Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Statement on the Passing of Former President Jimmy Carter January 3, 2025 by sbegay The Southern Ute Indian Tribe extends its deepest condolences to the Carter family during this difficult time. President Carter’s life was a testament to remarkable service, leadership, and unwavering advocacy. His legacy will forever be intertwined with the lives of countless individuals, including those within our Tribal community. President Carter’s commitment to justice and equality is evident in the landmark legislation he signed: The American Indian Religious Freedom Act (AIRFA) recognized the inherent right of Native Americans to practice their traditional religions, including the use of sacred sites and ceremonial objects. The Tribal Controlled Community College Assistance Act empowered Tribal Nations to establish and operate their own higher education institutions, fostering self-determination and cultural preservation. The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) strengthened Tribal sovereignty and ensured the well-being of Native American children by prioritizing their placement with family members or within their Tribal communities. These acts represent a significant step forward in recognizing and upholding the rights and sovereignty of Tribal Nations. The flags on Tribal campus will be lowered until his funeral services on Thursday, January 9, 2025. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans SU Tribal Office Closure Notice 12312024 December 31, 2024 by sbegay Tribal Office Closure Notice In observance of the New Year, the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will close at 3:00 PM on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. Normal business hours will resume on Thursday, January 2, 2025. Happy New Year Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Southern Ute Agency Job Postings December 26, 2024 / December 26, 2024 by sbegay 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘂 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘀 (𝗕𝗜𝗔), 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗨𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀⠀ – Forester | GS-9 to GS-11 | Closing Date: December 30, 2024 https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/824243000 – Office Automation Assistant | GS-5 | Closing Date: January 10, 2025 https://www.usajobs.gov/job/823601100 – Irrigation System Operator | GS-4 | Closing Date: January 2, 2025 https://www.usajobs.gov/job/825095000 Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans SU Tribal Office Closure 01012025 December 26, 2024 / January 6, 2025 by sbegay In observance of the New Year, the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will be closed on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Normal business hours will resume on Thursday, January 2, 2025. ✨Happy New Year ✨ Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans University of Denver: Tribal Wills Clinic December 26, 2024 by sbegay The University of Denver’s Sturm College of Law will return to the Southern Ute Reservation on December 27, 28, 30 & 31, 2024, to facilitate the Tribal Wills Clinic for (15) Southern Ute Tribal Members who are interested in drafting a will. This will be held at Sky Ute Casino Resort. 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. To make an appointment, please contact Mr. John Roach at (505) 716-6788 for more information. 2024 Tribal Will Proj Flyer for Southern Ute December 2024 Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans BIA Southern Ute Agency Holiday Closures December 23, 2024 by sbegay The Bureau of Indian Affairs Southern Ute Agency will be closed on the following dates: Tuesday, December 24, 2024 & Wednesday, December 25, 2024 in observance of the Christmas holiday. Wednesday, January 1, 2025 in observance of the New Year. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Tribal Office Closure Notice December 23, 2024 / December 23, 2024 by sbegay Tribal Office Closure Notice In observance of Christmas, Administrative Leave has been granted for the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices to close at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, December 24, 2024. Normal business hours will resume on Thursday, December 26, 2024. Happy Holidays to you and your loved ones. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Tribal Office Closure Notice 12/25/2024 December 19, 2024 / December 26, 2024 by sbegay Tribal Office Closure Notice In observance of Christmas, the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will be closed on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. Normal business hours will resume on Thursday, December 26, 2024. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Tribal Health TPA Update December 18, 2024 by sbegay The Tribal Health Department would like to provide notice to the Tribal Membership regarding the new Third-Party Administrator (TPA), Auxiant. The transition to Auxiant will ensure Tribal Members continue to receive quality, high-level benefits at a lower cost and more efficiently. Tribal Members may receive updated ID cards as early as today, December 18, 2024 via USPS mail from the Tribal Health Department. Starting January 1, 2025, please ensure your providers have the Auxiant ID card on file at their facility. If you have not yet received the Auxiant ID card by January 31, 2025 or if you would like more information, please contact the Tribal Health Benefits Resource Team at 970-563-4720. To contact Auxiant directly, please call 1-800-475-2232. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Service Information for Zamias Lang December 17, 2024 / December 17, 2024 by sbegay The family of Zamias Lang egap of the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe has requested the funeral service information be shared with the Southern Ute Tribal Membership and community. His mother, Inandre Dale, has shared the following information: “Viewing is Tuesday December 17, 2024 from 5:00 PM-7:00 PM @ Ertel Funeral Home in Cortez, Colorado. Funeral service will be Wednesday December 18, 2024 at 10:00 AM @ Towaoc Recreation Center in Towaoc, Colorado. Burial will be at Towaoc Cemetery. Dinner will be after burial so if you would like to bring a dish or anything please feel free too. Place will be announced soon. Zamias’ favorite color was blue so if you’d like to wear that color on Wednesday your more than welcome too.” If you would like to support the family, a GoFundMe page has been created: https://gofund.me/61eb562c Read more »