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Federal OSHA Rejects Arizona’s Residential Fall Protection Standards
On Feb. 6, 2015, the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Federal OSHA) published a formal notice in the Federal Register rejecting Arizona’s state-specific residential fall protection (RFP) standards, which were enacted in 2012 and had been codified in A.R.S. §§ 23-492 through 492.09. The formal notice can be reviewed at: https://www.federalregister.gov/a/2015-02302 . As a […]
READ MOREThe Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing Hires Jeremy McCown as Technical Operations Analyst
The Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing (ACDHH) is pleased to announce that Jeremy McCown has been hired as technical operations analyst. In his role, McCown will assist the staff with all computer related concerns, maintain all communications equipment as well as implement efficient and innovative ways to use technology for […]
READ MOREACCEL Honors Employees with First-Ever Leading with the Why Distinguished Service Award
ACCEL, a private, nonprofit school for children with special needs has honored a team in its organization with the first-ever “Leading with the Why” Distinguished Service Award for best promoting its vision of providing a life of dignity and self-worth. Honorees include Christine Johnson, teacher; Chelse Conway, paraprofessional; Julius Canderelia, paraprofessional; Jonie Thompson, paraprofessional; […]
READ MORELeonardo Loo Named Chair of Chicanos Por La Cause Inc. Board of Directors
The national law firm of Quarles & Brady LLP today announced that Leonardo Loo, a partner in the firm’s Phoenix office, has been named the chair of the board of directors for Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC), a statewide community development corporation committed to building stronger, healthier communities as a lead advocate, coalition builder, […]
READ MORECEASARS FOUNDATION/HARRAH’S AK-CHIN CASINO GIVE BACK TO AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY IN A BIG WAY
On Jan. 21, The Caesars Foundation, coordinated through the staff at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, presented an $8,000 check to American Cancer Society for Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino’s month-long initiative to raise awareness of preventative health and treatment of breast cancer during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In addition, Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino also donated $3,100 to the American […]
READ MOREArizona American Indian Tourism Association Hosts Arizona Indian Festival
The Arizona American Indian Tourism Association (AAITA) will host the Arizona Indian Festival from Jan. 29-31, 2015 at the City of Scottsdale Civic Center Mall. The family-friendly event will include a full schedule of distinctive and traditional culture and resources to showcase the diversity of the American Indian Tribes of Arizona. The Ak-Chin Ba’Ban Keihina […]
READ MOREThe Ak-Chin Indian Community Tribal Council Selects The 2015 Chairman and Vice-Chairman
The Ak-Chin Indian Community Tribal Council has selected Louis J. Manuel, Jr., as chairman and Delia M. Carlyle as vice-chair. The two were selected for one-year terms as the chair and vice-chair. Both Manuel and Carlyle have goals to continue the expansion of economic development projects and job creation for the Community. “I am honored […]
READ MOREACCEL Hires Dr. Catherine Cisar as Principal
ACCEL, a private, nonprofit school for children with special needs, has hired Dr. Catherine Cisar as principal. In her role, Dr. Cisar will provide day-to-day leadership, support and training for teachers and staff, curriculum design and implementation as well as administrative management at ACCEL’s East Campus in Tempe. Dr. Cisar earned her Bachelor of […]
READ MOREDrugFreeAZKids.org to host “Building Better Family Relationships” Webinar
WHAT: DrugFreeAZKids.org invites parents, caregivers, teachers and community members to participate in an upcoming webinar on building better family relationships. DrugFreeAZKids.org is the leading source of information about preventing youth substance abuse. One key way of prevention is to build and maintain strong family relationships. Having strong bonds within the family easily allows parents […]
READ MOREAk-Chin Indian Community Elects Two Tribal Council Members
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has elected Gabriel Lopez and Ann Antone to its tribal council. Each will serve a three-year term and join Louis J. Manuel, Jr., Delia M. Carlyle and Robert Miguel on the tribal council. Lopez, who has previously served three terms on the council, strongly believes in making education a priority […]
READ MOREThe Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing Hires Vicki Bond as Interpreter Assessment Coordinator
The Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing (ACDHH) has hired Vicki Bond as the organization’s Interpreter Assessment Coordinator. In her role, Bond will provide professional development opportunities for all American Sign Language interpreters, conduct workshops and trainings, assist with the licensure and complaint processes, establish an interpreter mentoring program and serve […]
READ MOREKathryn “Kitty” Maloney-Langmade Appointed To Third Term On Camelback East Village Planning Committee
W.J. Maloney Plumbing, Heating & Cooling has announced that company president Kathryn “Kitty” Maloney-Langmade has been reappointed to the Camelback East Village Planning Committee for the city of Phoenix. Having already served two terms over the last three years, she will serve an additional 12 months on the committee. The job of the committee is […]
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