WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. — On October 24, Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren met with Wide Ruins Chapter officials and administration to discuss critical infrastructure issues affecting local families.
The discussion centered on improving access to essential services like water and electricity, which remain unavailable for many community members. Leaders emphasized how this lack of infrastructure continues to impact daily life, health, and overall well-being.
Chapter leadership presented updates and priorities across several key areas, including cemetery land acquisition and accessibility, road maintenance systems, and county maintenance agreements. New priority systems will focus on high-use routes, school access, and senior services, while updated agreements will help strengthen coordination with counties and fund necessary improvements.
“At the end of the day, we’re always trying to figure out how to improve the lives of our communities,” said President Nygren. “No president has really attempted to meet with every chapter individually the way we’re doing it now … It’s important work. I like it because we’re all on the same team, working together to get things done for our people.”
Officials also discussed culvert installations, utility planning, and home deliveries expected to be turned over to chapters by November. Improving chapter responsiveness, communication, and resource sharing were also identified as essential to accelerating progress.
Senior center assessments and funding were also highlighted as critical priorities, with teams working to ensure facilities are operational and able to support elder programs and home-based meal services.
Attendees included Council delegate Arbin Mitchell, Chapter President Shawnevan Dale, Community Coordinator Michael Halliwell, among others.
The Nygren Administration plans to continue these working sessions to ensure projects move forward efficiently and that the people of Wide Ruins receive the services they deserve.
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