Newsletter of the San Carlos Cattle Association for September 2026. It covers construction and renovation projects for Point of Pines and Ash Creek Livestock Association cabins, solar-panel lighting installations, fencing improvements, drought mitigation plans, a video auction sale, board elections, and a sponsorship request for the employee holiday event.
This is the September 2026 newsletter of the San Carlos Cattle Association, a community organization supporting livestock operations on the San Carlos Apache Reservation. It is written for members, ranchers, and partners of the Association and covers recent projects, events, and leadership updates.
The newsletter opens with a welcome message from President Steve Titla and a table of contents. The first section describes construction and remodeling projects for cabins at Point of Pines and Ash Creek Livestock Associations, including interior and exterior renovations, new kitchens, and solar-panel lighting.
A dedicated section explains how the solar-panel lighting systems work: capturing sunlight, storing energy in batteries, and powering cabin lights and windmill water pumps. The fencing project at Point of Pines Headquarters proposes welded painted fencing for livestock containment and property security.
The drought mitigation section outlines a comprehensive plan to install water storage troughs, upgrade solar-powered pumps, and improve pipelines and fittings to ensure reliable livestock water during dry periods. The Superior Livestock Video Auction is described as a successful marketing event coordinated with Justina Slim and Dine' College.
The newsletter concludes with the election of All Board officers: President Steve Titla, Vice President Marvin Mull, and Treasurer/Secretary Anthony Hoffman. A sponsorship and donation request seeks monetary support for the 2026 Employee Holiday Event on December 18, to fund meals, gifts, awards, and activities.
Throughout the document, photos credited to Benny Cheney accompany several sections. The newsletter emphasizes collaboration, renewable energy, and sustainable rangeland stewardship as key priorities for the Association.