A legislative committee of the Gila River Indian Community unanimously rejected a study of a proposed freeway on the reservation near Phoenix, Arizona.

The state of Arizona wants to build a portion of a new highway on the reservation. Many tribal members are against the idea but tribal Gov. William Rhodes, who took office earlier this year, wants it put to a vote.

In 2001, the tribal council adopted a resolution against the freeway or a study of the freeway. The resolution was affirmed last year.

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Gila tribe rejects study on freeway (The Arizona Republic 5/11)

Relevant Links:
Gila River Indian Community - http://www.gric.nsn.us
Gila River Indian Community economic development - http://www.gilariverdevelopment.com

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