Leonard C. Ute tribes Ignacio, CO 81137 DECEMBER 14, 2012 Burch Art and welcome Bulk Permit No. 1 Vol. XLIV No. 22 Literacy Contest Colorado trees Official newspaper of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe winners to Capitol For subscription or advertising information, call 970-563-0118

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NATIONAL NATIVE AFFAIRS Chairman: Obama’s speech to tribes marks historic turnaround Today, tribes are ‘in the driver’s seat,’ getting needed support, Newton says

By Ace Stryker where he came from. And The Southern Ute Drum his theme song is ‘Hail to the Chief.’ I think he definitely Hundreds of tribal leaders qualifies.” Jeremy Wade Shockley/SU Drum from across the country, in- Frequent applause pep- Southern Ute Chairman Jimmy R. Newton Jr. and Council cluding Southern Ute Chair- pered Obama’s review of Lady Pathimi GoodTracks present a Southern Ute flag to Jay Grimm, executive director of the Denver Indian Center, during man Jimmy R. Newton Jr., his administration’s actions the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs meeting on Friday, gathered Dec. 5 in Washing- toward Indian Country over Nov 30. The Denver Indian Center displays flags from across ton, D.C., to hear from Presi- the past four years. Indian Country in their auditorium. The Ute Mountain Ute dent Obama and members of “I told you … I was Tribe also added its colors to the lineup. his Cabinet on plans for In- committed to more than a dian Country over the next unique nation-to-nation re- TRIBAL COUNCIL four years. lationship,” he said. “I was Obama and team received committed to getting this a warm welcome from the relationship right, so that Tri-Ute, CCIA crowd, which included rep- your nations can be full resentatives from many of partners.” convene in Denver the nation’s 565 federally During the president’s recognized tribes. Chairman first term, he said, he ap- By Jeremy Wade Shockley ter rights and Ute language Brian Cladoosby of Wash- pointed Native Americans The Southern Ute Drum preservation. Cuch high- ington state’s Swinomish In- to his White House staff lighted the recent acquisi- dian Tribal Community, who and throughout his admin- Ute tribal leaders and Colo- tion of an energy company, introduced Obama at the istration, settled longstand- rado state officials came to- Ute Energy Midstream. summit, suggested he could ing disputes such as the gether Nov. 29 and 30 in Den- The acquisition “fulfilled be “the first American Indian Cobell case, and signed the ver to discuss tribal business a longstanding dream of president.” Tribal Law and Order Act and state-to-nation policies. owning a Ute energy com- “Think about it for a sec- of 2010. pany,” Cuch said. ond: The president loves bas- He also cited his focus TRI-UTE COUNCIL Southern Ute Chairman ketball,” Cladoosby joked. on promoting tribal sover- Ace Stryker/SU Drum Jimmy R. Newton Jr. talked “He has an Indian name eignty, expanding economic President Obama speaks to leaders from across Indian Kicking off the quarterly about the tribal takeover [“One Who Helps People opportunities, and strength- Country on Wednesday, Dec. 5 at the annual White Tri-Ute Council meeting at of the Southern Ute Health Throughout the Land,” be- ening health care in Native House Tribal Nations Conference at the Department of the the History Colorado Cen- Center from the U.S. Bureau stowed by the Crow Nation], American communities. Interior in Washington, D.C. Obama touted his first-term ter was Northern Ute Indian of Indian Affairs, giving an he knows what it’s like to be accomplishments, but acknowledged there is much more Tribe Chairwoman Irene poor, and he hasn’t forgotten Obama page 16 the federal government can do for tribes. Cuch, who discussed wa- Denver page 16

Walking to remember

Ace Stryker/SU Drum John Waconda (center), superintendent of the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs’ Southern Ute Agency, reviews the size and location of the Cabezon Ranch property with Southern Ute Chairman Jimmy R. Newton Jr. just before the two signed the deed to convert the 772-acre photos Jeremy Wade Shockley/SU Drum parcel to trust status. Honoring U.S. Air Force veteran Leonard C. Burch, the Southern Ute Veterans Association SOVEREIGNTY AT WORK displays on Saturday, Dec. 8 the colors of the tribal flag during opening ceremonies for the first annual Leonard C. Burch Memorial Walk/Run at the SunUte Community Center. Tribe converts 772-acre Cabezon Ranch property to trust status

By Ace Stryker ing. “Let’s move onto the next property taxes, and cannot The Southern Ute Drum project and get our land back.” be sold without the approval Signing for the BIA was of both the tribe and the fed- With the signing of the John Waconda, superin- eral government, he said. deed to convert the Cabezon tendent of its Southern Ute Newton said reclaiming Ranch property from fee to Agency. The bureau is as land has a special significance trust status on Friday, Dec. happy as the tribe is to see to the Southern Ute people. 7, the Southern Ute Indian ancestral Ute land returning “Instead of saying ‘Oh, they Reservation became a little to tribal control, he said. took our land,’ we’re getting it more whole again. “Within the BIA, this has back,” he said. “It’s for our The property, which covers been identified as one of our people. Without our land, we approximately 772 acres in top priorities: to assist the tribe wouldn’t be who we are.” the north-central area of the in converting lands to trust Tribal and BIA leaders reservation, was purchased status,” he said. “It often times aren’t resting long before by the tribe several years ago. promotes and supports eco- tackling the next project. The It remained in fee simple sta- nomic development, bringing tribe has applied for trust sta- tus while the U.S. Bureau of back historical lands that were tus for another parcel of land Burch family members Indian Affairs processed the once owned by the tribe.” on the extreme east side of the were among those tribe’s application for conver- Under trust status, the land reservation called Redding who participated in sion to trust status. That pro- “belongs to the tribe, but it’s Ranch. If approved, that prop- the family’s walk/run cess was completed with a held in trust by the federal erty would actually expand honoring the legacy of simple, low-key deed signing government,” Waconda said. the outer boundary of the res- Leonard C. Burch as a in Southern Ute Chairman Among other things, that ervation, Waconda said. tribal leader. Jimmy R. Newton Jr.’s office. means it falls under tribal The BIA hopes to have a For more photos, “I’m glad that’s taken care jurisdiction for police and deed ready for signing by see page 8 of,” Newton said after sign- courts, is free of sales and March 2013, he said. Update December 14, 2012 waini (2)

NEWS IN BRIEF MANY MOONS AGO

LOST AND FOUND BICYCLES HOLIDAY TRANSIT SERVICE The Southern Ute Police Department has NOTICE recovered bicycles in storage. If you have had The holiday season will soon be here. This is your bicycle lost or stolen in the past year, please a notice to inform you that Transit Waste does call the Southern Ute Police Department to see not provide service on Christmas Day. During if we have recovered it. You will need to have an the Christmas holiday, Transit Waste will be accurate description of the bike in order to claim one day behind the whole week. Finally, for it. Please contact Community Resource Officer New Year’s Day, Transit Waste will be on their Don Folsom at 970-563-0246 ext. 3301. regular routes. If you have any questions, call the Utilities Division office at 970-563-5500. AGRICULTURAL LAND MANAGERS NOTICE YOUTH PHOTO CONTEST The Water Quality Program for the Southern What is La Plata County to you? Celebrating Ute Indian Tribe is now accepting applications Healthy Communities wants to know what for the 2013 Cost-share Program. The Cost- La Plata County means to its youth and if a share Program is aimed at land managers picture is worth a thousand words, why not living within the exterior boundaries of the have them show it to us in a picture? The Southern Ute Indian Reservation on the rules are simple. Take a picture of what your Animas, Florida and Pine watersheds who are community means to you. Do not include interested in implementing Best Management faces, unless you blur them out. No illegal Practices (BMPs) for more efficient irrigation activity. You must be 18 or younger, and most and/or riparian protection/improvements. importantly, have fun! Email your photos to The majority of costs are covered by the Amber Beye at [email protected] by Dec. 19. tribe through conservation agreements in The top photos will be put on our Celebrating which BMPs such as surface gated pipe, Healthy Communities Facebook page. The underground pipe and inlet structures, or photo with the most likes wins. The winner riparian fencing are implemented. Such will receive a gift certificate and their photo Jimmy R. Newton Jr./SU Drum archive BMPs limit return flows from irrigated land will be used in a media campaign. This and restore/protect critical riparian zones, contest is sponsored by San Juan Basin 10 years ago thus decreasing erosion and other pollutants Health Department’s Celebrating Healthy Leaders of the three Ute tribes gathered for a quarterly Tri-Ute summit on Dec. 6, 2002, into our local watersheds. Call project Communities coalition. For more information, in the Ouray Room of the Sky Ute Lodge and Casino. The Southern Ute Tribe served as coordinator Pete Nylander at 970-563-0135 call 970-769-3760. hosts. All three nations shared updates, with the Southern Ute presentation including for more information. Susan Johnson, tribal liaison for the National Forest Service; Ed Lee Natay, tribal liaison HEALTH CENTER ANNOUNCES for the National Park Service; and Alden Naranjo, Southern Ute ambassador to the FREE BISON MEAT AVAILABLE TO NEW HOURS, HOLIDAY SCHEDULE National Museum of the American Indian signing ceremony on Nov. 20. The Ute leaders TRIBAL MEMBERS New hours for the operation of the Southern also heard an update on the Grand Mesa Uncompahgre Project. The Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s Division of Ute Health Center will begin on Monday, Dec. This photo first appeared in the Dec. 13 2002, edition of The Southern Ute Drum. Wildlife Resource Management maintains 17. The clinic will be open from 8 a.m. until 5 a small herd of bison for the Tribe’s p.m. daily, Monday through Friday. The clinic ceremonial, cultural and dietary needs. will begin scheduling appointments starting at As a service to the tribal membership, the 8:15 a.m. each day, with the last appointment division makes available bison meat to of the day at 4 p.m. The clinic will be closed enrolled Southern Ute tribal members free each day during the lunch hour between noon of charge. Tribal bison are grass-fed at and 1 p.m. A receptionist will be available low herd density and are free of artificial during the lunch period to provide any hormones and other synthetic chemicals. necessary communications. Appointments Bison meat is naturally low in cholesterol are encouraged to ensure timely visits with and an excellent, healthy alternative to a primary care provider and the healthcare beef. If you are an enrolled Southern Ute team. Walk-in visits without an appointment tribal member interested in obtaining bison will be seen in order of presentation. meat for personal use, call the Division of Holiday schedule: Wildlife at 970-563-0130. Quantities and Monday, Dec. 24: 8 a.m. to noon cuts of meat available may be limited. Monday, Dec. 31: 8 a.m. to noon.

John T. Rehorn/SU Drum archive 20 years ago

Leroy Herrera works in front of the Sky Ute Lodge with his “mule-powered” snow plow. Ignacio received about 8 inches of snow in the area’s first major storm.

This photo first appeared in the Dec. 11, 1992, edition of The Southern Ute Drum.

SU Drum archive 30 years ago

The roof of the Tribal Affairs Building had been leaking and repair work was scheduled to be done before a big storm hit. The storm beat the construction crew before they were able to complete the task.

This photo first appeared in the Dec. 3, 1982, edition of The Southern Ute Drum.

FREE HOME RADON TESTING The Southern Ute Environmental Programs is offering FREE home radon testing for Tribal members. Priority to Elders and those with infants in their homes.

Call Peter Dietrich at 970-563-0135 ext. 2238 for more information. Culture December 14, 2012 peini (3)

NATURAL RESOURCES THIS IS YOUR LANGUAGE Sharing nature’s bounty 'ícha-'ara muni 'apaghapi 'ura-'ay 22. Marking referents with zero or suffix pronouns (1 of 2) By Ace Stryker scarce on their reservation. in our teachings that our The Southern Ute Drum “I saw this as a blessing creator provided to us,” he By Tom Givón because this was an opportu- said, adding that the La- Ute Language Program With all its success in nity for our traditional lead- guna Pueblo has made re- business and politics over ers to be directly engaged quests to the Southern Ute the past few decades, the with the land, with the spirits council in each of the past 22.1. USING ZERO EXPRESSION OF REFERENT TO INDICATE MAXIMAL Southern Ute Indian Tribe of the mountain and the com- three years. CONTINUITY is finding ways to give back munity of Southern Ute,” The act of hunting is cul- Zero expression of a continuing referent over long stretches of text is the most common by helping tribes with fewer said Laguna Gov. Richard B. turally significant, Luarkie norm in Ute discourse. Once an important referent has been clearly established (by an inde- resources. Luarkie. “We were fruitful, said, even in cases where pendent pronoun or a noun), as long as it continues on as the subject of successive clauses, it Often this comes in form and this was a very success- there’s no meat to show for it need not be overtly mentioned. Here is an illustration from a traditional story: of training, as when the ful hunt.” at the end of the day. (1) yoghovuchi 'u, [0] pagha'ni-na-puga-'ura, Southern Ute Air Quality The council granted the “We’re taught that even if Coyote/S the/S walk.about-HAB-REM-be Program lends its exper- nine Laguna hunters six you don’t harvest an animal, ‘Coyote, he kept wandering about, tise to others looking to buck and three doe tags, Lu- when you’re in the moun- kach [0] 'ini-a-sapa paqha-na-pua, [0] oo-'ay-kwa-puga, protect their own skies. Or arkie said. tains and you go home, the NEG WH-O-MOD kill-HAB-REM/NEG bone-be-go-REM it happens in the form of Council Lady Pathimi peacefulness, the tranquil- he hadn’t killed anything (for a long time), he became bone-skinny, lobbying, as when tribal GoodTracks said she thinks ity, the strength, the stability, ka-'ini-a-sapa [0] paqha-na-pua, [0] tuguy-whqa-voro-na-puga-’ura. representatives speak to it’s good the Southern Ute the fresh smells, the fresh air NEG-WH-O-MOD kill-HAB-REM/NEG hungry-search-walk-HAB-REM-be Congress in favor of leg- Tribe is in a position to help of the mountain goes home he hadn’t killed anything (for a while), he was walking about searching hungry. islation benefitting all of other tribes when asked. with you,” he said. “The 'ú-vway-aqh-'ura 'ú-vwaa-tu-'ura 'íni-kway 'ura-puga... Indian Country, such as re- “The tribe does have the belief is that when you go there-at-it-be there-at-DIR-be WH-MOD be-REM cent tribal energy bills. resources,” she said. “I think hunting, you never go home Then right there there was what’s-his-name... Most recently, the re- it’s in following with the cul- emptyhanded.” mukwapi [0] maay-puga, [0] pacha'ay-kyay-ku... source the Southern Ute In- tural and traditional follow- In a letter to the Southern spider/O find-REM stick-ANT-SUB dian Tribal Council moved ings of the tribe to help other Ute tribal membership (see he found a spider, as it (spider) was stuck (there)...’ to share was much more tra- tribes.” page 13 of this issue), Luar- ditional: a small sample of GoodTracks said this kie thanked the tribe for its Notice next the two successive switch-reference moves in the next two lines, one switch- its abundant wildlife. modern form of helping one generosity and willingness ing back from “spider” (in the last line above) to “coyote”; the other switching right back to For several years, the another is probably similar to help. “spider,” both using the independent pronoun: council has heard occa- to agreements between tribes “I am proud and thankful (2) ...'ú-vway-aqh-'ura 'uwas maguni-puga, [0] tuka-vaa-chi-'u. sional requests — gener- dating back centuries. for what you have allowed,” here-at-it-be 3s/S pounce-REM eat-IRR-NOM-3s ally from among the New The Laguna people use he said. “As we continue ‘...so right away HE (Coyote) pounced, intending to eat it (spider). Mexico pueblos — for per- every part of the deer, Lu- on our journey, I want you 'u-vyay-aqh-'ura 'uwas-'uru 'áy-puga:... mission to hunt for cultur- arkie said, “from the horns to know that with every bit there-at-it-be 3s/S-that say-REM ally significant game on the all the way down to the of my limited humanity, so then HE (Spider) said:...’ Southern Ute Indian Res- hooves.” Traditionally, all of my prayers, positive ervation. On Friday, Nov. when someone harvests a thoughts and support are In the next column, we will discuss the use of suffix pronouns. 2, the council approved deer, it’s shared with the with your community. I look 'uvus. Toghoy-aqh the latest request from the community in a feast, he forward to the opportunity Pueblo of Laguna to allow said. The tribe also hosts an to continually nurture our its traditional leaders to annual Deer Dance around young relationship and hope Newly ordained hunt deer, an animal that is the first of the year. that we can forge a solid culturally important to the “Deer is one of the bless- partnership for generations Laguna people but is now ings, or one of the gifts, to come.” The traditional way

