services for members that require treatment against the virus. We hope President Nez will stand together with us by signing this critical legislation.”

The legislation was sent to the Navajo Nation President.

He has 10 days to sign or veto

i s a g reat orga n i z at ion,” RMCHCS CEO David Conejo said March 25. “RMCHCS is committed to providing support to the battered families of Gallup and McKinley County and [I] look forward to their growth as a viable service organization.”

RMCHCS Health Information Management department presents a $150 check to Battered Families Services. From left: Christina Diaz, Associate Director of HIM; Emily Ellison, Intern Executive Director Battered Families Services, and RMCHCS CEO David Conejo. Photo Credit: RMCHCS Marketing Department

Public Notice

March 30th Meeting Postponed Due to public safety concerns over the spread of COVID 19 virus, City of Gallup has closed El Morro Event Center to gatherings until further notice.

When the Event Center has reopened, Gallup BID will reschedule this meeting and announce the new date.

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Blu-ray/DVD Roundup for March 27, 2020

By Glenn Kay For the Sun Welcome back to another look at highlights arriving on Blu-ray and DVD. Since you likely can’t make it out to the movies this week, be sure to give one of these titles a try!

Big New Releases!

Asako I & II - This foreign-language film from Japan details a young woman in Osaka who falls for a man, only to have him disappear mysteriously.

A couple of years later, she encounters another person who looks exactly like her original boyfriend, but has a completely different personality. The lead is attracted to this new person, but must contend with feelings of confusion about the two figures. The press enjoyed witnessing this drama/romance.

A small contingent did complain that the protagonist was so inwardly drawn that she didn’t make much of an impression. Still, far more found the concept intriguing. They were constantly kept on their toes as to what these strange and unexpected encounters meant and what was really going on.

The cast includes Erica Karata and Masahiro Higashide.

Come to Daddy - A 30-something man living with h is mot her and struggling with alcoholism receives a letter from his estranged f a t h e r a s king him to visit. The lead heads out to his dad’s secluded country home in the hopes of reconnecting. However, his parent’s odd behavior makes him realize that he has been invited under false pretenses.

Before long, the son fi nds himself in a waking nightmare.

Critics enjoyed this creeper a nd gave it ver y positive

write-ups. A small group did think that it was all a bit silly as horror pictures go, and eventually lost its way in the second half. However, a great many thought the fl ick was B-movie gold, calling it sharp, fun, shocking and bizarre in equal measure. It stars Elijah Wood, Stephen McHattie, Mar tin Donovan and Michael Smiley.

Hello Destroyer - Without thinking, a talented young hockey player o n t he ic e commits an in-game act of v iolence and seriously i nju re s a n opponent.

The lead’s life a nd f utu re slowly start to fall apart after he is ignored by the coaching staff and shunned by teammates. Despite trying to make amends for his actions, he realizes that he is also being ostracized by the community. Made back in 2016, this Canadian drama was nominated for several awards in its homeland.

However, it took some time to fi nd U.S. distribution and is fi nally arriving on DVD (you can also currently stream it on Amazon Prime). Critics were very positive about it, although they warned viewers that the story was incredibly bleak. They commented that it did a solid job of examining systemic violence in sports and contradictory messages being sent to young players. The cast includes Jared Abrahamson, Darren Mann, Ian Tracey and Sara Canning.

The Song of Names - This film follows a young PolishJewish v io l i n prod ig y who is sent to London to live with a n E n g l i sh f a m i l y during WWII. T h r o w n together with another youngster in the household, the two are boys forced into trying to live together.

As they grow up, the musician begins to draw attention from the public and a concert is arranged, but permanently disappears on the night of his debut. Decades pass and the violinist’s childhood friend sets out to fi nd out what happened and why.

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slightly more negative reviews than positive ones.

Those who enjoyed it, called the film intriguing and felt that the music, as well as the final reveal, was powerful. Slightly more didn’t care for the temporal jumps and found the protagonists difficult to root for. It stars Tim Roth, Clive Owen, Catherine McCormack, Jonah HauerKing, Gerran Howell and Saul Rubinek.

Blast from the Past!

Scor pion Releasing has recently put out a trio of Blurays for sale through their Ronin Flix website, roninf lix.com. This week’s titles i nclude t he ma r t ia l a r t s/ action effor t, Blin d Rage (1976). The movie stars Fred Williamson and Leo Fong. It arrives with a new HD master and interviews with the cast, as well as a trailer.

You Know, For Kids!

Here are some titles that might distract youngsters (and those who are young at heart).

