Our Story
During the last 50 years, new residents have moved into the area because of intermarriage with Red Mesa residents and because of employment opportunities with the schools and the energy companies. The Red Mesa Chapter house is more than just a meeting place, but more of an anchor to the community to bring families together. Residents in the area are mostly of the Red House People, Mexican People, Bitter Water People and the Red Bottom People Clans.
Prior to 1967, the current Red Mesa Chapter area was part of the Mexican Water Chapter and Teec Nos Pos Chapter. Because of the long distances and unpaved roads, the Red Mesa community members requested a separate chapter designation; this was granted by the Navajo Tribal Council and certified in August of 1967. The Red Mesa Chapter is located near a unique and strikingly beautiful large mesa. The Red Mesa is located Southeast of the Chapter House.
The Red Mesa Chapter conducts meetings monthly to keep residents informed; residents have a forum to express their opinions to their Navajo Nation Council Delegate or to decide on matters concerning the chapters future
Navajo Nation
NN President
Dr. Buu Van Nygren
NN Vice-President
Richelle Montoya
