Statement in Support of Jessie Danielson for Secretary of State July 23, 2025 / July 23, 2025 by sbegay FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 23, 2025 Statement in Support of Jessie Danielson for Secretary of State Southern Ute Indian Reservation – Last week, State Senator Jessie Danielson announced her candidacy for Colorado Secretary of State. Based on Sen. Danielson’s experience, proven record on issues important to the Tribe, and commitment to defending the Tribe’s sovereignty, the... Read more »
SU BIA Agency Fire Notice – Mesa Fire Contained 07/23/2025 July 23, 2025 / July 23, 2025 by sbegay FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: BIA Fire Management – 970.563.4571 PIO Summer Begay – 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 23, 2025 Mesa Fire Contained Southern Ute Indian Reservation – Yesterday afternoon at approximately 1:40 PM, the Southern Ute Agency received a smoke report in the Jefferson Canyon area near Archuleta Mesa, located on Tribal land. Following an initial assessment, the fire was sized at approximately 0.2 acres. Ground crews responded promptly, including... Read more »
SU BIA Agency Fire Notice – Ute 63 Update 07/23/2025 July 23, 2025 / July 25, 2025 by sbegay FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Ute 63 Fire Public Information Office – 2025.ute63@firenet.gov FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 23, 2025 Ute 63 Fire Update – July 23, 2025 The diligent work of firefighters has increased containment to 72% on the Ute 63 Fire. The fire remains at 530 acres. This progress was made possible by crews who spent Tuesday out on the line finding hot-spots and verifying containment. Their work was aided... Read more »
SU BIA Agency Fire Notice – Ute 63 Update 07/22/2025 July 22, 2025 / July 23, 2025 by sbegay Firefighters continue suppressing the Ute 63 Fire, burning on Ute Mountain Ute and Southern Ute Tribal and private land near Hesperus, Colo. Due to the team’s persistence and favorable weather, the fire footprint remained at 530 acres and 34% containment. As fire activity subsides, the incident is releasing personnel – currently, 311 firefighters and support personnel are assigned to the fire. On Monday, a Hotshot crew focused on mopping up... Read more »
Southern Ute Lands Division Announces 45-day Notice of Availability – 456 Mt. Dew Circle, Ignacio, CO July 21, 2025 / July 21, 2025 by abarry The Southern Ute Lands Division is currently advertising a 45-day notice of availability of tribal land for a homesite assignment. To apply for a Land Assignment, eligible Tribal member applicants must submit an Application for Assignment of Tribal Lands, a Farm Plan, and a drawing card containing their name, address, and contact information (including phone number and email). The Lands Division will review the submitted applications and determine the adequacy... Read more » Southern Ute Indian Tribe
SU BIA Agency Fire Notice – Ute 63 Update 07/21/2025 July 21, 2025 / July 25, 2025 by sbegay With methodical tenacity, firefighters continue the work of suppressing the Ute 63 Fire, burning on Ute Mountain Ute and Southern Ute tribal and private land near Hesperus, Colo. The fire is now mapped at 530 acres and is 34% contained; field observers walked the fireline and confirmed the reduction in reported acreage. Crews worked Sunday to secure containment lines and aggressively search for remaining hot spots through a process called... Read more »
SUDEP: Cybersecurity & Internet Safety Basics Training July 21, 2025 / July 21, 2025 by sbegay The Cybersecurity & Internet Safety Basics Training is taking a rain check 🌧️. The Southern Ute Digital Equity Program (SUDEP) is always listening and looking for ways to bring training that is timely, relevant, and energizing. Stay tuned for new opportunities coming your way soon! 💬💻🖱 SUDEP is offering Microsoft Office training in August. To view these trainings being offered, please get in touch with SUDEP at 970-563-5555 or sign... Read more »
SU BIA Agency Fire Notice – Ute 63 July 16, 2025 / July 21, 2025 by sbegay FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: BIA Fire Management – 970.563.4571 Summer Begay, PIO – 970.553.0052 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 16, 2025 Ute 63 Fire Southern Ute Indian Reservation – The lightning-caused Ute 63 Fire was discovered on the afternoon of July 13, 2025 near Morgan Canyon on the Ute Mountain Ute Reservation. Despite a quick response from Ute Mountain Ute BIA Agency and Southern Ute BIA Agency firefighters, the fire continued... Read more »
ICE Concern Update Letter 07/15/2025 July 15, 2025 / July 15, 2025 by sbegay Dear Southern Ute Tribal Members, In light of continuing concerns surrounding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity across the country, the Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council is providing this update to reassure our Tribal Membership of our active engagement with federal and local authorities. We understand the anxiety and unease, national events have caused—especially among our youth, elders, and families—and want to assure you that we are actively monitoring the... Read more »
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 11, 2025 Statement Regarding Public Use of Sacred Ceremonies July 11, 2025 / July 11, 2025 by tehlers FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACTMelvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 11, 2025 Statement Regarding Public Use of Sacred Ceremonies The Southern Ute Indian Tribe (Tribe) is aware of a video and social media posts recently circulated by Congressional District Three candidate Hope Scheppelman, following a sweat ceremony held on the Southern Ute Reservation. The video and accompanying post inaccurately suggested that the Tribe... Read more »
