Southern Ute Iroquois Ignacio, CO 81137 JULY 25, 2014 representation Lacrosse team Bulk Permit No. 1 Vol. XLVI, No. 15 at NMAI visit Denver Official newspaper of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe For subscription or advertising information, call 970-563-0118

$29 one year | $49 two years PAGE 3 PAGE 8 INSIDE THIS ISSUE Culture 3 Health 4 Education 5 Sports 8 Voices 10 Classified ads 11 WINNER OF 11 “TOP OF THE ROCKIES” AWARDS IN 2014 www.sudrum.com Team Colorado compete in Canada, NAIG

Robert L. Ortiz/SU Drum Team Colorado pose for a quick photo before boarding the bus beginning their journey to the Great White North. A blessing was done by Southern Ute tribal elder Byron Frost and a prayer offered for a safe journey as the team compete in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada during the 2014 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG), July 20 through July 26. NAIG, part one

By Sacha Smith Colo. to Regina, Saskatch- The Southern Ute Drum ewan to represent Colorado.

As of Thursday, July 24 BASKETBALL Sacha Smith/SU Drum half of the participating Michael Mills, Ute Mountain, carries in the Colorado state sports at the North Ameri- The day after Team Colo- flag into the opening ceremony of the North American can Indigenous games have rado’s arrival in Canada, the Indigenous Games. come to an end. girls and boys basketball teams Team Colorado began kicked off the games before the See more NAIG photos in this issue of the Drum on pages 6-7. A follow-up to the games will be in the Aug. its journey to the games on opening ceremony even began. Sacha Smith/SU Drum 8 issue of the Drum, look for slideshows and video of Team Colorado’s volleyball team take their turn holding the Friday, July 18 making the the games on the Drum’s website at www.sudrum.com Team Colorado banner during the opening ceremony. 1,200 mile trip from Ignacio, NAIG page 6

ROAD RUNNER STAGE LINES SPOTLIGHT ON... Durango-Grand Junction KSUT Public Radio bus service to start July 15 art 2 of 3: Throughout its ongoing years providing service By Peter Tregillus Southern Ute Community P to the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, KSUT Public Radio has Action Programs continued to expand its name into the homes of listeners. Over the next three issues, the Drum will be highlighting the Southern Ute Community Action Programs, Inc. (SU- history surrounding KSUT’s origin as well as the station’s CAP) is announcing the res- plans for its foreseeable future. Tune in to KSUT Tribal Radio toration of Durango-Grand 91.3 FM in Ignacio (www.ksut.org) for ongoing broadcast of Junction ground transporta- tion beginning Tuesday, July tribal related news, music, and information. 15. Service will be by motor- coach, seven days per week, 365 days per year, and will operate under the name (dba) 2000’s: KSUT makes of Road Runner Stage Lines. Damon Toledo/SU Drum archives The route will leave Du- tions in funding to purchase my, and sometimes it doesn’t rango at 7 a.m. and travel via the two vehicles required to make sense to fly.” the split Durango, Mancos, Cortez, operate the service (rotating Funding to operate the Dolores, Rico, Telluride, Pla- service and maintenance) route come from fares, with By Sacha Smith cerville, Ridgway Montrose, have delayed startup from 12-month operational defi- The Southern Ute Drum Delta, arriving in Grand the original target date of cits up to $245,000 covered Junction at 12:38 p.m. The May, 2013 to July 15, 2014. with Federal Transit Ad- KSUT was first known return trip will leave Grand Sidny Zink, Transportation ministration Section 5311-f as a tribal radio station. But Junction at 1:45 p.m, arriving Commissioner for CDOT funds managed by the CDOT as many may not be aware, back in Durango at 7:47 p.m. Region 5 said, “This is such a Division of Transit and Rail. KSUT is now an indepen- The one-way fare Duran- great example of parties com- SUCAP does not anticipate dently operated radio sta- go-Grand Junction is $40. ing together to meet a need, an operational deficit that tion on the Southern Ute Here is a fare schedule. where one party could not do high since it will be operat- Indian Reservation. Gradu- The coach is equipped it alone. It took time and te- ing only part of the year in ally shifting from a tribally with a wheelchair lift. The nacity to make it happen, but 2014. Funding to purchase funded station to an inde- service welcomes riders who it did, the SUCAP team.” the two coaches comes from pendent non-profit through have disabilities, who are Clayton Richter, director FTA 5311-f funds and State the early 2000’s. Damon Toledo/SU Drum archives encouraged to communicate of SUCAP’s Road Runner of Colorado FASTER funds. “Over the last two de- Broadcasting, four corners dependent non-profit it still their needs to drivers. Transportation program di- To start, riders may pur- cades KSUT has become memberships, underwrit- remains a tribal organiza- This restores inter-city vision, reported, “We have chase tickets from the driver financially independent ing, grants and the Tribes tion through bylaws that bus service discontinued by been getting calls for over in cash (exact amount, no … and to which today and in-kind services. mandate Native Americans Greyhound in September, a year asking when this ser- change will be carried by the for the last decade we have The in-kind services pro- hold the majority of the 2011. Greyhound contin- vice will hit the road. We driver), or with a credit or deb- been operating indepen- vided by the Tribe include; seats on the KSUT Board ues to operate bus service are very happy to be starting it card. In a few weeks (but not dent of tribal financial sup- accounting services, access of Directors, he said. connecting Grand Junction service July 15 with experi- right now), passengers travel- port, other then in-kind,” to the employee benefit In 2000, KSUT split with Denver, Las Vegas-Los enced drivers. We would like ing within the Durango-Grand KSUT Development Di- plan, and use of the KSUT into the two signals, Four Angeles, and the rest of the to thank the City of Durango Junction route segment will be rector, Bruce Campbell building. Corners Public Radio national Greyhound system. for entering into a lease with able to purchase tickets online said. “The Tribe has, and “With the growth and and KSUT Tribal Radio. Shortly after the Grey- SUCAP so that riders can at www.roadrunnerstagelines. still does provide generous popularity of the Four Cor- Broadcasting native and hound announcement, SU- access the service at the Du- com. Right now, however, ba- in-kind support and that ners signal, we became none native music on one CAP contacted CDOT to rango Transit Center.” sic information on fares and makes up about 10 percent independent of tribal fund- signal was difficult and explore ways to restore the Peter Tregillus, SUCAP’s schedules may be found at of the budget today.” ing because of the support confusing to some listen- Colorado portion of the Program Developer said, www.sucap.org. According to Campbell of the greater four corners ers, he said. route. With the approval of “SUCAP is very pleased with Passengers traveling with- KSUT has an annual bud- community, from member- “By only broadcasting the SUCAP Board of Di- the partnership with CDOT in the Greyhound system will get of about one million ships and underwriting,” on one signal; we weren’t rectors, SUCAP submitted and Greyhound, resulting in be able to purchase tickets to dollars coming from a va- he said. “ It was a gradual serving either group of lis- an application to CDOT in an affordable transportation Denver or any other Grey- riety of sources including: independence.” June, 2012 and received a alternative for parts of rural hound destination online at the Corporation of Public Though KSUT is an in- KSUT page 9 notice of grant award in Sep- Colorado. Not everyone can tember. However, complica- afford to fly in today’s econo- Road Runner page 2 Update July 25, 2014 waini (2)

