Complete your first weigh-in between today, 9/25 and Friday, 9/29. *We know you all may be busy, so you can also complete your initial weigh-in next week 10/1-10/6. To sign-up, please contact Trainers Eliyah Lucero or Jakob Box at: (970)563-2658 or, Eliyah Lucero: elucero@southernute-nsn.gov Jakob Box: jbox@southernute-nsn.gov
IT’S YOUTH BASKETBALL SEASON at SunUte!!!!! Youth basketball registration opens October 6-November 30, 2023. Practices begin December 11, 2023. Games will be held on Saturdays beginning January 6-February 10, 2024. Volunteer coaches needed. For more information contact Recreation at (970) 563-0214.
Please review the attached flyer promoting and announcing the upcoming Positive Indian Parenting virtual classes for November 2023 from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. You may call (970) 563-2337 to sign up for the class. Thank you. 😊 Kellie Yazzie, Foster Care Coordinator Division of Social Services, Southern Ute Tribe Phone: 970.563.2337; Fax: 970.563.4865
The SunUte Fitness Division is having a drawing for 2 used commercial Cybex Treadmills. Treadmills come as is, no warranty. Must be picked up by winners. One entry per tribal member. Raffle opens November 28, 2023, and closes, Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at 5 p.m. To enter, please contact Fitness Director-Abel Velasquez at (970)563-2651 or abvelas@southernute-nsn.gov
Please join the Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum in the month of November as we will be teaching classes for both adults and kids to learn the basics of playing Hand Games, both classes are open to the public. Adult Classes will be held every Tuesday of the month starting November 7th from 5:30 pm – 8 pm Kid Classes will be held Friday, November 3rd and Friday, November 17th from 1 pm – 3 pm To RSVP or for more information please contact the Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum’s Education & Outreach Coordinator, Raelynn Frauenhoff, at 970.563.2998 | rfrauenhoff@southernute-nsn.gov
The Southern Ute Multi-Purpose Facility will hold a Food Sale on November 29, 2023, from 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Multi-Purpose Facility. Please call (970) 563-2640/2641 or email multipurpose@southernute-nsn.gov for more information.
Please review the attached flyer promoting and announcing the upcoming Positive Indian Parenting virtual classes for November 2023 from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. You may call (970) 563-2337 to sign up for the class. Thank you. 😊 Kellie Yazzie, Foster Care Coordinator Division of Social Services, Southern Ute Tribe Phone: 970.563.2337; Fax: 970.563.4865
The Southern Ute Indian Tribe/State of Colorado Environmental Commission (Commission) will meet on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Justice & Regulatory Administration Building- EPD Large Conference Room located at 71 Mike Frost Way, Ignacio, Colorado 81137. The agenda will include Call to Order/Introductions, New Business, Tribal Air Quality Program Updates, Tribal Air Initiatives, CDPHE Updates, Open Discussion/Questions and Public Comment, and Schedule Next Commission Meeting. For more information on the meeting, how to attend virtually, or to obtain a copy of the meeting agenda please contact Mr. Michael Kirsch, Air Quality Scientist at (970) 563-2258 or visit the Commission website at: https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/government/departments/epd/air-quality/env-commission/. Michael J. Kirsch Air Quality Scientist II - Planner Environmental Programs Department Southern Ute Indian Tribe Phone: (970) 563-2258
The Southern Ute Multi-Purpose Facility will hold a Jerky Class on November 30, 2023, from 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Multi-Purpose Facility. Please call (970) 563-2640/2641 or email multipurpose@southernute-nsn.gov for more information.
The application is now open for the 2023 first Descendant Hunt. Please refer to the attached flyer with additional information regarding the hunt below via the links. https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/natural-resources/wildlife-resource-management/hunting/first-descendant-elk-hunt/ https://store.southernute-nsn.gov/product-category/hunting-fishing/ If you have any questions, please feel to reach the Wildlife Division at (970) 563-0130.
The Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy will be accepting new student registrations during their winter open enrollment period of December 1-12, 2023. The form can be found at www.suima.org or picked up in the SUIMA office. SUIMA serves Southern Ute Tribal Members and First-Generation Direct Descendants. If you have any questions, please call 970-563-0253.
The End of Term Celebration honoring Chairman Melvin J. Baker, Council Member Dr. Stacey Oberly, and Council Member Linda Baker for their service will be held Friday, December 01, 2023, at 2:00 PM in the Tribal Council Chambers. A reception will follow in the Hall of Warriors.
Tribal Members, Dignitaries, and Officials are invited to attend the 2023 Inauguration Ceremony for Mr. Andrew Gallegos on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 9:00 AM. The ceremony will be held in the Tribal Council Chambers on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. Additional details are forthcoming. For more information, please contact Tribal Council Affairs at 970-563-2313.
The Southern Ute Elder Services Division would like to share our December activities list. Please call Elder Services at (970) 563-2309 to inquire or to request your name be added to the activities list. December 5, 2023, is MOVIE Day in Durango, Colorado. Van will depart Elder Services at 1:00 p.m.
TO avoid utility shut off, please settle payment before 10:00 a.m. on December 6, 2023. The link for payment is: Pay My Bill – Southern Ute Utilities Division (suitutil.com) Please call Utilities at (970) 563-5500 for further assistance.
The deadline for Southern Ute voter registration is Wednesday, December 6, 2023, by 5:00 p.m. Election Board: (970) 563-2303 or 2305/2730 Off Reservation Tribal Members: 1-800-772-1236 ext. 2303 Email: election@southernute-nsn.org
The deadline to request an absentee ballot for the upcoming 2023 Southern Ute Run-Off Election will be Wednesday, December 6, 2023, by 5:00 p.m. Election Board: (970) 563-2303 or 2305/2730 Off Reservation Tribal Members: 1-800-772-1236 ext. 2303 Email: election@southernute-nsn.org
On December 7th and 14th, join SUIMA's Upper Elementary for their coffee and hot chocolate fundraiser for their End of Year Field Trip. This event will be held int he Infant/Toddler Kitchen Tuvuchu Toghooyagh! SUIMA Upper Elementary Students
The Southern Ute Health Center is closed every first Thursday of the month from 12 pm – 5pm for an all SUHC staff meeting. All calls will be routed through the triage line. Please call (970) 563-4581.
The monthly Indoor Yard Sale will take place December 9, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. There is no admission or set up fee. Doors open at 8:00 a.m. There will be make and take crafting as well from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. For more information, please call (970) 563-2640 or email multipurpose@southernute-nsn.gov.
The Southern Ute Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will be closed on December 11, 2023, in honor of the Leonard C. Burch tribal holiday. Normal business hours will resume on December 12, 2023.
Join the Cultural Preservation Department (open to all who are interested) in the Small Craftroom at the Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum to learn how to loom bead with Mr. Dale Santistevan! The workshop will be held from 12:00 pm-1:00 pm on December 12th- December 15th. Materials will be available for the first ten (10) participants who register. *Registration is required.* Lunch will be provided. Register here: https://forms.gle/Rbu84YfU6HUJp5h4A For more information, please contact Ms. Izabella Cloud, Cultural Education Coordinator at 970-563-2984.
The Southern Ute Elder Services Division would like to share our December activities list. Please call Elder Services at (970) 563-2309 to inquire or to request your name be added to the activities list. December 13, 2023, is the last day to request for the delivery of your Southern Ute Christmas Dinner meal. Please call Elder Services at (970) 563-2309
Join the Cultural Preservation Department (open to all who are interested) in the Small Craftroom at the Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum to learn how to loom bead with Mr. Dale Santistevan! The workshop will be held from 12:00 pm-1:00 pm on December 12th- December 15th. Materials will be available for the first ten (10) participants who register. *Registration is required.* Lunch will be provided. Register here: https://forms.gle/Rbu84YfU6HUJp5h4A For more information, please contact Ms. Izabella Cloud, Cultural Education Coordinator at 970-563-2984.
