Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Tribal Office Closure 10142024 October 2, 2024 / October 2, 2024 by sbegay In observance of Indigenous Peoples Day, the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2024. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Save the Date: Meet the Candidates Night 10/17/2024 October 1, 2024 by sbegay Save the Date: Meet the Candidates Night Two (2) Tribal Council Seats Date: Thursday, October 17, 2024 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Sky Ute Casino Resort Event Center Please note this event is for Southern Ute Tribal Members only. Attendance Options: In-person attendance at the Sky Ute Casino Resort Event Center. Live audio broadcast on KSUT radio. Virtual attendance via WebEx (registration details forthcoming) For additional information or questions, please contact Summer Begay at 970-563-2313 or sbegay@southernute-nsn.gov. – Summer Begay, Communication Specialist Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans National Day of Remembrance for Indian Boarding Schools September 30, 2024 by sbegay Today, we honor the resilience of the boarding school survivors and mourn the loss of those who did not make it home. Their experiences must serve as a reminder of the importance of protecting every Indigenous child and ensuring their safety and love. Every child matters. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans For Immediate Release: Ute Mountain Ute Tribe Joins Southern Ute Indian Tribe in Legal Action to Receive Fair Treatment by State 09302024 September 30, 2024 / September 30, 2024 by sbegay FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 30, 2024 Ute Mountain Ute Tribe Joins Southern Ute Indian Tribe in Legal Action to Receive Fair Treatment by State Southern Ute Indian Reservation – Facing the same stonewalling tactics preventing equal access to economic opportunities voted into law by Colorado voters in 2019, the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe has joined the Southern Ute Indian Tribe in their legal action to receive fair treatment by the State of Colorado. “The State must live up to its obligations to our Tribes as outlined in agreements and federal law. Because of this ongoing injustice, we are also now taking the unfortunate but necessary step of legal action to correct this,” Chairman Manuel Heart of the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe said. “The State is wrong to lock our Tribes out of these economic opportunities, and they must be held accountable for their actions to hold back our Tribes.” “Enough is enough. This unfair treatment must end now. Our Tribes are demanding immediate action to rectify this injustice and ensure the State fulfills its obligations.” said Chairman Melvin J. Baker of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe. […] Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Southern Ute C & PM Announces Mesa Building Infrastructure Improvement Project September 17, 2024 by abarry Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans For Immediate Release: Incident on Highway 151 09172024 September 17, 2024 / September 17, 2024 by sbegay FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 17, 2024 Incident on Highway 151 Southern Ute Indian Reservation – The Southern Ute Indian Tribe is aware of a plane crash landing that occurred this afternoon at approximately 12:45 PM on an assignment just off of Highway 151. Southern Ute Police and Tribal Rangers in addition to other first responders are active on the scene. The plane had two passengers, one transported for medical assistance. No further details are available. Additional information will be provided. ### Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Southern Ute Construction Project Management Plans Demolition of the Ute Vocational School/Headstart Building September 16, 2024 by abarry Please see the attached notification regarding the upcoming Ute Vocational School/HeadStart Building Demolition Project. Should you have any questions regarding this project or ongoing work, please free to call the Southern Ute Tribal Construction and Project Managment Office at (970)-563-4710. Additional information regarding this project is also listed on our website at: https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/tribal-housing/construction-and-project-management/ute-vocational-school-head-start-building-demolition/ Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans The Southern Ute Election Board Announces Candidates for the 2024 Southern Ute General Election September 12, 2024 by abarry The Southern Ute Election Board would like to announce the Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s 2024 General Election for Two (2) Tribal Council Seats OUT GOING COUNCIL MEMBERS: Lorelei Cloud, Vanessa Torres The Election Board has determined the dates for the upcoming 2024 General Election according to the Constitution and Election Code. General Election- Friday, November 01, 2024, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Voter Registration Deadline – Wednesday, October 23, 2024, by 5:00 PM Absentee Ballot Request Deadline- Wednesday, October 23, 2024, by 5:00 PM Emergency Ballot Request Deadline- Thursday, October 31, 2024, by 5:00 PM The 2024 General Election will be held at 285 Lakin St. Ignacio, CO Contact the Election Board at (970) 563-0100 ext. 2303/2305/2778/2729/2730 Off-Reservation Tribal Members call 1-800-772-1236 ext. 2303 or email election@southernute-nsn.gov Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans SUDEP: Fiber Broadband Community Event 09202024 September 12, 2024 by sbegay Please join the Southern Ute Digital Equity Program, XMission, and FTI for a Fiber Broadband Community Event on Friday, September 20, 2024 at the Ignacio Community Library from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. All community members are invited to attend to have questions answered, sign up for fast and affordable internet! Attendees are welcome at any time during the event. For more information, contact SUDEP at 970-563-5555. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans National Day of Service and Remembrance 09112024 September 11, 2024 by sbegay Today, we stand in remembrance of a day that forever changed our nation. Twenty-three years ago, the Twin Towers fell, a symbol of strength shattered by unspeakable violence. In the wake of this tragedy, our country witnessed acts of courage and compassion that define the very best of the American spirit. We honor the Native Americans whose ancestral lands were the site of this attack. Their resilience and enduring connection to the earth remind us of the importance of unity and understanding. We remember the brave men and women who answered the call to serve. From all walks of life, they stepped forward to defend our freedom and protect our way of life. Their sacrifice and unwavering patriotism will forever be etched in our hearts. Let us also remember the first responders, the firefighters, the police officers, the medical professionals, and citizens who rushed into the danger, risking their own lives to save others. Their selfless heroism is a testament to the indomitable spirit of humanity. Read more »