Road Runner stage lines • from page 1 MANY MOONS AGO www.greyhound.com start- Transportation program divi- • The Training Advantage ing July 15. Passengers trav- sion of Southern Ute Com- (the job training partner in eling to southwest Colorado munity Action Programs, Colorado Workforce Centers destinations served by Road Inc. (SUCAP). SUCAP was serving 17 counties) Runner Stage Lines from established in 1966 by the • Peaceful Spirit (residen- departure points across the Southern Ute Indian Tribe tial and outpatient alcohol country may also purchase and its non-tribal neighbors and substance treatment) tickets online at www.grey- in Ignacio, CO to meet com- • The Ignacio Senior Cen- hound.com. munity needs. ter (nutrition and special The route is a collaborative SUCAP is not a part of the transportation services for partnership between SUCAP, Southern Ute Indian Tribe, persons with disabilities and CDOT and Greyhound. The but serves as its delegate the elderly) service will be “inter-lined” agency in operating pro- • SUCAP Youth Services with the Greyhound system. grams for the Tribe. SUCAP (positive youth develop- That means that riders any- also operates other programs ment, youth substance use where in the Greyhound sys- independent of the Tribe. prevention, and after-school) tem will be able to purchase All SUCAP programs and • Road Runner Transpor- tickets online at www.grey- services are available to per- tation (scheduled service on hound.com. Southwest Colo- sons without regard to race, three routes: Ignacio-Du- rado destinations are set to religion, ethnicity, gender or rango, Ignacio-Aztec, NM, go “live” July 15, but riders gender identity. SUCAP now Bayfield-Durango; Ignacio are cautioned to be prepared operates programs through Area Dial-a-Ride service) to pay the driver while the six program divisions: For more information, service gets experience with • Southern Ute Montessori contact Peter Tregillus at the ticket purchase systems. Head Start and Early Head SUCAP offices 970-403- Road Runner Stage Lines is Start (child and family de- 0614, or email at ptregil- operated by the Road Runner velopment) [email protected].

ROAD RUNNER STAGE LINES SCHEDULE Dave Brown/SU Drum archive

DURANGO to GRAND JUNCTION GRAND JUNCTION to DURANGO 10 years ago Location Arrives Departs Location Arrives Departs County Road 314, as it nears Highway 172 from the west, will have a distinctly different Durango 7:00 AM Grand Junction 1:45 PM look in a couple of weeks. The road will actually take a turn to the southern and come Mancos 7:30 AM Delta 2:30 PM down across what was the old Show Me Farm. That portion of the old CR 314 the “ramp” Cortez 7:47 AM 8:02 AM Montrose 2:56 PM 3:11 PM is replacing will be closed to through traffic and allow access only to nearby residences. Dolores 8:15 AM Ridgway 3:43 PM Paving on the CR 314/316 Project will begin on Monday, July 26, beginning at the west Rico 8:57 AM Placerville 4:26 PM end of 314. During the two-week paving job, traffic will be restricted to one lane. Telluride (Conoco) 9:39 AM 10:09 AM Telluride (Conoco) 4:35 PM 5:05 PM Placerville 10:18 AM Rico 5:47 PM This photo first appeared in the July 23, 1984, edition of The Southern Ute Drum. Ridgway 10:45 AM Dolores 6:29 PM Montrose 11:17 AM 11:32 AM Cortez 6:42 PM 6:57 PM Delta 11:58 AM Mancos 7:14 PM Grand Junction 12:43 PM Durango 7:44 PM

IT’S YOUR VOTE • IT’S YOUR TRIBAL COMMUNITY

The Election Board has determined these are the dates for the upcoming 2014 General Election, according to the Constitution and the Election Code.

General Election - Friday, November 7, 2014 – 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Constitution; Article IV, Section 1: There shall be annual elections on the first Friday in November.