Highlights Watch & Learn!: Happy Birthday, Make a Wish!

Highlights Watch & Learn: Spring Fling!

The Wizard (1989) On the Tube!

And if you like Doctor Who, there’s a TV-related release coming your way.

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Email: gallupsun@gmail.com LEGAL/PUBLIC NOTICES STATE OF NEW MEXICO COUNTY OF MCKINLEY ELEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT NASHAT T. KHALAF Plaintiff, vs.

MICHAEL P. MATAYA, MICHAEL P. MATAYA REVOCABLE TRUST DATED JULY 24, 1992, INDIAN CAPITAL DISTRIBUTING, INC., CRAIG H. DILL CHAPTER 11 TRUSTEE, BRAD HALL & ASSOCIATES, INC., DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY – INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICES, CHARLES B. POLICH, UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, and LISA C. NUNEZ.

Defendants.

described;

No. D-1113-CV-2009-00646-7

Thence South 12° 21’ 00” East 229.04 feet distance to a 1” iron pin at the most northerly southeast corner of the parcel herein described said southeast corner being also the northeast corner of a tract of land conveyed by Texaco, Inc., to M. & D. Enterprise, a partnership composed of Mike Mataya, Jr., and I. H. Danoff by the deed dated January 10, 1977;

NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given that on April 29, 2020 at the hour of 10:00 o’clock a.m., the undersigned Special Master, or his designee, will, at the front entrance of 104 E. Aztec Avenue, Gallup, New Mexico 87301, sell all of the rights, title and interest of the abovenamed Defendants, in and to the hereinafter described real estate to the highest bidder for cash. The property to be sold is located at 2900 W. Historic 66, Gallup, McKinley County, New Mexico, (if there is a conflict between the legal description and the street address, the legal description shall control) and is more particularly described as follows: Exhibit 1 Parcel One (1): That certain parcel of land situated within the southwest quarter (SW ¼ ) of Section Twenty-Four (24), Township Fifteen (15) North, Range Nineteen (19) West, N.M.P.M., McKinley County, New Mexico and lying north U.S. Highway 66 bearings are referred to New Mexico State Highway Department Construction Plans for U.S. Highway 66.

Beginning at the most southerly southwest corner of the parcel herein described said southwest corner being a point on the northerly right of the way line of U.S. Highway 66 whence: -(1) Highway right of way marker “T” rail in place (being Highway Station 930 00) bears South 77° 39’ 00” West 282.80 feet distance, and -(2) The quarter corner (2 ½ inch iron pipe in place) common the Sections TwentyFive (25) and Twenty-Six (26), Township Fifteen (15) North, Range Nineteen (19) West, N.M.P.M., McKinley County, New Mexico bears South 14° 04’ 03” West 3,826.30 feet distance; Thence North 12° 21’ 00” West 348.64 feet distance to a 1” iron pin at the northwest corner of the parcel herein described; Thence North 82° 00’ 00” East 200.75 feet distance to a 1” iron pin at the northeast corner of the parcel herein

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bears South 77° 39’ 00” West 39 feet distance and

Thence South 77° 39’ 00” East 161.00 feet to a 1” iron pin said point being the northwest corner of the tract of land conveyed by Texaco, Inc., to M. & D. Enterprises; Thence South 12° 21’ 00” East along the west boundary line of the tract of land conveyed to M. & D. Enterprise 104.00 feet to an iron pin at its southwest corner on said northerly right of way of U.S. Highway 66 said point also being the most southerly southeast corner of the tract of land herein conveyed; Thence South 77° 39’ 00” West along said northerly right of way a distance of 39.00 feet to the Place of Beginning.

Parcel Two (2): The certain parcel of land situated within the southwest quarter (SW ¼) of Section Twenty-Four (24), Township Fifteen (15) North, Range Nineteen (19) West, N.M.P.M, lying north of U.S. Highway 66. Bearings are referred to New Mexico State Highway Department Construction Plans for U.S. Highway 66.

