Uncategorized Southern Ute Air Quality Division Issues Air Alert August 7, 2025 / August 7, 2025 by abarry Thursday August 7th, 2025. Residents of the Reservation may experience Moderately Unhealthy to Unhealthy Air Quality Conditions today due to Wildfire Smoke from several local and regional forest fires. Smoke from wildfires can cause unhealthy levels of fine particulate matter in the air. The Tribe’s Air Quality Division continuously monitors particulate matter at a station located in Ignacio (Ute 1) and a station located near Bondad Hill (Ute 3). Real-time particulate matter data and corresponding EPA Air Quality Index (AQI) health alerts are generated on the Tribe’s Ambient Air Monitoring website (link at the bottom of the page). The Ignacio station (Ute 1) and Bondad Station (Ute 3) are currently measuring elevated Particulate Matter concentrations with the AQI becoming Moderate to Unhealthy, meaning there may be a risk for some people, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution. Weblinks are listed below for (1) the Tribe’s Ambient Air Monitoring website, (2) the EPA AirNow Current Air Quality Conditions for the Ignacio Area, (3) the AirNow smoke mapping website, and (4) an EPA article about the health effects of fire smoke. SUIT Ambient Air Monitoring Website EPA AirNow – Current Air Quality Conditions – Ignacio Area AirNow Fire and […] Read more »
Uncategorized Southern Ute Air Quality Division Issues Air Quality Alert August 4, 2025 / August 4, 2025 by abarry Monday August 4th, 2025. Residents of the Reservation may experience Moderately Unhealthy to Unhealthy Air Quality Conditions today due to Wildfire Smoke from several local and regional forest fires. Smoke from wildfires can cause unhealthy levels of fine particulate matter in the air. The Tribe’s Air Quality Division continuously monitors particulate matter at a station located in Ignacio (Ute 1) and a station located near Bondad Hill (Ute 3). Real-time particulate matter data and corresponding EPA Air Quality Index (AQI) health alerts are generated on the Tribe’s Ambient Air Monitoring website (link at the bottom of the page). The Ignacio station (Ute 1) and Bondad Station (Ute 3) are currently measuring elevated Particulate Matter concentrations with an AQI of Moderate, meaning air quality is acceptable, however, there may be a risk for some people, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution. Weblinks are listed below for (1) the Tribe’s Ambient Air Monitoring website, (2) the EPA AirNow Current Air Quality Conditions for the Ignacio Area, (3) the AirNow smoke mapping website, and (4) an EPA article about the health effects of fire smoke. https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/…/ambient-monitoring https://www.airnow.gov/?city=Ignacio&state=CO&country=USA https://fire.airnow.gov/#9.01/37.0206/-107.6071 https://app.watchduty.org EPA Air Now Article – How Smoke from Fires Can Affect […] Read more »
Uncategorized Southern Ute Election Board Announces 2025 General Election July 31, 2025 / July 31, 2025 by abarry The Southern Ute Election Board is pleased to share key dates for the upcoming 2025 General Election. 🔹 Residency Deadline:Saturday, August 9, 2025, at 5:00 PM Please ensure your residency status is up to date by this deadline. 🔹 Election Day:Friday, November 7, 2025Polls Open: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PMLocation: 285 Lakin St., Ignacio, Colorado This election will determine the successors for outgoing Council Members Vice Chairman Marvin Pinnecoose and Marjorie Barry. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the Election Board at 970-563-0100 (extensions 2303, 2305, 2729, or 2730) or email election@southernute-nsn.gov. Thank you for participating in this important process! Read more »
Uncategorized 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 of the farm plan according to the land’s needs. If you are a tribal member and want to confirm your interest in an assignment, you can submit an application and a qualified farm plan. If you have any comments or objections about the assignment, you can submit them as well. You can either mail, email, or deliver in person your submission to the Department of Natural Resources – Lands Division at PO Box 737, Ignacio, CO 81137, contact us at 970-563-0126, or contact us via email at sluzar@southernute-nsn.gov or via phone at 970-563-0126 Read more » Southern Ute Indian Tribe