General Election Residency Deadline - Friday, August 8, 2014 Constitution; Article IV, Section 5: A candidate shall physically reside within the present exterior boundaries of the Southern Ute Reservation for at least ninety-days (90) preceeding the election. SU Drum archive Statement of Intention Deadline - Monday, September 8, 2014 by 5 p.m. Election Code 11-3-101 (3): A Statement of Intention shall be filed with the Election Board 20 years ago not less than sixty-days (60) preceding the date of the General Election. Natural Resources Division Chief Mike Olguin examines map of burn with members of Election Board Decision Regarding Eligibility Deadline- Tuesday, September 23, 2014 he Zuni fire crew. Election Code 11-3-102 (2): Any decision of the Election Board regarding eligibility shall This photo first appeared in the July 22, 1984, edition of The Southern Ute Drum. be made at least forty-five (45) days before the election

Notice of Election - Wednesday, October 8, 2014 Election Code 11-4-102 (1): Election Board shall post notices of the election within the Southern Ute Reservation at least thirty-days (30) before each election.

Voter Registration Deadline - Wednesday, October 29, 2014 by 5 p.m. Election Code 11-1-104 (1): Any enrolled Southern Ute Tribal member, 18 years or over, shall register themselves to vote by this date and time to be qualified to vote at the upcoming election. The deadline to do so is seven (7) business days before the election.

Absentee Ballot Request Deadline - Wednesday, October 29, 2014 by 5 p.m. Election Code 11-5-102 (2): The application, letter, or telephone call requesting an absentee ballot must be received by the Election Board no later than the close of business at least seven (7) business days before the election

Emergency Ballot Request Deadline - Thursday, November 6, 2014 by 5 p.m. Election Code 11-5-107 (1) (2) (3): A voter may make a written request that the Election Board provide him an emergency absentee ballot if: (a) He will be confined in a hospital or at his place of residence on election day because of events arising after the deadline for absentee ballot requests; or (b) He must be absent from the reservation on election day and the reason for such absence arose after the deadline for absentee ballot requests. The written request shall contain the following: (a) the voter’s name and address; (b) The SU Drum archive nature of the emergency causing confinement or absence from the reservation; and (c) The voter’s signature. 30 years ago The emergency ballot request must be made before the day of the election. The Election Arco computer camp banquet night certificates were handed out to the Computer Camp Board shall review emergency requests on a case-by-case basis. If the Election Board participants by Mr. Briggs, Lillian Seibel, and Don Bushnell, Computer instructor. determines not to grant the request, the voter shall be promptly notified of the denial and the reason. If the Election Board determines that the request should be granted, This photo first appeared in the July 27, 1984, edition of The Southern Ute Drum. the Election Board shall deliver the emergency absentee ballot at its office during regular business hours or, in the case of a medical emergency, at the place where the voter is confined.

Questions or concerns, contact our office at 970-563-0100 ext. 2303 or 2305. Off-Reservation tribal members phone 1-800-772-1236 ext. 2303. Email is [email protected]

SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN TRIBE General Meeting

Friday, August 29, 2014 Sky Ute Casino Event Center 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Lunch will be provided Culture July 25, 2014 peini (3)

Culture travel to DC for NCAI

photos courtesy SU Culture Dept. The Culture Department’s Heritage dancers performed the Bear Dance at the Smithsonian Institute’s National Museum of the American Indian for the Annual Living Earth Festival, July 18-20, 2014 in Washington DC. The Department hosted a booth and distributed information on the Tribe, it’s Culture and the Sky Ute Casino Resort. Pictured l-r: Edward Box III, Elise Redd, Dixie Naranjo, Cassandra Naranjo, Alexandria Roubideaux, Tauri Raines first attendant Little Miss Southern Ute, Lorelei Coud, Keona Whitey and Kree Lopez.

Christian Thompson, Keith Thompson (Cat man), and Daniel Rohde, make time for a quick smile between performances at the National Museum for American Indians.

Edward Box III (left) helps Keona Whitey with her scarf.

SUCCM UPDATE

FREE ARTIST VENDOR SPACE in person to SUCCM or by mail at PO Box CULTURAL UPDATE Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum 737, #95 Ignacio, CO 81137. (SUCCM) is offering any Native American TRIBAL MEMBER ARTISTS measure 10-1/2” X 13-1/2”. For more artist a place to set up and sell their artwork, SUCCM LOOKING FOR CHEFS The Culture Department is seeking information please contact Joycelyn beadwork, and crafts. We will provide a Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum three (3) paintings/artwork that is Dutchie at 970-563-4802 or jdutchie@ space to the vendor inside the museum for is looking for Tribal Member chefs who representative of the culture of the Utes. southernute-nsn.gov. Deadline to submit free. For more information please feel free are willing to participate in our Taste of Artwork can be any medium, must be artwork is August 22. to contact Venessa Carel at 970-563-9583. Native Cuisine, an event that will be held in full color. Can be of wildlife i.e., elk, on November 15. These cooks will prepare deer, bears or horses. Landscapes are TRIBAL FAIR VOLUNTEERS NEEDED SUCCM SEEKING BOARD MEMBERS appetizers, side dishes and desserts and also needed i.e., mountains and rivers. The Culture Department is looking for Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum will work alongside Karlos Baca, who will Artwork must be original and signed by volunteers to take in, register, catagorize (SUCCM) is seeking a qualified tribal be preparing the main dish. Please contact the artist. Tribal Member artists only, and organize the exhibits for the 94th or community member for its Board of Venessa Carel at 970-563-9583 no later than chosen artwork will become the property Annual Southern Ute Fair. If you interested Directors. For more information, please August 1, if you would like to participate. of the Culture Department and will contact Tara Vigil, Events Coordinator at call 970-563-9583 during regular business The participating chefs will be rotated for receive a cash payment. Artwork must 970-563-0100 ext. 3624. hours. A letter of intent should be submitted our future Taste of Native Cuisine events. Health July 25, 2014 wHchuwiini (4)

AGRICULTURE Applications for the Cost-share Colo. Human Services visits program now being accepted

Staff report ern Ute Indian Reservation and inlet structures, or ripar- SU Water Quality on the Animas, Florida and ian fencing/ off stream water- Program Pine watersheds who are ing sources are implemented. interested in implementing Such BMPs limit return The Water Quality Pro- Best Management Practices flows from irrigated land and gram for the Southern Ute (BMPs) for more efficient ir- restore/protect critical ripar- Indian Tribe is now accept- rigation and/or riparian pro- ian zones, thus decreasing ing applications for the 2015 tection/improvements. erosion and other pollutants Cost-share program. Majority of costs are cov- into our local watersheds. The Cost-share program ered by the Tribe through Call project coordinator is aimed at land managers conservation agreements in Pete Nylander at 970-563- living within the exterior which BMPs such as surface 0135, ext. 2214 for more boundaries of the South- gated pipe, underground pipe information.

