Announcements

On October 5, 2026, OMB issued a memo on FY 2027 Navajo Nation Comprehensive Budget that is being entered in ERP for implementation. The memo herein is regarding budget on Externally Restricted Funds (ERF).

In recognition of October as Energy & Water Conservation Month, Navajo Nation Telecommunication & Utilities (NNTU) encourages all Navajo Nation departments, programs, and employees to practice energy and water conservation in the workplace.

Simple actions such as turning off lights and equipment when not in use, conserving water, reporting leaks, and using heating and cooling systems responsibly can help reduce unnecessary consumption and operating costs.

Every effort counts. By working together and making conservation a daily practice, we can help protect our natural resources, promote responsible use of utilities, and support a more sustainable Navajo Nation.

Trunk or Treat Event hosted by the Navajo Police Department!

Where: East Parking lot of the old Police Dept, Window Rock, AZ

When: Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Time: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

In-Person Parenting Classes held at Dine College, Crpt Campus 8:00am to 12:30pm (In Person Classes)

For More Information Contact the Crownpoint Dept of Child Well-Being Office

Elaine.King@ndcfs.org

Leland.Becenti@ndcfs.org

Crownpoint Dept of Child Well-Being will be hosting Online Parenting Classes.

For More Information Contact the Crownpoint Dept of Child Well-Being at

(505)786-2237 or (928)270-3834

Elaine.King@ndcfs.org

Leland.Becenti@ndcfs.org

This memorandum informs all Navajo Nation Branches, Divisions, Departments, Programs, and the public that the Navajo Business Regulatory Department (BRD), Division of Economic Development, will provide limited services for Thursday only, October 08, 2026 (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

This workshop is intended exclusively for Navajo Nation Chapter Leadership and will focus on economic development, available resources, and opportunities to strengthen local economies.

The first workshop will be held tomorrow, October 8, 2026, at Navajo Technical University in Crownpoint, NM. Chapter leaders who have not yet registered are encouraged to register as soon as possible. Registration is required, attendance is free, and lunch will be provided.

A second workshop for Navajo Nation Chapter Leadership will be held October 28, 2026, at Nenahnezad Chapter.

Hosted by the Navajo Nation Division of Economic Development.

This memorandum serves as an official notification that all Navajo Nation Executive Branch 
employees, permanent and temporary, are granted four (4) Hours of Administrative Leave from 
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 9, 2026. Please use this time to be with family and friends for Indigenous People’s Day and to support the Western Navajo Fair in Tuba City, AZ

December 10th, 2026

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 

Fire Rock Navajo Casino 249 U.S. Rt. 66 Church Rock, NM 87311

By email earlier today, the Office of President & Vice-President asked four (4) questions on the implementation of the FY 2027 budget. Because this involves all three (3) Branches, the OMB response is sent to all.

We are hosting an event on Saturday October 24, from 10 AM to 3 PM, and we would love to invite any Departments who might be interested in joining us.

Spaces are available but limited, so participation will be on first-come, first-served basis.

Any questions please, call 928.871.6573 or email bkee@navajozoo.org.

May this memorandum serve as a notice to all Navajo Nation employees that the Navajo Department of Retirement Services will be providing limited services starting October 6, 2026.

Unfortunately, this is due to the phones and internet services being out. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused. The Navajo Department of Retirement Services office will still be offering regular services in-person.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as the Navajo Department of Retirement Services solve this issue. Thank you.

This memo is to clarify that Navajo Nation Chapters may continue to expend their new FY 2027 budget allocations within the new ERP system.

There is currently nothing holding up Chapters from continuing their budget and expenditure processes in the new system. Chapters should proceed with their normal financial activities and utilize their available budget allocations as appropriate.

Effective immediately, Navajo Nation employees who have a Travel PCard are no longer required to obtain a TA number when completing a Travel Authorization (TA) form.

Travel PCard holders should access the fillable Travel Authorization form on the Office of the Controller website under “TRAVEL” and complete the form electronically.

Date: October 28, 2026 

Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Location: Navajo Nation Museum

👻 The Navajo Nation Department of Information Technology invites Navajo Nation employees to stop by our Cybersecurity Month Haunted House in Window Rock, AZ.

Take a break from the office, enjoy a few scares, and pick up some cybersecurity awareness along the way. Admission is FREE, and a cybersecurity presentation will be provided upon entry.

October 28: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
October 29–30: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Tribal Hill Drive, Window Rock, AZ 86515

Bring your coworkers and see if your department is brave enough to make it through! 🎃💻👻

This memorandum informs all Navajo Nation Branches, Divisions, Departments, Programs, and the public that the Navajo Business Regulatory Department (BRD), Division of Economic Development, will provide limited services for today only, September 06, 2026 (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

See Flyer for more details.

In collaboration with Coconino County Health and Human Services, the Navajo Division of Behavioral & Mental Health Services (DBMHS) will be hosting a Family Resource Fair at Louise Yellowman County Park in Tuba City, AZ on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.

Join us for this free, in-person event to learn about local behavioral and mental health resources and engage in family-oriented activities.

