Opposing Legistion That Authorizes The Name Change From Dean C. Jackson Memorial Rodeo Arena to Tina A. Yazzie Memorial Arena
Petition Opposing Legislation No. 0426-04Relating to Navajo Nation Division of Resources; Navajo Nation Department of Parks and Recreation; Fair Office; Approving the Name Change of the Dean C. Jackso... continue reading »
"WHO IS TINA A YAZZIE????..... City, State Scottsdale, AZ Tribal Affiliation Navajo Nation"
"This is a man who worked closely with our late Uncle Ned Hatathlie to develop Dine College - Mr. Jackson deserves recognition. City, State Tuba City ,Az. 86045 Tribal Affiliation Navaho"
"Currently agree with your opposing of the change. City, State Lukachukai, Arizona Tribal Affiliation Navajo Tribe"
"I had the distinct honor I having Dean Jackson and his brother as teachers and coaches in high school. Although I am not a rodeo fanatic their contributions as educators and Native American role models inspired me to reach the goals I have set in my profe"
"He deserves to have the arena stay in his name. He is a pioneer in Navajo land for education and rodeo. Hopefully Tina Yazzie's accomplishments can be honored as well. May be another venue will be easier as Dean has been a part of Navajo rodeo. City, Stat"
"I STRONGLY OPPOSE THE NAME CHANGE!!! City, State Rock Point, Arizona Tribal Affiliation Dine'"
"Dean C Jackson was a great supporter, and also competetior in many rodeo activities. I have had the privlage of roping with Dean on several occassions. With Dean C Jackson family still very actively involved in the sport of Rodeo I oppose changing the DEA"
"Please do not alter Dr. Jacksons legacy. He was a very inspirational part of my daughter's lives through education and rodeo. I appreciate the opportunity that Dr. Jackson and his family has done to help make my girls successful individuals. City, State F"
"Dean C. Jackson is the "Father of Rodeos" - Keep it that way! City, State Chinle, Arizona Tribal Affiliation Navajo"
"Who is Tina A. Yazzie? & Why change something that doesn't need fixin'. City, State Ganado, AZ Tribal Affiliation Navajo"
"I don't think that the name of the arena should be changed. The late Mr. Dean Jackson has a lot of accomplishment in his lifetime. I think that the honor that is bestowed on him should not be taken away. Infact I don't have any idea who Tina Yazzie is. Ci"
"I didn't get the chance to know Dr. Jackson, from what I hear he sounds like a distinguished man. Please, let his memory live on, and let those of us who have not had opportunity to meet him, visit the Memorial Arena the home in memory of Dean C. Jackson."
