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Tuesday, August 19, 2003

A Zuni Pueblo official who has been the tribe's primary spokesperson on the fight to protect a sacred lake has been placed on administrative leave, The Gallup Independent reports.

Simplico has been on leave ever since a utility company said it would not pursue a coal mine near Zuni Salt Lake. When located by the paper, he would not give an explanation, and tribal leaders have not commented.

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Why Zuni councilman is put on paid leave is not yet known (The Gallup Independent 8/18)

From the National Trust for Historic Preservation Most Endangered List:
Zuni Salt Lake and Sanctuary Zone (May 2003)

Relevant Links:
Zuni Salt Lake Coalition - http://www.zunisaltlakecoalition.org
Salt River Project - http://www.srpnet.com

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