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The New Faces Of GRBC Lifeline Verification Changes TheMainline Quarter 4 @gilarivertel www.gilarivertel.com • [email protected] Long gone are the days of opening an encyclopedia to find information. Now we have the internet to look for any topic we desire. Technology has the potential to open doors to children which can be good and bad. As parents it is our responsibility to protect our children from potential hurt, this even includes technology. It is not always easy staying one step ahead of children when it comes to technology, but here are some suggestions to help. 1. Keep the computer in a common area, where you can watch and monitor what they are looking at. 2. Limit the amount of screen time for your child. 3. Turn in all devices at the end of the night. 4. Periodically check their internet activity. Although it is also important to respect children and teens privacy, safety may outweigh these privacy concerns. The best way to earn each other’s respect is to keep the lines of communication open with your child, talk regularly about online activities and sites they visit. Let your children know what your concerns are and talk to them about online dangers. Our Children And Technology Technology has become commonplace in our lives, even for our children. GRTI Closure Notice November 27 - Close at 12pm November 28 - GRTI Closed November 29 - GRTI Closed December 25 - GRTI Closed Sacaton District Day 10:00AM - 3:00PM October 3rd November 7th December 5th Komatke District Day 10:00AM - 3:00PM October 4th November 8th December 6th Monthly Bill Due Dates October 15th November 15th December 16th GRTI Disconnect Day This is if you have not yet paid your previous months bill. October 10th November 12th December 10th
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The New Faces Of GRBC
Lifeline Verification Changes
TheMainlineQuarter 4
@gilarivertel www.gilarivertel.com • [email protected]
Long gone are the days of opening an encyclopedia to find information. Now we have the internet to look for any topic we desire.
Technology has the potential to open doors to children which can be good and bad. As parents it is our responsibility to protect our children from potential hurt, this even includes technology.
It is not always easy staying one step ahead of children when it
comes to technology, but here are some suggestions to help.
1. Keep the computer in a common area, where you can watch and monitor what they are looking at. 2. Limit the amount of screen time for your child. 3. Turn in all devices at the end of the night. 4. Periodically check their internet activity.
Although it is also important to respect children and teens privacy, safety may outweigh these privacy concerns. The best way to earn each other’s respect is to keep the lines of communication open with your child, talk regularly about online activities and sites they visit. Let your children know what your concerns are and talk to them about online dangers.
Our Children And TechnologyTechnology has become commonplace in our lives, even for our children.
GRTI Closure NoticeNovember 27 - Close at 12pmNovember 28 - GRTI ClosedNovember 29 - GRTI ClosedDecember 25 - GRTI Closed
Sacaton District Day10:00AM - 3:00PM
October 3rdNovember 7thDecember 5th
Komatke District Day10:00AM - 3:00PM
October 4thNovember 8thDecember 6th
Monthly Bill Due DatesOctober 15th
November 15thDecember 16th
GRTI Disconnect DayThis is if you have not yet paid
your previous months bill.
October 10thNovember 12thDecember 10th
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www.gilarivertel.com • [email protected] • 7065 W. Allison Rd. Chandler, AZ 85226-5135
Two New Faces At GRBCGRBC is proud to introduce two new staff to the team! Everyone welcome Alyse Marrietta and Cordell Parker.
You probably all know Duncan by now. You may have seen him taking your photo during the community parades, District Days, or maybe you attended one of his Digital Literacy classes.
He has been with the GRTI Marketing Department for 6 years. He has made the decision to transfer to GRTI’s
subsidiary company, Alluvion Communications. He will be working as their Brand Marketing Specialist.
We are excited for his new role with Alluvion. Thank you Duncan for your hard work and we wish you continued success!
Duncan’s Moving To Alluvion!
Alyse and Cordell will be taking on the role of Media Editors for GRBC and working on bringing local content to the community, such as programs like Downtime with Rob & Claude which airs Wednesdays at 7:00pm on channels 19.1 & 29.1.