Weeminuche Avenue Closure Fabain Martinez/SU Drum Members of the Colorado Department of Human Servies took a tour of the Southern Ute Tribal campus on Tuesday, July 22. Members of the Boys and Girls staff gave the tour and provided information about the various buildings. On their final stop they took a brief tour of the Cultural Center and Museum and got a brief lesson in Ute history.

Robert L. Ortiz/SU Drum Southern Ute Tribal council members Pathimi GoodTracks (above) and Aaron Torres Weeminuche Avenue, between the Southern Ute Clinic and the Annex building parking welcomed the department of human services. lot, will be closed between July 28 and August 1, and Ouray Drive will be closed for approximately two weeks from September 1-12. Weeminuche Avenue will have a signal Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs installed and Ouray Drive will be transformed into a right-in/right-out only intersection. Executive secretary, Ernest House Jr. (standing) gave a brief intorduction of the goals for the strategic planning meeting. Colorado Department of Human Services Executive Director Reggie Bicha (seated) VA agreement with IHS facilitated the meeting to better understand the needs of human services for the Southern Ute Indian Tribe. Robert L. Ortiz/SU Drum

The Color Dash by Powerhouse Science Center!

Packet Pick Up starts at 8:30 a.m. Color Dash starts at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, July 27

Three Springs Plaza Register at www.thecoloradodash5k.com

Sacha Smith/SU Drum Rod Grove, Southern Ute veteran, checks in to an appointment at the Southern Ute Health Center Friday, July 11. Southern Ute Veterans Affairs and the Southern Ute Health Center have an agreement that increases access of care to veterans; as long as they’re enrolled in the Veteran’s Affairs Healthcare. Grove said this agreement saves veterans the hassle of traveling hundreds of miles to receive care.

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US ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY Youngman recognized as a student of excellence

Media release US Achievement Academy

The United States Achievement Academy an- nounced today that Summer Youngman from Ignacio, Co has been recognized by the United States Achievement Academy as a student of ex- cellence in Honor Roll. This is a prestigious honor very few students can hope to attain. In fact, the Acad- Fabian Martinez/SU Drum emy recognizes fewer than The new track and football field is nearing completion. Both the track and field will be 10% of all American high completed by early to mid-August. school students. IGNACIO HIGH SCHOOL Summer Youngman who attends Ignacio High School, was nominated for New field and track in progress this honor by Rachel Rosen- thal, a teacher at the school. By Fabian Martinez in the surrounding areas in will be used for years to Summer Youngman will The Southern Ute Drum Colorado. come. appear in the United States The field will meet the The Field will be com- Achievement Academy’s The brand new Football new state standards for Foot- pleted first and followed Official Yearbook, which is Field at the Ignacio High ball as well as Track, which immediately by the track. published nationally. school has been a much an- could allow Ignacio High The Football Field will be “Recognizing and support- ticipated and exciting new School to host Track Meets completed by the middle of ing our youth is more impor- facility for athletes and com- as a result. august, and before the first tant than ever before in Amer- munity members alike. The field and track are football game of the season. ican’s history. Certainly, The new football field will the only two things that will “So far it has been on United States Achievement Robert L. Ortiz/SU Drum feature a synthetic field, or be brand nee. The spectator schedule… [with very mi- Academy students should be students upon the exclusive formance, interest and ap- Astro Turf, as opposed to stands and concession stand nor issues],” Says Superin- congratulated and appreciat- recommendation of teach- titude, leadership qualities, a traditional field with real will not be remodeled and tendent Rocco Fuschetto , ed for their dedication to ex- ers, coaches, counselors, and responsibility, enthusiasm, grass. The field will be one are still in excellent condi- “Everything is moving right cellence and achievement,” other qualified sponsors and motivation to learn and im- of the only synthetic fields tion. Virtually, the stands along as expected.” said Dr. George Stevens, upon the Standards for Selec- prove, attitude and coop- Founder of the United States tion set forth by the Academy. erative spirit, dependability, Achievement Academy. The Standards for Selec- and recommendation from a The Academy recognizes tion include academic per- qualified sponsor. Boys of summer continue play Shooting stars in Colo. Springs

Fabian Martinez/SU Drum Ignacio’s Lorenzo Pena (20) throws a fastball in the beginning of the first inning, Wednesday, July 9 against the Durango All-Stars in the Durango junior summer baseball league.

courtesy Kenneth Gomez The Shootings Stars basketball team competed in Colo. Springs, July 11 thorugh July 13. The girls took 5th place overall and 1st place in the consolation bracket.They would like to thank the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, the Ignacio and Bayfield communities and Subway of Durango for all of their support this summer with donations and fundraisers. Keep an eye out for these girls who will always be “Shooting for the Stars”. Pictured left to right, back row: Coach Adam Tucson, Monika Lucero, Shelci Gosney, Aubree Farmer, Makayla Herrera, Marisa Carmenoros. Front row: Laci Brunson, Ebonee Gomez, Jayden Brunson, Charlize Valdez and Avaleena Nanaeto. Not pictured, Emmilia Price.

Kruz Pardo (above) steps up to bat during second inning action. The Ignacio team played their first game on Tuesday, July 8 beating Cortez 11 to 4.

Kai Roubideaux (left) concentrates on the game and prepares to catch the ball at third base if needed.

