The Pinon Chapter has been heavily impacted by the
consequences of the Navajo-Hopi land dispute. The chapter
lands are situated within the Former Joint Use Area. It
was not until April 18, 1979 that the disputed land was
divided between the two tribes and boundaries drawn. This
action finally lifted the ban or freeze on construction
activities. Families have allowed home site leases to
relocatees to assure them of a place to live; home site
leases are very hard to obtain, especially if one is not
from the chapter. Social, health, and education services
have had to be adjusted to meet the additional demand
caused by the relocation. Pinon, recognized as a Navajo
Nation “secondary growth center” by the Division of
Economic Development. In 1993 a mini-mall was built which
includes a supermarket, a laundromat, and three other
outlets. A new chapter house was also built the same year
replacing use of one that was built during the 1950’s.
The Pinon Chapter conducts monthly meetings to keep
residens informed; residents have a forum to express their
opinions to their Navajo Nation Council Delegate or to
decide on matters concerning their chapter.
Upcoming Chapter Meetings:
- March, 03, 2008- Planning Meeting @ 9AM
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COAL is beening giving out, to all registered Chapter Voter
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March 06 Food Distribution @ 9AM
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March 10, 2008- Regular Chapter Meeting @ 10AM
"Servicing the Governmental Needs of the Pinon Chapter
Residents."
Navajo Nation Government Link ---> http://www.navajo.org/
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Photo by Nelson
Pinon Chapter Officals
Bessie S. Allen
President
Evelyn M. Meadows
Vice President
Mary Lou Tsedah
Secretary/Treasurer
Dorothy Howard
Community Services Coordinator
Mary Ann Dick
Office Specialist
Willard Benward
Grazing Board
Preston McCabe Sr.
Council Delegate
Lorenzo Bedonie
Council Delegate
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