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Inauguration Ceremony | Chairman
Maykh Panakwa! (You are invited) to save the date for Friday, August 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM, for the Inauguration Ceremony for the Chairman, to be held in the Tribal Council Chambers at 356 Ouray Drive, Ignacio, CO 81137. Please note, the incoming Chairman will not be determined until the Run Off Special Election concludes on Thursday, August 27, 2026. This term will run through November 30, 2026, completing the remainder of Chairman Melvin J. Baker’s term. This event will...For Immediate Release: Tribal Council Opposes the La Plata Canyon Block Cave Mining Project
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Marvin Pinnecoose, Chairman – 970.563.2402 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 18, 2026 Southern Ute Indian Reservation – Metallic Minerals U.S. Inc. is presently conducting community outreach regarding its La Plata Canyon Block Cave Mining Project, a project designed to explore the potential for mining of copper and other minerals in La Plata County. This project is currently in the exploratory stage. However, as proposed, it will cover 19 square miles (approximately 12,300...Got Pagu Fishing Trip
Council Member Andrew Gallegos, the Division of Wildlife, Cultural Preservation Department, and the Southern Ute Boys & Girls Club invite all Tribal and community youth to join us for a day of fishing, activities, and outdoor fun on Friday, August 7, 2026 at Molas Lake Come enjoy a fin-tastic day on the water with friends and family! Lunch and transportation will be provided. To sign up, call 970-563-2313 Participants will meet at the Leonard C. Burch Building parking lot at...
Your 2026 Tribal Council
- (pictured left to right)
- Marty Pinnecoose
- Marjorie Barry
- Marvin Pinnecoose, Acting Chairman
- Melvin J. Baker
- Andrew Gallegos
- Linda K. Baker
- James Mike Olguin, Treasurer