For Immediate Release: Southern Ute Indian Tribe Appoints Dr. Ryan Duvall as Chief Medical Officer October 1, 2025 / October 1, 2025 by sbegay FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 1, 2025 Southern Ute Indian Tribe Appoints Dr. Ryan Duvall as Chief Medical Officer Southern Ute Indian Reservation – Tribal Council, in a special meeting, approved Dr. Ryan Duvall, MD, to serve as the new Chief Medical Officer (CMO) for the Southern Ute Health Center. Dr. Duvall is an experienced family... Read more »
Election Board: Ballots Are In! September 23, 2025 / September 23, 2025 by sbegay The Election Board has received the ballots and determined the following dates for the 2025 General Election: 🔹 New Voter Registration Deadline: Wednesday, October 29, 2025, by 5:00 PM 🔹 Absentee Ballot Request Deadline: Wednesday, October 29, 2025, by 5:00 PM 🔹 Emergency Ballot Request Deadline: Thursday, November 6, 2025, by 5:00 PM 🔹 Election Day: Friday, November 7, 2025Polls Open: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PMLocation: 285 Lakin St., Ignacio,... Read more »
Drone Activity Notice – Florida Mesa Area September 22, 2025 / September 22, 2025 by sbegay Enterprise and GHD are notifying the community of scheduled drone operations in the Florida Mesa area, specifically near Highway 550, County Road 219, and Rainbow Road from Tuesday, September 23rd through Thursday, September 25th. These operations will support high-resolution aerial mapping of the broader gasoline pipeline spill area at approximately 400 feet above ground level during daylight hours. Additionally, thermal scanning will be conducted over a smaller, northern portion of the project area at approximately 200... Read more »
Listening Session: Tribal Member Concerns September 15, 2025 / September 22, 2025 by sbegay Tribal Council invites Tribal Members to attend an in-person Listening Session for Tribal Member Concerns on September 17, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 in Tribal Council Chambers (365 Ouray Dr., Ignacio, CO). This session offers a respectful space for Tribal Members to share their thoughts, ask questions, and engage in meaningful dialogue on matters impacting the Tribe and its future. Session Guidelines:– Please be respectful of all speakers and... Read more »
Sign Up for the Tribal Member Experience (TMX) September 11, 2025 / September 11, 2025 by sbegay Southern Ute Tribal Members stay connected with news, departments, and resources by signing up for the Tribal Member Experience. Please note account holders must be enrolled in the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and be 18 years of age or older. To create a new account, please follow these steps:1. Go to the Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s website athttps://www.southernute-nsn.gov/2. Select “Members” at the top of the screen3. Select “I need an... Read more »
+ 9/11 Remembrance + September 11, 2025 / September 11, 2025 by sbegay Today, we pause to remember a day that shaped our nation. Twenty-four years ago, we faced unimaginable violence. In the aftermath, we witnessed extraordinary acts of courage, compassion, and unity – qualities that reflect the very best of the American spirit. We honor the Tribes whose ancestral lands bore witness to this attack. We thank the brave individuals who answered the call to serve. They came from every background and... Read more »
SU Tribal Office Closure 09/12/2025 September 8, 2025 / September 15, 2025 by sbegay In observance of the 103rd Annual Tribal Fair and Powwow, the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will be closed from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Friday, September 12, 2025. Normal business hours will resume on Monday, September 15, 2025. Enjoy the festivities and have a safe weekend! Photo Credit: Divine Windy Boy | SU Drum Read more »
For Immediate Release: CDPHE and Southern Ute Indian Tribe Announce Updated Enterprise Pipeline Spill Estimate, Reaffirm Commitment to Transparency August 27, 2025 / August 27, 2025 by sbegay La Plata County, Colo. (8/26/25): The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the Southern Ute Indian Tribe (Tribe) are providing this update on the gasoline pipeline release that occurred in December 2024 on private fee land within the exterior boundaries of the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. The state is leading remediation oversight in coordination with the Tribe and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Enterprise Products LLC, which owns and... Read more »
Election Board: Statement of Intention August 27, 2025 / August 27, 2025 by sbegay Interested in Serving on Tribal Council? Stop by the Election Board office to pick up your Statement of Intention packet today! Deadline: Monday, September 8, 2025, by 5:00 PM Location: Election Board Office, 285 Lakin Street, Ignacio, CO If you have questions or need assistance, feel free to contact the Election Board: 📞 970-563-0100 (Extensions: 2303, 2305, 2729, or 2730) 📧 Email: election@southernute-nsn.gov Thank you for taking part in this important process! Read more »
SU Tribal Office Closure 09/01/2025 August 25, 2025 / August 25, 2025 by sbegay In observance of Labor Day, the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. Read more »
