Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans PSA: Bear Dance Fire Burn Area Trail Closure and Temporary Ute Road Closure April 1, 2024 by sbegay FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – (970) 563.0100 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist – (970) 563.2313 FOR RELEASE: April 01, 2024 Bear Dance Fire Burn Area Trail Closure and Temporary Ute Road Closure Southern Ute Indian Reservation: On June 3, 2022, the Bear Dance Fire ignited on tribal trust land and burned eighty-nineacres north of the Bear Dance grounds and along the Los Pinos River. In the aftermath, the Environmental Programs Division (EPD) had observed hazardous materials mixed in with the burn area debris on the ground surface in areas paralleling Ute Road. The fire exposed these areas and the presence of hazardous materials, which created a concern for public health. Out of an abundance of caution, Tribal Council closed the Bear Dance Fire burn area. EPD and various environmental professionals have assessed air, soil, water, and vegetation samplings and determined that there is currently minimal risk to human health and the environment. With a commitment to environmental stewardship, Tribal Council has directed EPD to remove these surface materials and remediate the area. Remediation will commence on April 1, 2024, and the project will consist of debris pile removal and the capping of any remaining material in place. While the […] Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans For Immediate Release: Southern Ute Indian Tribe welcomes new Sky Ute Casino Resort General Manager March 27, 2024 by sbegay FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 27, 2024 Southern Ute Indian Tribe welcomes new Sky Ute Casino Resort General Manager Southern Ute Indian Reservation – The Southern Ute Indian Tribe warmly welcomes Mr. Thomas Frank as the new General Manager of the Sky Ute Casino Resort. Mr. Frank will be starting on April 3, 2024, following an impressive career of more than thirty years of experience in business development and casino operations spanning four states and three countries: Brazil, Peru, and Ecuador. Throughout his career, Mr. Frank has played a key role in the development and implementation of over ten gaming start-up projects. This impressive track record includes work with the Blue Lake Rancheria Tribe of California, Tolowa Dee-Ni’ Nation, and at the Dakota Sioux Casino. As General Manager, Frank will oversee the daily operations of the Sky Ute Casino Resort and all its amenities, including gaming and entertainment, hotel, restaurants, conference center, and bowling. “We believe his extensive experience and proven leadership will be instrumental in driving positive change and will continue Sky Ute Casino Resort’s legacy as the premier entertainment destination in Southwestern Colorado,” […] Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Save the Date: QueerMunity Pride Conference March 22, 2024 by sbegay Save the Date: The Ignacio Out and Equal Alliance (IOEA) is hosting the first QueerMunity Pride Conference on June 29th, 2024 in Ignacio, CO. IOEA is accepting workshop proposals until April 25th, 2024. Please scan the QR code or visit the link. Additional details are forthcoming! For more information, please contact IOEA at ignaciooutandequal@gmail.com. -Summer Begay, Communication Specialist. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Health Press Releases Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans For Immediate Release: Tribal Council Advocates for Tribal Interests at the State Capitol March 20, 2024 / March 20, 2024 by sbegay FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 20, 2024 Tribal Council Advocates for Tribal Interests at the State Capitol Ute Day at the Capitol was officially designated by Governor Jared Polis in 2019 to publicly celebrate and honor the contributions and sovereignty of the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe, the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, and the Ute Indian Tribe. In addition, this designation encourages Coloradans to actively seek knowledge about the history and heritage of the Ute people in Colorado’s past, present, and future. That history has long been one of broken promises and the infringement of Tribal lands and sovereignty. Agreements with the Ute bands have been dishonored for the economic gains of others. This disrespect is not a relic of a distant past but far too often continues today. To address ongoing violations and historical injustice, Tribal Council traveled to Denver last week to meet with state legislators and the Governor to emphasize the importance of the State to uphold its commitment to Tribal agreements, particularly those concerning Tribal land. On Friday, March 15, 2024, Chairman Baker gave a powerful address to the General Assembly. He […] Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Southern Ute Permanent Fund Gears Up for the 2024 Spring Clean-Up March 6, 2024 / March 6, 2024 by abarry 2024 Annual Spring Clean-Up April 15-19, 2024 By Appointment Only No pickups over the weekend or the week after. Save the Date! Fall Clean-up Oct 7-11, 2024! Tribal Members, Tribal Departments, and any tenant of the Southern Ute Indian Housing Authority are eligible for Spring Clean-Up services. Tribal Departments will not pick up for non-tribal tenants living in Tribal Member owned rental homes. All pick-ups must be within the boundaries of the Southern Ute Indian Reservation only. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Elections Tribal Members Uncategorized Southern Ute Election Board: Vacancy February 28, 2024 / February 28, 2024 by sbegay The Southern Ute Election Board is seeking two Regular Board Members and two Alternate Board Members 🗳️ The Election Board is a paid committee that follows IRS guidelines, and eligibility for Southern Ute Employee benefits are based on hours. A criminal background check is required and as an appointed official of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, you are subject to the Code of Ethics. Qualifications; 11-2-102, (1) & (3): Must be a Southern Ute Tribal Registered Voter Must reside within the exterior boundaries of the Southern Ute Indian Reservation Shall not have been convicted of a felony Shall not have been convicted of a misdemeanor involving dishonesty or fraud within five years immediately preceding the appointment To apply, please submit a Letter of Intent to Human Resources, PO Box 737 Ignacio, CO 81137. Please see the graphic for a full list of requested information to be included in the letter: Full Name Contact Information (i.e. address, phone number, email address) Date It is suggested and helpful to include one or more of the following details: Description of why you are a good fit for the position Explanation of your motivation to join the Committee List relevant experience Outline ideas of […] Read more »
Uncategorized Request For Proposals Hazard Mitigation Plan Update For The Southern Ute Indian Tribe Risk And Emergency Managment Division February 9, 2024 / February 9, 2024 by tehlers Click here for RFP pdf version with full details REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE FOR THE SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN TRIBE RISK AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIVISION Requested By: The Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s Risk and Emergency Management Division ************* ALL INTERESTED PARTIES: *********** Proposals due no later than March 15, 2024 Read more »
Uncategorized SunUte and Fort Lewis College collaborate to offer free access to all FLC Sports Games for the Ignacio Community youth February 6, 2024 by abarry SunUte supports our youth…. our youth supports Fort Lewis! Free access has been granted to attend ALL FLC games for our youth in the Ignacio community! Just show your school ID or your SunUte membership card. Read more »
Administration Community Culture Health Tribal Members Uncategorized Veterans Southern Ute Agency plans the Annual Sundance Pile Rx Burn tomorrow, January 17, 2024 January 16, 2024 by abarry Making notification that the Southern Ute Agency will be conducting the annual Sundance Pile Rx burn tomorrow, Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Attached is the News Release regarding the project. Corey Francis will be the qualified Burn Boss Type 3 (RXB3). For further information, Mr. Francis can be reached directly at (505) 330-4015. Thanks, Corey Francis Read more »
Uncategorized Southern Ute Water Resources Division (WRD) prepares a Drought Update for the Drought Task Force January 4, 2024 by abarry The Southern Ute Water Resources Division (WRD) prepared a Drought Update for the Drought Task Force. The WRD would also like to send the update to keep everyone informed about snowpack and drought conditions in our area. The update is attached. Thanks, George Gavrielides Water Resources Specialist Southern Ute Indian Tribe DNR – Water Resources Division 970-563-2932 Read more »