For more information, please contact LeAnn @ (928) 283-3043 or Delton @ (928) 673-3267, or visit our website at www.nndbmhs.org. Ahéhee'

Colonial onsite visit

Below is the registration link and event information:

18TH ANNUAL NAVAJO NATION
DISABILITY AWARENESS CONFERENCE
October 28th, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (MDT)
Fire Rock Navajo Casino
249 U.S. Rt. 66 Church Rock, NM 87311

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/FAN4HsebF7?origin=lprLink

End users can access the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management (F&SCM) system through the link below. This link will take you directly to the Finance and
Operations dashboard:
F&SCM Finance and Operations Dashboard:

https://nn-prod.operations.gov.microsoftdynamics.us/

The Navajo Nation Office of the Controller (OOC) FMIS Department will be closed from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, for IT staff to attend Technology training.

FRF team will be in Tuba City this weekend, October 7-8, 2026 from 9:00am to 4:00pm to assist eligible elders with their hardship assistance applications. 

October is Energy and Water Conservation Month!

The Navajo Nation Telecommunication & Utilities Department (NNTU) encourages everyone to take simple steps to conserve energy and water. Small changes make a big difference for our homes, our communities and our future.

Every action makes a difference. By working together to conserve energy and water, we can help protect our natural resources, reduce waste, and support a more sustainable Navajo Nation for future generations.

Please see the attached flyer for additional information and conservation reminders.

Thank you for doing your part to conserve energy and water throughout the Navajo Nation.

See Flyer for more details.

The Navajo Nation Staff Development and Training Dept presents the Progressive Training Schedule, October - December 2026. 

Contact Mr. Kenneth with any questions.

For training registration, please complete a registration form (group or individual), send to Mr. Kenneth and an invoice will be returned. 

PAGE 2: Mr. Kenneth is available to assist with professional development opportunities. See flyer for previous sessions with various Depts. 

Thank You,

This memorandum serves as an official notification that all Navajo Nation Executive Branch employees, permanent and temporary, are granted eight (8) Hours of Administrative Leave from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 2, 2026. Please use this time to be with those you love to celebrate the Diné New Year which begins with the new moon of Ghááji’ and to support our oldest fair on the Navajo Nation – the Northern Navajo Fair in Shiprock, New Mexico.

The Navajo Board of Election Supervisors will hold a regular meeting at 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at the Navajo Election Administration, Navajo Nation Inn-Complex Office (Suite 107), in Window Rock, AZ. 

This memorandum is to inform you that Department of Justice/Office of the Attorney General will be closed beginning September 25, 2026 at 1:00 PM thru October 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Our building will be closed today due to waterline break and is currently undergoing floor renovations.

To the offices in the Window Rock business district North of DOJ there is a main water line break. NTUA is aware of the situation and will start the repairs later this afternoon and unknown ETA on completion of repairs. Facilities Maintenance Department will continue updates on current status. See Map of effected areas

The Navajo Board of Election Supervisors will hold a regular meeting at 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at the Navajo Election Administration, Navajo Nation Inn-Complex Office (Suite 107), in Window Rock, AZ. 

Shiprock Fleet Management will be open during normal business hours and extend our hours on the following days during the 113th Northern Navajo Nation Fair.

        Friday, October 2, 2026        5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
        Saturday, October 3, 2026        1:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Shiprock Fleet Management will attend to MINOR repairs and wrecker/road services only.  All Department and Programs are to ensure all PM-Services are completed by your respective Fleet Service Center before commencing travel.  All non-emergency vehicles will need authorization from the MVRB for usage during the fairs.  All Department and Programs need to confirm that vehicle and personal HID cards are active prior to travel.  Use of Wright Express commercial fuel card in the local area is not permitted.

For after hour roadside assistance that involves towing, contact Shiprock Police Department at (505) 368-1350/1351.  Shiprock Service Center will have personnel on stand –by.

If there are any questions, contact Fleet Management at (505) 368-1195/1196.

Due to a staff shortage, the Navajo Nation Office of Vital Records and Identification announces that the Tuba City Agency Vital Records Office will provide limited services until further notice.

This memorandum is to inform all Navajo Nation Branches, Divisions, Departments, Programs, Chapters, Council Delegates, and members of the public that the Fiscal Recovery Fund Office (FRFO) will be providing limited services beginning September 21, 2026, at 8:00 a.m., through December 11, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.

Turning Over A New Leaf From Blueprint to Fall Harvest Workshop Series

This is a reminder that all Divisions, Departments, Programs, Chapters must complete the 2027 Underwriting Exposure Summary Forms for the current review period. These forms are necessary to ensure accurate assessment of your organization and to maintain appropriate insurance coverage.

The Navajo Nation Office of the Controller (NNOOC), in coordination with the Navajo Nation Fiscal Recovery Fund Office (NNFRFO), announces the implementation of the 2026 Hardship Program to provide assistance to eligible Navajo Nation members.

The information provided here is intended to help the Navajo people understand the criteria for the 2026 Hardship Program. This includes eligibility requirements, the application process, program timelines, check pick-up, authorized representatives, conduct and security, false information or fraud, and the responsibilities of the NNFRFO.