Acting Executive Director Nathan Strong Elk of the Southern Ute Cultural Center & Museum proudly displays a certificate awarding him the title of Diplomat of Earth Stewardship on Friday, Dec. 7. The Spirit Seeker’s Ministry of the International Assembly of Spiritual Healers and Earth Stewards Christopher R. Rizzo/SU Drum Congregations bestowed the Marlene Peabody, an intern for the Southern Ute Cultural Center & Museum and a title. He was also given the Fort Lewis College student of Native American studies, presented a presentation on title of Ordained Minster. traditional foods, plants and medicines on Wednesday, Nov. 28. Students and attendees Jeremy Wade Shockley/SU Drum sampled a variety of holistic foods that can also be used as medicine. Sunshine Cloud Smith CULTURAL UPDATE Youth Advisory Committee

ATTENTION PERFORMERS CHRISTMAS PROGRAM Open to all Southern Ute enrolled tribal youth ages 13-19 The Cultural Preservation Department VOLUNTEERS NEEDED is looking to update and add on to the If you are interested in participating in the Please write letter of intent list for all Native powwow dancers, Christmas Program that will be held Dec. ATTN: SCSYAC, PO Box 737, Ignacio, co 81137 Ute Bear dancers, and Ute lame and T 22 at 4 p.m. at the Sky Ute Casino Resort, dancers. If you know you’re on the list please contact Special Events Coordinator, but haven’t been contacted in a while, Tara Vigil at 970-563-0100 ext. 3624. Email: [email protected] it’s because you need to update your Any questions or concerns please contact information. Call Tara Vigil, special ELDER TAMALE MAKING Sky Dawn Sandoval at 970-563-0100 ext. 2207 or 970-749-5355 events coordinator, at 970-563-0100 ext. WORKSHOP 3624 or 970-442-1185 or email tvigil@ The tamale-making workshop will be southern-ute.nsn.us. The department Friday, Dec. 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the is also looking for interested Ute flute Southern Ute Cultural Center & Museum’s players, Ute storytellers, Ute artists, large classroom. For information call Elise Ute speakers and presenters, and Ute Redd at 970-563-0100 ext. 3623. beaders and seamstresses for teaching classes and performing at events. MUSEUM’S NEW HOURS The Southern Ute Cultural Center & Museum CHRISTMAS CANDY BAG will now be closed Saturday through VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Monday, until Memorial Day weekend when The Culture Department will be sacking we move back to our summer hours. We candy on December 17 at the Southern will also be closed for the holidays starting Ute Cultural Center & Museum starting at 9 Dec. 22 through Jan. 2, 2013. For further a.m. Anybody interested in volunteering to information contact the museum at 970- help is welcome to come. 563-9583.

CHRISTMAS DINNER UTE LANGUAGE 103 Individual pictures with Santa will be The Cultural Preservation Department is available at the Christmas Dinner. You continuing the Ute language classes. The may purchase the picture with The classes will be held in the Southern Ute Southern Ute Drum. Times will be from Museum’s large classroom, Wednesdays from 12 – 2:30 p.m. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The classes will be taught by Dr. Tom Givon and Alden Naranjo Jr. Health December 14, 2012 wHchuwiini (4)

KIDNEY CORNER YOUR HEALTH Glomerulonephritis: Funny- Still time to get flu shots sounding disease is no joke Staff report for San Juan Basin Health. illness and can result in hos- San Juan Basin Health Dept. While there have been no pitalization and even death,” By Dr. Mark Saddler low infections of various reported cases of hospital- Wagner said. Durango Nephrology types or can occur without Colorado and other states izations in Archuleta or La Additionally, flu shots can Associates any underlying cause. It are experiencing a higher- Plata counties, Wagner says help prevent loss of work and varies from being a minor than-average number of flu that people are going to local school days due to illness. Unfortunately, medical problem without symp- cases this year. Emergency Rooms and test- While the Centers for Dis- terminology includes many toms, which causes no There have been 52 indi- ing positive for influenza. ease Control and Prevention long words that are difficult clinical consequences, to a viduals hospitalized due to “With the holiday sea- recommends everyone get a to pronounce (and spell), severe disease potentially flu in Colorado already this son and family and friends flu vaccine, people at high and “glomerulonephritis” is causing kidney failure. year. The average number gathering, we wanted to re- risk of serious flu complica- one of them. There are effective medi- of hospitalized cases for this mind our community to this tions include young children, But it’s an important type cines for IgA nephropathy, time of year is eight. season, protect yourself and pregnant women, people of kidney disease, so we but since they have the po- Health officials nationally those around you by getting with chronic health condi- will discuss this group of tential for significant side are concerned about both the a flu shot,” Wagner said. tions like asthma, diabetes or disorders in this edition of loss from the kidney, high effects, they are usually re- higher numbers they’re seeing Flu shots are readily avail- heart and lung disease, and the Kidney Corner. It means blood pressure and some- served for the most severe as well as how early it seems able throughout the commu- people 65 years and older. “inflammation of the filter- times kidney failure. cases that threaten the sur- to be hitting populations. nity and at San Juan Basin To schedule an appoint- ing parts of the kidney” and Some of the most common vival of the kidneys. “We know it’s in the com- Health. ment to get a flu shot at San is sometimes called more causes of GN are infections. IgA may cause blood in munity,” said Bari Wagner, “I want to reinforce to Juan Basin Health, call 970- simply “nephritis.” An older The best-known example is the urine, especially after southwest epidemiologist people that flu is a serious 335-2013. term is “Bright’s disease.” Streptococcus, commonly infections. Although this Here, we will abbreviate it known as “strep,” which appears alarming, it usually to “GN.” can cause sore throats. Usu- subsides without damage; Since the kidney functions ally, a “strep throat” will get much more dangerous is Merry Christmas & Happy New Year as a filter, it makes sense that better on its own with no protein in the urine, which the filter can get clogged up consequences. usually can only be detect- by substances in the blood In rare cases, however, ed by chemical testing of from The Southern Ute Drum that then prevent the filter the immunoglobulins made the urine. from working correctly. This by the body to combat the There are many more is a gross oversimplification strep infection can cause types of GN. Each is treated of the mechanism of GN, but severe GN. This may pres- differently, and a definitive is a good way to conceptual- ent as blood in the urine and diagnosis usually requires SUNUTE UPDATE ize the problem. sometimes as kidney fail- a kidney biopsy in which a “To expand and improve the quality of life for the Southern Ute tribal members and The circulating substances ure. This problem is most piece of kidney tissue is re- surrounding communities by stimulating social, physical, emotional, mental, cultural, that most commonly cause commonly seen in young moved using a needle. For and spiritual growth through recreational activities.” this inflammation are im- people. many types — though we munoglobulins, the proteins Fortunately, Streptococcal know much about how the in the blood that the body GN usually gets better after disease behaves and what is makes to fight infections. If a few weeks. needed to treat it — we often immunoglobulin levels are Another common cause don’t know the cause. too high, or if they have a of GN, especially in Na- Nevertheless, treatment disordered structure, they tive American patients, is can be very successful and can result in GN. a problem called “IgA ne- can protect the kidney from The result can be protein phritis.” This may also fol- unnecessary damage. SUNUTE HOLIDAY HOURS POTTERY FIELD TRIP JAN. 2 Christmas Hours: SunUte will be closed For Southern Ute tribal members and for the Christmas Holiday on Monday, Dec. descendants ages 6 – 18. Space is 24 and Tuesday, Dec. 25. We will resume limited. Field trip will include: The Clay normal business hours on Wednesday, Room, Pizza Hut, SunUte climbing Dec. 26 at 6 a.m. wall, movies at SunUte. Lunch will be New Year’s Hours: SunUte will have provided. Drop off is from 8:30 to 9 a.m. shortened hours over the New Year’s Depart no later than 9 a.m. and return at 3 Holiday. Monday, Dec. 31, open from 8 a.m. p.m. Pick-up is between 3 and 5 p.m. (No – 5 p.m. and Tuesday, Jan. 1 open from 10 later than 5 p.m.) Bring snacks, spending a.m. – 2 p.m. money and wear comfortable clothing. Sign up at SunUte Community Center BOWLING AT SKY UTE CASINO front desk. For more information contact RESORT SunUte Recreation at 970-563-0214 or at Bowling field trip, Dec. 27 from 11 a.m. www.sunute.com to 2 p.m. Southern Ute tribal members and descendants, grades 1 – 12, TRIPLE WIN PROGRAM register at SunUte Community Center. Southern Ute tribal members: Enter to Bring spending money for food, snacks, win a gift card every month for the next and video games. Be at the SunUte 12 months. You can enter the raffle if you Community Center by 10:45 a.m. For work out in the gym or pool, participate more information contact SunUte in noon ball, or attend group exercise Community Center at 970-563-0214 or classes. Ages 10 and up. Tickets can be visit us www.sunute.com redeemed at the trainers’ desk. Education December 14, 2012 manugiini (5)

SOUTHERN UTE ACADEMY Students learn about geography, landmasses through maps

By Craig Boss cities as reference points and quiz themselves. To date, room to discuss her work and Southern Ute Indian political boundaries. we have 13 different land potential careers in her field. Montessori Academy The 3-by-5-foot map is and water forms identified Their first introduction used in our classroom to and 100 specific places with to maps is simple. It begins This year, our class is en- identify and locate various photographs. with basic globes. The first gaged in a study of Earth’s geographical features of land We anticipate no end to theme is a separation of land geography. and water. Such features are this project. We are likely and water. After that comes To facilitate our work, I noted on the map with a tag to pass the 200-places mark an introduction to conti- met with Shelly Riddle of and a number. before spring and could eas- nents. Early this school year, the tribe’s Geographic Infor- Hanging next to the map ily pass 50 different land and we began to explore various mation System. Together we is a corresponding picture water forms this school year. land and water forms. created a Montessori-style of the exact location and On Friday, Dec. 7 Riddle As we learned about map using colors known to number. For the picture, and Kathleen Murphy met lakes, rivers, islands, deserts, the children for continents. the identifying number is with Lower Elementary stu- mountains and such, our chil- It also includes significant on the back so children can dents in the Kuch One class- dren developed a desire to see how such things looked in reality. As pictures are pre- sented, a curiosity is ignited about were such places are. A few features immediate- ly planned are sand dunes, fjords, archipelagos, cliffs and beaches. The students have studied islands, bays, peninsulas, straits, lakes, valleys, glaciers, isthmuses, volcanoes, mountains, des- erts, waterfalls, canyons, caves and rivers. Students are presented with a broad landform, such as a cave, and given a work- Robert L. Ortiz/SU Drum ing definition with photo- Navaeh Pena uses a card identifying a geographic landmark graphs. The photographs to mark its location on a Montessori-style map created by the display variety and are taken Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s Geographic Information System. from all areas of the Earth. people, and learned to ap- Our project has expanded Robert L. Ortiz/SU Drum Children also learn how In- preciate its beauty and the the children’s understanding Kathleen Murphy explains how to identify directions and use legends on a map of the ternet maps and atlases are magnificence while becom- of the globe. They are aware Southern Ute Indian Reservation. used to locate significant ing aware of how life might of the wonders created for landforms and see places be in a variety of places. us to enjoy, and they seek and things otherwise un- The students have learned new ones from pole to pole. available to them. the usefulness of maps and As we continue to explore They also learn about their specific themes. Stu- the globe, we will empha- nearby places, such as Lake dents read and create maps size the interconnectivity of Navajo and Red Mountain. and use them to organize all things and the important Children have experienced their information, including responsibility we all have to the vastness of Earth as well newly discovered landforms Earth and each other as citi- as its interconnectivity and or bodies of water. zens of our shared planet.