On December 7th and 14th, join SUIMA's Upper Elementary for their coffee and hot chocolate fundraiser for their End of Year Field Trip. This event will be held int he Infant/Toddler Kitchen Tuvuchu Toghooyagh! SUIMA Upper Elementary Students
Come enjoy a mug of coffee or hot chocolate tomorrow, Thursday, December 14, 2023. The SUIMA Upper Elementary students will be holding another coffee shop with all purchases going to their end of the year field trip. You can find the coffee shop in the infant/toddler section of the school, right next to the office. The shop will be open from 7:30am – 9:00pm. If you have any questions, please call 970-563-0253.
The deadline for emergency ballot requests for the upcoming 2023 Southern Ute Run-Off Election will be December 6, 2023, by 5:00 p.m. Election Board: (970) 563-2303 or 2305/2730 Off Reservation Tribal Members: 1-800-772-1236 ext. 2303 Email: election@southernute-nsn.org
Greetings, The Election Board has determined the dates for the upcoming 2023 Run-off Election according to the Constitution and Election Code. Run-off Election will be on Friday, December 15, 2023, 7 A.M. to 7 P.M. with voting located at the Election Office, 285 Lakin Street, Ignacio, CO. Tribal Council Chairman candidates are James M. Olguin and Melvin J. Baker. The Tribal Council candidates are Marty M. Pinnecoose and Cedric J. Chavez. For further inquiry, please call (970) 563-2303 or 2305/2730; Off Reservation Tribal Members: 1-800-772-1236 ext. 2303; Email is also an option at election@southernute-nsn.gov
The Multi-Purpose Facility will be holding quilting and sewing classes on Thursday, December 14 & 15, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Call Elise to sign-up and get supply list at (970) 563-2641 or email multipurpose@southernute-nsn.gov
Join the Cultural Preservation Department (open to all who are interested) in the Small Craftroom at the Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum to learn how to loom bead with Mr. Dale Santistevan! The workshop will be held from 12:00 pm-1:00 pm on December 12th- December 15th. Materials will be available for the first ten (10) participants who register. *Registration is required.* Lunch will be provided. Register here: https://forms.gle/Rbu84YfU6HUJp5h4A For more information, please contact Ms. Izabella Cloud, Cultural Education Coordinator at 970-563-2984.
Come join us at SunUte Community Center for Rep Wars 2.0! With opportunities for grand prizes and bragging rights, you won’t want to miss out! What: Rep Wars 2.0 Where: SunUte Community Center When: Saturday, December 16th Time: Weigh-ins: 7am-9am / Lifting @ 10am
The Southern Ute Multi-Purpose Facility will hold their annual Holiday Bazaar on December 16, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Please see the flyer for booth information and costs associated with the event. Please email Elise Redd at eredd@southernute-nsn.gov, multipurpose@southernute-nsn.gov or call (970) 563-2640/2641.
Please join the Cultural Preservation Department for the Annual Tribal Christmas Dinner and Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy Holiday Program. Sky Ute Casino Event Center 14324 HWY 172 N. Ignacio, CO 81137 Saturday, December 16, 2023 11:30am-3:00pm For questions, please contact: 970-563-2306 Toghoyaqh, Crystal Rizzo (She/her/hers) Director Cultural Preservation Department Southern Ute Indian Tribe Office: 970-563-2306 Mobile: 970-553-0087 crrizzo@southernute-nsn.gov | www.southernute-nsn.gov
Tribal Members, Dignitaries, and Community Members are invited to attend the 2023 Inauguration Ceremony for the incoming Chairman and Tribal Council Member on Monday, December 18, 2023 at 10:30 AM. The Ceremony will be held in the Bingo Hall at the Sky Ute Casino Resort. Virtual attendance will be supported by Web-Ex: Webex Event Link: https://bit.ly/2023tese Event Password: 2023se Please note the agenda may be subject to change. For more information, please contact Tribal Council Affairs at 970-563-2313. - Summer Begay, Communication Specialist.
