As a reminder, Scenario training has been established at three fixed locations on tribal campus October 10-13, 2023, during the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.  The attached schedule has been updated and outlined when tribal campus buildings are to report to their specific scenario training location at the scheduled time.  Risk Management will work with staff and supervisors to allow some flexibility if their scheduled training time interferes with any office coverage or any priority tasks requiring immediate attention. For tribal campus locations that provide direct customer service, tribal business shall be maintained during normal business hours by sending as many staff as possible to the assigned session and leaving delegated staff to maintain operations.  Staff who are delegated office coverage shall attend another session at any of the three locations as their schedule allows. If you have questions or need clarification related to the Run, Hide, Fight Scenario training, please feel free to call Don Brockus at Extension 2449 or direct dial at (970) 563-2449.

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month.  Last year, Chairman Baker and Tribal Council proclaimed October 12, 2022 as Disability Employment Awareness Day and every 2nd week of October thereafter as Disability Employment Awareness Week here on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. To commemorate the very first Southern Ute Disability Employment Awareness Week, the Southern Ute Vocational Rehabilitation Program staff cordially invites employees and members of the community to join us for a day of training and discussion surrounding Disability and how we all belong in this conversation. Topics presented will include: Disability Etiquette, the Importance of Psychological Safety in the Workplace, a brief history of Vocational Rehabilitation, and Trauma-Informed Care. To attend, employees must have supervisor approval, ensure department coverage, and sign in upon arrival. Tuesday, October 10th, Sky Ute Event Center, 8:30am– 4:30pm. (Refreshments, lunch, and an afternoon snack will be provided) Please contact Misha Weaver, Vocational Rehabilitation Coordinator, at (970) 563-4730 for additional information.

The Elder Craft Day theme for this class is "Fall Decor Crafts".  The class will be on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.  Join the SU MPF for crafting, treats, socializing, and fun.  Please call (970) 563-2640 or email:  multipurpose@southernute-nsn.gov for more information or to sign-up, space is limited.

Van will depart Elders Services @ 10:00 a.m.

KSUT Tribal Radio and Native Public Media invite you to a public screening of the PBS series Native America, Season 2: "Spirit Warrior" followed by a Q&A session with NATIVE AMERICA series Producer, Pam Belgarde Tuesday, October 10th Doors open at 5:30pm, Screening starts at 6pm, food & refreshments provided At the Student Union Ballroom, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive, Durango, Colorado (the ballroom is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Union Building on the FLC campus) Please feel free to share with family and friends Q & A with Native America Series Producer, Pam Belgarde to follow screening Pam Belgarde (Turtle Mountain Band Anishinaabe) – Producer The opportunity to tell Indigenous stories to inspire and inform directs Pam’s work. She produced radio and television projects including “Native America Calling”, “Growing Native”, “Gifts of the Seven Grandfathers” and “Rez-Robics for Couch Potato Skins”. Pam’s career was set in motion early working for her tribe’s community radio station, KEYA-FM and later earned a degree in Speech Communications from the University of North Dakota.

If you live in the 81137 area code and are looking to get your dog spayed or neutered, the LaPlata County Humane Society is coming to Ignacio! In order to confirm an appointment, you must fill out a form and put down your interest in the 81137 clinic. Once your form is received, our team will call for payment to reserve your appointment. Prices are as follows: Canine Neuter – $120 Spay – $150 You must have an appointment to take part in the clinic, no exceptions. To fill out the form visit: https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/dx6ctPdnW6ee If you have any questions or concerns, please call the LaPlata County Human Society office at 970-259-2847.

In collaboration with the DEA, the Southern Ute Department of Education’s Montessori Academy, SUIMA, will kick off the annual Red Ribbon Campaign on October 11, 2023, with the arrival of the Colorado National Guard’s Army helicopter from Gypsum, CO, based out of the Buckley Space Force Base. During October, the DEA will be hosting and participating in Red Ribbon events throughout the country. Please see the press release for additional information or visit the Red Ribbon Campaign website at : https://www.dea.gov/redribbon

The SUIT Environmental Programs Department is accepting applications for the 2024 Cost-share Program (CSP). The purpose of the CSP is to work cooperatively with landowners to implement Best Management Practices (BMPs) on lands within the Reservation. BMPs are designed to improve our rivers, keep our water clean, and protect wildlife habitat. Water quality, fish/wildlife habitat, and recreation opportunities deteriorate when sediment and nutrients flow into our creeks and rivers. The CSP pays 95% of the cost of selected BMPS and the participant provides 5% cost assistance via monetary or “in-kind” labor/materials. Applications are due November 12, 2023. APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT: HTTPS://WWW.SOUTHERNUTE-NSN.GOV/WP-CONTENT/UPLOADS/SITES/15/2023/09/2024-CSP-APPLICATION.PDF Contact project coordinator Dylan Ruckel at (970) 563-2295 or Druckel@southernute-nsn.gov for more information.

Join the Shining Mountain Health and Wellness Division for the next Breastfeeding and Parenting Class on Thursday, October 12, 2023, at 12 pm to 1 pm, at the Mouache-Capote building. Our breastfeeding classes are ALWAYS FREE! Ann Oliver from SafeCare of Colorado will be presenting on how to keep your house safe while children and family are within the household. See flyer for details. Healthy lunch provided and all are welcome. For more information, please call (970) 563-2163. Thank you, Shaw Marie Tso Shining Mountain Health and Wellness Division

On Friday, October 13, 2023, the SU MPF will hold their Haunted House Food Fundraiser from 11:30-2:00 p.m. at the SU MPF Facility.  Proceeds support MPF Haunted House 2023.  Eat in or Carry Out by calling (970) 563-2645.  Call (970) 563-2640 for more information.