Yoland Gomez- 40 Years of Service
On behalf of CRIT we would like to congratulate Yolanda Gomez for 40 years of service and dedication. Yolanda started her career with the Colorado River Indian Tribes on August 19, 1985 as Secretary with CRIT Farms. In May of 1991, Yolanda transferred to Accounting as Enterprise Bookkeeper, and in 2008, she received a promotion […]
West Nile Advisory
COLORADO RIVER INDIAN TRIBES DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES 12302 KENNEDY DRIVE PARKER, ARIZONA 85344 TELEPHONE (928) 669-6577 FAX (928) 669-8881 August 22, 2025 Notice to the Public: The Colorado River Indian Tribes Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) has received information that Mosquito Arbovirus Surveillance was conducted on the […]
Joint Venture Statement
CRIT Game Wardens Ramirez Flores and Christian Handyside
Ramirez Flores has been serving as a Game Warden for the past four months, bringing a passion for the outdoors and a background in biology that inspired his career with Fish and Game. Growing up, he spent much of his time fishing alongside his father, which gave him an early appreciation for nature. His typical […]
Avi Suquilla Airport Manager Joshua Philipps
Article written By CRIT Media Reporter Ariana Romero Photography by Naythen T. Lowe Parker’s best kept secret, nestled over the hill is the Colorado River Indian Tribes(CRIT), Avi Suquilla Airport. From his office, Airport Manager Joshua Philipps enjoys a clear view of the airport runway stretching across the desert floor and the iconic view of […]
Story Time with a Cop
The CRIT Library was buzzing with excitement August 7th, as children and families gathered for a special Story Time and Cookies event with CRIT Police Officer Andrea Eddy. Officer Eddy’s lively reading of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff had the children so excited they could hardly sit still. After the […]
First Day Smiles at CRIT Head Start
On August 8th three and four year old CRIT Head Start students took their first steps into a brand-new school year. From excited smiles to a few brave tears, these little learners were ready to take on their first day. Students were welcomed through a colorful tunnel, stopped to wash their hands and then headed […]
Tribal Elders Enjoy Hawaiian Themed Event
Tribal Elders gathered for an unforgettable day of games, delicious food, and incredible entertainment. Elders enjoyed a hearty lunch, a beautiful fruit display, and variety of desserts in a festive Hawaiian atmosphere. Guests at the recent Elders Luncheon had the chance to win raffle prizes and participate in games such as Simon Says, Hula Hoop, […]
Frank Martinez Jr.- 45 Years of Service
Frank Martinez Jr. was recently recognized for his dedicated years of service to Colorado River Indian Tribes. Frank began his career with CRIT on July 7, 1980 as a Mechanic I in the Auto Shop Dept. Over the past 45+ years, he has earned numerous certifications, each one reflecting his dedication to keeping CRIT’s vehicles […]
New Wardens For CRIT Game & Fish
Please give a warm welcome to CRIT Fish & Game’s new wardens to its team, Madison Schmeling and tribal member Brandy Eddy. Both women bring unique experience, a love for the outdoors, and an exciting step forward for diversity in the department as the only two female wardens on the team. Brandy Eddy previously worked […]