Beginning at the southwest corner of the parcel herein described said southwest corner being a point on the northerly right of way line of U.S. Highway 66 whence: -(1) Highway right of way marker “T” rail in place (being Highway Station 930 00) bears South 77° 39’ 00” West 321.80 feet distance and -(2) Highway right of way marker “T” rail in place (being Highway Station 940 00) bears North 77° 39’ 00” East 678.79 feet distance and -(3) The quarter corner (2 ½ “ iron pipe in place) common to Sections Twenty-Five (25) and Twenty-Six (26), Township Fifteen (15) North, Range Nineteen (19) West, N.M.P.M., McKinley County, New Mexico

Thence South 14° 04’ 03” West 3,826.30 feet distance; Thence North 12° 21’ 00” West 104 feet distance to the northwest corner of the parcel herein described; Thence North 77° 39’ 00” East 161 feet distance to the northeast corner of the parcel herein described; Thence South 12° 21’ 00” East 104 feet distance to the southeast corner of the parcel herein described said southeast corner being a point on said northerly right of way of U.S. Highway 66; Thence South 77° 39’ 00” West 161 feet distance along said northerly right of way to the point and place of beginning. including any improvements, fixtures, and attachments, such as, but not limited to mobile homes. Subject to all taxes, utility liens and other restrictions and easements of record, and subject to a one (1) month redemption by the Defendants, the foregoing sale will be made to satisfy a foreclosure judgement lien on the above-entitled and numbered cause, being an action to foreclose a judgement lien on the above-described property.

The Plaintiff’s judgement is Six Hundred Ninety-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-Two and 04/100 ($698,972.04) Dollars, and the same bears interest at 10% per annum, which accrues at the rate of Fifty-Three and 05/100 ($53.05) Dollars per diem, commencing on March 3, 2020. The Plaintiff has the right to bid at such sale all of its judgement amount and submit its bid verbally or in writing.

The Plaintiff may apply all or any part of its judgement to the purchase price in lieu of cash.

The sale may be postponed and rescheduled at the discretion of the Special Master.

The Court’s decree, having duly appointed Fran Pawlowski, as its Special Master to advertise and immediately offer for sale the subject real estate and to apply the proceeds of sale, first to the costs of sale and the Special Master’s Fees, then

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CLASSIFIEDS | FROM PAGE 21 to pay the above-described judgement, interest, and costs of sale, and to pay unto the registry of the Court any balance remaining to satisfy future adjudication of priority mortgage holders; NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that in the event that said property is not sooner redeemed, the undersigned will as set forth above, offer for sale and sell to the highest bidder cash or equivalent, the lands and improvements described above for the purpose of satisfying, in the adjudged order of priorities, the judgement described herein and decree of foreclosure together with any additional costs and attorney’s fees, costs of advertisement and publication, a reasonable receiver and Special Master’s fee to be fixed by the Court.

The total amount of judgement plus interest due is Six Hundred Ninety-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-Two and 04/100 ($698,972.04) Dollars, plus interest, attorney’s fees and costs to and including date of sale. Sale is subject to the entry of an order of the Court approving the terms and conditions of this sale.

Witness my hand this 9th day of March, 2020. /s/ Fran Pawlowski Fran Pawlowski, Special Master 104 E. Aztec Ave. Gallup, New Mexico 87301 (505) 722-5871

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Public Notice No. D-1113-PB-2020-00011 Public Notice is hearby given that Gallup Business Improvement District’s yearly informational Open House meeting scheduled to be held at the El Morro Event Center on Monday, March 30, 2020 from Noon - 2 PM has been cancelled due to concerns about the COVID-19 outbreak.

The Event Center will be closed until the virus situation changes.

Published: The Gallup Sun March 20, 2020 March 27, 2020 *** Public Notice The Gallup Housing Authority has received confirmation from the Department of Housing and Urban Development [HUD], that its five-year plan and annual plan updates are not due during this funding year cycle. Please disregard any prior notices regarding a public review period or a public hearing.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS GEORGIA L. TAYLOR has been appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of JOHN STEVEN TAYLOR, deceased. All persons having claims against this estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice of the claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented either to the Personal Representative at the offices of Mason & Isaacsons, P.A., 104 East Aztec Avenue, Gallup, New Mexico, 87301, attorneys for the Personal Representative, or filed with the District Court of McKinley County, New Mexico.

Dated: GEORGIA L. TAYLOR MASON & ISAACSON, P.A. James J. Mason Attorneys for Personal Representative 104 East Aztec Avenue Gallup, New Mexico 87301 (505) 722- 4463 Published in the Gallup Sun:

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ITEM TWO: CASE # 2000600002: Request by Joseph Sanchez property owner of Red Rock Self Storage, Inc. and Kevin Taira on behalf of George T. & Wilma Taira, property owners for the Rezoning of 2.1917 acres M/L FROM Rural Holding Zone (RHZ) Zone District TO Heavy Commercial (HC) Zone District.

