Statement by Begaye/Nez Administration on Escalade
Newly sworn-in Navajo Nation President Russell Begaye has reasserted his opposition to the Grand Canyon Escalade.
Begaye: Uncommitted to Escalade
Incoming president Russell Begaye blasted proposed developers of the so-called Grand Canyon Escalade project, saying the Navajo people were not consulted about plans to build a tram and commercial resort that could threaten the environment and sacred sites.
NBC News: Grand Canyon Development Plan Sparks Dispute Among Navajo
NBC News focused national attention this past week on our efforts to save the Confluence from a developer threatening to mar its natural beauty and disturb sacred spaces.
Dutch national TV show focuses on Grand Canyon fight
The latest in a wave of international media attention is Dutch TV company RTL News, which ventured overseas to meet with some of the Save the Confluence organizers and spokesperson Renae Yellowhorse.
Proposed Grand Canyon Escalade bill under review
Here is a copy of the proposed Grand Canyon Escalade project, which seeks the Navajo Nation Council’s approval.
STC families refute bill
This week’s Navajo Times had Deswood Tome, Navajo President Ben Shelly’s special adviser, who said the “Grand Canyon Escalade project is all but guaranteed.”