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Southern Ute Cultural Preservation Announces Brush Sites Available for Sundance Preparation July 7, 2025 / July 7, 2025 by abarry The Southern Ute Sun Dance will be held July 10-14, 2025, on the Southern Ute Reservation. Please find attached the maps for shade brush locations which can be downloaded in the Avenza app. The GIS Division can be reached at 970-563-2226 to answer any questions and assist with downloading Avenza. If you have questions related to specific maps and permissions to cut, please contact the Lands Division at 970-563-2236. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans The Southern Ute Lands Division Announces a 45-day notice for Agricultural Assignment May 28, 2025 / July 1, 2025 by abarry The Southern Ute Lands Division is currently advertising a 45-day notice of availability of tribal land for an agricultural 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 of the farm plan according to the land’s needs. If you are a tribal member and want to confirm your interest in an assignment, you can submit an application and a qualified farm plan. If you have any comments or objections about the assignment, you can submit them as well. You can either mail, email, or deliver in person your submission to the Department of Natural Resources – Lands Division at PO Box 737, Ignacio, CO 81137, contact us at 970-563-0126, or contact us via email at sluzar@southernute-nsn.gov or via phone at 970-563-0126 Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Southern Ute Tribe seeks applicants to fill a Commission Vacancy on the SUIT/State of CO Environmental Commission May 5, 2025 / June 3, 2025 by abarry Are you interested in environmental issues and want to be more involved? The Southern Ute Air Quality Division’s (AQD) Environmental Commission may be the perfect place for you! This six-member joint Commission has equal Tribal and State representation and meets approximately twice a year to vote on rules and regulations for the SUIT AQD. As an Environmental Commission Member, you will have the chance to expand your knowledge on current issues, be a voice for your community, and shape the future of Tribal air quality. The application deadline has been extended, and interested individuals can now send a letter of interest to airquality@southernute-nsn.gov before 5:00pm MDT on May 21st, 2025. Not interested in applying, but still want to learn more about what we do? Come to our next Environmental Commission meeting on October 29th, and please spread the word if you know other community members who may be interested in applying to this position or attending these public meetings. AQD is looking forward to receiving applications from more qualified individuals (qualifications listed in attached Vacancy description) for Tribal appointment to the Southern Ute Indian Tribe/State of Colorado Environmental Commission. Visit the AQD Environmental Commission website https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/…/air…/env-commission/ to learn more about […] Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Southern Ute Wildlife Division offers (6) Lone Mesa State Park Access Permits in Brunot Area to Tribal Members April 29, 2025 by abarry Lone Mesa State Park Access Permits: The Southern Ute Wildlife Division will have six (6) Lone Mesa State Park Access Permits available to Southern Ute tribal member hunters for the 2025 Hunting Season. Permit holders will be allowed choose one established hunt season to access Lone Mesa State Park. Season dates and weapon restrictions will apply. The access permits will either be available first-come first-serve, or through a draw if there is sufficient interest. Deadline for sign-up is Friday, June 27th, 2025. Please contact the Wildlife Division at (970) 563- 0130 for more information. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Southern Ute Department of Energy Hosts Town Hall Meeting on Mancos Shale Development April 28, 2025 by abarry The Department of Energy (DOE) will be hosting a town hall meeting to keep Tribal Membership informed on the Mancos Shale Development. This Tribal Members-only meeting will cover information regarding where water will be sourced from, anticipated routes for layflat pipelines, permitting, and tribal considerations. For those who can’t join us in person, please connect via Webex. When: Tuesday, May 6th from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM Where: Growth Fund Building, 1st Floor, Conference Room 103 A meal will be provided. We hope you will join us. For any event-related questions, please reach out to Pooja Rao-Pennington at prpennington@sugf.com or 970.563.5033. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Southern Ute Environmental Programs Department Re-Opens Pine River Trail April 28, 2025 by abarry The Southern Ute Environmental Programs Department would like to notify community members that the Pine River Trail is now re open from both trail heads. There is a new section of trail that connects the Pine River Trail to the road to Scott’s Pond. Please enjoy the longer loop! Read more »
