Please save the date for the 2024 Inauguration Ceremony for two (2) Tribal Council Members on Monday, December 16, 2024, at 10:00 AM in Tribal Council Chambers (356 Ouray Drive, Ignacio, CO 81137). Please note that the incoming Council Members will not be determined until the Run-off Election concludes on Friday, December 13, 2024. Additional details are forthcoming. A live stream via WebEx will be available.
For more information, please contact Tribal Council Affairs at 970-563-2313.
The Southern Ute Election Board Office will be open to accommodate Tribal voters.
December 9, 2024 & December 10, 2024
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Absentee Ballot Deadline……………………Wednesday, December 4, 2024, by 5:00 PM
(New) Voter Registration Deadline…….Wednesday, December 4, 2024, by 5:00 PM
Emergency Ballot Request Deadline…….Thursday, December 12, 2024, By 5:00 PM
The 2024 Run-off election will be held at 285 Lakin St. Ignacio, CO on Friday, December 13, 2024, from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Contact the Election Board at (970) 563-2303/2305/2729
Off-Reservation Tribal Members call 1-800-772-1236 Ext. 2303 or Email: election@southernute-nsn.gov
The End of Council Term Celebration honoring Vice Chairman Lorelei Cloud and Council Member Vanessa Torres will be on Monday, December 02, 2024 at 10:00 AM. This will be held in the Tribal Council Chambers at 365 Ouray Drive, Ignacio, CO 81137. The agenda is as follows:
10:00 AM Welcome
10:05 AM Prayer | Mr. Eddie Box Jr.
10:10 AM Song | Mr. Justin Lang
10:15 AM Tribal Council Remarks
10:40 AM Visiting Dignitary Remarks
11:30 AM Tribal Council Reflection
– Vice Chairman Lorelei Cloud
– Council Member Vanessa Torres
12:00 PM Adjourn
A light reception will follow in the Hall of Warriors. To attend virtually, you may scan the QR code below or use the following link: https://bit.ly/2024eotc | The password is 2024eot. For more information, please contact Tribal Council Affairs at 970-563-2313.
The Southern Ute Digital Equity Program in partnership with Norton LifeLock will offer information sessions with a LifeLock representative. There will be multiple times available and virtual attendance supported by WebEx will be available for those who cannot make it in person.
Tribal Members are welcome to stop by the Growth Fund building on Monday, December 2nd between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM or on Tuesday, December 3rd between 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM. For more information please contact SUDEP at 970-563-5555.
Normal business hours will resume on Monday, December 2, 2024.
Thank you for your understanding and patience.
Update 11/07/2024 11:30 PM
Power has been restored! A big thank you to the LPEA crews for their hard work and dedication, especially in enduring the challenging winter weather. Your efforts are truly appreciated!
Power Outage Notification 11/07/2024 9:20 PM
The Southern Ute Indian Tribe is aware of the power outage currently affecting the area. Please be advised that 911 services remain available for emergencies.
If you are an elder or individual who relies on electricity for critical health services, please contact the Southern Ute Police Department (SUPD) at 911 for assistance.
We appreciate your understanding and will provide updates as they become available.
