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Vol. 37 No. 4 A monthly publication of the Los Angeles District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers November 2007
Teammates,  National American Indian Heritage Month is being observed during this month of November 2007. The theme for this year is “Honoring Warriors: Past and Present.” As the Presidential Proclamation so aptly states, this “is an opportunity to honor the many contributions of American Indians and Alaska Natives and to recognize the strong and living traditions of the first people to call our land home.”
We in LA District are committed to developing positive relationships with the Tribes that we have working ties with. That positive relationship has bought us together with various Nations on such projects as building schools and dormitories, working in flood control and providing emergency power. Currently, we are working with the Tohono O’odham Tribe on the border fence project. We will continue to work with these Tribes in a show of support for their steadfast self-determination and in recognition of their sovereignty.
The American Indian Employment Awareness Program Committee has planned a speaking event in recognition of the first Americans. It will be held on 27 November 2007 at 1000 hours in the 12th floor District Conference Room. The Honorable Ned Norris Jr, Chairman of the Tohono O’odham Nation, is our guest speaker. I encourage all Los Angeles District team members to participate in this year’s observance of National American Indian Heritage Month. Hooah! COL M |
 National American Indian Heritage Month, 2007
A Proclamation By the President of the United States of America
 National American Indian Heritage Month is an opportunity to honor the many contributions of American Indians and Alaska Natives and to recognize the strong and living traditions of the first people to call our land home.
American Indians and Alaska Natives continue to shape our Nation by preserving the heritage of their ancestors and by contributing to the rich diversity that is our country's strength. Their dedicated efforts to honor their proud heritage have helped others gain a deeper understanding of the vibrant and ancient customs of the Native American community. We also express our gratitude to the American Indians and Alaska Natives who serve in our Nation's military and work to extend the blessings of liberty around the world.
My Administration is committed to supporting the American Indian and Alaska Native cultures. In June, I signed the "Native American Home Ownership Opportunity Act of 2007," which reauthorizes the Indian Housing Loan Guarantee Program, guaranteeing loans for home improvements and expanding home ownership for Native American families. Working with tribal governments, we will strive for greater security, healthier lifestyles, better schools, and new economic opportunities for American Indians and Alaska Natives.
During National American Indian Heritage Month, we underscore our commitment to working with tribes on a government-to-government basis and to supporting tribal sovereignty and self-determination. During this month, I also encourage Federal agencies to continue their work with tribal governments to ensure sound cooperation. Efforts such as on-line training programs will improve interagency collaboration in the Federal Indian Affairs community and help to strengthen relationships with tribes, building a brighter future for all our citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2007 as National American Indian Heritage Month. I call upon all Americans to commemorate this month with appropriate programs and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-second.
GEORGE W. BUSH |
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