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SUIT Proposed Water Quality Standards for Surface Waters & Clean Water Act Section 401 Certification Procedures

August 23, 2021 / November 30, 2021 by Lindsay Box

Southern Ute Indian Tribe Proposed Water Quality Standards for Surface Waters & Clean Water Act Section 401 Certification Procedures A 60-day public comment period on the Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s water quality standards and Clean Water Act section 401 certification procedures will be held from August 23 to October 22, 2021. For all interested individuals, an online hearing regarding the Tribe’s Water Quality Standards for Surface Waters on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation and Clean Water Act Section 401 Water Quality Certification Procedures will be held on: Thursday October 7, 2021 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. To attend the hearing, please register at https://bit.ly/3wnzxAb before the event. To register for this event, open a new web browser and go to the above WebEx Events link then click on the “(Register)” link next to Event status. Prior to the WebEx Event, it is advisable to visit the following help site to test your browser and connection: https://bit.ly/3e7p7Ne. Should you have additional technical problems, please contact the SUSS helpdesk at 970-563-5050. To join using audio only call: 1-415-655-0003 and use audio access code: 145 895 0864. The live online hearing will be recorded and posted on the Tribe’s website. The proposed water […]

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Southern Ute Indian Tribe moves to Phase III “Protect Our Neighbor” and Reopens Tribal Operations

August 3, 2021 / September 3, 2021 by Lindsay Box

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.0100 Lindsay Box – 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, August 3, 2021 Southern Ute Indian Tribe moves to Phase III “Protect Our Neighbor” and Reopens Tribal Operations Southern Ute Indian Reservation – On Friday, July 30, 2021 the Southern Ute Tribal Council, in consultation with the Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s Incident Management Team (IMT), approved Resolution 2021-104, which amended the Tribe-wide Recovery Plan adopted in March of this year. Modifications were made to the metrics and restrictions within approved Phases of the Recovery Plan. The revisions to the key metrics and restrictions support a move to Phase III “Protect Our Neighbor,” which is one phase below the Fully Open phase. The IMT will continue to monitor the data closely and provide the tribal leadership with the most up-to-date information in an effort to support the tribal reopening while prioritizing the health and safety of the tribal membership, employees, and visitors. The following graphic outlines the Key Metrics and Restrictions to be followed during each of the Phases. Effective Monday, August 9, 2021, the Southern Ute Indian Tribe will move to Phase III “Protect Our Neighbor”. The Tribal offices […]

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: North Cinder Butte Area Fires – 6.20.2021 2100 Update

June 21, 2021 / July 14, 2021 by Lindsay Box

For IMMEDIATE Release, June 20, 2021, 2100 PRESS RELEASE Suppression Efforts Continue on the Dry Gulch Area Fires Durango, CO – Durango Interagency Coordinating Group (DICG) Media Contact: Scot Davis Title: DICG PIO Phone: 970-946-8979 Email: sdavis@lospinosfire.com DRY GULCH FIRE AREA Current Situational Update: Since the dry lightning storm that hit the Fort Lewis Mesa area Friday afternoon and evening on June 18, 2021, 31 separate fires have been discovered. Of those, 9 are reported to be controlled/contained/out, and 10 controlled. Currently, the largest fire is the Iron Springs Fire, 37 7.008, -108 4.506 (LAT/LON), which is 10 acres in size. Ground crews and a Type 2 helicopter have been working the fire, and spot fires, throughout the day. No new fire starts on 6/19 and 6/20 Structures Threatened and Evacuations: Currently, there are no structures threatened and no evacuation orders in place. Current Apparatus: 1 Type 2 helicopter with a Helitack crew of 9, 1 Type II Interagency (IA) Crew, 8 Type 6 Engines, local and regional departments: Boulder (Left Hand), South Arkansas, Montrose, Loveland, Canon City, and Mancos 1 Tender, and 70 Personnel. Operational Directive for 6/22/21: Continue […]

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: North Cinder Butte Area Fires – 1008 Update

