FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 11, 2025 Statement Regarding Public Use of Sacred Ceremonies July 11, 2025 / July 11, 2025 by tehlers FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACTMelvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 11, 2025 Statement Regarding Public Use of Sacred Ceremonies The Southern Ute Indian Tribe (Tribe) is aware of a video and social media posts recently circulated by Congressional District Three candidate Hope Scheppelman, following a sweat ceremony held on the Southern Ute Reservation. The video and accompanying post inaccurately suggested that the Tribe... Read more »
Southern Ute Cultural Preservation Announces Brush Sites Available for Sundance Preparation July 7, 2025 / July 7, 2025 by abarry The Southern Ute Sun Dance will be held July 10-14, 2025, on the Southern Ute Reservation. Please find attached the maps for shade brush locations which can be downloaded in the Avenza app. The GIS Division can be reached at 970-563-2226 to answer any questions and assist with downloading Avenza. If you have questions related to specific maps and permissions to cut, please contact the Lands Division at 970-563-2236. Read more »
For Immediate Release: Southern Ute Reservation Initiates Stage 1 Fire Restrictions July 1, 2025 / August 7, 2025 by sbegay United States Department of the Interior Bureau of Indian Affairs Southern Ute Agency Branch of Fire Management For Immediate Release: Southern Ute Reservation Initiates Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Due to the current high temperatures, dry fuel conditions and the occurrence of recent wildland fires, Stage I fire restrictions will be implemented July 1, 2025, for all trust lands throughout the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. Everyone on reservation land is asked... Read more »
SU Tribal Office Closure Notice 07/04/2025 June 24, 2025 / July 7, 2025 by sbegay SU Tribal Office Closure Notice In observance of Independence Day, the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025. Normal business hours will resume on Monday, July 7, 2025. Read more »
SUDEP: Cybersecurity and Internet Safety Basics Training June 17, 2025 / June 24, 2025 by sbegay Are you confident in your online safety? The Southern Ute Digital Equity Program (SUDEP) is here to help! Join the Cybersecurity & Internet Safety Basics Training on July 22nd and July 24th. Learn how to protect your personal information and navigate the digital world safely This is open to Southern Ute Tribal Members and First Descendents. Contact SUDEP for more information or sign up by calling 970-563-5555. Those in attendance... Read more »
For Immediate Release: Southern Ute Indian Tribe Welcomes Leonard Redhorse III as New Justice and Regulatory Director June 11, 2025 / June 24, 2025 by sbegay FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 9, 2025 Southern Ute Indian Reservation – The Southern Ute Indian Tribe proudly announces the appointment of Mr. Leonard Redhorse III as the new Director of the Department of Justice and Regulatory. An enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, Mr. Redhorse brings nearly two decades of distinguished service in law enforcement... Read more »
The Southern Ute Lands Division Announces a 45-day notice for Agricultural Assignment May 28, 2025 / July 1, 2025 by abarry The Southern Ute Lands Division is currently advertising a 45-day notice of availability of tribal land for an agricultural assignment. To apply for a Land Assignment, eligible Tribal member applicants must submit an Application for Assignment of Tribal Lands, a Farm Plan, and a drawing card containing their name, address, and contact information (including phone number and email). The Lands Division will review the submitted applications and determine the adequacy... Read more »
For Immediate Release: Tribe Calls for Urgent Action from Enterprise Products to Address Pipeline Spill May 5, 2025 / June 24, 2025 by sbegay FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 5, 2025 Tribe Calls for Urgent Action from Enterprise Products to Address Pipeline Spill Southern Ute Indian Reservation – The Southern Ute Indian Tribe is calling on Enterprise Products to immediately act with more urgency and transparency to address and mitigate the gasoline pipeline failure that occurred five months ago on... Read more »
Southern Ute Tribe seeks applicants to fill a Commission Vacancy on the SUIT/State of CO Environmental Commission May 5, 2025 / June 3, 2025 by abarry Are you interested in environmental issues and want to be more involved? The Southern Ute Air Quality Division’s (AQD) Environmental Commission may be the perfect place for you! This six-member joint Commission has equal Tribal and State representation and meets approximately twice a year to vote on rules and regulations for the SUIT AQD. As an Environmental Commission Member, you will have the chance to expand your knowledge on current... Read more »
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives Awareness Day May 5, 2025 / May 5, 2025 by sbegay Today, May 5th, we recognize Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives Awareness Day as declared by a Presidential proclamation. In solemn remembrance and to shine a light on this crisis, Tribal Council and staff wore red to honor the lost loved ones and stand with their families. Every name, every story, every relative matters ❤️🪽. Read more »
