The governor of Tesuque Pueblo in New Mexico is trying to get more residents to use the tribe's health and fitness center.

Governor Gil Vigil says one of his main initiatives this year is to develop new health programs for the Taytsugeh Oweengeh Intergenerational Center. The $4.6 million facility has been open for a year and draws about 40 to 45 people a day.

The center provides activities for youth and elders. It was built using gaming revenues.

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