For Immediate Release: Chairman Baker Addresses the Colorado General Assembly January 17, 2025 / January 17, 2025 by sbegay FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 17, 2025 Chairman Baker Addresses the Colorado General Assembly Southern Ute Indian Reservation – Chairman Melvin J. Baker of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, joined by Chairman Manuel Heart of the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe, delivered a powerful address before a Joint Session of the Colorado General Assembly yesterday. Chairman Baker’s address... Read more »
The Tribal Wills Project from University of Denver offers a March Clinic January 15, 2025 by abarry In March, there will be another tribal wills clinic in the Farmington area at the Nenahnezad Chapter House. The clinic will take place March 24-28, 2025. The Tribal Wills Clinic is a group of volunteers including law students and licensed attorneys, who donate their time to help Tribal Members write wills. The services are free and the process takes about 4 hours, spread over two days. Please contact Mr. John... Read more »
The Southern Ute Wildlife Division’s Big Game Survey underway January 15, 2025 by abarry The week of January 13 – 17, 2025 the Wildlife Division will be conducting its annual aerial big game survey across the Southern Ute Reservation. If you are out in the field during the week you can expect to see a helicopter flying at low elevation during day light hours across trust lands on both the east and west sides of the reservation. The Wildlife Division conducts this annual census... Read more »
For Immediate Release: Southern Ute Indian Tribe Receives Two Federal Grants to Enhance Climate Resilience 01/08/2025 January 8, 2025 / January 8, 2025 by sbegay FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Marvin Pinnecoose, Vice Chairman – 970.563.2402 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist – 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 8, 2025 Southern Ute Indian Tribe Receives Two Federal Grants to Enhance Climate Resilience Southern Ute Indian Reservation – The Southern Ute Indian Tribe is pleased to announce the award of two significant federal grants totaling $4.25 million. These grants awarded by the Bureau of Indian Affairs’ Tribal Community Resilience Annual Awards... Read more »
For Immediate Release: Chairman Baker Attends Opening of the 75th Session of the Colorado General Assembly January 8, 2025 / January 8, 2025 by sbegay FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Melvin J. Baker, Chairman – 970.563.2320 Summer Begay, Communication Specialist– 970.563.2313 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 8, 2025 Chairman Baker Attends Opening of the 75th Session of the Colorado General Assembly Southern Ute Indian Reservation – Chairman Melvin J. Baker was invited by President of the Senate, James Coleman to provide remarks during the opening session for the 75th session of Colorado General Assembly this morning at... Read more »
Permanent Fund Office Closure Notice 01/09/2025 January 7, 2025 / January 13, 2025 by sbegay President Biden has declared Thursday, January 9, a National Day of Mourning to remember the life and legacy of James Earl Carter Jr., the 39th President of the United States, and has issued an Executive Order for the closure of federal offices. In alignment, Tribal Council has approved the closure of the Permanent Fund offices on Thursday, January 9, 2025. Sky Ute Casino Resort, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will... Read more »
The Southern Ute Tribal Council approves and adopts Title 33 – Overriding Royalty Interest Code January 6, 2025 / January 6, 2025 by abarry PUBLIC NOTICE On December 17, 2024, the Southern Ute Tribal Council approved and adopted Title 33– Overriding Royalty Interest Code in Resolution No. 2024-248. The effective date is January 1, 2025. The Title 33-Overriding Royalty Code can be found on the Tribal government Law and Order Code website at: https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/government/tribal-code/ (opens in new tab) Printed hard copies of the codes may be obtained from the Tribal Information Services Department at:... Read more »
Southern Ute Construction & Project Management Update Status on the Ute Vocational School Demolition and Construction January 6, 2025 by abarry Please see the attached document for the Ute Vocational School – Head Start Building Demolition Project Completion Notification and Update. Should you have any questions related to the project, please contact the Southern Ute Construction and Project Management Department by calling (970) 563-4710. The website will continue to be updated accordingly as projects progress or upon completion. Ute Vocational School/Head Start Building Demolition – Southern Ute Indian Tribe Gavin S.... Read more »
Statement on the Passing of Former President Jimmy Carter January 3, 2025 by sbegay The Southern Ute Indian Tribe extends its deepest condolences to the Carter family during this difficult time. President Carter’s life was a testament to remarkable service, leadership, and unwavering advocacy. His legacy will forever be intertwined with the lives of countless individuals, including those within our Tribal community. President Carter’s commitment to justice and equality is evident in the landmark legislation he signed: The American Indian Religious Freedom Act (AIRFA)... Read more »
