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SUDEP: Cybersecurity and Internet Safety Basics Training

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Are you confident in your online safety? 🤔 The Southern Ute Digital Equity Program (SUDEP) is here to help! Join the Cybersecurity & Internet Safety Basics Training on February 28th or March 7th. Learn how to protect your personal information and navigate the digital world safely. In-person and Webex options available! Contact SUDEP for more information or sign up by calling 970-563-5555. Those in attendance are eligible to win an iPad!

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2025 General Meeting Save the Date

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Save the Date for the General Meeting on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at Sky Ute Casino Resort in the Event Center. Details on attendance options and the agenda are forthcoming. As a friendly reminder, this is a closed meeting for the enrolled Tribal Membership only. If you have any questions, please contact Tribal Council Affairs at 970-563-2319.

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For Immediate Release: Monitoring Underway After Pipeline Spill Near Riverview Ranch Road

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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Marvin Pinnecoose, Vice Chairman – 970.563.2402 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 31, 2025 Monitoring Underway After Pipeline Spill Near Riverview Ranch Road Southern Ute Indian Reservation – On December 5, 2024, a pipeline owned and operated by Enterprise Products, out of Houston, Texas, experienced a fracture resulting in a gasoline spill on County Road 219 near Riverview Ranch Road. The spill occurred on fee land within the exterior boundaries of the Reservation. As of today, January 31, 2025, it is estimated that 22,000 gallons of gasoline were released. Groundwater has been impacted. The Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) is the lead agency and is working with Enterprise to mitigate risks and damage to surrounding private property. Because this spill occurred within the Reservation boundaries, the Tribe immediately reached out to CDPHE to ensure it was consulted. Since that time, the Tribe’s Environmental Programs Department has been heavily engaged and is proactively monitoring the spill to ensure the continued protection of Tribal Members, Tribal resources and community health. Executive Officer Lindsay J. Box shared, “We deeply value our strong and robust relationship with CDPHE and La Plata County. Their commitment […]

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For Immediate Release: Tribal Council Welcomes Representative Jeff Hurd

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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 30, 2025 Tribal Council Welcomes Representative Jeff Hurd Southern Ute Indian Reservation – Tribal Council met with Representative Jeff Hurd (CO-3) on Tuesday in the Tribal Council Chambers. The meeting was both productive and insightful, fostering a meaningful dialogue on how both the Tribe’s leadership and the newly elected Representative can work together to serve both Tribal Membership and the region. This marks Representative Hurd’s second visit with Tribal Council, and his first such meeting with a governmental entity in his capacity as a Member of Congress. Tribal Council commended his commitment to maintaining an open line of communication and his willingness to engage with the issues that matter most to the Tribe and the surrounding community. The discussions covered several key topics of shared interest and importance, including: Recent Presidential executive orders and their impact on Tribal sovereignty and governance and the wellbeing of the community, The protection of vital water rights, Concerns regarding the implementation and adequacy of federal programs serving Tribal needs, Collaborative approaches to energy development and sustainability. “We appreciate Representative Hurd’s willingness to engage in open and […]

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ICE Concern Update 01/29/2025

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The Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council provides this update to the Tribal Membership to address the concerns and anxieties arising from ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) activities across the nation. We understand and validate the fear this may generate among our youth, elders, and community, particularly given the current climate surrounding immigration and any contact with ICE agents. The Tribe’s current and ongoing engagement with ICE has been focused and responsive to these issues through our Justice & Regulatory Department being in regular communication with ICE agents regarding any activity on the Reservation. Through those conversations, we have been informed that current ICE efforts are focused on undocumented individuals who have committed serious crimes, have an existing deportation order, and pose a potential risk to our community. Our highest priority is the safety and well-being of our Tribal community. We strongly advise Tribal Members who reside on or off the Reservation to carry their forms of identification with them such as a Tribal ID and at least one (1) other form of identification, such as a driver’s license. Protecting and upholding the rights of our Tribal Members, sovereignty, and Reservation remains our utmost priority. We understand that various Tribal Nations […]

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Immigration and Custom Enforcement Concern

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The Southern Ute Indian Tribe is aware of information, posts, and articles circulating regarding the actions of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement, also known as ICE, stopping individuals who they believe may be illegal immigrants. There has been a recent federal response on illegal immigration in this country and those who are citizens may be improperly detained as part of these operations. There have been no reports of ICE presence or improper detentions in our area. What is ICE? Since 2003, ICE has been the division of the Department of Homeland Security responsible for enforcing federal laws governing border control, customs, trade, and immigration. ICE was created by combining the investigative and enforcement arms of the former US Customs Service and Immigration and Naturalization Service. Ways to empower yourself and your families: Ensure your state and Tribal identification are up to date. For Southern Ute Tribal identification, please contact Tribal Information Services at 970-563-2248. Always carry identification with you, including your Tribal ID and at least one (1) other form of identification such as a driver’s license. If you are detained, make sure you request identification to verify that the individual stopping you is actually an enforcement officer with ICE. If you […]

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Tips to Prevent Frozen Pipes

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As we welcome the season of tomotu (winter), please see our helpful tips to protect your home and prevent frozen pipes. As temperatures drop, water slowly expands and builds internal pressure that may result in bursts. Keep the heat on: Maintain a consistent indoor temperature, even when you are away. A minimum of 65°F is recommended. Insulate exposed pipes: Use pipe insulation or heat tape to protect pipes in unheated areas like basements, attics, and crawl spaces. Seal air leaks: Close off any gaps around windows, doors, and vents to prevent cold air from entering your home. Let faucets drip: During very cold weather, allow a trickle of water to flow from faucets served by exposed pipes. Open cabinet doors: Open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warmer air to circulate around the pipes. Please stay safe and warm! For more information or assistance, contact the Construction Services Division at 970-563-0260. For emergencies or after-hours calls, contact SUPD at 970-563-4401. Tribal Elders, may contact Elder Services at 970-563-2309 for additional assistance.

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For Immediate Release: Significant Funding Secured: Southern Ute Indian Tribe Awarded $16.7 Million for Colorado River Initiatives

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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 17, 2025 Significant Funding Secured: Southern Ute Indian Tribe Awarded $16.7 Million for Colorado River Initiatives Southern Ute Indian Reservation – The Southern Ute Indian Tribe expresses its deep appreciation to the Bureau of Reclamation for awarding funding to support the replacement of the heading for the Pine River Canal. Announced this morning, the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 will provide $16.7M to support the replacement of the heading for the Pine River Canal, improving fish passage and riparian habitat. The new heading will include a fish screen and a bypass that will ensure the proper amount of water is sent downstream. The project also includes the restoration of over a half mile of Beaver Creek, a tributary to the Pine River to enhance fish habitat and promote a healthier river ecosystem for vulnerable fish species. The project is a collaboration between the Tribe, the Pine River Canal Company, and the Spring Creek Extension Ditch Company. The reconstruction will also improve the efficiency and reliability of water delivery to approximately 23,000 acres of Tribal and non-Tribal agricultural land in Southwestern Colorado. […]

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