Advertise EDUCATION UPDATE in the NEXT JOM MEETING AUG. 4 credential not just for herself, but to show The next scheduled Johnson-O’Malley her daughter the importance of education. Drum! Committee meeting will be Monday, Currently a medical assistant, she loves August 4, at 5:30 p.m. at the Southern Ute working in the medical field and wanted Our rates are the Education Department. to further her career. She depended on best in the county! the online resources and study books POTENTIAL GED STUDENTS she purchased - as well as her positive Call or email today If you have not received a high school mindset - to help her pass the test. Now for more info! diploma, but would like to, then you may that she’s earned her GED® credential, consider working toward a GED credential. she plans to go to college and realize In January of 2014 several major changes her dream of becoming a physician’s 970-563-0118 to the GED process were instituted that assistant. Ashley encourages others to include: go for their dreams, too. “Anybody can sudrum@southernute- • Entirely new GED test, succeed if they put their mind to it!” If nsn.gov • Online completion only, you have any questions or need help, call • Receiving your GED credential better the Adult Education Center and talk with Check us out online: prepares you for entering college. Dr. Jonathan Hunstiger (Adult Education www.sudrum.com Ashley wanted to earn her GED® Program Manager) at 970-563- 0237. NAIG July 25, 2014 wHchuwiini (6)

NAIG, part one • from page 1 Utes represent in Canada Team Colorado had three tors being the only U.S. team basketball teams compet- to have a badminton team. ing in the games: one girl’s Thus, making badminton an 19 and under team, and two international competition. boy’s teams – 19 and under Freedom Hunter and and 14 and under. The girls Randy Herrera represented team and the 14 and under for Team Colorado – and boy’s team both made it to the U.S.– on the badminton the medal rounds Wednes- courts for three days. The day, July 23. The girls took boys went toe-to-toe with on Team Manitoba and the skilled Canadian teams and boys rallied with Team Brit- showed no fear. ish Columbia. No medals were won in Unfortunately, both teams badminton, but Team Colo- lost in the bronze medal rado left an impression on matches and ended up tak- all teams that badminton is ing fourth place in their re- not only a Canadian sport. spected divisions. The U19 Their participation can serve boys made for some excit- as inspiration to fellow U.S. ing games at the University teams to pursue badminton of Regina going down to at the next North American the buzzer with Team New Indigenous Games. Brunswick on Tuesday, July 22. The boy’s 19 and under ART PROGRAM basketball team ended their run in the consolation brack- Ayesha Clark and Michael et losing to Team Florida on Mills, Ute Mountain, have Wednesday July 23. been involved in the Art Pro- Though no medals were gram provided at NAIG. The won in basketball, Team Art Program has been busy Team Colorado waits their turn to enter into Mosaic Stadium for the opening ceremony of the North American Indigenous Colorado made a statement all week helping plan and Games in Regina, Saskatchewan Sunday, July 19. about how basketball is design the closing ceremony played in Colorado, showing Saturday, July 26. tremendous heart and admi- Volleyball, Golf, Swim- he 2014 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) are underway. The largest rable sportsmanship. ming and Archery to end the gathering of tribal athletes met in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada July 20 through games T BADMINTON Team Colorado has one 27 for a week of competitive sports including basketball, volleyball, archery, and 19 and under girl’s volley- badminton among many others. Contestants from the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and Badminton started the ball team, four golfers, one Ute Mountain Ute Indian Tribe’s brought their sportsmanship to the court(s) as they games off Monday, July 21 swimmer, and four archers in Regina, Saskatchewan. currently competing. There competed for the gold in their respective sports. The young participants challenged Team Colorado made a were no standings or results themselves as they took their perseverance and teamwork to the highest ranks. statement to fellow competi- available at press time.

Photos by Sacha Smith The Southern Ute Drum

Miss Ute Mountain, Ayesha Clark, glances at her nametag decorated with pins from fellow tribes at the North American Indigenous Games, in Regina, Saskatchewan.

Members of the Team Colorado U19 boy’s basketball team pose with the Colorado banner before the North American Indigenous Games Opening Ceremony, Sunday July 20 in Regina, Saskatchewan. Tribal members from Southern Ute and Ute Mountain wave Anthony Suina, U19 Boys Basketball, shows his Colorado their tribal flags up high during roll call at Mosaic Stadium pride as he enters into the opening ceremony, Sunday, July 19. Sunday, July 19.

Teams proudly represented their tribes, displaying their traditional regalia during the opening ceremony.

Indigenous people of all ages gathered in Regina to celebrate Ellie Seibel, Michelle Simmons and Chloe Seibel – U19 girl’s basketball – smile as Team Colorado is introduced to the culture and competition. energetic crowd, Sunday, July 19. NAIG July 25, 2014 manugiini (7)

19 and under girl’s basketball pose for photo after beating The Eastern Door & The North Monday, July 21 in Regina, Saskatchewan.

U19 BOYS BASKETBALL Chantelle Manuel, finishes the job draining her two freethrows Team Colorado stats as of July 23 vs Team Ontario Tuesday, July 22. Vs Manitoba U19 GIRLS BASKETBALL U14 BOYS BASKETBALL Final: 81-48 Manitoba loses

Vs Eastern Door & The North Vs Ontario Vs New Brunswick Final: 47-26 Team Colorado wins Final: 37-33 Ontario loses Final: 61-60 Team Colorado loses

Vs Ontario Vs Northwest Territory Vs Nova Scotia Final: 60-30 Ontario wins Final: 50-33 Team Colorado wins Final: 70-40 Team Colorado loses

Vs Team Nunavut Vs Alberta BADMINTON Final: 66-27 Final: 50-45 Team Colorado wins Team Colorado was the only U.S. team Photos by Sacha Smith Vs Team New York to have a badminton team; making the Final: 67-25 Team Colorado wins sport an international competition. The Southern Ute Drum

Clay Seibel, U14 Boys Basketball, drives to the basket during Team Colorado’s win versus Team Colorado U19 boy’s basketball battled with Team New Brunswick till the very end. Northwest Territories Monday, July 20. U14 boys finished out the games taking fourth place, Team Colorado couldn’t hold on, and loss 61-60. losing to Team British Columbia in the bronze-medal match, Wednesday, July 22.