December 18, 2023, and December 19, 2023, the SunUte and TIS Departments are sponsoring the Polar Express Train Ride for Southern Ute families. Trains departs at 6:30 p.m. each evening. Please see the flyer below.
Join Chef Bill and Carol Barbone to learn how great your pork loin roast can be made easily. It’s not too late to sign up, if you forget that’s okay! Everyone is welcome.
December 18, 2023, and December 19, 2023, the SunUte and TIS Departments are sponsoring the Polar Express Train Ride for Southern Ute families. Trains departs at 6:30 p.m. each evening. Please see the flyer below.
SUIMA’s Upper Elementary students will be holding a bake sale from 9:00am – 10:15am on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 in the Hall of Warriors. They are raising money for their end of the year field trip. If you have any questions, please call 970-563-0253. Thank you for supporting the students.
Join the Southern Ute Multi-Purpose Facility on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., for a tamale making workshop. Please call (970) 563-2640 to sign up. Space is limited.
Join the SU MPF and SU Tribal Elder, Lucy Olguin, for a yeast bread making class on Thursday, December 21, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Space is limited. Call (970) 563-2640 to sign-up.
The SUIMA elementary students will be caroling around the tribal campus on Thursday, December 21 from 1:20 – 3:30. If you have any questions, please call the school at 970-563-0253.
All Southern Ute Indian Tribal Members are welcome to attend the upcoming Tribal Member Experience Portal Training and Laptop Sign-Up Events on December 22, 2023, during the Sip, Chat, and Chew Event sponsored by the Southern Ute Tribal Council. SUDEP staff will be answering all technical questions, helping tribal members sign into their tribal member experience accounts, password resets and helping sign up those individuals who have not received their free Dell laptop from SUDEP (www.southernute-nsn.gov/SUDEP). Tribal Information Services (TIS) will be on-site to answer questions related to Vital Statistics on the following: - Fulfill tribal ID requests. - Provide tax-exempt forms, descendancy letters, etc. - Provide updates to Tribal Member census records upon request. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the SUSS/SUDEP support Team at 970-563-5555 for questions or technical support. Email contact: sudepservice@southernute.com For questions related to Vital Statistics, please call Mr. Terence Whyte at (970) 563-2248 or at twhyte@southernute-nsn.gov
In observance of Christmas, the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will be closed on Monday, December 25, 2023. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, December 26, 2023. Happy Holidays - Summer Begay, Communication Specialist
Please see the attached flyer for Boys & Girls Club Closure and All Day Club dates in December 2023 and January 2024. Happy Holidays!! Bruce LeClaire Chief Executive Officer Boys & Girls Club of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe 290 Mouache Circle / Ignacio, CO 81137 Office (970) 563-2694 www.bgcsu.org www.facebook.com/BGCSUIT
Cradleboard Workshop Southern Ute Tribal Members are invited to join the Cultural Preservation Department for a Cradleboard Workshop with Ms. Jennifer GoodTracks! The workshop will be held every Thursday in January from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the Small Craftroom at the Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum. Materials will be available for the first ten (10) participants who register. *Registration is required.* Dinner will be provided. Deadline to sign-up is December 29, 2023. Register here: https://forms.gle/ibM3LdfFZ986cbFWA For more information, please contact Ms. Izabella Cloud, Cultural Education Coordinator at 970-563-2984.
Come start your New Year's Eve in a good way. Join us with a Potluck dinner followed by singing and blessings into the New Year! The event information is as follows: Multi-Purpose Facility December 21, 2023, 6:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. 256 Ute Road, Ignacio, CO 81137 Contact: Alex Cloud at (970) 442-1013
The Southern Ute Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will be closed on January 1, 2024, in honor of the New Year's Day holiday. Normal business hours will resume on January 2, 2024.
