Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans SU Tribal Office Closure Notice 07/04/2025 June 24, 2025 / July 7, 2025 by sbegay SU Tribal Office Closure Notice In observance of Independence Day, the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025. Normal business hours will resume on Monday, July 7, 2025. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans SUDEP: Cybersecurity and Internet Safety Basics Training June 17, 2025 / June 24, 2025 by sbegay Are you confident in your online safety? The Southern Ute Digital Equity Program (SUDEP) is here to help! Join the Cybersecurity & Internet Safety Basics Training on July 22nd and July 24th. Learn how to protect your personal information and navigate the digital world safely This is open to Southern Ute Tribal Members and First Descendents. Contact SUDEP for more information or sign up by calling 970-563-5555. Those in attendance are eligible to receive a gift card! Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans For Immediate Release: Southern Ute Indian Tribe Welcomes Leonard Redhorse III as New Justice and Regulatory Director June 11, 2025 / June 24, 2025 by sbegay FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 9, 2025 Southern Ute Indian Reservation – The Southern Ute Indian Tribe proudly announces the appointment of Mr. Leonard Redhorse III as the new Director of the Department of Justice and Regulatory. An enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, Mr. Redhorse brings nearly two decades of distinguished service in law enforcement and public safety. He is Tábaahá, born for Tódích’íi’nii. His maternal grandfather is Tsi’najinnie and his paternal grandfather is Tł’ááshchí’í. Mr. Redhorse has served with the Navajo Police Department since 2006, holding various leadership roles including police officer, criminal investigator, sergeant, lieutenant, and most recently, Deputy Chief of Police. His career reflects a deep commitment to justice, community safety, and the advancement of Indigenous leadership in law enforcement. Throughout his tenure, Mr. Redhorse has worked extensively with federal, state, and county agencies to strengthen public safety initiatives. He is especially proud of his work in establishing the Navajo Nation’s first ever comprehensive strategic assessment report for law enforcement and contributing to the development of Next Generation 911 services—both critical efforts in enhancing emergency response and addressing systemic issues affecting Native […] Read more »