EDUCATION UPDATE

ADULT OCCUPATIONAL TRAINING tests and submit paperwork two weeks in PROGRAM TAKING SCHOLARSHIP advance. For more information, call Pine APPLICATIONS River Community Learning Center at 970- The Southern Ute Adult Occupational 563-0681 or Donna Broad at 970-563- Training Program is now accepting 0237 or 970-749-1953. Computer based applications on a first-come-first-served GED testing is available through Pearson basis. There 20 scholarships available at Vue Testing. Register, pay and schedule this time. The scholarships are for tribal at www.GEDcomputer.com. The test must members who are interested in attending a be taken at The Southern Ute Education vocational training school or a junior college Center. Call 970-759-1953 for details. with a certificate program. In order for The GED test will be changing January students to attend any school, it has to be 2014. All previous test scores will expire an accredited and approved by the Council and students will need to retake all 5 of Higher Education Accreditation. There sections. It is important that students is no deadline for the certificate program, complete all 5 sections of their GED since some vocational training schools are before the January 2014 date. Also, the year round. If you are interested in applying Education Department has an online GED for a certificate, call Luana Herrera at 970- Academy classroom that is available for 563-0237. at home GED test preparation. Please call Donna Broad at 970-563-0237 ext. 2784 GED TEST DATES or 970-749-1953 for passwords. There is The Department of Education would like a minimum time requirement each week to to announce the GED test dates for the be allowed to use this program. upcoming months: Jan. 11, Feb. 1 and March 1. The test is held at the Southern INTERNSHIP PROGRAM Ute Education Building at 330 Burns Ave. The Southern Ute Adult Occupational Registration and payments are due by Training Program is accepting applications Tuesday before the test. Scholarships are for tribal members who are interested available for Native Americans who live in working for six months as an intern. within 50 miles of the service area, spend Call Luana Herrera at the Southern Ute 12 hours in class, score a 450 on practice Education Department at 970-563-0237. Contest December 14, 2012 naveeini (6)

Leonard C. Burch Contest winners

He also supported programs matters. During this time pe- pect he focused on was the that preserved the Ute lan- riod, Leonard C. Burch mar- traditional Ute language and guage and the tribe’s museum. ried Irene Coolidge, a Na- the tribe’s museum. Even af- I feel he sets an amazing ex- vajo tribal member. She also ter passing, Mr. Leonard C. ample for anyone wishing to attended the Ute Vocational Burch still remains a huge make a difference in his or her High School. part of the Southern Ute In- community, or at any aspect. Once Leonard C. Burch dian Tribe in a cultural sense My personal thoughts on was eligible under the tribe’s and also a building founda- this brilliant man, and the Constitution, he ran for tion for and of the tribe. great strides he made for Tribal Council right away. In remembrance of Leon- the tribe, are astounding. He When Mr. Burch was 32, his ard C. Burch, the Southern completed a lot for just one fellow council members fi- Ute Tribe built the Leon- man, being able to change nally elected as tribal chair- ard C. Burch Building, also the future for upcoming gen- man. He served and was re- known as the LCB Build- erations, securing a financial elected as chairman for the ing, located near the SunUte blanket that will ensure the Southern Ute Tribe for more Recreation Center and Igna- continuance of immense tra- than three decades. While cio Head Start. dition and history. in office he had a string As a tribal member, I am Some can only dream to voice for determination for very blessed and thankful make a difference like Leon- the tribe. Mr. Burch helped for everything that Leonard Natalie Richards/Tribal Information Services ard C. Burch did. I think that maintain the cooperative C. Burch did for the tribe, not many people know the relationship with the United the Ignacio community, and Ignacio High School essay contest winners Andy Guire, Gabriel Garcia, Sydney Santistevan and Rae Lynn Torres pose with family members of Leonard C. Burch. incredible things he accom- States government, the State the Four Corners region, for plished, as I did not know as of Colorado, and neighbor- the many opportunities and GRADES 9–12 ate and energetic leader. fairs. For the duration of his much as there is available, ing governments. privileges that we take for (ESSAY) My grandmother, Margaret time there, he became famil- and this information needs Leonard C. Burch ob- granted. From being an im- (Brewster) Harrison grew iar with gas and oil leasing to be spread throughout the tained passage of federal poverished tribe when Mr. GABRIEL GARCIA up here in Ignacio in the and land title matters. schools. laws permitting the tribe to Burch started in office to 1ST PLACE, BIA boarding school. She In addition, he married Even though I am not a consolidate land holdings now, he made a huge impact HIGH SCHOOL was friends with Leonard Irene Coolidge, who also tribal member, I am thank- within the reservation. His of the Southern Ute Tribe Burch and his sweetheart attended the same high ful for the things Leonard C. main focus was dealing with and we should be thank- Leonard C. Burch was not Irene (Coolidge) Burch. She school as Mr. Burch. After Burch had done and utilize the matters and discussions ful. I’m thankful for what only a longtime chairman for remembers his generosity: he became eligible for Tribal the tools he has left for us that addressed the tribe and the Southern Ute does for the Southern Ute Tribe; he When they’d walk to the late Council according to the all to adhere. Without these, southwestern Colorado. He us as Ignacio High School, was also a father, a husband, Eddie Box’s store, he would Tribe’s Constitution, he ran I fear I would mot be who I addressed the gaming com- because Leonard C. Burch a friend, a brother, and a not only buy candy and soda and was successfully elect- am today. pact between the State of wanted to further push and powerful leader whose pres- for Irene, but for her too ed. At the age of 32, his fel- Colorado and the tribe and help the education that we ence would stop everyone — and, knowing they were low council members select- RAE LYNN TORRES the taxation compact with students need. from what they are doing. in the boarding school and ed Mr. Burch as chairman. 3RD PLACE (TIE), the State of Colorado. Not many things that we To many people he was could store items, would buy He held this term on and off HIGH SCHOOL Another subject he put his have as a tribe or the jobs known as self-determined, enough to last a few days. for over three decades. dedication to was the water we have now would be here hardworking, compassion- She said they were so perfect Chairman Burch was On August 1, 2003, the resource developments. He if it wasn’t for Leonard C. ate, and powerful. Mr. Burch for each other and when Mr. widely renowned for his car- Southern Ute Tribe lost a helped the tribe obtain their Burch. Although Ignacio is the man given credit for Burch went to the service, he ing personality and dedica- great and important leader, own water rights by the con- is not a very big town, it’s leading the Southern Ute In- still managed to take care of tion to the long-term devel- Leonard C. Burch. He is struction of the Animas-La rich in Southern Ute culture. dian Tribe out of poverty and Irene here in Ignacio. opment of the Southern Ute survived by his lovely wife, Plata Project, which was Without the help of Leonard into longterm financial suc- In addition to the holiday, Tribe. His policies as tribal Irene, his seven daughters, built by the Bureau of Rec- C. Burch, we wouldn’t have cess. “I lead my Ute people I see signs all over Ignacio chairman focused on energy 14 grandchildren, two broth- lamation. This helped forge the resources. Even though into the future” was a state- honoring Mr. Burch, includ- development, the health of ers and two sisters. Mr. Burch sharing usages of water for I was not born during the ment made by Burch during ing the Leonard C. Burch his fellow tribe members, and served on the Tribal Council Indian and non-Indian us- time and didn’t understand the time of 32 years that he Building and the post office. the education of tribal youth. for more than 30 years as ers living in southwestern the true meaning of what was chairman. I think it’s great that his fam- While he cared for the entire chairman, making very im- Colorado. With this act that Mr. Burch did, I can say now The Southern Ute Tribe ily is still real connected to tribe’s wellbeing, Leonard’s portant political decisions Leonard C. Burch did, he as a young adult I am hon- is now one of the most suc- this area. My grandmother focus never strayed from leading the tribe to be very received the Citizens Award ored to have had him as my cessful, richest Indian na- told me they had seven his family. He always spoke successful. The Southern Ute from the United States Bu- tribe’s chairman and a leader tions in the country and is daughters and likened their proudly of his seven daugh- Tribe became a large eco- reau of Reclamation. for the Southern Ute. No one the largest employer in La story to a biblical relation- ters. Despite a soft-spoken nomic force in the Four Cor- The last couple years of his else could have led the tribe Plata County thanks to the ship. I’m very impressed demeanor, Chairman Burch ners region and the largest career he helped the finan- to where it’s at now. achievements of Mr. Burch. that is legacy continues long exuded a strong presence, employer in La Plata County. cial progress of the tribe, as Mr. Burch strived for im- after he is physically gone and elected officials through- Mr. Burch saw through the tribe became a model for SYDNEY SANTISTEVAN proving water projects in La from this earth. I think it’s out the state held him in high improvements among edu- other Indian tribes through- 3RD PLACE (TIE), Plata County and education, fitting that his intentions for regard. Mr. Burch built on cation, health, and social out the United States. He HIGH SCHOOL health, social, and realty for his tribe and his family have these partnerships to help programs to become avail- also helped established the his people. a big impact locally. pass the statute creating the able to tribal members. The financial diversification plan “Do not follow where the Colorado Attorney Gener- Ultimately his personal Colorado Commission of In- most successful was the that includes several other path may lead. Go instead al Ken Salazar stated, “Dur- accomplishments of having dian Affairs in 1976. development of the tribe’s tribal energy companies and where there is no path and ing his many years with the a family, raising them with Leonard C. Burch was natural gas resources, creat- important investments both leave a trail.” — Harold R. Southern Ute Tribal Council, his wife, and instilling in also noted for his devotion ing Red Willow Gas Compa- on and off of the reserva- McAlindon Leonard’s energy and vision them the values of culture, to regional water resource ny, which even today is still tion. He received numer- As we come to yet another were keynotes to the historic tradition and community is development. In order for his very successful in business. ous awards recognizing his Leonard C. Burch Day, we progress for the Southern quite evident. work on the Animas-La Plata On December 10, 1933, achievements and accom- rejoice for our break from Ute Tribe.” Burch guided Thank you for honoring Project, he received the Citi- Leonard C. Burch was born. plishments throughout his school, work, and daily rou- the Tribe into peace with him once again by allowing zen’s Award from the United Later on in his life in the year lifetime. Some of his awards tine. But we can’t help but the Bureau of Indian Affairs us to learn of his paramount States Bureau of Reclama- 1954, Mr. Burch graduated and contributions were the wonder what this man did and other federal agencies so influence to our area — not tion. Burch’s high standard from Ute Vocational High Durango Area Citizen of the that was so significant to our that the Southern Ute could just Ignacio, but to La Plata of public service and strong School. After graduating he Year Award (1997), the 15th tribe, town, state and race. run their own enterprises. County and nationwide. leadership style will serve as enlisted in the United States annual Martin Luther King Born Christmas Eve, Red Willow Production an example for generations Air Force. After serving four Humanitarian Award (2000), 1933, in Ignacio, In Ignacio, Company is among the ANDY GUIRE of future leaders. years of military service that and the Council of Energy Colo., Leonard C. Burch’s state’s largest natural gas 2ND PLACE, His accomplishments not included being stationed in Resource Tribe’s Achieve- parents Sam and Clara Burch producers and belongs to the HIGH SCHOOL only benefitted the tribe, but Turkey, he returned home. ment Award (2002). presented him the Indian Southern Utes as their enter- the community in whole. Upon returning home back Leonard C. Burch was re- name “Shining Star,” which prise now. Chairman Burch Leonard C. Burch was an Bringing in an unimaginable to the reservation, he began spectful and active through was more than appropriate assisted in passing the statute inspiring, resourceful leader amount of monies to the working for the Realty Of- the culture of the Southern for his remarkable future. creating the Colorado Com- and warrior. His actions county, the proceeds helped fice of the Bureau of Indian Ute Indian Tribe. He partici- Mr. Burch graduated from mission of Indian Affairs in helped bring the tribe out in so many ways. For one, Affairs for five years. Within pated in the Southern Ute In- the Ute Vocational School in 1976. Burch’s undying will of poverty and to become it allows a better education those five years, he stared dian Tribe’s Sun Dance as a the year of 1954. After four and hard work will serve as one of America’s richest and for those for many years to to become familiar with oil dancer and as the Sun Dance years of honorable service in an example for future lead- most sophisticated Native come. Plus, buildings such and gas leasing and land title chief. Another cultural as- the United States Air Force, ers and people everywhere. American nations and ma- as the recreation center have Burch was also in the Unit- jor power in the Four Cor- been great for the town by ed States Air Force for a pe- ners. With over $1.5 billion getting people active and riod of four years. Burch was in assets, the empire was on giving them opportunities to highly known and received a rise. But every story has better oneself and keep kids the Citizens Award from the to have a beginning, and away from negative influ- United States Bureau of Rec- Leonard’s starts on Decem- ences like drugs and such. lamation. Mr. Burch believed ber 24, 1933, the day of his It is hard to think what life in preserving Ute heritage birth. Born to Sam and Clara would be like for the people and participated in the tribe’s Burch, in Ignacio, Colorado, of Ignacio if the events that Sun Dance and encouraged Leonard was given the Indi- took place had not hap- keeping Ute language alive. an name “Shining Star.” pened. I fear it might have On August 1, 2003, Leon- Back then, in the small turned for the worst, but am ard C. Burch suffered from a town in southwestern Colo- thankful all the same. There cardiac arrest that killed him; rado, no one could have are no words great enough he was 69 years old. The ac- known how prophetic that to thank him for all he has complishment and works of name would be. After gradu- done. It is an incredible feat this great man will always be ating from Ute Vocational of a distinguished man that remembered. High School in 1954, Burch shall forever be known for Personally I am thankful enlisted in the United States his legacy. we have a holiday to remem- Air Force, serving a tour Tradition was always ber his impact on our com- of duty in Turkey. When an important aspect of Mr. munity and to Indian people his tour came to end, he re- Burch’s life. He participated Christopher R. Rizzo/SU Drum Christopher R. Rizzo/SU Drum in general. The Southern Ute turned to his hometown and in the Southern Ute Indian Zachary Weinrich, an eighth-grade student at the Raeann Martinez, a seventh-grade student at Indian Tribe is very lucky worked in the Realty Office Tribe’s Sun Dance as both a Ignacio Jr. High School, was the second-place the Ignacio Jr. High School, was the third-place to have had such a passion- of the Bureau of Indian Af- dancer and Sun Dance chief. winner in the Leonard C. Burch essay contest. winner in the Leonard C. Burch essay contest. Contest December 14, 2012 naveekyaveini (7)