June 19, 2021 / July 14, 2021 by Lindsay Box

For IMMEDIATE Release, June 19, 2021 PRESS RELEASE 18 Fires Break out on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation Durango, CO – Durango Interagency Coordinating Group (DICG) Media Contact: Scot Davis Title: DICG PIO Phone: 970-946-8979 Email: sdavis@lospinosfire.com Southern Ute Indian Reservation – 18 Fires broke out yesterday on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. The North Cinder Butte Area Fires are located throughout the west side of the reservation. Fire crews responded to 12 fires yesterday, June 18, 2021 The Bureau of Indian Affairs, Southern Ute Agency Fire Management and Los Piños Fire Protection District, Fort Lewis Mesa, and Colorado State helicopter have responded. Current Apparatus: 1 Type 2 helicopter with a Helitack crew of 9, 1 Type II Interagency (IA) Crew, 4 Engines, 1 Tender (water taker), and 1 20 Person IA crew from the Lolo National Forest Operational Directive for 6/19/21: Check for hotspots from fires suppressed on 6/18 Recon and map fire area with Type 2 helicopter Prioritize fires for suppression Fire Conditions for 6/19: Weather will continue to be hot, dry and windy. High temperatures between 87 & 97 degrees, humidity below 15% after […]

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FOR MORE INFORMATION: 18 Fires Break out on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation

June 18, 2021 / July 14, 2021 by Lindsay Box

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: BIA Fire Management – 970.563.4571 Lindsay J. Box, PIO – 970.759.1494 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, June 18, 2021 18 Fires Break out on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation Southern Ute Indian Reservation – 18 Fires break out on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. The North Cinder Butte Area Fires are located throughout the west side of the reservation. Fire crews have responded to 5 fires and fires are being prioritized. The Bureau of Indian Affairs, Southern Ute Agency Fire Management and Los Piños Fire Protection District, Fort Lewis Mesa, and Colorado State helicopter have responded. Type II IA Crew, 4 engines, and air support have been ordered. Smoke is visible from the CO Hwy 140 corridor. Individuals should avoid County Road 136 and the west end of County Road 100 . Smoke will be visible to the local communities. For information related to air quality, please go to: https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cdphe/wood-smoke-and-health The cause of the North Cinder Butte Area Fires is the result of the recent lightning storm. The Tribe is coordinating with local agencies to ensure the safety of the public and to minimize the impact of the fire. The […]

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SUIT moves to Phase II “Safer at Home”, Level 3 on Today, June 17, 2021

June 17, 2021 / August 11, 2021 by Lindsay Box

Southern Ute Indian Tribe moves to Phase II “Safer at Home”, Level 3 – Effective TODAY, Thursday, June 17, 2021 The change to the current restrictions include the following: >+< Personal Gathering Size – No greater than 30 persons >+< Indoor Capacity – 75% of the space or 100 persons max >+< Outdoor Capacity – 75% of the space or 200 persons max To find a list of the approved activities, please check out the Southern Ute Indian Tribal website, Tribal Council social media, and the Southern Ute Drum. For questions, please contact Tribal Council Communication Specialist, Ms. Lindsay J. Box at 970.563.2313 and via email at lbox@southernute-nsn.gov or IMT PIO, Ms. Amy Barry at 970.563.2281 and via email at abarry@southernute-nsn.gov Designed & Produced by Lindsay J. Box

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Amended Public Health “Safer at Home” Order of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe

June 17, 2021 / July 14, 2021 by Lindsay Box

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.0100 Lindsay J. Box, Communication – 970.563.2313 Amy Barry, IMT PIO – 970.563.2281 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 17, 2021 AMENDED PUBLIC HEALTH SAFER AT HOME ORDER OF THE SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN TRIBE WHEREAS, authority is vested in the Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council by the Constitution adopted by the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, and approved November 4, 1936, and amended October 1, 1975, and August 27, 1991, to act for the Southern Ute Indian Tribe; and WHEREAS, under Article VII, Section l(n) of the Constitution, Tribal Council has the authority, “To protect and preserve the property, wildlife and natural resources of the [T]ribe, and to regulate the conduct of trade and the use and disposition of tribal property upon the reservation.”; and WHEREAS, in January 2020, the World Health Organization designated the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak as a pandemic; and WHEREAS, on February 18, 2020, in Res. No. 2020-025, Tribal Council declared a state of emergency to respond to the spread of COVID-19; and WHEREAS, based on the increasing incidence of COVID-19 in the region and the danger COVID-19 posed to the tribal membership, on […]

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Southern Ute Reservation Fire Conditions are VERY HIGH

