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For Immediate Release: Southern Ute Indian Tribe Outlines Priorities with State Committee 07302024

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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: July 30, 2024 Southern Ute Indian Tribe Outlines Priorities with State Committee Southern Ute Indian Reservation – Chairman Melvin J. Baker and Tribal Council extended a warm welcome to the Colorado American Indian Affairs Interim Study Committee and staff as they visited the Reservation this morning. The committee held an off-site meeting at the Growth Fund building, followed by informative tours of the Tribal Court, Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy, SunUte Community Center, and the Pine River Indian Irrigation Project. Tribal Council expressed appreciation for the Committee’s dedication to addressing critical issues impacting the two Ute Tribes. Tribal Council highlighted the importance of legislative support in several key areas, including: Reservation-wide exclusions: Each legislative session, the Tribe must work with legislators on exclusions from proposed bills that apply to the entire State. Federal trust responsibility Recognition of Tribal court orders and warrants Amendments to the state Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA): Strengthening protections for Native American children and families by requiring timely notification to Tribes when Tribal Member youth are in the state system. “The Colorado American Indian Affairs Interim Study […]

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For Immediate Release: Southern Ute Economic Development Launches New Event & Business Workshop Series to Support Local Entrepreneurs 07232024

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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: JULY 23, 2024 Southern Ute Economic Development Launches New Event & Business Workshop Series to Support Local Entrepreneurs Southern Ute Indian Reservation – The Southern Ute Indian Tribe is pleased to announce the launch of the new Píinu Núuchi Farmers Market & Outdoor Biz Lab, starting July 26, 2024, at the parking lot in front of KSUT Radio Station. The Farmers Market will be every Friday from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm through October 11, 2024.  Vendors are required to be present during the market core hours of 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. The 12-week event and business workshop series, led by the Tribe’s Economic Development Department will serve as a small business incubator, providing local agriculture producers, artisans, and other entrepreneurs with an accessible marketplace and support through various workshops hosted during the market. There will be weekly door prizes, live entertainment, plus a grand prize drawing at the season finale on October 11, 2024. “This initiative is a testament to our commitment to fostering a thriving local economy. By providing a platform for entrepreneurs and businesses to connect, grow, and succeed, we […]

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Southern Ute Construction & Project Management Announces Ouray Cemetery Site Infrastructure Improvement Project Notification

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Please see the attached Project Notification for the Ouray Cemetery Site Infrastructure Improvement Project. Should you have any questions regarding this project or ongoing work, please free to call our office at (970)-563-4710. Additional information regarding this project is also listed on our website at: https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/…/ouray-cemetery…/

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The Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council Seeks Comments on Proposed Amendments to the Range Code.

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The Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council is seeking comments from Southern Ute Tribal members on proposed amendments to the Range Code. A copy of the amended Range Code can be found on the Tribe’s main website: https://www.sudrum.com/…/Title-12-Range-Code-Revised… Please use the contact numbers at the end of this notice to obtain a hard copy of the proposed Range Code amendments or to submit comments. The Range Code amendments were developed by the Range Division and reviewed by the Natural Resources, Justice & Regulatory, and Legal Departments. The Range Code is Title 12 in the Southern Ute Indian Tribe Law and Order Code. The Range Division and Legal Department will host a Public Meeting for Southern Ute Tribal members only: Date: July 31, 2024 Sun Ute Community Center 4:00-6:00pm    

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BIA Fire Management: Six Shooter Fire Contained 07122024

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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: BIA Fire Management – 970.563.4571 Summer Begay, PIO – 970.553.0052 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 12, 2024 Six Shooter Fire Contained   Southern Ute Indian Reservation – The Six Shooter Fire is 100% contained. The BIA Southern Ute Agency Branch of Fire Management is working to demobilize resources. Thank you to the fire crews and personnel from the San Juan Hotshots, Los Pinos Fire Protection District, Durango Fire Protection District, and the Ute Mountain Ute helicopter team. Smoke may 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 or https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/justice-and-regulatory/epd/air-quality/ambient-monitoring/. To report fires contact: DURANGO ZONE DISPATCH (970) 385-1324 ### – Summer Begay, Communication Specialist

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Sky Ute Fairgrounds & RV Park to host Summer Events

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The Sky Ute Fairgrounds & RV Park is hosting a variety of events this Summer. Bask in the sun, savor the moment, and make cherished memories with loved ones. There is something for everyone! See the flyer for all our scheduled Summer events. For questions related to any of the Summer activities and scheduled events, please reach out to Jay Dee Brunson, Sky Ute Fairgrounds & RV Park Manager at (970)-563-5541.

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Southern Ute Indian Tribe Takes Legal Action to Receive Fair Treatment by State

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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: July 9, 2024   Southern Ute Indian Tribe Takes Legal Action to Receive Fair Treatment by State   After Four Years of Being Stonewalled, Tribal Lawsuit Works to Ensure State Honors its Compact and Offer Equal Access to Economic Opportunities Southern Ute Indian Reservation –– At the American Indian Affairs Interim Study Committee’s inaugural meeting, Chairman Melvin J. Baker of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe announced that the Tribe has filed a lawsuit against the State of Colorado to ensure fair access to economic opportunities voted into law by Colorado voters in 2019. The Southern Ute Indian and Ute Mountain Ute Tribes have been unfairly blocked by the Colorado Department of Revenue from engaging in online sports betting, despite longstanding State-Tribal Compacts explicitly allowing them to do so. After years of attempts to negotiate a fair agreement, the Tribe is asking the federal court for a preliminary injunction so they may compete in an economic market that, effectively, only non-Indian private entities have had primary access to in Colorado since 2020. “Faced with this ongoing injustice, the Southern Ute Indian Tribe […]

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For Immediate Release: Tribal Council Welcomes New Education Director: Dr. Joseph Claunch 07012024

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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: July 01, 2024 Tribal Council Welcomes New Education Director: Dr. Joseph Claunch Southern Ute Indian Reservation – Chairman Melvin J. Baker, Tribal Council, and Executive Officer Lindsay J. Box are delighted to welcome Dr. Joseph Claunch as the new Director of the Department of Education, effective today, July 1, 2024. “Dr. Claunch’s dedication to fostering academic success and cultural identity within Native American communities is truly inspiring,” said Chairman Baker.  “His extensive experience in education leadership, combined with his passion for serving Indigenous youth, makes him an ideal fit to lead our Department of Education. We look forward to his contributions as we continue to provide our students with a culturally rich and positive educational experience.” A member of the Puyallup Tribe of Tacoma, Washington, Dr. Claunch has dedicated nearly 20 years to educating and empowering Native American youth. Throughout his career, he has served as a classroom teacher, athletic coach, youth program leader, and most recently, the Executive Director of the Zuni Youth Enrichment Project for the Pueblo of Zuni in New Mexico. Dr. Claunch holds a Bachelor’s degree in American Indian Studies […]

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