Mr. Leonard C. Burch re- GRADES 6-8 ZACHARY WEINRICH turned to our Southern Ute (ESSAY) 2ND PLACE, Tribe and started employ- JR. HIGH ment at the Realty Office CHLOE KNAPP of Indian Affairs, where he 1ST PLACE, Have you ever heard of broadened his knowledge of JR. HIGH Leonard C. Burch? Here is a oil, gas and land. quote from him that is titled Shortly after marrying his Leonard C. Burch was a “Making Our Own Way”: classmate Irene Coolidge, great leader of the Southern “We were under the thumb of the Navajo tribe, he set Ute Tribe who was dedicated of others for so long. You al- on his long journey to suc- to helping his tribe become ways had to get permission. cess. Mr. Burch then ran for prosperous. Leonard led a We are determined to make Southern Ute tribal chair- rich life filled with many good our own destiny.” This quote man in 1966 at the age of deeds. He had a wonderful in many ways tells us who 32 and became the youngest personality that touched ev- Leonard C. Burch was and chairman ever elected. Little eryone around him. Leonard what he did for his people did they know how influen- C. Burch was a loving and de- and the community. tial he would become. voted family man who always Leonard C. Burch had Mr. Leonard C. Burch stuck to the traditions of the amazing qualities of leader- served 30-plus years as our Southern Utes. ship and how to treat people. great leader. But it’s what he Leonard C. Burch was Mr. Burch was kind, respect- Robert L. Ortiz/SU Drum did during his extensive term born on December 24, 1933. ful, noble and a multiple more that really counts. He broke Leonard ‘s family gave him of great things. He didn’t do Members of the Burch family pose with poetry contest winners Jawadin Corona and Ocean numerous boundaries and the Indian name, “Shin- things for himself but for the Hunter of the Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy. reached unimaginable goals. ing Star.” After graduating good of his tribe. That is why “Strength of an Eagle.” Humanitarian Award. THIRD PLACE (TIE) Some might call this great high school, “Shining Star” he was able to do such great Leonard C. Burch was In the later years of his KIERRA FOURNIER man an activist or spokes- enlisted in the Air Force. things. He led by example. a longtime leader of the career, he worked closely man for Native Americans Leonard spent four years Leonard C. Burch was Southern Ute Indian Tribe. with members of the Tribal L ikeable everywhere, but in the eyes fighting for our country. Af- born on December 24, 1933 He served as chairman for Council to establish a finan- E xceptional of the Southern Ute people terwards, Mr. Burch took up in Southwest Colorado. His more than 32 years, from cial plan that involves several O utgoing he was much more. a job working in a realty of- parents were Sam and Clara the time of his first election energy companies and im- N eat Mr. Leonard C. Burch was fice of the Bureau of Indian Burch. His Native American in 1966. Under his guid- portant investments both on A doring that driving force behind the Affairs. He worked there for name was “Shining Star.” ance, the Southern Ute In- and off the reservation. The R espectable Animas-La Plata Project. He five years. Then Leonard be- He graduated from the Ute dian Tribe became a major financial development of the D azzling fought for the security of came the Southern Ute Tribe Vocational High School in economic force in the Four Southern Ute Indian Tribe B right our tribe’s water rights and chairman at the age of 32. 1954. Mr. Burch quickly Corners area, and also the has been greatly looked up U nique led oil and gas exploration Mr. Burch was the young- served a tour with the Air largest employer in La Plata to as a model tribe by Indian R esponsible on the reservation. He was est chairman ever elected for Force in Turkey. After this, County. Following his lead- tribes throughout the country. C heerful invited by five presidents of the Southern Ute Tribe. he worked for the Bureau of ership, the tribe saw count- His life was one dedicated H opeful the United States to appear When Leonard was Chair- Indian Affairs. less examples of community to the Southern Ute Indian conferences on Indian policy man, he used his vision and Leonard married Irene development and improve- Tribe and the Four Corners THIRD PLACE (TIE) at the White House. energetic personality to Coolidge, who is a Navajo ment in health, education, area. He remained respectful OCEAN HUNTER He brought a brilliant help the Southern Ute Tribe tribal member. They had sev- and social programs avail- of the culture and traditions future to the Southern Ute blossom in many ways. en daughters together. Then able to tribal members. of the Ute people. And for L eader Tribe, whose upcoming was Mr. Burch believed that the on August 1, 2003, Mr. Burch Leonard C. Burch prided this, he shall be remembered E lected not promised. Thanks to Mr. Southern Utes should own died from cardiac arrest. himself in maintaining re- as one of the greatest vision- O utstanding Leonard Burch, we went their own enterprises. After Leonard C. Burch’s first lationships with the United aries of the Southern Ute N ice from a tribe with a paucity convincing the Bureau of term as chairman was in States government, the State Indian Tribe for truly having A wesome of resources to one of the Indian Affairs to let the tribe 1966. He would be chairman of Colorado, and neighbor- the “Strength of an Eagle.” R espectful wealthiest, with assets of do so, the Southern Utes be- for over 32 years. Leonard ing governments. He suc- D ad more than $1.5 billion. gan to drill their own oil. brought the tribe from pov- cessfully obtained passage GRADES 4–5 B ought oil and gas rights Mr. Leonard C. Burch was Also, Mr. Burch worked erty to one of the richest in of federal laws permitting (POEMS) U nafraid suitably inducted into the on the Animas-La Plata Proj- America. He developed the the tribe to consolidate land R esponsible Colorado Business Hall of ect. This project is working tribe’s oil and gas companies. within the reservation. He FIRST PLACE C hairman Fame in 2004. In 1997, he toward getting the Southern Leonard C. Burch was in- did not want the South- JAWADIN CORONA H e was wise was awarded with the Du- Ute Tribe their water rights. strumental in getting the An- ern Ute Indian Tribe to be rango Area Citizen of the Leonard wanted the tribe to imas-La Plata water project dependent on the BIA, he Trusting man GRADES K–3 Year Award. In 2000 he was be independent and receive going. That project was for wanted the tribe to become Supported people (ART) presented with the 15th an- the money it deserved. The the Ute nation to receive wa- independent. Southern Ute Indian nual Martin Luther King Jr. tribe now has assets of at ter rights. Mr. Burch worked He was noted for his com- Good man FIRST PLACE Humanitarian Award and was least $1.5 billion. on it for over 20 years. mitment to regional water LAUREN DEKAY also bestowed with the Coun- Mr. Burch loved his fam- Education and preserving resource development. He SECOND PLACE cil of Energy Resource Tribes ily and was very traditional culture were some of his big- helped to create a group of BRANDON HANNA SECOND PLACE Achievement Award in 2002. Southern Ute man. Leon- gest priorities. Also, if you Indian and non-Indian water SAMARAH OLGUIN No matter where in the ard had four siblings, seven didn’t know, Leonard Burch users in southwest Colorado, L eader world Mr. Burch went, he daughters, and 14 grand- was the youngest chairman to help for construction of the E ducator THIRD PLACE never forgot to come home children. He was married to in the tribe’s history. Animas-La Plata Project cur- O ptimistic VINCENT NARANJO to his tribe to lead his peo- Irene Burch, whose maiden So, if you didn’t know rently being built as part of a N ative ple. He continued to respect name was Irene Coolidge. who Leonard C. Burch was, settlement of the tribe’s water A merican Southern Ute tradition by His daughters’ names are you now know about a great right claims. In recognition R espectful Winners of the Leonard participating in Sun Dance, Leonora Burch, Leona leader, great man. Arguably of his role in this, he received D evoted C. Burch Celebration of Life doubling as a dancer and the Burch, Lena Mae Burch, the greatest chairman of the the Citizens Award from C onfident Art and Literacy Contest Sun Dance chief. Lisa Burch-Frost, Leona Southern Ute Tribe. the United States Bureau of B rave will be on display this month As the flags at all of the Lucero, Laurena Burch, and Reclamation. He received U nforgettable at the Southern Ute Cultural tribal buildings went half Lynette Sage. RAE ANN MARTINEZ numerous awards during his R ational Center & Museum. mast on August 1, 2003, Leonard always respect- 3RD PLACE, lifetime, such as the 15th an- C onsiderate the tribe was saddened but ed the ways and traditions JR. HIGH nual Martin Luther King Jr. H eroic honored that we could have of the Southern Utes. Mr. such an amazing leader as Burch led Walk of the War- “I lead my Ute people into Mr. Leonard C. Burch pass riors. He also attended spe- the future.” The words of a Grades 1-3 art winners through our long line of lead- cial ceremonies like the Sun true visionary. The South- ers of the Southern Ute In- Dance. ern Ute Indian Tribe be- dian Tribe. His amazing feats Leonard C. Burch will be came progressive because of perseverance brought great remembered as a great leader of Leonard C. Burch and his things to this community. and family man who was de- “Strength of an Eagle.” Let’s just take a second voted to his duties. Mr. Burch Leonard C. Burch was and be thankful for all that was a very important part of a family man, Sun Dance he fought for us to have and the Southern Ute Tribe. He is chief, a Korean War vet- all the long-lasting benefits honored throughout Ignacio eran, a Southern Ute vision- that he established. and the whole Four Corners. ary, who led his people into I know this paper doesn’t He will forever remain in the future. A kind man who have enough words for the the hearts of the tribal mem- can be described by few requirement, but I thought bers, as well as the minds of words: strong and legendary. I’d put down a few ideas on the community. Leonard C. I believe his memory will what I researched and felt. Burch truly was a shining star. never fade; he truly had the

photos Jeremy Wade Shockley/SU Drum Members of the Burch family stand with art contest winners at the Ignacio Elementary School on Friday, Dec, 7.

Academy student Vincent Jeremy Wade Shockley/SU Drum Naranjo won third place for Members of the Burch family stand with essay contest winners at the Ignacio Intermediate his artwork. School on Friday, Dec 7. Walk/Run December 14, 2012 wawHchuwiini (8)

A strong showing marked the first annual walk/run, which was favored with unseasonably warm weather for December.

Irene Burch, wife of the late Leonard C. Burch, proudly wears a T-shirt commemorating her husband during the memorial In the footsteps of a leader walk/run, which took place Saturday, Dec. 8.

ore than 100 Southern Ute tribal M members, tribal employees and community members turned up at the SunUte Community Center on Saturday, Dec. 8 to participate in the Leonard C. Burch Memorial Walk/Run. The event included a 1-mile walk, a 5K run, and a special indoor track for elders. Photos by Jeremy Wade Shockley The Southern Ute Drum

Employees of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe also participated in the cultural event, which promoted healthy lifestyle and exercise with an optional 5K run.

Southern Ute Chairman Jimmy R. Newton Jr. reminisces on the life of Leonard C. Burch during his opening remarks. Newton also led participants under blue skies for Saturday’s 1-mile walk.

Lisa Burch-Frost lends a hand to Southern Ute elder Kenny Frost in placing the Eagle Staff prior to Saturday’s traditional blessing.

Left to right: SunUte trainer Robin Duffy-Wirth, Lisa Burch-Frost, and Tribal Council media coordinator Beth Santistevan draw names for raffle prizes following the walk/run.

Opening ceremonies took place in the SunUte Community Center with the help of local drum group Yellow Jacket. Family and community members stood quietly in honor of the late Leonard C. Burch during the opening ceremonies. Christmas tree December 14, 2012 suwarog’omasuwiini (9)

NATIONAL NATIVE AFFAIRS Pair of Christmas trees blessed by Ute elders arrives in D.C.

By Ace Stryker Scott Fitzwilliams, forest about that spirit,” he said. The Southern Ute Drum supervisor of the White River Vilsack said he was pleased National Forest, said he was to welcome the Ute tribes to The Southern Ute Indian “overwhelmed by the partici- Washington and also thanked Tribe joined the other Ute pation and involvement” of former Sen. Ben Nighthorse tribes Dec. 3 and 4 in Wash- the Ute tribes in the process Campbell, an Ignacio resi- ington, D.C., to witness the of getting the tree to Wash- dent, for driving the truck that end of the journey of two ington. He also gave a nod to carried the Capitol tree 5,000 very special Christmas trees. the Utes’ history on the land miles across the country. They had also been there from which the trees came. “It’s a special place for for the beginning. A month “We’re nothing more than America, this place called before, on Nov. 2, elders stewards of your ancestral Colorado,” Vilsack said. from each of the three Ute land,” he said. Under Secretary for Natu- tribes traveled to Meeker, Ken Coffin, ranger of the ral Resources and Environ- Colo. — part of the ancestral Blanco Ranger District where ment Harris Sherman called homelands of the Northern the trees were found, thanked the tree “the best darn Capi- Utes — to bless the trees be- the tribes for their help creat- tol Christmas tree I’ve seen fore cutting and loading onto ing ornaments. Those orna- since I’ve been here.” trailers, one bound for the ments adorned the NMAI Following the reception, U.S. Capitol and the other tree, the Capitol tree, and the tribal visitors moved for the Smithsonian Institu- other smaller trees in offices to the east lawn of the U.S. tion’s National Museum of around Washington. Capitol, where the tree — the American Indian. “It really made this project a 73-foot-tall Engelmann The NMAI tree was again just that much more special,” spruce — stood covered in blessed on Monday, Dec. he said, adding that some of lights and homemade orna- 3, after it had been placed his favorites were made by ments. Rep. Scott Tipton, outside the museum’s east tribal elders. R-Colo., and Sens. Michael entrance with lights and or- Knight said the NMAI Bennet and Tom Udall, both naments hung. Tribal elders tree, a subalpine fir, carried a D-Colo., spoke briefly, ac- Alden Naranjo of Southern spiritual essence visitors to the knowledging the contribu- Ute, Terry Knight of Ute museum would be able to feel. tions of their home state and Mountain Ute and Clifford “Some people don’t under- the Ute tribes. Duncan of Northern Ute per- stand it, but they’re going to Speaker of the House Rep. formed the second ceremony feel good about it,” he said. John Boehner, R-Ohio, then before a group of roughly The following evening, flipped the switch with the 30 tribal members who had festivities before the light- help of Ryan Shuster, a stu- made the trip. ing of the Capitol tree kicked dent and eagle scout from Naranjo, who also par- off with a U.S. Forest Ser- Colorado Springs. ticipated in the tree blessings vice Chief’s Reception at the Wrapping up the evening in Meeker, said the spirit of Department of Agriculture. was a reception hosted by A Southern Ute tribal seal adorns the Capitol Christmas tree alongside hundreds of other cooperation that brought the Several federal government Colorado’s Congressional ornaments, many created by tribal elders and children. trees to Washington marked heavyweights attended, in- delegation at the NMAI. In a stark change from the re- cluding Secretary of Agricul- attendance was Campbell, lationship between Native ture Tom Vilsack and Forest who told the Drum that the Americans and European Service Chief Tom Tidwell. Forest Service names the settlers when they first ar- Tidwell spoke about the Capitol tree every year, rived in North America. symbolic power of the tree to usually after a woman. On “We’ve come a long way,” heal some of the emotional Campbell’s advice, the tree he said. damage Coloradans suffered was named after a Southern Naranjo also thanked the during a summer fraught Ute tribal elder — becoming NMAI staff for taking care of with wildfires. the Annabelle Eagle Capitol the Ute artifacts in its collection. “This tree speaks volumes Christmas tree.

Scott Fitzwilliams, forest supervisor of the White River National Forest, thanks tribal elder Alden Naranjo with the gift of a jacket at the U.S. Forest Service Chief’s Reception in Washington, D.C., before the lighting of the Capitol Christmas tree.

The Capitol Christmas tree, named this year in honor of Southern Ute tribal elder Annabelle Eagle, glows resplendently against the night sky, with the dome of the U.S. Capitol looking on.

Photos by Ace Stryker The Southern Ute Drum Sen. Tom Udall, D-Colo., acknowledges the Ute tribes during a speech before the Capitol Christmas tree was lit.

