Gila River Indian Community

08/28/2026

Public Notice South Housing

The Department of Transportation (DOT) will be paving sections of the road:
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - Friday, September 4, 2026
4:00 AM - 5:00 PM

For any questions or concerns, please call Road Maintenance and Construction Manager, Victor Duran at (520) 610-9418.

08/28/2026

Drivers traveling on State Route 347 should plan for lane restrictions Aug. 27 to Sept. 4

The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for north- and southbound lane restrictions as work progresses in the State Route 347 Improvement Project corridor.

The project schedule is subject to change due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

To sign up for project updates and traffic alerts to stay in the know, please visit the project website at azdot.gov/sr347

Real-time highway conditions are available on ADOT’s Arizona Traveler Information site at AZ511.gov the az511 app (download for Apple or Android devices) or by calling 511. Drivers can set their own alerts on the AZ511 app in order to be notified when there is an incident, lane restriction or closure.

08/27/2026

Please see the following flyer from the Department of Public Works regarding the upcoming Labor Day Holiday Schedule.

For questions or concerns, please contact the DPW at (520) 562-3343 or email at [email protected]

08/27/2026

"The Gila River Indian Community "walks the walk" on water conservation"

"Marketplace" host Amy Scott speaks with Governor Stephen Roe Lewis about water conservation and the Colorado River water system.

In the face of critical drought and new cuts to water use, Governor Stephen Roe Lewis talks longevity in the Colorado River water system.

08/27/2026

Missed our last pop-up voter registration in District 1? Don’t worry—we’re brewing up another chance! ☕🌯

Rise, shine, and register at Perk Up The Polls! Stop by for FREE breakfast burritos, pastries, fresh coffee, and giveaways while getting election-ready for the November 3rd General Election. Let us know if you have any questions.

08/26/2026

🐾 Happy National (Rez) Dog Day!! 🐶
What's your furbaby's name? Tag us in a photo of your rez dog!

08/26/2026

Community Health Nutrition Presents:

Cooking Class - Hands on Cooking Demonstration with Chef Pyet Despain
📅 September 4, 2026
⏰ 6 PM - 8 PM
📍 District 4 Service Center

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Tradish With a Twist Featuring Renee Jackson
📅 September 17, 2026
⏰ 6 PM - 8 PM
📍 Tribal Health Department

To register for a class, please call (520) 562-5100.

08/26/2026

2026 GRIC Primary Election: Absentee Voting

Begins: August 13, 2026
Closes: September 14, 2026 at 5 PM

If you are unable to make it to the polling site on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, contact your District Election Judge to request an Absentee Ballot or come into the Tribal Elections Office.

08/25/2026

Elders 55+ GRIC Community Members Seamstresses
Sign up for the chance to showcase your work at the 28th Annual Elder Day Event/Fashion Show on January 29, 2027.

For more information and to sign up call the Elderly Services Program at: (520) 562-5232

08/22/2026

Please see the following Public Notification from the Department of Public Works and FAQs regarding important information about your drinking water.

For more information, please contact Christopher Salas at (520) 562-3343.

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Please see additional Water Distribution Information:
District Service Centers are on site to distribute a one-time bottled water supply for households that do not feel comfortable consuming their water supply.

If community members have any further questions, please contact the District point of contact:
DISTRICT 2: Ralph Grajiola - Coordinator: (520) 610-9605
DISTRICT 3: District 3 Security: (520) 610-0522
DISTRICT 4: Christopher Mendoza - Coordinator: (520) 610-7742
DISTRICT 5: District 5 Security: (520) 610-0815