Administration Community Tribal Members Uncategorized Bonfire Field Services Vacancy: Apprentice Technician April 23, 2024 / April 23, 2024 by abarry Bonfire Field Services is hiring a Field Services Apprentice technician. The employee will receive a variety of training from multiple disciplines within Bonfire. The Field Services Apprentice will learn from and take directions from technicians, engineers, and other key disciplines throughout the process. This is a 2-year apprenticeship with eligible quarterly pay increases. Native American Preference will be applied. How to apply: Email a resume and cover letter to tonia.martinez@bonfireig.com You may also contact TERO for more information. lsanchez@southernute-nsn.gov 970-563-2294 Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Southern Ute Permanent Fund Gears Up for the 2024 Spring Clean-Up March 6, 2024 / March 6, 2024 by abarry 2024 Annual Spring Clean-Up April 15-19, 2024 By Appointment Only No pickups over the weekend or the week after. Save the Date! Fall Clean-up Oct 7-11, 2024! Tribal Members, Tribal Departments, and any tenant of the Southern Ute Indian Housing Authority are eligible for Spring Clean-Up services. Tribal Departments will not pick up for non-tribal tenants living in Tribal Member owned rental homes. All pick-ups must be within the boundaries of the Southern Ute Indian Reservation only. Read more »
Uncategorized SunUte and Fort Lewis College collaborate to offer free access to all FLC Sports Games for the Ignacio Community youth February 6, 2024 by abarry SunUte supports our youth…. our youth supports Fort Lewis! Free access has been granted to attend ALL FLC games for our youth in the Ignacio community! Just show your school ID or your SunUte membership card. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Southern Ute Agency plans the Annual Sundance Pile Rx Burn tomorrow, January 17, 2024 January 16, 2024 by abarry Making notification that the Southern Ute Agency will be conducting the annual Sundance Pile Rx burn tomorrow, Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Attached is the News Release regarding the project. Corey Francis will be the qualified Burn Boss Type 3 (RXB3). For further information, Mr. Francis can be reached directly at (505) 330-4015. Thanks, Corey Francis Read more »
Uncategorized Southern Ute Water Resources Division (WRD) prepares a Drought Update for the Drought Task Force January 4, 2024 by abarry The Southern Ute Water Resources Division (WRD) prepared a Drought Update for the Drought Task Force. The WRD would also like to send the update to keep everyone informed about snowpack and drought conditions in our area. The update is attached. Thanks, George Gavrielides Water Resources Specialist Southern Ute Indian Tribe DNR – Water Resources Division 970-563-2932 Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Tribal Council adopts NEW Title 32 – Civil Truancy Code as part of the SUIT Law and Order Code. January 3, 2024 by abarry On January 2, 2024, the Tribal Council adopted new Title 32 – Civil Truancy Code as part of the SUIT Law and Order Code. Please see the attached Public Notice for more information. A copy of the code can be found at: https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/government/tribal-code/ Leslie Barnhart Legal Department Southern Ute Indian Tribe P.O. Box 737 | Ignacio, CO | 81137 970.563.2144 lbarnhart@southernute-nsn.gov Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Chairman Baker Welcomes Box as Executive Officer January 3, 2024 by abarry FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 03, 2024 Chairman Baker Welcomes Box as Executive Officer Southern Ute Indian Reservation – In a strategic move to enhance leadership and organizational stewardship, Chairman Melvin J. Baker proudly announces the appointment of Ms. Lindsay J. Box as the Executive Officer of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s Permanent Fund. Ms. Box, with a proven track record of leadership brings a wealth of experience to her new role. Having traversed key positions within the Tribe, she possesses invaluable insights and a versatile skill set crucial for the strategic management and growth of the Permanent Fund. Box’s journey includes roles such as Tribal Council Communication Specialist, where she fostered crucial relationships and established robust communication channels to advance the Tribe’s vision. Her expertise as an HR Compliance Specialist contributed to operational excellence at the Southern Ute Growth Fund, showcasing her adeptness in policy formulation and human resources management. Box’s connection to her Nuuchiu heritage fuels her dedication to ensuring traditions thrive alongside modern advancements. Serving on the Board of Directors for the National Tribal Energy Association and CommonSpirit’s Mercy Hospital, she has demonstrated […] Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans For Immediate Release: Stability and Renewal Baker Leads the Tribe into Second Term with New Council 12/18/2023 December 18, 2023 by abarry FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 18, 2023 Stability and Renewal: Baker Leads the Tribe into Second Term with New Council Southern Ute Indian Reservation – The Southern Ute Indian Tribe welcomed Chairman, Melvin J. Baker and Council Member, Marty Pinnecoose during the Inauguration Ceremony this morning at Sky Ute Casino Resort. Surrounded by family, tribal members, and visiting dignitaries, the ceremony marked a momentous occasion for the Tribe as it embraced Council Member Pinnecoose for his first term and Chairman Baker for his second term as Chairman. Chairman Melvin J. Baker, a dedicated advocate for tribal sovereignty, brings a wealth of experience to his new term. Baker previously served four terms on Tribal Council. With a commitment to preserving and enhancing the resources, tradition, and identity of the Pino Nuuchiu, Chairman Baker is poised to lead the Tribe with vision and resilience. “Your faith in my leadership is truly inspiring. I am deeply grateful for your unwavering support and the privilege of serving as Chairman for another term”, stated Chairman Baker. Council Member Marty Pinnecoose looks forward to beginning to his first term on Tribal […] Read more »
Administration Community Culture Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Southern Ute Tribe issues Public Notice on Revised Title 4 – Criminal Procedure Code & Revised Title 5 – Criminal Code December 18, 2023 by abarry PUBLIC NOTICE On December 5, 2023, the Tribal Council adopted a revised Title 4 – Criminal Procedure Code and a revised Title 5 – Criminal Code. The effective date for both codes will be March 1, 2024. The current Southern Ute Tribal Criminal Procedure and Criminal Codes will be in effect until February 29, 2024. Both the current codes and the revised codes can be found on the Tribal government Law and Order Code website at: https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/government/tribal-code/ Please see the attached Public Notice for more information. Thank you – Leslie Barnhart Legal Department Southern Ute Indian Tribe P.O. Box 737 | Ignacio, CO | 81137 970.563.2144 lbarnhart@southernute-nsn.gov Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans SU Utilities Notice of Temporary Water Loss of Water Service December 8, 2023 by abarry Southern Ute Utilities customers who live on CR 516 and CR 517 will be impacted by a planned loss of water service Tuesday, December 12, 2023, from 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. while construction activity is performed. If your residence has a pressure boosting system, please disconnect power to turn off pump during this time. Please read the attached notice and call (970) 563-5500 with any questions or concerns. If you encounter water service problems beyond the planned outage, please contact the Southern Ute Police Department at (970) 563-0246. Read more »