Northern Ute elder Clifford Duncan and Southern Ute elder Alden Naranjo pose for a photo after blessing the Christmas tree at the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of the American Indian for a second time. Naranjo also participated in the first blessing before the tree was cut down in the White Pictured in front of the Capitol Christmas tree before the lighting ceremony are Southern Ute tribal members Elise Redd, Terry River National Forest in northwest Colorado. Box and Nova Dene Burch. Sports December 14, 2012 tog’omsuwiini (10)

IHS BOYS’ BASKETBALL IHS GIRLS’ BASKETBALL Revamped Cats batter Girls beat 4A teams to take Bloomfield, advance to 4-0 third in Shiprock, rise to 3-1

By Joel Priest By Joel Priest Special to the Drum Special to the Drum

There wasn’t anything to The Lady Bobcats recov- it, but to do it. ered from a Day 2 loss to And against 3A Bloom- take third place at the 2012 field (N.M.), the Ignacio Jerry Richardson Memo- boys did it. rial/Shiprock (N.M.) Lady Beginning with a three- Chieftain Invitational. point play by junior Kel- Despite falling to the load- ton Richmond, the Bobcats ed Class 3A hosts, a pair of bolted out to a 17-4 lead wins over 4A schools in the after just eight minutes of eight-team tournament had their Tuesday, Dec. 4 home Ignacio’s players feeling opener, en route to a 56-34 upbeat as they departed the defeat of the other Bobcats. Chieftain Pit. “Well, it’s a new day,” “Feels great, to put a tro- said Richmond, whose high- phy in our display case,” said arc bank shot from eight feet senior forward Mariah Vigil, out had stunned talented whose 13 points led the squad Shiprock (N.M.) three nights in a 40-28 triumph over Farm- earlier at at the 2012 Webb ington (N.M.) — a scorekeep- Toyota/Kirtland (N.M.) er’s error listed the “official” Central Boys’ Basin Invita- score as 38-28 — to close out tional, which ended with Ig- the Dec. 6-8 tourney. nacio coming out on top. Having faced former “And we needed to come Farmington skipper Ben out and get another ‘W,’” Tensay and Aztec (N.M.) on Richmond said after a Day 1, they Lady Cats had to 15-point performance against overcome similarly sluggish Bloomfield, which came on first quarters to take down the heels of dropping 12 on Joel Priest/Special to the Drum both the Lady Tigers and Joel Priest/Special to the Drum the Chieftains for a three- Ignacio senior Austin Haire (23) battles Bloomfield (N.M.) Lady Scorpions. Ignacio’s Michelle Simmons (3) grins while shooting over game Webb total of 29. Bobcats Tyler Barker (44) and Michael Crockett for an With zero field goals and Farmington’s Meeya Yazzie (2) during the third-place game With 6:04 left in the attempt near the rim during Ignacio’s home opener on only two points after a frame of the Shiprock (N.M.) Lady Chieftain Invitational. first half, freshman Wyatt Tuesday, Dec. 4. Ignacio won 56-34 in the non-league against Aztec, Ignacio’s 44- layup/point-blank attempts press was going to be a kill- meeting, improving their record to 4-0 before their final Hayes’ third three-pointer 31 come-from-behind vic- prior to intermission against er. And of course, it proved pre-Christmas contests. put Bloomfield behind 20- tory was locked up after Aztec, Ignacio’s lead enter- to be that,” said head coach 8, and with Webb MVP tler Antonio Torres ended Sargent, No. 10 in the Post holding Aztec to just one ing the home stretch with the Justa Whitt of the 57-39 loss. Clayton Jefferson sinking the game with 1-of-2 at the poll. Great Eight qualifiers point in the fourth. Defeating Lady Tigers — just 33 to 30 “We tried working through his two triples in the same stripe and 0:01 left. last season, but beaten im- Farmington came from sim- — wasn’t so cushy. it. We had them on the run quadrant, Ignacio led 28-16 Jefferson finished with mediately by Loveland Res- ply waking up after a quarter But the Lady Bobcats’ there for a minute when we at the break. 15 points and Hayes 11 for urrection Christian and then in which their 2-4-6 points 19-8 advantage for the third came back from half, and As fouls rapidly mounted Ignacio (4-0 overall), which ousted by Wiggins, the Farm- came at the 1:06, 2:13, and quarter, in which a Vigil la- I think ultimately … their against the guests, Ignacio’s began the season as a “Re- ers come in with a 1-1 record. 3:17 elapsed-time marks. yup gave them their first lead subbing ability, being able to lead grew to 41-22 through ceiving Votes” squad in The Mavericks, SJBL “I don’t know what was go- at 27-26, showed that mo- switch five out at a time, re- three quarters. Head coach the Denver Post’s Class 2A competition for Ignacio, ing on,” senior forward Pam mentum had swung convinc- ally makes a difference.” Chris Valdez tapped into preseason rankings. Sopho- reached the 1A Great Eight Cotton said of the slow start. ingly in favor of the 2A side. A long Pam Cotton jumper his bench to finish the job, more Adison Jones, in addi- last season, losing to even- “I guess we were kind of tired Two Simmons FTs with had put Ignacio up 6-3 ear- starting with freshman An- tion to holding down much tual runners-up Blanca from last night’s game, but 0:38 left in the third gave Ig- ly, and a 10-0 personal run thony Manzanares’ transi- of the glasswork, chipped Sierra Grande, but then we still got the win.” nacio a 32-30 lead, and her by Vigil in the third helped tion bucket off a Hayes feed in five points, and senior recovered with a win over Prior to the season, Farm- next two makes increased it keep a 24-11 halftime deficit with 6:50 remaining. low-post mate Austin Haire Springfield to reach the ington’s Michael Switch had to 39-31 with 4:36 left in the within reach, 39-27, entering Sporting a shirt and tie added four. consolation bracket final, to think of how to fill up to game. Fouling out for Aztec the fourth. for the Webb, senior Dimitri Michael Crockett and where they fell to Collbran eight vacancies on his grad- (3-4) on the play was junior “I just knew that, more Reynolds was activated for Ryan Johnson each scored Plateau Valley 50-47. uation-depleted roster. And catalyst Morgan Smith, and than likely, if you go in the contest inside IHS Gym- 10 for Bloomfield, and The Bobcats’ pre-Christ- the inexperience proved in- big sophomore forward Mi- you’re going to get fouled,” nasium and responded with Barker added seven. mas slate ends with a trip jurious, even after Ignacio’s kayla Paxton would do like- Vigil said of her tourney- two free throws in as many Up next for Ignacio will be to 3A Pagosa Springs on free-throw shooting sank wise with 2:52 left, held to long knack [21-of-34] to get tries. And converted wres- a Friday, Dec. 14 test against Thursday, Dec. 20. from 12-of-17 in the first a crucial zero points by the to the charity stripe. “So I half to 2-of-12 in the second. Vigil-Pam Cotton-Valerie just had to drive in.” Having officially led 10-5 Armstrong post patrol. A Vigil three-point play after eight minutes thanks In fact, of all those encoun- with 6:54 left in the clash, to a Vigil cleanup of a Cloe tered by Ignacio designated following a Simmons layup IGNACIO HIGH SCHOOL Seibel miss — set up by as either forwards or cen- off a steal, brought Ignacio Winter sports schedules precision passing that had ters, only Farmington frosh back to 39-32, and when Farmington completely con- Shayna Carlowe achieved Whitt called timeout with fused — the Lady Bobcats’ a seven-point total. Even- 3:59 left the Lady Cats were Boys/girls basketball advantage ballooned to 22- tual Tournament MVP Chi- still close at 42-34. 10 through 16. ashonya Nelson of Shiprock But when Shiprock ju- Date Opponent H/A B/G C/JV/V Time Farmington (1-3 overall) (4-1) managed just six, as did nior Arantxa Curley (seven DEC. 14 Sargent H B/G JV/V 4 p.m. approached as close as 22- teammate Courtney Steele in points) canned a three with 21 Pagosa Springs A B/G JV/V 4 p.m. 17, but three straight Sky the Lady Chieftains’ win. 1:45 left, capping an 11-3 JAN. 8 Dolores A B/G JV/V 4 p.m. Cotton layups sent the game Things didn’t turn out burst, the Pit’s seats began 10-12 Aztec Tourney A B V TBA into the fourth quarter with quite so well against emptying for the night. 10-12 Kirtland Tourney A G V TBA Ignacio comfortably ahead. Shiprock. Junior star Taylor Henderson 19 Ridgway H B/G JV/V 3:30 p.m. Shaking off seven blown “We knew that … their was held to eight points, and 22 Pagosa Springs H B/G JV/V 4 p.m. fellow All-Tournament pick 25 Dove Creek A B/G V/G-JV/B 5 p.m. Ashley John four, but classmate FEB. 1 Nucla H B/G JV/V 4 p.m. Shania Harry was the differ- 2 Ouray A B/G JV/V 3:30 p.m. ence-maker with her 20. 5 Bayfield A B/G JV/V 4 p.m. Simmons (point totals of 9 Mancos H B/G JV/V 3:30 p.m. 8-3-10) was later announced 12 Monticello H B C/JV/V 3:30 p.m. as Ignacio’s All-Tourney 16 Telluride A B/G JV/V 3:30 p.m. honoree, after Shiprock ath- 23 Norwood H B/G JV/V 3:30 p.m. letic director Rick Edwards MAR. 1-2 Districts (Cortez) A B/G V TBA looked like a genius to locals 8-9 Regionals (Durango) A B/G V TBA following a Lady Chieftain 14-16 State (Pueblo) A B/G V TBA varsity-versus-JV show- down for the title. C team games will be up to number of athletes for each team. “Actually I wasn’t expect- ing them to make it,” he said, amazed by the junior varsity’s Wrestling 68-45 Day 1 rout of 2A New- comb (N.M.) and 64-46 defeat Date Opponent V/JV H/A Time of Farmington on Day 2. DEC. 21 Dolores Dual V/JV A 5:30 p.m. Larenson Henderson’s 22 Piedra Vista V A 9 a.m. varsity, after a close 12-9 JAN. 11 Rocky Mountain Dual V/JV A TBA first quarter, ended up de- 12 Rocky Mountain (Pagosa Springs) V A 9 a.m. feating Nanel Walter’s JV 19 Salida Tourney V/JV A 9 a.m. 61-46, but the underdogs 25 Paonia Dual one V A 5 p.m. fought the entire way, hardly 26 Paonia Tourney V/JV A 9 a.m. even making friendly eye FEB. 1 Bayfield Dual V/JV H 5:30 p.m. contact during pauses. 2 Butch Melton Invite V/JV H 9 a.m. “They go at it like that the 7 League (Dolores) V A 5 p.m. last 40, 45 minutes of prac- 15-16 Regional Tournament (Grand Junction) V A TBA tice,” Edwards said. 21-23 State Tournament (Denver) V A TBA Carlowe and Paxton also Joel Priest/Special to the Drum received All-Tourney nods, All schedules subject to change Ignacio’s Sky Cotton (24) hovers to pass between Shiprock’s as did Northwest’s Chelsea www.ignacioschools.org/IHS/Department/4-Sports-Zone Chiashonya Nelson (42) and Shania Harry (13) during a loss to the Lady Chieftains in tournament play at SHS. 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Council members bid farewell RAFFLE Win one Cow Elk permit Hunt will take place Saturday, Jan. 12, through Sunday, Jan. 20, 2013 on the Sandoval/ Mesa Hunt Unit/Southern Ute Tribal Land. Guide not provided, but optional for a fee. Tickets are $5 each, tickets can be purchase at SUCAP Central Administration Offices at 285 Lakin Street, Ignacio. 970-563-4517. Permits are valued at $300. Drawing will be held Wednesday, Jan. 9. Winners must attend the mandatory orientation on Friday, Jan. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Sky Ute Casino Resort. Must be 14 or older to hunt. 18 and younger must have a Parent/Guardian accompany them. 21 and younger need Hunter Safety Certification.

Permits donated by the Southern Ute Division of Wildlife.

A long time coming

photos Christopher R. Rizzo/SU Drum Southern Ute Indian Tribal Councilman Howard D. Richards Sr. receives a blanket from colleagues Aaron V. Torres and Vice Chairman James M. Olguin. Friends and family members joined employees of the Southern Ute Permanent Fund for a farewell ceremony for Richards and Joycelyn Dutchie, whose terms are expiring, in the lobby of the Leonard C. Burch Building on Monday, Dec. 3. Richards is running for re-election and will appear on the ballot during the Friday, Dec. 14 runoff election at the SunUte Community Center.

Joycelyn Dutchie, whose term on the Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council expired earlier this month, smiles as colleagues photos Joel Priest/Special to the Drum Ramona Y. Eagle and Pathimi GoodTracks wrap The Ignacio Bobcats stand with a trophy sought for nearly 30 years: the first-place her in a blanket to honor prize from the Webb Toyota/Kirtland (N.M.) Central Boys’ Basin Invitational, at last her service. secured on Saturday, Dec. 1 after a 58-57 win over 3A Shiprock (N.M.) inside Kirtland Central’s Bronco Arena. Holding the trophy, with help from teammate Justin Carver to his left, is junior Kelton Richmond, whose buzzer-beating floater midway down the lane defeated the Chieftains after IHS had beaten the 4A Broncos 57-49, then routed 1A Whitehorse (Montezuma Creek, UT) 58-30 to reach the championship. Third place and Full-bore for the score the Sportsmanship Award went to 2A Las Cruces (N.M.) Mesilla Valley Christian, which beat KC 37-32. Fifth place went to 3A Bloomfield (N.M.), 33-18 over WHS.

