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Southern Ute Utilities' July updates and announcements now live! Please read the holiday schedule and office hours. If you have any questions, please call the Utilities Office at (970) 563-5500
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Christine Sage, Chairman – 970.563.0100 Tribal Information Services – 970.563.4702 FOR RELEASE: October 25, 2026 PROCLAMATION OF STATE OF LOCAL DISASTER DUE TO SEVERE MONSOON STORMS, FLASH FLOODING, AND ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE DAMAGE ACROSS THE SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN RESERVATION Under the authority vested in me in Resolution Number 2004-225 and the Tribe’s Emergency Operations Plan, I, Christine Sage, the Chairman of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, hereby proclaim a state of local disaster on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation as follows: Background and Need On October 20, 2026, the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Decision Support Packet indicating moderate to heavy rainfall, possible flooding, and high confidence for periods of widespread rainfall for La Plata and Archuleta counties where the Southern Ute Indian Reservation is located. On October 22, 2026, the NWS issued a Decision Support Packet indicating heavy rainfall of 2 to 4 inches for the southwest San Juans, and that flooding from heavy rainfall would result, including high confidence in periods of widespread rainfall and localized flooding. On October 23, 2026, the NWS issued a Decision Support Packet indicating that heavy rainfall in the region was resulting in flooding of small creeks, arroyos, rivers […]
Southern Ute Utilities' July updates and announcements now live! Please read the holiday schedule and office hours. If you have any questions, please call the Utilities Office at (970) 563-5500
Southern Ute Indian Tribe 2026 Special Election One (1) Tribal Chairman Seat Resigned: Melvin J. Baker The Election Board has determined these are the dates for the upcoming 2026 Special Election according to the Constitution, Election Code, and Resolution No. 2026-095. Special Election- Friday, July 10, 2026, from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Voter Registration Deadline- Wednesday, July 01, 2026, by 5:00 PM Absentee Ballot Request Deadline- Wednesday, July 01, 2026, by 5:00 PM Emergency Ballot Request Deadline- Thursday, July 09, 2026, by 5:00 PM The 2026 Special Election will be held at 285 Lakin St. Ignacio, CO Contact the Election Board at (970) 563-0100 ext. 2303/2305/2729/2730 Off-Reservation Tribal Members call 1-800-772-1236 ext. 2303 or email election@southernute-nsn.gov. Screenshot
The Southern Ute Education Department is putting together its Annual Film Making Workshop for Southern Ute and First Descendant High School Students. This will be a two-week camp with limited spots. For more information or to register contact ShaRay Rock at 970-563-2794 of Dustin Weaver at 970-563-2786 or stop by the Education Department.
The Southern Ute Digital Equity Program (SUDEP) is excited to offer Adobe Photoshop training on July 14, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM! 📸🎨 Learn how to edit photos and videos and build your creative skills. Registration priority will be given to Southern Ute Tribal Members. Sign up today online: https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/sudep/ For more information, please contact SUDEP at 970-563-5555.
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D&E Business Solutions in partnership with Southern Ute Economic Development presents "Starting Smart: Business Foundations for Tribal Entrepreneurs". This workshop series focuses on building a business the right way - from setup and structure to money management, taxes, marketing, and long-term growth. The workshops are open to Southern Ute Tribal Members and their families. Upcoming Dates: Money, Taxes, and Business Systems | July 21st Growing Your Business | August 25th Both workshops are from 11am to 1pm with lunch provided at Sky Ute Casino Resort. For more information, please contact Allison Wall at 970-563-2281. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/financial-literacy-workshop-series-with-de-business-solutions-tickets-1990407089184