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2025 Inauguration Ceremony – Tribal Council (2)

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Save the Date for the 2025 Inauguration Ceremony celebrating the swearing-in of two incoming Tribal Council Members on Monday, December 22, 2025, at 10:00 AM. This occasion marks an important moment in our Tribe’s governance and future. The event will be held in Tribal Council Chambers at 356 Ouray Drive, Ignacio, CO 81137. The agenda and additional details are forthcoming. Attendance is welcomed in person or virtually via WebEx, and registration is not required. To join virtually, please scan the QR code or use the following link: https://bit.ly/2025sutcWebinar Password: tc2025 For more information, please contact Tribal Council Affairs at 970-563-2313.

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Honoring Native Heritage: Southern Ute Collaboration with Denver Nuggets

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The Southern Ute Indian Tribe was honored to collaborate with the Denver Nuggets for the Native American Heritage Game during Native American Heritage Month . This special halftime show on November 22, 2025 celebrated and honored the Nuuchiu and Native presence in Colorado. The program featured Heritage dancers, the Ignacio High School Boys Basketball team, Yellowjacket Singers, Tribal royalty, and representatives from Tribal Council and the Sunshine Cloud Smith Youth Advisory Council. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Denver Nuggets for providing a recording of the land acknowledgment and halftime performance, now available for viewing.

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SU Tribal Office Closure 11/26/2025

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In observance of Thanksgiving, the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will close early today at 1:00 PM and remain closed through Friday, November 28, 2025. Normal business hours will resume on Monday, December 1, 2025. Wishing you and your loved ones a Happy Thanksgiving and safe travels 🦃🥧

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2025 End of Council Term Celebration

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Please join us in honoring Vice Chairman Marvin Pinnecoose and Council Member Marjorie Barry to celebrate their service to the Southern Ute Indian Tribe. The celebration will take place on Monday, December 1, 2025, at 10:30 AM in the Hall of Warriors in the Leonard C. Burch Building at 356 Ouray Dr., Ignacio, CO 81137. Light refreshments will be provided. For additional information, please contact Tribal Council Affairs at 970-563-2313.

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For Immediate Release: Southern Ute Indian Tribe Welcomes Noon as Chief of Police

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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: November 12, 2025  Southern Ute Indian Reservation – The Department of Justice and Regulatory is proud to announce the appointment of Daryl T. Noon as Chief of Police for the Southern Ute Police Department. Chief Noon brings more than 30 years of law enforcement experience and a proven record of leadership to his new role. As a member of the Navajo Nation, his clans are Honágháahnii, born for Bilagáana. Throughout his distinguished career, Chief Noon has demonstrated expertise in managing complex operations, developing personnel, and implementing strategic initiatives. He previously served as Police Commander with the Navajo Nation Police Department (NNPD), where he spent 7 years in executive leadership. Most recently, he held the position of Chief of Police for NNPD, overseeing a force of more than 300 employees and ensuring public safety across a vast and diverse jurisdiction. Chief Noon expressed, “I am thrilled and honored to serve the people of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe.  In my 31 years of law enforcement experience, I have found my time in serving Native American people to be the most rewarding.  I am looking forward to bringing […]

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Veterans Day Celebration

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We invite our Veterans to enjoy coffee and breakfast as a token of our appreciation for your service, duty, and honor. Please join Tribal Council in recognition of Veterans Day on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM in the Hall of Warriors in the Leonard C. Burch Building at 365 Ouray Dr., Ignacio, CO 81137. For more information, please contact Tribal Council Affairs at 970-563-2313

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SU Tribal Office Closure 11/10-11/2025

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In observance of Veterans Day, we honor and extend our deepest gratitude to all who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Your courage, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting our freedoms are deeply appreciated—not just today, but every day 🇺🇸. In observance of Veterans Day, the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will be closed from Monday, November 10, 2025 to Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Normal business hours will resume on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.

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For Immediate Release: Statement on decision in Southern Ute Indian Tribe and Ute Mountain Ute Tribe v. Polis

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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: October 24, 2025 Statement on decision in Southern Ute Indian Tribe and Ute Mountain Ute Tribe v. Polis Southern Ute Indian Reservation – Yesterday, an opinion was issued in the lawsuit filed by the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe against Governor Jared Polis and the Colorado Division of Gaming regarding the ability of the Tribes to engage in sports betting in Colorado, in accordance with the Tribes’ respective Gaming Compacts with the State. The Hon. Gordon Gallagher dismissed that lawsuit, issuing an opinion holding that the State is immune from suit under the Eleventh Amendment. The Southern Ute Indian Tribe is providing the following statement regarding the decision:  “The Tribe respects Judge Gallagher and appreciates the time he has given this issue. We believe a different result is mandated by federal law and will be evaluating how to move forward in the coming weeks.” The Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s Gaming Compact with the State is unmistakably clear – the Tribe can engage in all Class III Games “that are explicitly authorized by the laws of the State.” Colorado explicitly […]

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