DU Law School is hosting another tribal wills clinic in Farmington at the Nenahnezad Chapter House -Fruitland NM, and the Shiprock Chapter House- Shiprock NM, on January 2-5, 2024. They would like to let tribal members know there is another will opportunity. Anyone interested in an appointment will need to make an appointment with Mr. John Roach at (505) 505-716-6788. There are already a lot of people that have signed up, so it’s best to sign up sooner than later.
SunUte Community Center's Deadline for 24/7 memberships will be January2, 2024. Stop by the front desk to renew your membership or call (970) 563-0214 for more information.
Please see the attached flyer for Boys & Girls Club Closure and All Day Club dates in December 2023 and January 2024. Happy Holidays!! Bruce LeClaire Chief Executive Officer Boys & Girls Club of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe 290 Mouache Circle / Ignacio, CO 81137 Office (970) 563-2694 www.bgcsu.org www.facebook.com/BGCSUIT
On Tuesday, January 2nd, all Ignacio Community Members can watch the Fort Lewis vs Navajo Tech game for FREE! Come see a SunUte staff member for a free piece of pizza 🍕 All Native Americans can attend most FLC games for free (please bring AI/AN Tribal ID) MORE INFORMATION : CALL FRONT DESK @(970) 563-2661 KELSEY F. X2660; ELIJAH W. X2655; BIRD R. X2664; DARNELL M. X2667
TO avoid utility shut off, please settle payment before 10:00 a.m. on January 3, 2024. The link for payment is: Pay My Bill – Southern Ute Utilities Division (suitutil.com) Please call Utilities at (970) 563-5500 for further assistance.
The Wildlife Resource Management Division will be collecting sealed bids from Tribal Members only for (5) Live Bison. They will all be females (3-9 yrs. old) 100% grass fed and are up to date on vaccines. Bids are set at a $500 minimum and must be submitted by January 31st, 2024, by 5:00pm. All buyers will be required to sign a Sales Agreement and agree to the Terms and Conditions of the sale. For more information, please call the Wildlife Division at (970) 563-0130.
Wishes for a happy new year and a prosperous 2024 to you and your family. The Division of Social Services is offering Positive Indian Parenting class in January 2024 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 3pm. This class is free and open to all. It does require an email address, a smart device and a solid internet connection for the three-hour class. We invite you to participate. 😊 Kellie Yazzie Foster Care Coordinator Division of Social Services Southern Ute Tribe Phone: 970.563.2337 Fax: 970.563.4865
Cradleboard Workshop Southern Ute Tribal Members are invited to join the Cultural Preservation Department for a Cradleboard Workshop with Ms. Jennifer GoodTracks! The workshop will be held every Thursday in January from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the Small Craftroom at the Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum. Materials will be available for the first ten (10) participants who register. *Registration is required.* Dinner will be provided. Register here: https://forms.gle/ibM3LdfFZ986cbFWA For more information, please contact Ms. Izabella Cloud, Cultural Education Coordinator at 970-563-2984.
SunUte and the Cultural Preservation Department invite Southern Ute youth to attend the All In Ice Fest’s Ice Climbing Essentials in Ouray, Colorado on January 5-6, 2024. Lodging, meals, and transportation will be provided. Limited to 8 participants. To sign up, contact SunUte Recreation at 970-563-0214.
Come join us on January 6-7th for our second annual New Years Bucket Bash! We will be hosting both men’s and women’s basketball tournaments! Come into SunUte to sign up! 🏀 For more information contact Bird Red 970 563 2664 Kelsey Frost 970 563 2660 Darnell Muniz 970 563 2667 Elijah Weaver 970 563 2655
The yard sale is a great place to sell your used and new objects you no longer need. Crafters & bakers are always welcome and it is open to everyone, no charge to set-up.