Ignacio’s Ellie Seibel (2) dashes past a Bloomfield Ignacio’s Clayton Jefferson (N.M.) defender during the (11) flies towards the rim Lady Bobcat JV’s season- during the Bobcats’ 58-57 opener on Tuesday, Dec. win over 3A Shiprock (N.M.) 4 at home. Nearly rallying in the finale of the 2012 Webb from a dozen-point deficit at Toyota/Kirtland (N.M.) Central halftime, Ignacio trailed just Boys’ Basin Invitational 30-25 after three quarters inside Kirtland Central’s and 43-35 after four. Seibel Bronco Arena on Saturday, and teammates Roshae Dec. 1. Observing in the Weaver, Gabriela Garcia background are Chieftains and Chrystianne Valdez all Darryle Nelson (5) and accompanied the varsity to Patdric Toehe (42). Jefferson tournament action recently in was named Tournament MVP Shiprock, N.M., and all saw and All-Tournament, along action that could later prove with teammate Wyatt Hayes, vital in the 2012-13 season. Shiprock’s Hiram Gleason, Ignacio’s varsity opened the Kirtland Central’s Christian year by beating Bloomfield Mackey, Michael Crockett 49-34. of 3A Bloomfield (N.M.), and Joel Priest/Special to the Drum 2A Las Cruces (N.M.) Mesilla Valley Christian’s Jeff Adler. Girls score third • from page 10

Smiley, Celeste Lansing of 1A Montezuma Creek (Utah) Whitehorse, Lacy Howe and Shantel Grey of the SHS JV, and Newcomb’s Autumn Brown, maker of a buzzer-beating trey to beat Aztec 35-34 for fifth place. Whitehorse and North- west had previously pro- vided early-arriving fans a thriller in the seventh-place game, with the Lady Raid- ers improving to 1-5 by edg- ing the Lady Falcons (2-4) 68 to 66. Grey also garnered the first Deborah “Doc” Waters Outstanding Player Award for her workman-like play. “Overall we did OK. I think we could have done a lot better,” Whitt said. “We had a lot of missed shots that we should have made, and that’s just something that we have to keep practicing.” Vigil racked up 43 points for the tournament, 16 com- ing against Shiprock. Pam Cotton totaled 22 (nine ver- sus Aztec), Sky Cotton 18 Joel Priest/Special to the Drum (eight versus Farmington), Ignacio’s Mariah Vigil (25) tears a rebound away from Aztec’s and Armstrong 12 (six ver- Morgan Smith (33) during the Lady Bobcats’ 44-31 win sus AHS). Seibel was held to during tournament action in Shiprock, N.M. just two, but provided valu- improved to 3-1 overall en- A Thursday, Dec. 20 trip able minutes along with re- tering their Friday, Dec. 14 to 3A Pagosa Springs will be serve Gabriela Garcia (five non-league game with 2A Ignacio’s last action before points) as the Lady Bobcats Sargent. the Christmas holiday break. News December 14, 2012 tog’omsuwiini-waiku-chipikwag’atü (12)

TRIBAL COURT NATIONAL NATIVE AFFAIRS Understanding the meaning NCAI pleads reauthorization of and purpose of bail Violence Against Women Act

By Tim Heydinger is released, and that the history. A person who has a Staff report the National Congress of ment on the tribal provi- SU Tribal Court defendant is not unneces- history of failing to appear is National Congress of American Indians is calling sions of VAWA. We remain sarily detained while the going to have a higher bail American Indians on House Majority Leader hopeful that a comprehen- People often misunder- matter is pending. simply to ensure the person Rep. Eric Cantor, R-Va., and sive VAWA bill can and will stand the meaning and pur- Ensuring the defendant re- returns to court. Significant progress is be- authors of recent Senate and move forward before this pose of bail in the context of turns to court is arguably the At the bail hearing, there- ing made on the long-sought- House legislation to contin- session of Congress ends,” criminal proceedings. primary reason for requiring fore, both the prosecutor and after Violence Against ue discussions and pass final said Jacqueline Pata, execu- Criminal defendants bail. the defense will bring factors Women Act reauthorization, legislation. tive director of NCAI. “It’s frequently come out of a When considering the type to the court’s attention. It’s including the critical tribal “We believe there is a hero time on both sides of bail hearing feeling like and amount of bail, the court up to the court to consider all provisions of the bill, and path to bipartisan agree- the aisle.” they’ve already been found considers several factors factors when it sets the type guilty of the current alle- outlined in the Tribal Code. and amount of bail. gations, when that is not These the circumstances sur- Setting bail is difficult be- Working together the case at all. rounding the alleged offense, cause of the competing inter- When a person is suspect- the person’s ties to the com- ests involved. On one hand, ed of committing a criminal munity, their past criminal the court must set bail in an offense, they frequently are history, and their record of amount that will ensure the arrested and taken to jail. appearing, or failing to ap- defendant returns and abides In order to be released from pear, in prior court proceed- by the conditions of their re- jail, they will be required to ings. lease. On the other hand, the post bail. People frequently don’t court must remember that Bail, or a bail bond, is understand why their prior the defendant is presumed a promise by the defen- criminal history, including to be innocent and therefore dant that, if he is released, their history of appearing or should not be unnecessarily he will appear at all future not appearing, is discussed incarcerated. court proceedings and abide at a bail hearing. The reason People must understand by all conditions of release. is simple: Prior criminal his- that the setting of bail by the All bail bonds come with a tory, and prior history of ap- court is not a finding of guilt dollar amount, and if the de- pearing or failing to appear, in the present case, even fendant fails appear in court are specifically mentioned though findings of guilt in or to abide by the conditions in the Tribal Code as factors prior cases are relevant to of their release, they may be the court is to consider when the bail determination. It’s Beth Satistevan/SU Tribal Council required to pay or forfeit to setting bail. simply a response to com- In an effort to improve relations with the Town of Ignacio, Southern Ute Chairman Jimmy the court the dollar amount This only makes sense. A peting interests: ensuring R. Newton Jr. hosted a collaborative dinner at the Sky Ute Casino Resort on Thursday, stated in the bail bond. person with no criminal his- the community is protected Nov. 15. The meeting aimed to foster greater collaboration between the two governments. The purposes of bail are tory is going to have a lower and the defendant returns to Newton said he wants the entities to work together on issues for the betterment of the to ensure the defendant bail (and thus have to give court, balanced against the community and the tribe. Pictured (left to right): Thomas Atencio, trustee; Stella Cox, will return to court if re- the court less money in order interest in ensuring the ac- mayor pro tem; Ray Larson, trustee; Linda Moore, trustee; Howard D. Richards Sr., Southern Ute Tribal Council member; Alison DeKay, trustee; Newton; Ena Millich, mayor; leased, that the public is to be released) than some- cused is not unnecessarily Mike Lee, town manager; and James Brown, director of Public Works. not at risk if the defendant one with a lengthy criminal incarcerated. Taste of an Ignacio Christmas

n Friday, Dec. 7, Taste of Ignacio decked the halls and the Ignacio Elementary O School gym. Vendors, patrons and community members came to buy and sell local arts and crafts and enjoy hot chocolate provided by the Sky Ute Casino Resort and elk chili provided by the Carmelitas of the San Ignatius Catholic Church, and to sing songs and share in the Christmas spirit.

Many children took turns on Santa’s lap to tell him what they want for Christmas.

The Ignacio High School band plays Christmas songs.

Izabella Carmenoros is adorned Even the Grinch showed his with a balloon reindeer. face. Audry Brady (right), program director of the Boys & Girls Club Local children were excited to share their Christmas wishes Photos by Robert L. Ortiz of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, and her helpers raise money with Santa at the Taste of Ignacio. The Southern Ute Drum during the cakewalk.

Gina Cosio barters with a Taste of Ignacio vendor selling Chistmas crafts. Jason Carmenoros, with son Jeremy, gives a Rockies blanket a once-over. Voices December 14, 2012 tog’omsuwiini-peiku-chipikwag’atü (13)

COMMUNITY GREETINGS EXPRESS YOUR OPINIONS

WORDS OF As our tribal communi- APPRECIATION ties have journeyed by fol- FROM GOV. RICHARD lowing the footprints that LUARKIE, LAGUNA have been left by those that PUEBLO came before us, we must Greetings from the Pueb- carefully and consciously lo of Laguna. I hope that consider the footprints we this article finds all of you are leaving for those that in good health and in good are coming behind us. We spirits. It is with a happy are blessed because of the heart and a thankful spirit contributions made by our that I write these words of ancestors and we must now appreciation to your tribal envision what our children community. will inherit from us. In November of this year, By sharing and allowing BURCH FAMILY OFFERS your tribal council and others to go into your lands THANKS wildlife board allowed sev- and partake in the blessings ‘I lead my Ute people in to eral of our traditional lead- of the creator, it is very the future’ ers the opportunity to par- clear that you are making The Leonard C. Burch ticipate on a cultural hunt footprints that generations Family would like express on your beautiful tribal to come will be proud to our utmost appreciation to lands. It was a fruitful hunt follow. I am proud and the following who made this and the people in our com- thankful for what you have event to honor our father, munity were so very thank- allowed. Your kindness, in- Rhiannon Velasquez poses with her nice Leonard C. Burch: ful for the blessing of deer viting spirit, and welcom- meat buck she took over the weekend on • Southern Ute Tribal that came to our Pueblo. In ing community is setting an the east side of the res. It was way up on Council particular, the elders and example for many others to one of the mountain tops and took a while • Maynes, Bradford, Shipps young people were espe- follow. to track (half a day) but with the help of her & Sheftel cially excited to see the May the creator continue two brothers and dad they were able to find • Executive officers deer come into our homes. to bless the people and lands this beautiful high country muley buck. It is a • Beth Santistevan, Tribal During my term as gover- of the Southern Ute Indian 4 X 5 buck with 3 inch eye guards and has Council media coordinator nor for the Pueblo of Lagu- Tribe for all that you share an outside spread of 33 5/8ths inches, main • Chris Rizzo, Drum na, I have impressed on our with the rest of us. beams were 26 inches long. Several unusual administrative assistant people how critical it is to As we continue on our things happened on this hunt that led to this • Sunshine Flores, Tribal exercise the core values of journey, I want you to know moment but in the end everything worked Council executive assistant love, respect, self-discipline that with every bit of my out. Congratulations on a nice trophy and • Robin Duffy-Wirth, SunUte and obedience for self and limited humanity, all of my what a way to end your 2012 hunting season! fitness manager, and SunUte others. It is a daunting chal- prayers, positive thoughts staff lenge, but a challenge that and support are with your • Growth Fund, TIS, cannot be avoided. In this community. I look forward SUCCM, MIS, Sky Ute light, I want to acknowl- to the opportunity to con- Casino Resort, Growth Fund, edge your tribe for exer- tinually nurture our young and all other tribal departments cising these core values by relationship and hope that • Extended appreciation to inviting us into your lands we can forge a solid part- KSUT, Yellow Jacket drum to hunt and partake in the nership for generations to group, Southern Ute Veterans blessings of the mountains come. Association and Kenny Frost, and the creator. As the governor of La- Sun Dance chief In addition to your invi- guna and on behalf of my To the selected anonymous tation, your staff members Pueblo people, may you all judges of the literacy contest Steve Whiteman, Aran have a blessed, magical and of the LCB essay, a job well Johnson and Lovvis Down- peaceful Christmas with done! If we have forgotten Glass were very helpful family and friends. May the anyone, we apologize and it and respectful and made new year bring you joy, hap- was not intentional. us feel welcome in your piness, hope and renewed In closing, the Burch fam- homelands. Prior to the commitment to continually ily sends warm wishes for hunt, several of your coun- do your best. a wonderful holiday season cil members met with us and a peaceful new year. and extended a sincere and With warm regards, May Creator be with us all. heartfelt welcome to your Richard Luarkie, governor community as well. For this Laguna Pueblo Burch family I am truly thankful. PANTHER MARTIN’S TROPHY FISH CONTEST WINNER: GABRIEL PINNECOOSE EDITOR’S NOTE: ALL LETTERS PUBLISHED IN THE SOUTHERN UTE DRUM Monday, Dec. 3 ARE PUBLISHED AS SUBMITTED AND DO NOT REFLECT THE OPINION OF THE Brown Trout SOUTHERN UTE DRUM OR THE SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN TRIBE. I caught this fish at the end of the afternoon at a pool at a drop in the river. I went to a new The Southern Ute Drum encourages letters from readers on any topic. We ask that letters be 500 pool and it was the first cast into this pool! words or less. Letters deemed to be libelous will not be published. Letters should be submitted by email to [email protected] by the end of the day Monday preceding publication. TO MY WONDERFUL CHILDREN, STAIS, DERMARR AND BAHOZHO

Have a great holiday and enjoy Christmas. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year’s. CRIME & POLICE We love you guys so much and I hope you give thanks to Jesus being born. Take care my little ones. SUPD officer involved in Love, Mom Dec. 5 shooting

Staff report they approached the resi- iff’s Office and the Critical SU Indian Tribe dence, 24-year-old Anthony Incident Task Force, which Martinez ran at officers with includes representatives A Southern Ute Police a bat. He was repeatedly or- from the sheriff’s office, the Department officer was in- dered to drop the bat and Durango Police Department volved in a shooting shortly continued toward the of- and the Colorado Bureau of after 3:30 a.m. on Wednes- ficers even after an initial Investigation, are conduct- day, Dec. 5 after being con- shot was fired. ing an investigation into the fronted by a man wielding a Martinez was hit in the shooting. baseball bat. lower abdomen and taken The Internal Affairs Sec- Three Southern Ute of- to St. Anthony Hospital in tion of the U.S. Bureau of ficers were following up Denver. Three other people Indian Affairs’ Office of on an assault that occurred at the residence were also Law Enforcement will also earlier in the evening at a arrested. monitor the investigation residence near Ignacio. As The La Plata County Sher- and review the conclusions.

