Navajos Split on Grand Canyon Mega Development
But they weren’t prepared for the scale of those tourism plans — a mega-development with hotels, stores and even a tram.
Shelly’s deadline on Grand Canyon development comes and goes with no action
Navajo Nation president Ben Shelly’s December 31 for The Confluence Partners LLC to get community support for the proposed gondola tram/luxury resort on the northeast rim of the Grand Canyon passed quietly in the night.
UPDATE: No vote last Sunday, Dec. 16. Thanks for showing up! Grateful no repeat of this video
We were prepared for yet another “illegal” vote to be called unexpectedly, at the last minute, this time.
Opposition Continues for Grand Canyon Escalade
Developers behind a proposed tourist destination in a sacred part of the Grand Canyon say they’ve secured approval from the Navajo Nation chapter where the development would take place, an important step mandated by Navajo Nation President Ben Shelly.
Hopi Tribe says it will sue to stop The Escalade at The Confluence
The Hopi Tribe’s resolution strongly opposing a proposal to build a luxury resort and tram on and near sacred sites at The Grand Canyon includes authorization for leaders to go to court to prevent construction.
Walk to Save the Confluence Makes it to Window Rock
After more than 200 miles since the weekend, the Awareness Walk to Save the Confluence has made it to Window Rock.