Albert Redd III hits a shot out of the rough on hole North 6 at Tor Hills Golf Course, Wednesday, July 23.

Keiston Goodtracks-Alires hits a shot down the fairway at Tor Hills Golf Course in Regina, Saskatchewan, Wednesday, July, 23. Natoni Cundiff is representing Team Colorado in the 17 under golf competition at NAIG. Sports July 25, 2014 wawHchuwiini (8)

IHS FOOTBALL Bobcats’ slate features champs’ visit Non-conference to test IHS in 2014

By Joel Priest Special to the Drum

Strength-of-schedule? As it stands at present, Ignacio’s itinerary for the rapidly-approaching 2014 football season has plenty of it – and Bobcat fans will be getting a first-hand view of the USDA-prime ‘ courtesy Kenny Frost That is to say, with de- The Iroquois National Lacrosse team arrived for the welcoming ceremonies held at Denver fending Class 1A champions East High school on Monday, July 7. Southern Ute Tribal member, Kenny Frost (above) Paonia (on Sept. 5th) and welcomed the team to Ute Country. runners-up Centauri (Oct. Joel Priest/Special to the Drum 10th) each making a lengthy Equipment awaits use before Ignacio’s 2013 season. 2014 NATIONAL LACROSSE trip to the Pine River Val- officially gets underway with practice on August 11. ley, IHS will have a pair were held in town. A semi- Center set in motion JMHS’ of shining opportunities to finals win over Buena Vis- downward spiral when the Iroquois National Lacrosse show that, perhaps, they ta, however, did prove the Panthers fell by 15 in the San were more State Playoffs- Eagles had a knack to attack Luis Valley. worthy—finishing 6-3 over- (and take over) enemy turf. October 3rd, IHS at Monte team arrive, compete in Denver all and 3-2 in the Southern Sept. 12th, Pagosa Springs Vista … The Pirates, coming Peaks Conference – last fall at IHS … Skipper Scott Spo- off an 8-3 season including a By Kenny Frost than thought by the CHSAA ede’s Pirates sailed some first-round Playoffs win, will Special to the Drum selectors in Aurora. treacherous waters last fall, again serve as a major mea- According to the Activities and finished 3-6 overall— suring stick for the ’Cats to On July 7, the Iroquois Calendar on Ignacio High’s their three victories (and four gauge themselves against. National Lacrosse team ar- website, practices officially of their defeats) all coming Oct. 10th, Centauri at IHS rived in Denver for the wel- begin August 11, with a team in 2A Western Conference … Kyle Forster’s Falcons coming ceremonies held at mini-camp running in the eve- action, and one of those by went 11-2 overall, and a Denver East High school. nings from the 4th through forfeit when Parachute Grand first-place 5-0 in the SPC – I, Kenny Frost, had the 9th. So knowing that, here’s Valley had to relinquish an locked up by a narrow 14-0 honor of welcoming them an early overview of the hard- apparent 39-21 win. home win over MVHS – be- to Ute Country, as caretak- hitting road (as it’s currently Sept. 19th, IHS at Monte- fore reeling off Playoffs vic- ers of this land long ago. An been paved) ahead: zuma-Cortez … Casey Coul- tories over Wray, Burlington exchange of eagle feathers August 22, IHS at Hotch- ter’s Panthers weren’t much and Limon prior to meeting was made to Oren Lyons, kiss … A stout test in Zero better – if at all – than PSHS Paonia. Fans that missed last Tray Shanandoah and to the Week, the Bulldogs went 7-3 last fall. Finishing 3-7, M- year’s aerial show at Falcon head coach of the Iroquois overall in 2013, 4-1 in the 1A CHS’ wins (and five of their Field will enjoy the quarter- Lacrosse team. Western Slope Conference losses) also all came at the backing matchup between The Iroquois team con- (second place, behind PHS), expense of their conference- Ignacio’s Adison Jones and sisted of over 30 players and made the postseason but mates – the 3A Western CHS’ K.C. Jarvies. but only 27 could be reg- lost at home to Burlington Slope, in this case. Oct. 17th, Center at IHS istered on the roster, sup- courtesy Kenny Frost in the first round. Not ex- One defeat, unfortunate- … Always an entertaining port staff, coaches, train- The Iroquois National Lacrosse team in action against actly the sort of dire circum- ly in their season opener, clash, the emerging Vikings ers. Before arrived to the Team Canada. Canada eventually went on to win Gold stances urgently warranting came at the expense of 1A matched the Bobcats’ overall welcoming ceremonies in and Team USA won silver. This photo was used by the a change at the top, but that’s Cedaredge – hinting that win-loss record last season, Denver The Iroquois Na- CBC, The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, officially still what happened at HHS. 2013 would, like so many but finished a game back in tionals were in Vail, Colo- branded as CBC/Radio-Canada, is a Canadian crown corporation that serves as the national public radio and The ’Dogs will have to seasons past, be an uphill the conference standings as rado scrimmaging against television broadcaster. adjust to the new coaching climb. Dropping down into Ignacio prevailed 38-26 last various teams from around philosophies of a face re- the newly-formed 2A South- year. Lee Flood’s blue-and- the world. their own Iroquois passport tournament, the Iroquois cently made more familiar western Conference won’t white crew, however, were The game of Lacrosse over 30 years prior. Nationals played teams to Ignacio – former 2A As- exactly improve the odds of hit solidly by graduation and was born on the Six Na- Due to this action the such as England, Austra- pen boss Mike Sirko, as Zac success; Montezuma-Cortez will be without standouts tions confederation made Iroquois Nationals fell in lia, USA, Canada, Scotland Lemon left to man the helm completes a circuit already Luis Mariscal and Gustavo of Six Nations of the Mo- the world ranking and the and Japan. at 2A Eaton, replacing the including former 2A West- Nungaray. hawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Federation of International On the last day of compe- recently-retired Bill Mondt ern-ers Alamosa, Bayfield, Oct. 24th, Dolores at IHS Cayuga, Seneca and Tusca- Lacrosse wouldn’t allow tition the Iroquois Nation- (once the head coach at the PSHS, Olathe and Gunnison. … Visuals of last season’s rora and known as the “The the Iroquois Nationals als played for the bronze University of New Mexico Sept. 26th, IHS at John cold and muddy – Ignacio people of the Longhouse.” back into the blue division medal against Australia and from 1974-79; 19 of his for- Mall … Another week, an- had the pleasure of wearing When a child is born they to complete with USA, winning the bronze medal. mer Lobos were either NFL other road trip, another set of their white uniforms, and a are given a lacrosse stick Canada, England, Austra- While USA played against Draft picks or later entries Panthers. good many supporters had which they will have from lia to name a few. The Iro- and lost to Canada. into the league). Wrapping up the season’s the displeasure of washing the moment they are born quois Nationals had sup- Canada was awarded the September 5th, Paonia at first full month with their them – melee at the DHS until death as this stick port from teams around the gold medal and USA re- IHS … Surely the Eagles SPC opener, Ignacio will Coliseum won’t be forgotten with go with them into the world to to be placed back ceived the silver medal. graduated more than a few make the easterly haul out by die-hard IHS fans. after world. The children into the world lacrosse People travel from far essential gears in 2013’s to Huerfano County’s seat of The Bears, trying to re- will learn to play lacrosse games and to competition away places to see the Ir- 12-1 machine, but that won’t Walsenburg to face a JMHS build after a 1-7, 1-4 cam- throughout their lives. in the games. oquois Nationals – N.M., stop the highest of expecta- squad that finished 1-8 over- paign, will hope to forget The lacrosse games were The Iroquois Nationals Washington, New York, tions from resting on the all – and 0-7 in the eight- the 50-0 score and prepare held at Dick’s Sporting Good played England the first day Canada and as far away minds of Brent McRae, his team 1A Tri-Peaks – last fall for their SPC rivals knowing fields in Commerce City just of international competi- as Europe and Australia staff and his returning play- under Davey Crockett, since that several ’Cats respon- north of the old Denver In- tion, beating England. as well as the native com- ers this season. replaced by Mike Vigil. sible [including receivers ternational airport. What happen in the past munities from Denver and Five-for-five in the WSC, Themselves new to the Clayton Jefferson and Adam In 2010, England re- was is in the past. “A bit- the Wind River Indian en route to winning the State SoPeaks in ’14, John Mall’s Herrera] for the one-sided fused to allow the Iroquois ter sweet victory,” stated Reservation in Wyoming. Championship at home over lone triumph last year came shutout have since conclud- Nationals into the country one of the spectators from If you want to see more CHS, three of Paonia’s four in a season-opening, 56-0 ed their student-athlete days to complete at the world Australia. of the pictures you can games (also including a first- shellacking of SPC mem- at IHS. championships in Man- “What happen to the Iro- see them at www.face- round win over Colorado bers Del Norte. But only Only problem is, many chester, England. England quois shouldn’t have been book.com/IroquoisNa- Springs Christian and a sec- two other contests were ac- more have not, including refused to acknowedge the allowed. I’m very happy the tionalsLacrosse. All my ond-round win over Monte tually such, decided by a Jones targets Wyatt Hayes Iroquois passport yet they Iroquois won.” photos are posted on the Vista) in the State Playoffs touchdown or less; SPC’ers and Nick Herrera. have been traveling with Playing in a round robin National Iroquois page.