The properties are generally located northwest of Nizhoni Boulevard and Mesquite Drive; more particularly described as Lots 12 through 19, Block 1 and Lots 30 through 37, Block 2, Cedar Pine Addition Unit 1. This item had been previously advertised in a legal notice published March 20, 2020 to rezone 1.9307 acres M/L; however the acreage has increased 0.2610 acres M/L with an additional property being added to the request.

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Matthew & Geri Hughbanks, property owners, for the City of Gallup to vacate a 10’ wide, 98.07’ long public utility and drainage easement along the northern property line in order to allow for the construction of an accessory structure. The property is located at 3735 Maya Drive; more particularly described as Lot 10, Doug Alan Development Subdivision.

City of Gallup, McKinley County, New Mexico By: /S/ Alfred Abeita, City Clerk PUBLISH: 27 March 2020 CLASSIFIEDS

COMMUNITY CALENDAR MARCH 27 – APRIL 2, 2020 Due to the COVID-19 outbreak and the effort to “flatten the curve” to help stem its spread, most events on the Gallup Sun Community Calendar have been canceled.

Octavia Fellin Public Library (115 W. Hill Ave.) and the Children’s Library (200 W. Aztec Ave.) have shut down and all of their events have been canceled.

The library is providing a form with a QR code to request items for check-out.

The check out limit has been increased to 30 days for library materials and the return date has been extended to May 1.

Live videos are available daily on Facebook for technology classes, online workshops, Story time and other programs.

Research services are available online and over the phone.

Check ofpl.online/collections for promotion of digital resources.

You can also visit social media, @galluplibrary or ofpl. online for up-to-date information.

The Grey Area: Mandatory Student Training set for April 2 has been postponed. An undergraduate general session is currently scheduled for 2 pm May 1 at SSTC 200 at UNM-Gallup (705 Gurley Ave.).

The SBDC office at UNM Gallup is closed through April 5.

It is set to re-open April 6 at 8 am.

Low cost Spay and Neuter Days at the Gallup-McKinley County Humane Society (1315 Hamilton Rd., Gallup) have been postponed.

Procedures are still being conducted, however they are scheduled out through May 1. For the time being no new spay and neuter surgeries are being scheduled. The phones are still active and emergency calls will receive a response, and the crew continues feeding the animals at the shelter. However,

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Cosy Balok, Supervisor for Animal Control for the City of Gallup is asking people to hold onto animals and contact their own veterinarians if there is a medical need.

Only animals who must be euthanized will be taken in.

Since the Gallup-McKinley County Humane Society is a no-kill shelter, only animals who cannot be saved are euthanized. Throughout the year, the shelter has sent more than 3,500 animals to larger locations in Arizona, Utah and Colorado for adoptions. Those facilities are not taking transported animals at this time. In order to remain a no-kill facility, the shelter needs to provide enough space for the animals currently in its care. For more information, gmchumanesociety@gmail.com; (505) 863-2616 The City of Gallup has closed all municipally-owned playgrounds, including Bubany Park, Father Dunston Park, Ford Canyon Park Playground, Hadden Park, Indian Hills Playground, Mossman Park, Oliva Park, Playground of Dreams, Red Rock Park Playground, Sky City Park, Stagecoach Mini-Park and Viro Circle Park. In addition all citywide gazebos and public picnic shelters are closed to the public. All outdoor sports fields and trails are remaining open to the public. If you have questions about previously scheduled outdoor recreation events, please call the City of Gallup Parks and Recreation Department at (505) 726‐5492.

In addition, the following City Parks are also closed, Ford Canyon Sports Fields, Sports Complex, Indian Hills Ball Field, Tee Ball Field (behind Harold Runnels), Father Dunston Ball Field, Tony Dorsett Football Field and Walking Track, All City of Gallup tennis Courts and Basketball Courts, Gallup Skate Park, Gallup Dog Park.

The Fox Run Golf Course is closed. At this time all online booking, cart rentals, and range balls will be suspended until further notice. For more information:malcala@ gallupnm.gov; (505) 8639224.

CALENDAR Schools will hold a Board Meeting March 30 from 1 pm-2 pm at the GMCS Student Support Center (640 Boardman). This meeting was moved from Navajo Mid School.

Gallup Downtown Night Out, scheduled for March 28 is canceled. For more information:downtownnightout.com Cibola General Hospital and Cibola Family Health Center, will postpone all events until further notice for the safety of the community.

Through April 5, the Gallup Small Business Development Center office at UNM Gallup is closed. Staff will be available by email: cjarvison@ unm.edu and jlee04@unm.edu Gallup Solar which usually hosts free community classes and presentations about all things solar on Wednesdays from 6 pm to 8 pm at 113 E. Logan is currently not scheduling meetings due to COVID-19.

