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 »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Southern Ute Tribal Council Adopts Revisions to Title 12 – Range Code April 28, 2025 by abarry By Resolution No. 2025-075, the Tribal Council adopted revisions to Title 12 – Range Code. Title 12 is an existing code where the revised version will replace the prior version in the SUIT Law and Order Code. The Bureau of Indian Affairs approved the code on March 12, 2025. The Range Code can be found online at: 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 »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans For Immediate Release: Ute Tribes and State of Colorado Strengthen Government-to-Government Relationship April 4, 2025 / April 4, 2025 by abarry FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 4, 2025 Ute Tribes and State of Colorado Strengthen Government-to-Government Relationship during Ute Day at the Capitol Southern Ute Indian Reservation – The Southern Ute Indian Tribe and the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe were honored at the Colorado State Capitol during the annual Ute Day on Thursday, April 3, 2025, this event that celebrates the deep-rooted and enduring relationship between the Ute Tribes and the State of Colorado. Hosted by Governor Jared Polis and Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera, Chair of the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs, this important gathering brought together Tribal and state leadership, youth representatives, legislators, and Tribal Members to reaffirm their commitment to collaboration, respect, and shared goals. “The relationship between the State and the Ute Tribes of Colorado is critical to ensuring that every Coloradan, especially members of Tribal communities, can thrive,” said Governor Polis. “For generations, Colorado has had an open, productive, and beneficial relationship with Tribal governments, and today, we celebrate those important connections and further strengthen our collaboration. I thank the Tribal leaders and community members who traveled to the Capitol today to share […] Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Southern Ute Social Services Spreads Awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month April 3, 2025 by abarry April is designated National Child Abuse Prevention Month in the United States since 1983. It is an annual observance in dedicating raising awareness and preventing child abuse. Former President Obama continued the tradition and in 2016, issued a Presidential proclamation stating: “During National Child Abuse Prevention Month, we recommit to giving every child a change to succeed and to ensuring that every child grows up in a safe, stable, and nurturing environment that is free from abuse and neglect.” The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services states that for National Child Abuse Prevention Month, communities should rededicate themselves to being supportive of families and play an active role in preventing child abuse and neglect as well as taking a positive action to promote child and family well-being. On April 5, 2017, the late Mr. Alex Cloud (egap), former Vice Chairman, signed and designated April as, “Southern Ute April Child Abuse Prevention Month”: WHEREAS, children on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation have a right to a safe, thriving, and growing environment so they can reach their full potential and benefit their generation and the next; and WHEREAS, child abuse, neglect and the observation of violence can create adverse childhood experiences […] Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Southern Ute Environmental Programs Department Temporarily Closes the Pine River Hiking Trail March 28, 2025 by abarry The Environmental Programs Department (EPD) will be temporarily closing the Pine River Hiking Trail from the Ute Road and Scott’s Pond trailheads from March 31 – April 30, 2025. This project will restore and lengthen the existing trail, partially damaged by the June 3, 2022, Bear Dance Fire, by creating a loop along Ute Road where environmental remediation was recently completed. The Cultural Preservation Department collaborated with EPD, and the project will include adding interpretive, educational signs about Ute culture, language, and wildlife. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time. Please plan accordingly and respect all posted closures. For more information, contact the Environmental Programs Department at (970) 563-2272 or mdorsk@southernute-nsn.gov. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans The Annual Spring Clean Up is coming up in April March 27, 2025 by abarry The Annual Spring Clean Up will take place April 21-25, 2025. Please see the attached flyer for information related to the Clean-Up and communication regarding designated pick-ups from tribal departments and/or tribal entities. Please contact Mr. Tyson Thompson, Property and Facilities Director, at (970) 563-2945 for any questions or clarification needed related to the event. Read more »
