Southern Ute Economic Development Announces 12th Annual SW Colorado Small Business Conference April 23, 2024 by abarry Attention Entrepreneurs! Are you ready to maximize your potential & ignite your business success? Join Colorado SBDC & Fort Lewis College Center for Innovation for the 12th Annual Southwest Colorado Small Business Conference. This day-long event, hosted by Southwest Colorado Small Business Development Center (SBDC) & FLC Center for Innovation, attracts hundreds of professional business owners who represent every sector of the diverse business communities across the region. These diverse... Read more »
The Southern Ute Lands Division seeks LAT members April 23, 2024 by abarry The Department of Natural Resources – Lands Division (Division) seeks voluntary participation in the proposed Land Acquisition Team (LAT). Consideration for this participation is of utmost importance, and we hope that you will consider joining us in this effort. Your willingness and steadfastness to assist the Division in supplying recommendations and guidance on current and future land acquisitions will be highly appreciated by the Southern Ute Tribal Council, tribal staff,... Read more »
The Southern Ute Lands Division advertises (2) 45-day Posting for Assignments April 23, 2024 / April 23, 2024 by abarry The Southern Ute Lands Division is currently advertising two, 45-day notice of availability of tribal land for assignment. If you are a tribal member and want to confirm your interest in an assignment, you can submit a card along with an application and a 5-year farm plan. If you have any comments or objections about the assignment, you can submit them as well. You can either mail, email, or deliver... Read more »
Southern Ute Growth Fund Announces Silent Auction & Free Distribution of USED HDPE Black Pipe April 23, 2024 by abarry The Southern Ute Growth Fund is currently taking bids for a 2004 Water Truck. Please see the advertisement below for additional information. Email your bid to Dawn Fahrion, Assistant SUGF Controller at dfahrion@sugf.com. They are also distributing FREE Used HDPE Black Pipe. Please see the attachment on the pipe for additional information or contact SU Utilities at (970) 563-5500. Read more »
Southern Ute tribal member Tanisha Figueroa named the 2024 SUIT Fair and Rodeo Logo Contest Winner April 23, 2024 / April 23, 2024 by abarry The Southern Ute Cultural Preservation Department is excited to announce Passing Down Traditions by Tanisha Figueroa as the winner of the 102nd Annual Southern Ute Tribal Fair and Rodeo logo contest. Thank you to all those who voted at General Meeting, and congratulations to Ms. Figueroa. For questions, please contact Sherisa Valdez at 970-563-2971. Read more »
SUIT and the State of CO to hold Environmental Commission Meeting April 23, 2024 by abarry The Southern Ute Indian Tribe/State of Colorado Environmental Commission (Commission) will meet on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 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... Read more »
Bonfire Field Services Vacancy: Apprentice Technician April 23, 2024 / April 23, 2024 by abarry Bonfire Field Services is hiring a Field Services Apprentice technician. The employee will receive a variety of training from multiple disciplines within Bonfire. The Field Services Apprentice will learn from and take directions from technicians, engineers, and other key disciplines throughout the process. This is a 2-year apprenticeship with eligible quarterly pay increases. Native American Preference will be applied. How to apply: Email a resume and cover letter to tonia.martinez@bonfireig.com... Read more »
For Immediate Release: Preserving Tribal Sovereignty: Vice Chairman Cloud Testifies on Land Annexation 04/17/2024 April 17, 2024 / April 17, 2024 by sbegay FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 17, 2024 Preserving Tribal Sovereignty: Vice Chairman Cloud Testifies on Land Annexation Southern Ute Indian Reservation – Vice Chairman Lorelei Cloud testified before the Colorado Senate State, Veterans, and Military Affairs Committee at the State Capitol in Denver this afternoon. Cloud urged the Committee to support Senate Bill 24-193: Protect Tribal Lands from... Read more »
CO Indigenous Needs Assessment Community Survey April 17, 2024 by sbegay The Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs and the Colorado Department of Education are partnering with Education Northwest, a research organization, to conduct a needs assessment on how Colorado districts and schools support Indigenous students. The Southern Ute community is invited to share feedback on the priorities, needs, and concerns about Indigenous education in Colorado. Your community’s insights are important to helping the Colorado Department of Education accurately capture the needs and hopes... Read more »
BIA Vacancy: Irrigation System Operator April 17, 2024 / April 17, 2024 by sbegay The BIA Southern Ute Agency is hiring for an Irrigation System Operator. Please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/job/786304400 and apply today! The Application period closes April 25, 2024. -Summer Begay, Communication Specialist Read more »