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NOTICE – SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN TRIBE OBITUARIES NOTICE OF DIRECT FINAL RULEMAKING AND REQUEST FOR COMMENTS ON (1) INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE OF CERTAIN EPA-ESTABLISHED NEW SOURCE SEIBEL – Harold Duane Seibel, 64, died Monday, PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND CERTAIN NATIONAL EMISSION STANDARDS December 10, 2012 at his home in Ignacio, Colorado. A FOR HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS AS PART OF THE RESERVATION AIR CODE Graveside Service will be held Saturday, December 15, AND (2) CERTAIN NON-CONTROVERSIAL REVISIONS TO THE TITLE V OPERATING 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at Ignacio West Cemetery. PERMIT PROGRAM Mr. Seibel was born February 27, 1948 in Durango, Col- The Southern Ute Indian Tribe/State of Brenda Jarrell, Air Quality Program (AQP) orado the son of Willard and Betty Seibel. Harold grew up Colorado Environmental Commission is Manager for the Tribe, by one of the following in Arboles and attended the Allison Community Country taking direct final action on (1) the addition methods: school during his primary years. He then attended Junior of certain new source performance standards • E-mail: [email protected] High and High School in Ignacio, graduating from Ignacio and certain national emission standards for • Mail: Southern Ute Indian Tribe/State of HS in 1966. He went to Fort Lewis College and graduated hazardous air pollutants to the Reservation Air Colorado Environmental Commission, c/o from there in 1971. While attending FLC, he met Lillian Code (“RAC”) and (2) certain insignificant Brenda Jarrell, Air Quality Program Manager, Weaver. They were married in Aztec. He began a long ca- revisions to the Commission’s Title V Operating Southern Ute Environmental Programs Division, reer of carpentry and construction - doing various projects Permit Program (“Title V Program”). The new P.O. Box 737 MS# 84, Ignacio, Colorado, 81137 all around the four corners. When he was not working, source performance standards (“NSPS”) and • Fax: 970-563-0384 national emission standards for hazardous air • Hand delivery: Air Quality Program, Harold has a great passion for art. He enjoyed painting, drawing and sculpture. He was an pollutants (“NESHAP”) are those that have been Environmental Programs Division, Southern avid sports fan of his grandchildren. He traveled to as many games as he could, braving all established by the United States Environmental Ute Indian Tribe, 398 Ouray Drive, Ignacio, kinds of weather. Harold was a member of the Ignacio Bahá’í Community. Protection Agency (“EPA”) under Sections Colorado, 81137 He is survived by Betty Seibel (mother) of Arboles, Judy McDonald (sister) of Arbo- 111 and 112 of the Clean Air Act (“CAA”), IV. Supplementary information and summary les, Kenneth (Jane) Seibel (brother) of Arboles, Karen (John) Espalmer (sister), Marylin respectively, and which generally apply to oil description of Code additions and revisions (Mike) Warren (sister), Lillian Seibel (wife) of Ignacio, Vince (Julia) Mirabal (son) of and gas operations on the Southern Ute Indian to Title V program. Ignacio, Shane (Melanie) Seibel (son) of Ignacio, Reservation. The incorporation by reference The Commission is publishing this direct final Grandchildren: Sunshine Flores , Skyler Mirabal , Leila Rose Mirabal , Roman Seibel , of the NSPS and NESHAP into the RAC will action without a prior proposed rule because Dylan Sanchez , Trae Seibel , Cloe Siebel , Ellie Seibel , Clay Seibel , enable the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and the it views the addition of Art. II. Parts 2 and 3 Commission to exercise authority with respect to to the RAC as a noncontroversial action and Great Grandchildren: Sonny, Kadence , Aiden, Adrian, Kelly and Tommy. the incorporated standards and requirements and anticipates no adverse comments. The EPA- He was preceded in death by his father, Willard Seibel, May 8, 2011. will reduce administrative burdens on owners established standards and requirements that and operators. The insignificant revisions to the will be incorporated by reference into the RAC Commission’s Title V Program will eliminate by the addition of Art. II Parts 2 and 3 already VELASQUEZ – Filidelfio “Phil” Velasquez, 72, died discovered typos, correct spacing errors, make apply to Reservation sources of air pollution Monday, December 3, 2012, at his home in Ignacio, Colo. minor clarifying corrections, and, at the request and their incorporation into the RAC will enable Recitation of the Rosary was Friday, December 7, 2012, at of operators, add a method for operators to the Tribe and Commission to exercise authority St. Ignatius Catholic Church. A Funeral Service was held choose to calculate fees that will be simpler, but with respect to the incorporated standards and Saturday, December 8, 2012, also at St. Ignatius Catho- will result in a higher payment. requirements. Additionally, the incorporation I. Dates. This action is effective on 01/29/13 by reference of the NSPS and NESHAP into lic Church. Father Douglas Hunt of St. Ignatius Catholic without further notice, unless the Commission the RAC will reduce administrative burdens on Church officiated. Burial occured at Ignacio West Cem- receives relevant adverse comments by owners and operators by eliminating the need etery in Ignacio. 12/29/12. If the Commission receives relevant for certain compliance reports to be submitted Mr. Velasquez was born May 10, 1940, in Ignacio, the adverse comments, it will publish a timely to both EPA and the Tribe. son of Augustine and Felicita Velasquez. Phil grew up in withdrawal in the same manner in which this Additionally, the Commission views the Ignacio and attended school there. In 1960 he graduated notice was published informing the public that revisions to the Commission’s Title V Program from Ignacio High School, where he excelled in foot- this action will not take effect. as a noncontroversial action and anticipates ball, basketball and wrestling. After graduation, he began The addition of the NSPS and NESHAP to the no adverse comments because the revisions working as a carpenter. He worked for the Southern Ute RAC is conditioned upon the Tribe receiving are merely elimination of typos, spacing authorization from the EPA to implement corrections, minor clarifications, and, at the Head Start for 27 years. NSPS and NESHAP (established by EPA under request of operators, the addition of a method He enjoyed fishing, camping, hunting and horseback riding. He attended his grandchil- Sections 111 and 112 of the CAA, respectively) for operators to choose to calculate fees that dren’s sporting events and enjoyed time with them as well as with his great-grandchildren. on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. The will be simpler (by using potential to emit rather He liked spending his Saturdays having shopping sprees with his Uncle Fidel Velasquez Tribe expects to receive such authorization than actual emissions), but will result in a higher and also liked going to the Shiprock Fair. before the effective date of this action. payment. He is survived by Lesida Archuleta (companion of four decades) of Ignacio, Annette The non-controversial revisions to the If the Commission receives adverse comment, Velasquez (daughter) of Ignacio, Tina Naranjo (daughter) of Bayfield, seven grand- Commission’s Title V Program will become it will publish a timely withdrawal in the same children (Tracy, Eric and Chasity Bean of Ignacio, Nick Mandy and Derrick Naranjo effective upon approval of the revisions by the manner that this notice has been published of Bayfield, and Dawnnet Naranjo of Peoria, AZ), four great-grandchildren, EPA. informing the public that the action will not take II. Legal authority under which the rule is effect. It also will publish a notice of proposed Sam Velasquez (brother) of Ignacio, Alex Velasquez (brother) of Ignacio, Virginia proposed. rulemaking and will address the comments on Velasquez (sister) of Bloomfield, N.M., Prescilla Holman (sister) of Farmington, N.M., Legal authority is vested in the Southern Ute the direct final action as part of that proposed Georgiann Alcon (sister) of Bloomfield, Marlene Rodriguez (sister) of Bloomfield, Indian Tribe/State of Colorado Environmental rulemaking. Martha Monte (sister) of Magna, Utah, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Commission by the Intergovernmental V. Where a complete copy of Art. II, Parts 2 He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Joe Velasquez, Abel Velasquez, Teddy Agreement Between the Southern Ute Indian and 3, and the Title V program revisions, can Velasquez, and Jose Velasquez, and his sisters Lillian Olguin and Pauline Velasquez. Tribe and the State of Colorado Concerning be obtained. Air Quality Control on the Southern Ute Indian A copy of Art. II, Parts 2 and 3, as well as a Reservation dated December 13, 1999 (“IGA”), redline showing the non-substantive revisions tribal law (Resolution of the Council of the to the Commission’s operating permit program, Southern Ute Indian Tribe # 00-09), State law is available upon request from the Tribe’s AQP REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (C.R.S. § 24-62-101), and federal law (Act of Manager who can be contacted by e-mail, mail, Southern Ute Indian Tribe - Legal Assistance October 18, 2004, Pub. L. No. 108-336, 118 fax, or in person at the addresses noted above. Stat.1354) to adopt rules and regulations for air Article II, Parts 2 and 3, and the redline also are Southern Ute Indian Tribe requests proposals fee per hour, number of hours per month, quality programs applicable to all lands within available at the following website: http://www. to provide legal assistance to Native American experience with legal assistance for victims, the exterior boundaries of the Southern Ute southernute-nsn.gov/air-quality/environmental- victims of domestic violence to assist victims experience with Southern Ute Tribal Court and Indian Reservation. The Commission’s direct commission with divorce, legal separation, protection documentation to practice law in the State of final rulemaking authority can be found in For further information contact: Brenda orders, child custody & support, housing, public Colorado. section IV.G. of the Commission’s Procedural Jarrell, AQP Manager, Air Quality Program, benefits, name changes, identity theft, credit Proposals should be submitted by Dec. 18 to Rules. Southern Ute Indian Tribe, P.O. Box 737 problems, and debt collection. Funded through Monte Mills, Director Southern Ute Indian III. Submission of comments. MS#84, Ignacio, Colorado, 81137; office 970- a Department of Justice grant from the Office Tribe Legal Department PO Box 737 Ignacio, Please provide any comments no later than 563-4705 ext. 2246; fax 970-563-0384; e-mail on Violence Against Women, the contract would CO 81137. For more information please contact 12/29/12. Please submit your comments to [email protected]. extend to Sept. 30. Please provide: legal Lisa Manzanares at 970-563-0100.

SOUTHERN UTE TRIBE N° 000 RUN-OFF ELECTION Dec. 14, 2012 • 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. OFFICIAL BALLOT OF THE SunUte Community Center SOUTHERN UTE TRIBE RUN-OFF ELECTION Candidates for Tribal Council member seats are: DECEMBER 14, 2012 Notice - Vote for two

Delbert D. Cuthair Jr. TRIBAL COUNCIL MEMBER Howard D. Richards Sr. Notice - Vote for Two Adam Red Delbert D. Cuthair, Jr. Alex S. Cloud Howard D. Richards, Sr. NOTE: THE TWO CANDIDATES RECEIVING THE HIGHEST NUMBER OF VOTES SHALL BE ELECTED Adam Red Alex S. Cloud

VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2012 by 5 p.m. NOTICE: THE TWO CANDIDATES RECEIVING THE HIGHEST NUMBER OF VOTES SHALL BE ELECTED ABSENTEE BALLOT REQUEST DEADLINE * * * * Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2012 by 5 p.m. 1. Polls open at 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. at EMERGENCY ABSENTEE BALLOT DEADLINE the Sun Ute Community Center. Thursday, Dec. 13, 2012 by 5 p.m. 2. VotingSAMPLE is by secret ballot. Questions or concerns, call 970-563-0100 ext. 2303 or 2305. 3. Voting by proxy is not allowed. Off-reservation tribal members, call1-800-772-1236 ext. 2303. Persons waiting in line to vote at 7:00 p.m. Email is [email protected]. will be allowed to vote. The Election Board is open Monday through Friday at 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Classifieds December 14, 2012 tog’omsuwiini-manüku-chipikwag’atü (15)

Southern Ute Growth Fund – Job announcements In The Southern Ute Tribal Court Obtain complete job descriptions and applications from the Growth Fund Human Resources, Of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe • On the Southern Ute Reservation 14933 Hwy. 172 • P.O. Box 367 • Ignacio, CO • 970-563-5064 • [email protected] PO Box 737 #149, CR 517, Ignacio, CO • 970-563-0240 Tribal member employment preference, must pass pre-employment drug test & criminal history. In the Legal Name Change of, In the Estate Of, Field Maintenance Foreman Establishes maintenance programs to minimize Case No.: 2012-0156-CV-NC Case No.: 2012-0142-CV-PR Closes12/17/12 – Aka Energy well and facility down time. Develops and NOTICE OF LEGAL NAME CHANGE NOTICE OF PROBATE Maljamar, NM. Supervises and performs work trains field personnel to become more cost Patrick Aaron Watts, Civil Subject Edward Bent Box Sr., Deceased related to the operations, maintenance, and effective and improve production performance. Notice is hereby given that Patrick Aaron Watts Notice to: Heirs, devisees, legatees, creditors mechanical integrity of field compressor station Monitors and manages capital projects and has filed an application for legal change of and all other persons claiming an interest in equipment to include all field compressor station major expense projects relating to production name, to be known hereafter as Patrick Salomon said estate: The Southern Ute Indian Tribe of equipment, pumps, gas compressors, coolers, operations. Assists the President and Chief Puerto. Any person desiring to object to the the Southern Ute Indian Reservation, Ignacio, dehydration equipment, and control systems. Financial Officer in developing and managing granting of the petition may do so by filing an CO: Greetings: Take notice that a petition has of corporate annual budgets. objection in writing with the Clerk of the Court been filed in this cause, alleging that the above Land Specialist no later than December 19, 2012 by 5:00pm. If decedent died leaving certain assets, and asking Closes12/17/12 – GF Dept. of Energy Land Records Analyst I no objection is made, the Court will grant the for the determination of heirs of said decedent, Ignacio, CO. Assisting with and coordinating Closes12/21/12 – Red Willow Production legal name change. the administration of said estate including the the land projects between BIA, Permanent Fund Ignacio, CO. Obtains and maintains orderly and Dated this 19th day of November, 2012. allowing of creditors of said decedent and for Land Division and the Growth Fund Department accurate land records for all Red Willow interest BY THE COURT, distribution thereof. You are notified that said of Energy. Works under the direct supervision of properties, both operated and non-operated, Maria Farmer, Court Clerk cause will be set for hearing before the Tribal the Department of Energy Manager to oversee including leases, joint operating agreements, Court at the above address on January 15, 2013 encoding of the oil and gas documents into divisions of interest, and title opinions. Maintains In the Legal Name Change of, at 9:00 AM. All persons having claims against the BIA Trust Asset Accounting Management lease records database, including agreement Case No.: 2012-0150-CV-N C the above estate are required to file them for System and prepare and/or investigate oil and stipulations for all operated and nonoperated­ Trennie Risa Burch, Civil Subject allowance with the Tribal Court at the stated gas documents for BIA review and approval. properties. Works with Red Willow landmen and NOTICE OF LEGAL NAME CHANGE address on or before the time and date of said partners to obtain and maintain accurate lease and Notice is hereby given that Trennie Risa Burch hearing, as above set forth or said claims shall Production/Revenue Accountant II contract records. Assists with other land issues filed an application for legal be forever barred and all persons interested in Closes12/17/12 – Red Willow Production as needed. Respond to communications from change of name, to be known hereafter as said estate are hereby notified to appear and Ignacio, CO. Performs revenue and production interest owners. Prepare reports as needed. Trennie Risa Collins. As ofDecember 3, 2012 answer said Petition and offer evidence in accounting duties. no person filed an objection to the request, and support of their position. The Court will proceed Land Records Analyst II therefore notice is hereby given that Trennie to hear the matter at the date and time set above, Utilities Operations Supervisor Closes12/21/12 – Red Willow Production Risa Burch name shall be and is hereby legally or such later time to which the matter shall be Closes12/17/12 – Utilities Division Ignacio, CO. Analyzing and interpreting oil and changed to Trennie Risa Collins. continued and to make the determination therein Ignacio, CO. Supervision of all Utilities gas leases, assignments and various documents Dated this 3rd day of December, 2012. necessary. operations. to document and maintain orderly and accurate Chantel Cloud Dated this 7th of December, 2012 land records for all interest properties, both Southern Ute Tribal Judge Janie Herrera, Deputy Court Clerk Vice President of Operations operated and non-operated, including leases, Closes12/17/12 – Red Willow Production exploration agreements, joint operating Ignacio, CO. Manages Field Production agreements, and title opinions; maintains Operations in line with company goals lease records database, including agreement Sky Ute Casino Resort – Job announcements and objectives; ensures safe and efficient stipulations for all operated and non-operated Human Resources Department: 970-563-1311 • Fax: 970-563-1419 operation of wells and associated equipment properties. Works with landmen and partners P.O. Box 340 • Ignacio, CO 81137 • Office Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and facilities to maximize production and to obtain and maintain accurate lease and Indian Preference Employer • All Applicants Welcome • Apply online: www.skyutecasino.com minimize well and facilities down time. contract records. Assists with other land issues Establishes systems and procedures to control as needed; responds to communications from Bowling Hotel costs and maintain operations within budget. interest owners; prepares reports as needed. Bowling Lead Technician – FT, 12/14/12 Front Desk Staff – TMP, 12/14/12 Food & Beverage Table Games Executive Sous Chef – FT, 12/21/12 Craps Dealer – FT, 12/14/12 Multi-Games Pit Boss – PT, 12/14/12

SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN TRIBE Powwow Committee vacancy

The Southern Ute Indian Tribe has four is to promote the traditions and culture of the Powwow Committee member vacancies. Must Southern Ute Indian Tribe through powwows. be an enrolled Southern Ute tribal member or a All interests individuals are urged to submit Native American community member. Members a letter of intent to Personnel Department in serve on a voluntary basis. The responsibility of the Leonard C. Burch Tribal Administration the Southern Ute Indian Powwow Committee Building.