IHS VOLLEYBALL Ex-NCAA standouts led Ignacio volleycats By Joel Priest the first official day of prac- senior season after pacing sistant at St. Louis University was used sparingly during grade-point average) as a Special to the Drum tice on August 11. the Illini in kills (322, giving (NCAA Div. I, Atlantic 10 2013, but BYU – featuring freshman, and earning WCC In between the two afore- her 871 for her career), digs Conf.) during 2012 and ’13, former 4A Longmont, Colo., Honor Roll – Silver (3.5- A quick glance at Ignacio mentioned stops, IHS recently (308) and aces (35). after three years aiding Bour- star Tambre Haddock (now 3.74) as a sophomore. Volleyball’s monthly calendar hosted their 2014 All-Amer- After graduating in 2003 bonnais, Ill.-based NAIA Nobles) and Third Team Ignacio’s first match in online at maxpreps.com shows ican Volleyball Skills Camp with a Business Administra- Olivet Nazarene University AVCA All-American Alexa 2014 will be at 4A Kirtland that head coach Thad Cano on the August 17, 18 and 19, tion degree, Webber played – where she earned a Master Gray – still went 24-7. (N.M.) Central on August wants the month of July to be featuring Sue Webber as the on the AVPNext and Ex- of Teaching degree with an That made Boswell part 28, with a week then before as action-packed as possible ‘senior’ guest instructor. treme Volleyball Profession- Economics emphasis. of a senior class which an away match at 3A Monte prior to the upcoming season. Working as Englewood- als sand circuits, as well as Also coming to unlearn went 87-36 overall while Vista on September 4. For example, the squad based Front Range Volleyball in Europe, and in ’13 suited what she learned from a Di- the team transitioned out of 2A/1A San Juan Basin has already hit the Adams Club’s 16-Red coach and up for Great Lakes Swing vision I playing career com- the Mountain West and into League battle then begins State University Team Camp FRVBC’s collegiate-recruit- Away in the Premier Volley- pleted just this past year at the West Coast Conference, on the 6th at Ouray, before in Alamosa, and this week- ing coordinator since Janu- ball League – an indoor pro Brigham Young University and which made consecutive the ’Cats finally defend their end the Volleycats are slated ary, she starred as a NCAA league of teams from among was Kimberli Boswell. appearances in the NCAA home court on the 11th against to attend the July 25-26 Fort Division I right-side hitter USA Volleyball’s forty sanc- The six-foot-two middle/ Tournament’s ‘Sweet 16.’ Mancos during Homecoming Lewis College Team Camp for the University of Illinois, tioned regional associations. opposite, originally from She also stood out in the Week. Ridgway then visits on – with a couple more events earning Honorable Mention Mentoring at the collegiate Oregon with 6’4” sister Amy classroom, being named a Saturday, September 13, to still in the near future before All-Big 10 Conference her level, she was of late an as- now a Cougar sophomore, MWC Scholar Athlete (3.5+ wrap up the festivities. Voices July 25, 2014 suwarog’omasuwiini (9)