All Rockin J Reawakenings public events are canceled through April 10. This includes all Public Canine Compadres Trainings, all Public Self-Defense classes and our end-of-the-month Comradery Get-Together, our early April Comradery Get-Together, and unfortunately what would have been our 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt. They are still available by email/phone/etc for VSO assistance, and Canine Compadres support. In person support, if necessary, may be arranged. You may contact them at: reawakeningsinc@ gmail.com City of Gallup Community Providers meeting for April 30 may be canceled (updates forthcoming).

There is no school at GMCS between March 13 and April 3. The Student Support Center will be closed due to the Emergency Declaration from Governor Lujan Grisham. All sites will receive extensive cleaning on April 2-3, so facilities are ready to re-open on April 6.

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The following facilities are closed until further notice.

Facility staff are on‐call: • El Morro Theatre and

precautiona r y mea su re imposed on operations of state courts to protect public safety and safeguard the hea lth of New Mex ica ns.

Other measures provide New Mexicans additional time to pay fines and fees, require the use of audio and video teleconferencing for court

Events Center • Red Rock Park Convention Center • Aquatic Center • Gallup Senior Center (Meals are available on drive‐thru or delivery capacity. Transportation is limited to doctor-recommended appointments. Call (505)722‐4740 for more information.

• Cecil Garcia Fitness Center (March rates will be prorated and all future billing is suspended until the facility reopens.)

• Larry Brian Mitchell Recreation Center • Harold Runnels Athletic Complex The City of Gallup Customer Care area at 110 W. Aztec Ave. will be closed to the public. No in-person payment will be accepted at this site.

You may pay your utility payments in the following ways: 1. Drop money orders or checks in our outside drop box at 110 W. Aztec Ave. 2. Call the automated billing line at (505) 726‐4218 3. Access your account online for new customer applications and bill payment at utilities.gallupnm.gov 4. Mail payments to City of Gallup Utilities, PO Box 1400, Gallup NM 87305 For the safety and security of all employees, all guests to City Hall and the Gallup Joint Utilities facilities must visit the security desk at 110 W. Aztec Ave. Guests will be required to use hand sanitizer upon arrival and security will contact the appropriate department. If the department is available, security personnel will escort you to that department.

Gallup McKinley County Schools are closed.

OPEN Gallup McKinley County Schools will hold a Board Meeting March 30 from 1 pm-2 pm at the GMCS Student Support Center (640 Boardman). This meeting was moved from Navajo Mid School.

There are several hotlines you can call to discuss your health and if you are concerned about symptoms of COVID‐19: The City of Gallup Customer Care area at 110 W Aztec will be closed to the public. No in-person payment will be ac-

proceedings that need to continue and allow self-represented litigants to submit case fi lings to local courts by email and fax to help them

cepted at this site. You may pay your utility payments in the following ways: 1. Drop money orders or checks in our outside drop box at 110 W. Aztec 2. Call the automated billing line at (505) 726‐4218 3. Access your account online for new customer applications and bill payment at utilities.gallupnm.gov 4. Mail payments to City of Gallup Utilities, PO Box 1400, Gallup NM 87305 For the safety and security of all employees, all guests to City Hall and the Gallup Joint Utilities facilities must visit the security desk at 110 W. Aztec Avenue.

Guests will be required to use hand sanitizer upon arrival and security will contact the appropriate department. If the department is available, security personnel will escort you to that department.

• Rehoboth McKinley Medical Center’s hotline is (505) 236‐1074.

• Gallup Indian Medical Center’s hotline is: (505) 7265897.

• For additional information on the City of Gallup’s responses to COVID‐19 visit www.gallupnm.gov • For further information about the State of New Mexico Health Department’s response and actions, visit cv.nmhealth.org.

• For information from CDC on the national and international outbreak, preventative measures and more visit www.cdc.gov • The Office of the Governor has set up a coronavirus hotline and is encouraging individuals who are sick to call it for a pre‐assessment prior to heading to their healthcare provider. That number is (855) 600‐3453. To read the governor’s Public Health Order, visit https:// nmhealth.org/publication/ view/help/5668/ The City would also like to remind citizens to share information with individuals who do not use the internet.

• Please call (505) 863‐1254 for more information about available City services.

To post a nonprofit or civic event in the calendar section, please email: gallupsunevents@gmail.com or fax: (505) 212-0391. Deadline: Monday at 5 pm.

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More information about COVID-19 updates and the courts can be found on the N.M. Courts website.

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