REQUEST FOR RESEARCH PARTICIPANTS Southern Ute Cultural Center & Museum

Southern Ute Cultural Center (SUCCM) and the end of the study. Membership on and Museum in coordination with Fielding the committee is voluntary and will be for Graduate University. Interested tribal approximately 18-14 months. The committee members and community member input is will evaluate SUCCM and discuss ideas that needed for an educational leadership and will help the museum be sustainable in order change research committee. SUCCM has to preserve Ute traditions, history and cultural approved of the director to work on this project education programs. Please submit a letter of involving “participatory action research.” intent in person to SUCCM or by mail to P.O. The committee will meet at the beginning Box 737, #95, Ignacio, CO 81137.

SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN TRIBE Boxing Commission vacancy

The Southern Ute Boxing Commission currently Submit your letter of intent by 3 p.m. on Dec. has one (1) commission vacancy, a three year 20 to: term, individual will receive commission pay, Southern Ute Boxing Commission, P.O. Box the commission is open to anyone of interest. 737-74, Ignacio, CO, 81137 or you can hand The qualifications are; deliver your letter of intent to Hilda Burch • Must be 21 years of age at the Tribal Housing Department. Attention: • Shall be of good character Phillip Martinez, Chairman 970-563-0100 ext. • Shall not have been convicted of or plead 2239 or Hilda Burch, Vice-Chair 970-563-4710 guilty to any felony or boxing related offenses ext. 2722

SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN TRIBE Gaming Commission vacancy

The Southern Ute Indian Tribe is seeking two • Must submit an application form and a letter (2) Southern Ute Tribal Members to serve on the of interest explaining why the applicant wishes Gaming Commission for a three (3) year term. to be appointed to the Commission; and Applicants must possess the following attributes • Must undergo a background investigation. pursuant to the Regulation One of the Gaming Applications may be obtained at the Division Commission Rules and Regulations: of Gaming Office – Licensing in the West Wing • Must be at least twenty-one years of age; of the Justice Complex, 149 County Road 517, • Must possess a basic knowledge and Ignacio, Colorado, 81137. understanding of gaming activities authorized Applications and letters of interest are required on the Southern Ute Indian reservation; to be turned into the Division of Gaming Office • Must have experience or expertise in regulatory by 5:00 PM, Monday, December 17, 2012. matters or in administrative hearing procedures; Any questions can be answered by the Division • Must have the ability to observe restrictions of Gaming at 970-563-0180. concerning conflicts of interest and confidentiality; Posted November 19, 2012 – D.O.G.

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Tribal Nations Conference • from page 1 Tri-Ute, CCIA in Denver • from page 1

CHAIRMAN'S TAKE ful the meeting would gen- update on the process of con- OTHER MEETINGS erate more and closer coop- verting the facility to tribal Newton said he was im- eration between the federal oversight. pressed by the tally of ac- Though the Tribal Nations government and the tribe. “[We are] exploring op- complishments in Obama’s Conference was certainly the tions for health insurance for first term. When someone biggest meeting in Washing- LOOKING FORWARD our tribal members, pros and suggested it was the best ton during the week, Newton cons,” Newton said. four-year span for govern- also spent time in other con- Obama’s speech at the Newton said keeping ment-to-government rela- ferences in smaller groups or Tribal Nations Conference families together through tions in U.S. history, he was on an individual basis. ended with a popular refrain the tribe’s Social Services inclined to agree, he said. He met with Rep. Scott Tip- heard over and over during Division has been a priority “History-wise, they’ve ton, R-Colo., to express sup- his re-election campaign: during his administration. taken away, but now we’re port for certain tribal energy “We’ve got more to do.” He said the tribe must do ev- getting to a point where bills and to urge consideration Looking forward, he said erything possible to prevent they’re giving back to us,” of the needs of Indian Coun- he’s pushing Congress to parental terminations. Jeremy Wade Shockley/SU Drum he said. “Everything’s kind try, such as Bureau of Indian enable tribes to prosecute “As chairman, I don’t Members of the Ute Mountain Ute Tribal Council unfold their of reversed now. We’re in Affairs funding, during nego- anyone accused of violence want to see that,” he said, tribal flag to add to the collection on the walls of the Denver Indian Center. the driver’s seat and we’re tiations over the “fiscal cliff” against a woman on a reser- adding that it’s important to getting that support.” now facing Congress. vation, regardless of wheth- keep the cultural component out the meeting with its gymnasium. Hanging across Newton said past Southern Tribal attorneys also met er they’re Native American. in social services. report, touching on bud- the high walls were flags Ute leader Orion Box used with staffers from the offices Such cases are currently Regarding the annual Tri- get cuts, education, Ute from dozens of North Amer- to say a leader “utilizes and of Sens. Michael Bennet and returned to federal courts, Ute Games, Newton raised language, and the need for ican tribes, including the Co- unites his people” — a pattern Mark Udall, both D-Colo., where — according to a 2010 the question of whether improved local Internet manche Nation, Cheyenne Obama seems to be following. to promote similar positions. study by the U.S. Govern- first-generation descendants service. River Sioux, Fort Peck and “His administration has Newton said the real high- ment Accountability Office should be allowed to com- Councilman Manuel Heart Chickasaw Nation. consulted with us, asked us light of the trip — perhaps — attorneys decline to pros- pete alongside enrolled trib- expressed hope for more Newton reminded House ‘What do you think?’ That’s even greater than the White ecute two-thirds of them. al members. The purpose of action and follow-through about a possible opportu- unheard of,” Newton said. House conference — was a He’s also advocating a fix the games is to “unite” tribal on Tri-Ute discussions. He nity to create an internship “That’s rare.” meeting on the evening of to the U.S. Supreme Court’s youth, he said. also encouraged cooperation position for a tribal member Preceding the president’s Tuesday, Dec. 4 with Sec- 2009 decision in Carcieri v. Also up for discussion was among the three tribes and a within the commission. speech were others by mem- retary of the Interior Ken Salazar, which said the feder- the ongoing challenge of blending of “Ute ways and “We have not forgot about bers of his Cabinet. Tribal Salazar. Newton joined the al government can’t take land tribal-member housing. the white man’s world.” that gracious offer,” House leaders also participated leaders of just five other into trust for tribes that were “One thing we need to Chairman Gary Hayes an- said. in one of several breakout tribes for an intimate meet- recognized after the Indian focus on is tribal housing,” nounced a proclamation for House also talked about sessions on topics such as ing with Salazar, Deputy Reorganization Act of 1934. Newton said, suggesting a day in honor of the late the commission’s efforts to economic development, law Secretary David J. Hayes, Obama said many chal- the tribe should revamp its Chairman Ernest House Sr. provide informational fly- enforcement and cultural Assistant Secretary for In- lenges tribes face are the same credit program to help tribal ers about the Colorado Ute preservation. dian Affairs Kevin Wash- as those threatening Ameri- members get homes, better CCIA tribes to cultural centers and Newton attended “Building burn, BIA Director Michael cans in general, including homes. tourist attractions through- Healthy Communities, Excel- S. Black and others. rebuilding the middle class, Discussing cultural preser- The Colorado Commis- out the state. It’s important lence in Education and Native Salazar asked the tribal protecting the environment, vation, Southern Ute Coun- sion of Indian Affairs meet- to raise awareness of the American Youth.” The discus- leaders for an evaluation and creating opportunities and cil Lady Joycelyn Dutchie ing took place Friday, Nov. tribes’ history and presence sion was interesting, he said, of his department’s perfor- reasons to hope in the future. said she was concerned that 30. Colorado Lt. Gov. Joe in the state, he said. but primarily highlighted the mance. Newton, along with “These are the challenges the old ways are not being Garcia and commission Ex- There was discussion progress of the Southern Utes Chairwoman Irene Cuch that we can only solve to- passed on. ecutive Secretary Ernest concerning standardizing relative to some other tribes. of the Northern Ute Indian gether, and that’s been our ap- “In many ways, I guess the House Jr. joined the South- the terms and conditions “Some of it doesn’t really Tribe, expressed concerns proach to the unique challeng- Ute culture is fading away,” ern Ute and Ute Mountain for agreements between the apply to us because South- over administrative delays es facing Indian Country,” she said. “Maybe the under- Ute tribes for the meeting. state and tribes. ern Ute is so far advanced in the processes for conven- he said. “And I’m hopeful standing of who you are and First up was Executive “I think it is important that in what we’re doing. … tional energy development. not just because of the work where we come from is not Director Jay Grimm of the we are consistent,” Garcia We’re trailblazers in Indian Salazar pledged to work with all of you are doing, not just there.” Denver Indian Center, where said. Country,” he said, citing the the tribes to address the issue. because of the solemn com- Announcing her upcoming the meeting took place. Hayes emphasized the tribe’s scholarship program “That meant more than mitment of tribal leaders all departure from her council Grimm highlighted the suc- economic impact created by as an example. “It’s hard to anything else,” Newton said across this country. I’m also seat, Dutchie urged all Ute cess his center has found in the tribes tribes in southwest address some of our unique of the meeting. “For as long hopeful because of the rising leaders to continue attending the Denver community. Colorado. The tribes are the concerns because we’re one as I’ve been on council … generation who I’ve seen em- Tri-Ute meetings, to make “We are really living and No. 1 employers in the re- of a kind. We’re maximizing that hasn’t really been done.” brace the responsibility of fol- the council stronger. breathing it here,” he said. gion, he said. and flexing our sovereignty.” Newton said he was hope- lowing in your footsteps.” “There is a reason why The center aims “to em- Following a presentation we are coming together as a power our youth, families on the successes of the Ute Tri-Ute [Council],” Dutchie and communities through Mountain Ute Tribe under LOCAL IGNACIO WEATHER said. self-determination, cultural the Native American Graves Newton then turned the identity and education.” Protection and Repatriation Friday, Dec. 14 Saturday, Dec. 15 Sunday, Dec. 16 conversation toward the House opened by giv- Act, House thanked the tribe budget committee and trib- ing an update on the Fort for its work. al-member employment, Lewis College Native “I can’t tell you how much saying he’s been “pleased American tuition waiver, of a process and how much with [his] administration in which allows Native Amer- of a blessing it is,” he said. increasing tribal-member ican students to attend the “So thank you.” employment even with the school free of charge. Cur- Key points from South- budget cuts.” rently, Fort Lewis College ern Ute included fostering Tribal-member employ- is enrolling more Native a youth community through Chance of Snow 38˚F Mostly sunny 36˚F Mostly sunny 38˚F ment has increased 7 percent American students than any the Boys & Girls Club of the during his administration, he other school, resulting in Southern Ute Indian Tribe; said. increased costs. Gov. John collaboration with local, “We are all collaborating Hickenlooper is request- state and federal authorities Dec. 13 Dec. 19 Dec. 27 Jan. 4 Jan. 11 on the tribal administration ing additional funds to help on the Ignacio Area Corridor side,” said Executive Officer fund the waiver. Access Plan; tribal member Weather data for Nov. 26 – Dec. 6 Steve R. Herrera Sr. Newton said it’s important scholarships; and govern- 100 Temperature Southern Ute Cultural that the waiver be preserved. ment-to-government rela- 90 Preservation Department “I think it is very impor- tions with the state. 80 Director Elise Redd gave a tant to understand the history “Continuing to have the 70 High 59.2˚ 60 cultural presentation. She as to why there is a Native best health care for our tribal 50 Low 19.6˚ emphasized cultural preser- tuition waiver at Fort Lewis members [is a priority],” 40 Average 37.3˚ 30 vation and the Ute language College,” Newton said. Newton said. 20 Average last year 31.8˚ — which today is spoken The Southern Ute and Ute The third quarterly meet- Average hourly temperatureAverage (˚F) 10 fluently by just 47 Southern Mountain Ute tribes present- ing is set for March 21, 2013, 0 11/27 11/29 12/1 12/3 12/5 Utes, she said. ed their flags to Grimm for coinciding with the Denver Ute Mountain Ute closed display in the center’s large March Powwow. .45 Precipitation .4 .35 3 Total 0.00” .25 Total last year 0.11” CALENDAR OF EVENTS .2 .15 .1 SUNDAY, DEC. 16, 12:15 P.M. parents. The Ignacio Youth Baseball .05 Average hourly percipitationAverage (inches) Our Lady of Guadalupe Feast League is holding its annual meeting on 0 The Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Dec. December 19 at 5:30 p.m. at the Ignacio 11/27 11/29 12/1 12/3 12/5 12, falls in the middle of the week. St. Peter- Library. This is the second year of Little 25 Wind speed St. Rosa Catholic Church, 18851 Hwy 151, League and we are looking forward to

20 Arboles, CO 81121 will celebrate this feast many more years. This year we will be Average 6.2 at its bi-monthly service on Sunday, Dec. registering ages 7-14 and possibly tee 15 Minimum 1.4 16 with a Mass celebrated at 12:15 p.m. ball. Hope to see everyone there to show 10 Maximum 20.9 and a fiesta dinner, raffle, silent auction, your support in another successful year and children’s games afterwards. Please of baseball. 5 join us to celebrate this annual event. Raffle Average hourly wind speed (mph) Average 0 tickets may be purchased from a member JAN. 30 - FEB. 3, 2013 11/27 11/29 12/1 12/3 12/5 of the Carmelitas for $1 each or six for $5. Snowdown Winter Festival St Peter-St. Rosa Church was built in 1978 Our premier winter festival is a non- 160 Visibility & humidity 140 merging the Rosa, NM and Arboles, CO traditional and bit zany celebration of 100 120 churches when the two original churches winter. Think nerds and geeks as you 80 100 Average visibility 100.0 were torn down to make room for Navajo celebrate “Get Your Geek On.” Enjoy more 80 60 Average humidity 48.4% Lake Reservoir. The church serves families than 60 unique events: evening torchlight 60 40 in the Arboles, Allison, and Tiffany area. parade, ski softball tournament, Snowdown 40 Balloon Rally, wine tasting, beard growing

20 hourly humidity (%) Average Average hourly visibility (miles) Average 20 Air quality WEDNESDAY, DEC. 19, 5:30 P.M. contest, Snowdown Follies, Bed Race, a 0 0 Good 11/27 11/29 12/1 12/3 12/5 Ignacio Youth Baseball Annual Meeting magnificent fireworks show and more at Attention Ignacio community and www.snowdown.org Data compiled by Southern Ute Environmental Programs Weather forecasts collected from www.NOAA.gov