June 16, 2021 / July 14, 2021 by Lindsay Box

Southern Ute Reservation Fire Conditions – VERY HIGH Much of the Western United States in in some level of drought conditions. The Southern Ute Agency Fire Management Office would like to share that the current fire conditions on the Southern Ute Reservation are VERY HIGH. Effective today, June 16, 2021 at 6:00 a.m., the Southern Ute Reservation entered Stage I Fire Restrictions. To find more information on the details of the Stage I Fire Restrictions, please click on the link below: Southern Ute Reservation Initiates Stage I Fire Restrictions If you have questions related to fire conditions and/or what acts are prohibited in the Stage I Fire Restrictions, please contact the Southern Ute Agency Fire Management Office at 970.563.4571, Tribal Council Communication Specialist, Ms. Lindsay J. Box at 970.563.2313 or via email at lbox@southernute-nsn.gov

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Tribal Janssen Vaccination Event – May 14, 2021 from 10 to 2

May 4, 2021 / June 3, 2021 by Lindsay Box

Southern Ute Indian Tribe – Tribal Vaccination Event Janssen Vaccine Event NEXT Friday May 14, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Sky Ute Casino Resort Event Center The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) lifted the restrictions on the Janssen vaccine Friday, April 23, 2021. The vaccine can be administered without limitations. Individuals who have questions should contact their primary care provider (PCP) or the Southern Ute Health Center (SUHC) by calling 970.563.4581 Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For more information on the Janssen vaccine, please visit the CDC site below: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/safety/JJUpdate.html >+< IHS Vaccine Eligibility <+> + Anyone ages 18 years and over (including the general public.) + Southern Ute tribal members, IHS-beneficiaries and tribal staff will have priority when scheduling. Individuals interested in the Janssen vaccination event are required to register at the Southern Ute Health Center (SUHC) Vaccination Sign-Up Link provided below. SUHC Vaccination Sign-Up Link | https://www.tinyurl.com/y2bmk652 Sign-up DEADLINE is Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. Photo Credit | Lindsay J. Box Designed & Produced by Lindsay J. Box 20210501 – May 14 Janssen Vaccine Event

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 8 Rivers Capital and the Southern Ute Growth Fund Announce Joint Development of Zero Emissions NET Power Plan

April 15, 2021 / June 3, 2021 by Lindsay Box

8 Rivers Capital and the Southern Ute Growth Fund Announce Joint Development of Zero Emissions NET Power Plant DURHAM, N.C. and SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN RESERVATION, Colo., April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — 8 Rivers Capital, LLC and The Southern Ute Indian Tribe Growth Fund (SUGF) have joined together to develop the Coyote Clean Power Project, locating one of the world’s first zero-emissions NET Power natural gas-fired power plants within the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. The Coyote Clean Power Project will represent a paradigm shift in how the world generates energy, producing 280 MW of clean power 24/7, while capturing and storing CO2. 8 Rivers, through its Zero Degrees development business, and the SUGF plan to design and construct a NET Power plant over the next five years. The Tribe’s participation continues their long history of leadership in environmental stewardship and the energy transition, including the development and operation of a facility for a decade that captured naturally venting fugitive methane, one of the first utility scale solar projects in Southwest Colorado, and other alternative energy projects including biofuels. The Coyote Clean Power Project will be fueled with natural gas while capturing all emissions associated with combusting gas. The underlying NET Power technology […]

Author: Lindsay Box

SUIT Proposed Water Quality Standards for Surface Waters & Clean Water Act Section 401 Certification Procedures

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Southern Ute Indian Tribe moves to Phase III “Protect Our Neighbor” and Reopens Tribal Operations

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: North Cinder Butte Area Fires – 6.20.2021 2100 Update

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: North Cinder Butte Area Fires – 1008 Update

FOR MORE INFORMATION: 18 Fires Break out on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation

SUIT moves to Phase II “Safer at Home”, Level 3 on Today, June 17, 2021

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Amended Public Health “Safer at Home” Order of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe

Southern Ute Reservation Fire Conditions are VERY HIGH

Tribal Janssen Vaccination Event – May 14, 2021 from 10 to 2

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 8 Rivers Capital and the Southern Ute Growth Fund Announce Joint Development of Zero Emissions NET Power Plan