Administration Community Culture Health latest-news Tribal Members Uncategorized The Southern Ute Indian Tribe Department of Energy (DOE) and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) invite all community members to the Mancos Shale Public Scoping Meeting September 18, 2026 / September 18, 2026 by abarry The Southern Ute Indian Tribe Department of Energy (DOE) and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) invite all community members to attend a public scoping meeting for the proposed Mancos Shale Development Project. The meeting will provide project information and an opportunity for public input as part of the environmental review process. Sky Ute Casino Resort Event CenterSeptember 24, 20266:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Virtual attendance is available via Webex. Register today, via QR code or using this link: https://bit.ly/2026msDps All community members are welcome. For project-related questions email Ryan Joyner at rjoyner@blm.govFor event-related questions email Pooja Rao-Pennington at prpennington@sugf.com Read more »
Administration Community Culture latest-news Press Releases Tribal Members FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Southern Ute Reservation to rescind Stage I Fire Restrictions September 16, 2026 / September 18, 2026 by abarry Due to the recent rains, Stage I fire restrictions will be rescinded for all trust lands throughout the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. Overall drought conditions are waning for the area and cooler seasonal temperatures and higher humidities have mitigated fire danger. This has been a busy fire season on the Southern Ute Reservation with just under 50 fires occurring. The largest was only ½ acre even though fuel conditions were critically dry all summer long and conducive to large fire growth as seen by the neighboring Ferris and Rio Blanco fires. Southern Ute hosted numerous fire crews and engines from all over the country this fire season and we appreciate the commitment and respect for the land and culture that these resources showed throughout their deployments. Stage I Restrictions will be rescinded at 06:00 AM, Thursday, September 17,2026. Photo Credit: Summer Begay/Tribal Council Communications Specialist Read more »
Uncategorized Southern Ute Department of Transportation (SUDOT) announces roadway maintenance on Tribal Campus September 9, 2026 / September 9, 2026 by abarry The Southern Ute Department of Transportation (SUDOT), in partnership with its contractor, will be performing roadway maintenance on sections of Ouray Dr. and Capote Dr. on the Tribal Campus beginning September 14, 2026. During construction, the affected roadway will be reduced to one-lane, alternating traffic. Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes whenever possible. Construction Dates: September 14 – September 21, 2026 Traffic Control: One-lane alternating traffic Expected Full Reopening: September 21, 2026 Please plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and follow all traffic control signage and personnel in the work zone. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to improve Tribal transportation infrastructure. See attached map for the affected roadway segment. Read more »
Uncategorized Southern Ute Election Board Announces 2026 General Election September 9, 2026 / September 9, 2026 by abarry Southern Ute Indian Tribe2026 General Election One (1) ChairmanTwo (2) Tribal Council Seats OUTGOING CHAIRMAN: Christine Sage OUTGOING COUNCIL MEMBERS: Marty Pinnecoose & Andrew Gallegos The Election Board has determined these are the dates for the upcoming 2026 General Election according to the Constitution and Election Code. General Election- Friday, November 06, 2026, from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM (New) Voter Registration Deadline- Wednesday, October 28, 2026, by 5:00 PM Absentee Ballot Request Deadline- Wednesday, October 28, 2026, by 5:00 PM Emergency Ballot Request Deadline- Thursday, November 05, 2026, by 5:00 PM The 2026 General Election will be held at 285 Lakin St. Ignacio, COContact the Election Board at (970) 563-0100 ext. 2303/2305/2728/2729/2730 Off-Reservation Tribal Members call 1-800-772-1236 ext. 2303or email election@southernute-nsn.gov Read more »
Uncategorized Laguna Pueblo Tribe offers hunting opportunities for Southern Ute tribal members August 28, 2026 / August 28, 2026 by abarry The Laguna Pueblo Tribe is offering the following Hunt opportunities for Southern Ute Tribal Members Only. (4) Pronghorn- Either sex September 25-29, 2026 (4) Elk- Either sex November 5-9, 2026 (2) Tahr- Either Sex January 18-22, 2026 Please Contact Nicole Black at (970) 563-0130 for more information. Read more »