Alyse’s family is from District 4 but she grew up in Holbrook, AZ. She is a recent graduate from Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Art in Film and Media Production. Previously she worked for the community for three years as a videographer
and editor at Employment and Training with Edit Box. She says, “I’m so grateful for the opportunity to service my community using my skills, education and passion for film. I’m excited to be a part of the GRBC team!”
Cordell is from Flagstaff, AZ and is a self-taught Navajo videographer. Cordell has expertise in video editing and cinematography. He has done work for several Native owned businesses and organizations in Indian Country such as
United National Indian Tribal Youth (UNITY), the Phoenix Indian Center, Native American Basketball Invitational (NABI), and has also done documentary work in Los Angeles for their 2nd Annual Indigenous Peoples Day in 2018. Cordell had this to say about his new role, “I hope to help deliver aesthetically pleasing content to the Gila River Indian Community.”
Thank you for joining the team and we are lucky to have these up and coming talents at GRBC!
Happy Holidays from GRTI
“And all at once, summer collapsed into fall.”
-Oscar Wilde
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We are looking to wrap up District 7 and begin working in District 6 starting at 51st Ave and Komatke Lane.
If you reside in District 7 in the areas of 91st Ave through 83rd Ave south of Baseline and have not had your equipment installed yet, please call our Gigacenter coordinator at 520-796-8898
to inquire about scheduling an appointment.
There will be updates posted at bulletin boards and service centers in your area. Please keep your appointments, this helps us to move along in getting our customers to a new and improved communication speed.
Fiber To The Home Updates
Another change is recertification letters will be sent to the customer and customers will have 90 days to self certify using a customer portal. This will require customers to register for an account.
Nicole Baptisto GRTI’s Lifeline & Elder Program Specialist will be on hand to assist you in this process if help is needed. This can be done either at the GRTI office or at the monthly District Days in Sacaton or Komatke. For
more information contact Nicole Baptisto at 520-796-3333.
Lifeline is a Federal Program created by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), to help discount telephone and broadband service.
As a tribal carrier the FCC allows GRTI customers a discount of $24.50 for phone service. Plus, an additional $9.75 when you have broadband service for a total discount of $34.25 per month.
Lifeline Verification ChangesThe Federal Communications Commission has made new changes to the Lifeline certification process. Applicants are now required to apply in person.
Upcoming GRTI Fiber Construction
2019 Phone Directory
Box 5015, 7065 West Allison Road Chandler, Arizona 85226-5135 Phone: 520-796-3333Fax: 520-796-7534www.gilarivertel.com
215 - Blackwater 315 - Casa Blanca418 - Stotonic 430 - Maricopa Village562 - Sacaton550 - Komatke796 - Lone Butte Still can’t get
GRBC TV? Did you know you can watch GRBC programing online using your smartphone*, tablet or computer for free anytime, anywhere?
1. Head to www.grbc.tv and click on GRBC LIVE, then click on JOIN US.
2. Click on
3. Fill out the required information
4. Once you register, your membership must be approved by GRBC staff. Approval may take up to three business days.
* Data rates may apply.
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www.gilarivertel.com • [email protected] • 7065 W. Allison Rd. Chandler, AZ 85226-5135
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GRTI, Native Technology Solutions, Alluvion Communications, and Gila River Broadcasting Corporation offer career opportunities in a variety of fields. Visit our websites to view current job openings:
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Don’t forget to make sure you are listed correctly in the 2020 Directory. To make a change contact GRTI Customer Service at (520) 796-3333.
Are you needing a current 2019 Directory? Download a pdf copy at www.gilarivertel.com or download the GRTI mobile app.
2020 Directory Listings
GreatCall Lively MobileThe GreatCall Lively Mobile device is a great way to make sure you or a loved one is safe but also allows users to lead an independent life.
How do I get a GreatCall Unit?
1. Contact Tribal Health Injury Prevention Program (THIPP) at (520) 562-5114 2. THIPP will complete a home assessment.
3. THIPP will determine a need for a GreatCall unit and forward request to GRTI.
4. GRTI creates a work order.
5. GRTI schedules installation appointment of GreatCall unit.
