Uncategorized Southern Ute Tribe Seeks Public Comment on Title 13 – Wildlife Conservation Code February 6, 2026 / February 6, 2026 by abarry The Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council is seeking comments on proposed amendments to Title 13 – Wildlife Conservation Code. A copy of the amended Wildlife Conservation Code can be found on the following website: https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/government/tribal- code/proposed-southern-ute-tribal-code/. Please use the contact number at the end of this notice to obtain a hard copy of the proposed Wildlife Code amendments. The link below will direct you to the amended Code showing the proposed changes and a summary of the proposed changes. Use the form on the website to submit comments. You can also provide comments by phone, email, or in-person by contacting Aran Johnson, Wildlife Resource Division Head, at the contact information below. Public Comments: The Tribal Council requests that Tribal Members review the amendments and provide comments no later than February 23, 2026, to the Wildlife Resource Division at: Email: Aran Johnson at: ajohnson@southernute-nsn.gov. Mail: Aran Johnson, Wildlife Resource Division, 116 Memorial Drive, Ignacio, CO 81137. Hand delivery: Tribal Annex Building, 116 Memorial Drive, Ignacio, Colorado, 81137. Phone: (970) 563-2413. Website: https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/government/tribal-code/proposed-southern-ute-tribal-code/For further information please contact: Aran Johnson, Wildlife Resource Division Head, Wildlife Resource Division, 116 Memorial Drive, Ignacio, CO 81137; telephone (970)-563-2413; email: ajohnson@southernute-nsn.gov Read more »
Uncategorized Southern Ute Division of Wildlife holds first public comment meeting January 28, 2026 / January 28, 2026 by abarry There is a public/informational meeting on the proposed Southern Ute Wildlife Code amendments tomorrow from 12:00-3:00 pm at the Southern Ute Multi-Purpose Facility. The information is in the attached notice. The QR codes take you to the webpage showing the notice and the second QR Code takes you to the comment form. Food will be provided. Please contact the Southern Ute Wildlife Division if you have any questions at (970 563-2417. Read more »
Uncategorized Sky Ute Fairgrounds Issues Indoor Arena Closure December 3, 2025 / December 3, 2025 by abarry The Sky Ute Fairgrounds has issued a closure of the Indoor Arena to the public until further notice as a precautionary measure due to the recent outbreaks of Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 (EHV-1). For any questions, please call the Sky Ute Fairgrounds & RV Park office, (970) 563-5540. Thank you for your continued support. Read more » Sky Ute Fairgrounds
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 »
