Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans The Southern Ute Lands Division Shares (2) 45-day Notices for Land Assignments February 26, 2025 by abarry The Southern Ute Lands Division is currently advertising two, 45-day notices of availability of tribal land for assignment. To apply for a Land Assignment or Lease Request, eligible tribal member applicants must submit an Application for Assignment of Tribal Lands and Homesite Development Plan along with a drawing card containing their name, address, and contact information (including phone number and email). The Lands Division will review the submitted applications, homesite development plans, and drawing cards to ensure only eligible Tribal members’ names are placed in the drawing. Those interested can mail, email, or deliver in person your submission to the Department of Natural Resources – Lands Division at PO Box 737, Ignacio, CO 81137, or contact us via email at sluzar@southernute-nsn.gov or via phone at 970-563-0126. The Department of Natural Resources has also received an application from Ms. Nalani Thompson for an assignment on tribal lands. The land she has applied for is a relinquishment of a homesite assignment from a non-immediate family member. The easement to this assignment is off of CR 324 and it will be included in the proposed assignment. If you have any comments or objections about the assignment, you can submit them as well. You […] Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Statement Regarding the Office of Management and Budget Memorandum January 29, 2025 by abarry FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 29, 2025 Statement Regarding the Office of Management and Budget Memorandum The Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council would like to provide an update to the Tribal Membership on their ongoing efforts to address the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) memorandum issued on Monday under the Trump Administration. The White House rescinded this action this morning. No official explanation has been given for the OMB’s decision to withdraw the memo. The Tribe had proactively contacted the offices of Senators John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennet as well the Office of the Attorney General for the State of Colorado. In addition, Tribal Council met with Representative Jeff Hurd on this matter to express concerns and gather clarification while highlighting the need for the continuation of the federal funding. “The federal government has a solemn obligation to honor its trust responsibility and financial commitments. We recognize the critical importance of the programs and services that rely on these funds, and we are committed to working proactively to ensure their continued operation for the benefit of the Tribal Membership,” stated Chairman Melvin J. Baker. […] Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Southern Ute Health Center’s Main Entrance Temporary Closure Notice January 29, 2025 / January 29, 2025 by abarry The Southern Ute Health Centers main entrance and main lobby will be closed February 3rd-March 3rd for building maintenance. Patients will use the back parking lot and enter through the lab lobby. For any questions or concerns, please contact our mainline at (970) 563-4581. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans The Tribal Wills Project from University of Denver offers a March Clinic January 15, 2025 by abarry In March, there will be another tribal wills clinic in the Farmington area at the Nenahnezad Chapter House. The clinic will take place March 24-28, 2025. The Tribal Wills Clinic is a group of volunteers including law students and licensed attorneys, who donate their time to help Tribal Members write wills. The services are free and the process takes about 4 hours, spread over two days. Please contact Mr. John Roach at (505) 716-6788 for more information. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans The Southern Ute Wildlife Division’s Big Game Survey underway January 15, 2025 by abarry The week of January 13 – 17, 2025 the Wildlife Division will be conducting its annual aerial big game survey across the Southern Ute Reservation. If you are out in the field during the week you can expect to see a helicopter flying at low elevation during day light hours across trust lands on both the east and west sides of the reservation. The Wildlife Division conducts this annual census of mule deer, elk and other wildlife to gauge population trends and herd health. Please contact the Southern Ute Wildlife Division at (970) 563-0130 with any questions about this project. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans The Southern Ute Tribal Council approves and adopts Title 33 – Overriding Royalty Interest Code January 6, 2025 / January 6, 2025 by abarry PUBLIC NOTICE On December 17, 2024, the Southern Ute Tribal Council approved and adopted Title 33– Overriding Royalty Interest Code in Resolution No. 2024-248. The effective date is January 1, 2025. The Title 33-Overriding Royalty Code can be found on the Tribal government Law and Order Code website at: https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/government/tribal-code/ (opens in new tab) Printed hard copies of the codes may be obtained from the Tribal Information Services Department at: Email: TIS@southernute-nsn.gov 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/ (opens in new tab) 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 Southern Ute Construction & Project Management Update Status on the Ute Vocational School Demolition and Construction January 6, 2025 by abarry Please see the attached document for the Ute Vocational School – Head Start Building Demolition Project Completion Notification and Update. Should you have any questions related to the project, please contact the Southern Ute Construction and Project Management Department by calling (970) 563-4710. The website will continue to be updated accordingly as projects progress or upon completion. Ute Vocational School/Head Start Building Demolition – Southern Ute Indian Tribe Gavin S. Martinez Director of Housing, Construction, & Project Management Southern Ute Indian Tribe Office: (970) 563-4710 Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans The family of the late Southern Ute Tribal Chairman, Leonard C. Burch, announces the return of the Annual Walk/Run on December 10, 2024 December 4, 2024 by abarry The family of the late Chairman Leonard C. Burch would like to share historical information on how Leonard C. Burch Day was created and how he continues to be honored each year as the leading trailblazer of the Southern Ute people for our new generation of tribal members and for tribal staff who may come on board within a Southern Ute tribal entity recently. This day of recognition was first established on Dec. 10, 1996, by the Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council and is celebrated as a tribal holiday — every December by the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, La Plata County and the State of Colorado. LaPlata County leadership and the State of Colorado followed suit in 2020, by formally acknowledging December 10th as Leonard C. Burch Day in 2020. Growing up in the impoverished Ute reservation near Ignacio, Burch maintained a determination and vision that carried through all of his life endeavors. After graduating from Ute Vocational School in 1954, he served four tours of duty with the U.S. Air Force in Turkey. In 1959, Burch returned home and married his high school sweetheart, Irene. The couple eventually had seven daughters and 14 grandchildren. Throughout his life, he focused on […] Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans The Southern Ute Election Board Announces the 2024 Run-Off Election Dates November 5, 2024 / November 5, 2024 by abarry Southern Ute Indian Tribe 2024 Run-Off Election Two (2) Tribal Council Seats OUT GOING COUNCIL MEMBERS: Lorelei Cloud & Vanessa Torres The Election Board has determined these are the dates for the upcoming 2024 Run-Off Election according to the Constitution and Election Code. Notice of Election- Wednesday, November 13, 2024 Run-Off Election- Friday, December 13, 2024, from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM (New) Voter Registration Deadline- Wednesday, December 4, 2024, by 5:00 PM Absentee Ballot Request Deadline- Wednesday, December 4, 2024, by 5:00 PM Emergency Ballot Request Deadline- Thursday, December 12, 2024, by 5:00 PM The 2024 Run-Off Election will be held at 285 Lakin St. Ignacio, CO Contact the Election Board at (970) 563-2303/2305/2729 Off-Reservation Tribal Members call 1-800-772-1236 ext. 2303 or email: election@southernute-nsn.gov Candidates: Vanessa Torres Lorelei Cloud James M. Olguin Linda K. Baker Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Southern Ute Department of Energy partners with the Colorado Energy & Carbon Managment Commission to plug and reclaim orphaned well October 22, 2024 by abarry Notice of Reclamation Activities The Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission (ECMC) is working with the Tribe’s Department of Energy (DOE) to plug and reclaim an orphaned well located on Tribal lands, southwest of Red Mesa Colorado (see attached map for details). The project will involve the use of heavy equipment and large trucks, along with a heavy-duty helicopter to transport equipment to the site. The project is slated to begin in late October or early November 2024, and will run approximately two to four weeks, weather permitting. For safety reasons, DOE is recommending this area be avoided during the proposed timeframe. This work could negatively impact hunting in the area. Please contact the DOE team for any questions and concerns – Doug Krueger at (970) 563-5565 or Andy Wetherell at (970) 563-5569. Read more »
