Listening Session: Tribal Member Concerns September 15, 2025 / September 15, 2025 by sbegay Tribal Council invites Tribal Members to attend an in-person Listening Session for Tribal Member Concerns on September 17, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 in Tribal Council Chambers (365 Ouray Dr., Ignacio, CO). This session offers a respectful space for Tribal Members to share their thoughts, ask questions, and engage in meaningful dialogue on matters impacting the Tribe and its future. Session Guidelines:– Please be respectful of all speakers and... Read more »
Sign Up for the Tribal Member Experience (TMX) September 11, 2025 / September 11, 2025 by sbegay Southern Ute Tribal Members stay connected with news, departments, and resources by signing up for the Tribal Member Experience. Please note account holders must be enrolled in the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and be 18 years of age or older. To create a new account, please follow these steps:1. Go to the Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s website athttps://www.southernute-nsn.gov/2. Select “Members” at the top of the screen3. Select “I need an... Read more »
+ 9/11 Remembrance + September 11, 2025 / September 11, 2025 by sbegay Today, we pause to remember a day that shaped our nation. Twenty-four years ago, we faced unimaginable violence. In the aftermath, we witnessed extraordinary acts of courage, compassion, and unity – qualities that reflect the very best of the American spirit. We honor the Tribes whose ancestral lands bore witness to this attack. We thank the brave individuals who answered the call to serve. They came from every background and... Read more »
SU Tribal Office Closure 09/12/2025 September 8, 2025 / September 15, 2025 by sbegay In observance of the 103rd Annual Tribal Fair and Powwow, the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will be closed from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Friday, September 12, 2025. Normal business hours will resume on Monday, September 15, 2025. Enjoy the festivities and have a safe weekend! Photo Credit: Divine Windy Boy | SU Drum Read more »
For Immediate Release: CDPHE and Southern Ute Indian Tribe Announce Updated Enterprise Pipeline Spill Estimate, Reaffirm Commitment to Transparency August 27, 2025 / August 27, 2025 by sbegay La Plata County, Colo. (8/26/25): The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the Southern Ute Indian Tribe (Tribe) are providing this update on the gasoline pipeline release that occurred in December 2024 on private fee land within the exterior boundaries of the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. The state is leading remediation oversight in coordination with the Tribe and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Enterprise Products LLC, which owns and... Read more »
Election Board: Statement of Intention August 27, 2025 / August 27, 2025 by sbegay Interested in Serving on Tribal Council? Stop by the Election Board office to pick up your Statement of Intention packet today! Deadline: Monday, September 8, 2025, by 5:00 PM Location: Election Board Office, 285 Lakin Street, Ignacio, CO If you have questions or need assistance, feel free to contact the Election Board: 📞 970-563-0100 (Extensions: 2303, 2305, 2729, or 2730) 📧 Email: election@southernute-nsn.gov Thank you for taking part in this important process! Read more »
SU Tribal Office Closure 09/01/2025 August 25, 2025 / August 25, 2025 by sbegay In observance of Labor Day, the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. Read more »
Southern Ute Indian Tribe Clarifies Position on ICE Facility Reports August 19, 2025 / August 19, 2025 by sbegay FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACTMelvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 19, 2025 Southern Ute Indian Reservation – The Southern Ute Indian Tribe (Tribe) is aware of recent media coverage regarding the expansion of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities across the country, including in the State of Colorado. We recognize that these reports have placed the Tribe at the center of a... Read more »
SUDEP: August 2025 Microsoft Training Schedule August 18, 2025 / August 18, 2025 by sbegay The Southern Ute Digital Equity Program (SUDEP) is excited to offer a series of engaging trainings for interested Tribal Members and First Descendants. The trainings will be from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Topics include Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel 💻. This will be held at the Growth Fund and will be facilitated by instructors from San Juan College. To register, please contact SUDEP at 970-563-5555 or visit https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/sudep/sudep-august-2025-trainings/. Sign... Read more »
School’s In—Safety First! Justice & Regulatory Director Leonard Redhorse III shares an important message to ensure our students start the school year safe! August 13, 2025 / August 20, 2025 by tehlers Whether you are walking, riding, or driving — stay alert, follow traffic rules, and please look out for one another. Read more »