Uncategorized Southern Ute Cultural Preservation provides 2026 Southern Ute Indian Tribal Fair Premium Book August 18, 2026 / August 28, 2026 by abarry The Southern Ute Cultural Preservation Department is pleased to share the 104th Southern Ute Tribal Fair Premium Book electronically on the tribal website. The Southern Ute Tribal Fair and Powwow will be held September 11-13, 2026, and the Southern Ute Tribal Rodeo will be held September 18-19, 2026. The Premium Book will be mailed out to all Heads of Household soon. If you have any questions about the Fair Events or Rodeo, please contact the superintendents and/or Mr. Eugene Bereza, Heritage and Events Coordinator, at 970-563-2307. The following documents are on the Fair and Road website page ( https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/culture/fair-and-powwow/) • Premium Book (PDF Format) • Parade Notice with General Information Flyer • Candy Throwing Communication • Registration Form (Please indicate the NAME OF ENTRY) above your name please. • Volunteer Request Flyer with QR Code for Sign Up • Parade Safety Checklist • Parade Route Map • Southern Ute Fair Code of Conduct • Southern Ute Fair and Rodeo Liability Waiver (This form must be completed by each participant and/or guardian prior to taking part in any Fair activities including the parade.) below your signature on each liability waiver form, please indicate NAME OF ENTRY for all parade entries. ** […] Read more »
Uncategorized Southern Ute Election Board Announces Absentee Ballot Availability for July 10, 2026 Special Election June 17, 2026 / June 17, 2026 by abarry Southern Ute Indian TribeElection Board Notice Absentee BallotAvailable (Mail-out, walk-in, and local hand delivery) Absentee Ballot Request DeadlineWednesday, July 01, 2026 By 5:00 P.M. P11-5-101. Eligibility for Absentee Ballot. Any registered tribal voter who expectsto be absent on the day of the election, or who, because of serious illness,physical disability, or advanced age is unable to vote in person at the pollingplace, is eligible to vote by absentee ballot. P11-5-102. Application for Absentee Ballot. (1) An absentee ballot must berequested by the voter himself on the application form provided by theElection Board by letter or by telephone call, stating the applicant’s name andaddress, and the reason he will be unable to vote in person. The 2026 Special Election will be held at 285 Lakin St. Ignacio, COContact Election Board (970)-563-0100 ext. 2303/2305/2729/2730 Off-Reservation Tribal members phone 1-800-772-1236 ext. 2303 Email: election@southernute-nsn.gov Election Board business hours 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M Read more »
Uncategorized Southern Ute Environmental Programs Department Conducts Maintenance on Pine River and Bear Trail June 12, 2026 / June 12, 2026 by abarry The Environmental Programs Department would like to announce an upcoming partial closure on the Bear Trail, specifically the Switchback section behind SUIMA. A crew of volunteers will be performing trail stabilization on the switchback from June 16-17th and will re-open to the public on June 18th. The Pine River Trail will remain open to the public during normal business hours, as crew workers occupy both trails for maintenance. Read more »
Uncategorized Southern Ute Tribal Council Enacts Amendments to Title 26 – Liquor Code March 16, 2026 / March 16, 2026 by abarry By Resolution No. 2026-029, the Southern Ute Tribal Council enacted amendments to Title 26 – Liquor Code. Title 26 is an existing code. The amended version replaces the prior version in the SUIT Law and Order Code. Title 26 was approved by the Bureau of Indian Affairs and published in the Federal Register on March 5, 2026. The Liquor Code is effective as of March 5, 2026. The Liquor Code can be found online at: Mail: Southern Ute Indian Tribe, P.O. Box 737, 356 Ouray Drive, Ignacio, CO 81137 Phone: (970) 563-2208 Website: https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/government/tribal-code/ For further information please contact: Amy Barry, Tribal Information Services Department, abarry@southernute-nsn.gov, (970) 563-2250. Read more »
Uncategorized Southern Ute Tribal Council Seeks Public Comment on Title 8 – Protective Custody Code February 26, 2026 / February 27, 2026 by abarry The Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council is seeking comments on proposed amendments to Title 8 – Protective Custody Code. A copy of the amended code can be found at: 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 amended code. The link will direct you to a draft of the amended code, a summary of changes, and a comment form. Use the comment form on the website to provide comments. DATES: Written comments must be received no later than March 23, 2026. METHODS FOR SUBMITTING COMMENTS You can provide comments using any of the following methods: 1. Notice of Proposed Codes website: Go to: https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/government/tribal- code/proposed-southern-ute-tribal-code/. Scroll to “Protective Custody Code” and click the link that says “Provide comments HERE.” 2. Email: Send comments to: jkeyes@southernute-nsn.gov. 3. Mail: Send comments to: Shannon Eastwood, Tribal Services, 116 Capote Drive, PO Box 737, #47, Ignacio, Colorado, 81137. 4. Hand delivery: Take comments to the Mouache-Capote Building, 116 Capote Drive, Ignacio, Colorado, 81137, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Tribal holidays. 5. Phone: (970)-563-2324. TOWN HALL MEETINGS: There will be two town hall meetings to provide information about the […] Read more »