KSUT makes the split • from page 1 COMMUNITY GREETINGS teners the best we could,” The expansion into north- In 2007, KSUT converted Campbell said. “By separat- ern New Mexico meant that from an analog signal to dig- HAPPY BIRTHDAY BROTHER NICK LOVING MEMORY OF MELISSA PENA ing into two signals KSUT KSUT had to begin thinking ital to improve and strength- Brother you have come a long way from We would like to thank everyone who has has improved it’s service to about more than just Southern en KSUT’s signal. KSUT where you began and I am so proud of helped ... all departments of the Southern Ute the community” Ute tribal members, as the ex- was able to convert to digi- you. I’m so happy that you are doing right Indian Tribe. All the staff of The Multi-purpose In April 2012, KSUT Trib- pansion brought many differ- tal thanks to federal funding for you and your daughter Miss. When you Facility and Memorial Chapel for allowing us to al Radio was able to expand ent Native listeners into play. distributed to public radio came home from your vacation I was worried hold the wake, services, and the meal. Deacon its signal and began broad- “When we sat down when stations for the conversion. about you and what would happen to you if Larry Tucker for officiating the services. All the casting tribal radio to north- the expansion happened we In 2001, KSUT took a big you were to proceed down the path you were pallbearers and honorary pallbearers. Tyson ern New Mexico. talked about how we were leap and began broadcasting headed, but you didn’t and I’m so happy and Thompson and drum group. Ryan Phelps, “The expansion has al- going to promote the station both signals worldwide via proud that I get to see you every single day Tom Carter, and Traci Haber of Hood Mortuary. lowed tribal radio to reach … was it going to be a Na- Internet. and tell you that I love you and for keeping All who came to give their respects. The Watts more listeners and provide tive radio station, or a South- “Streaming online has your head up high. Me and the family love family for your words of guidance and advice. information to tribal mem- ern Ute radio station for na- been very successful for you and wish you a very happy birthday. Marie Gunn for the music. The Southern Ute bers that couldn’t listen to us tives to listen to.” Naneto both signals,” Naneto said. Love, Police Department. Construction Services. before,” Tribal Radio Direc- said. “We decided to stick After beginning streaming Sister Mia, Marcus and Dominique To all those who brought food. April’s Garden tor, Sheila Nanaeto said. “ to our identity, we are from KSUT started hearing from for the beautiful flower arrangements. Elwood We also expanded our pro- here [Southern Ute Reserva- listeners all across the globe. HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAD Kent for the beautiful prayer. Anna Garcia graming … we include Four tion], we’re Southern Ute, “Within months of stream- Happy Birthday to the best father I could from T.I.S for all your help. Sky Ute Casino Corners programming and and we are very proud that ing online we heard word have, Johnny Weaver. Dad I know you have Resort catering staff. If we left anyone out, it we also share our program- our morning DJ’s are all from a listener from the your problems and get confused on the path was not intentional. ming with Four Corners.” tribal members.” South Pole,” Campbell said. you should be taking, but every day I see With great appreciation, The sharing of program- KSUT Tribal Radio does “And since then we have you I’m thankful that you are still here with Suzette Humpy, DeVonne Madril and family ming is part of KSUT’s broadcast Indian Country heard from listeners in Ja- me. We may not speak every single day, but mission of promoting multi- news and news from tribes in pan, Germany, Australia and just knowing you’re okay and that you get to TO MY NEPHEW – ASA cultural awareness, Camp- the area, but when someone South America … and ev- celebrate another big birthday with the family Have a wonderful Birthday on July 28. Thank bell said. hears KSUT tribal radio they erywhere else in-between.” is awesome. Your also a great grandpa with you for being there when I needed you. Take “[KSUT] keeps its mission know it’s a Southern Ute ra- More recently KSUT the monsters. We love you lots dad and good care, may god be with you and your close to heart when making dio station, Naneto said. dived into the social media Happy, happy birthday. family, always. decisions and we really strive Also helping grow the world creating Facebook Love, Love your Auntie, to integrate and keep our popularity of KSUT in the and Twitter accounts to in- Your daughter Mia and the two grandkids Mel mission of culture diversity 2000’s was the expansion of crease communication with Marcus and Dominique alive,” Nanaeto said. technology. all KSUT listeners. TO MY BROTHER – ROBERT L. ORTIZ HAPPY BIRTHDAY AUNTIE DEE Have a wonderful Birthday on July 27 for it Auntie you’re so awesome with everything is your day to do whatever you feel to do. it’s hard to say anything just that you’re so I want to Thank You for your Loving/Strong STARWHEELS radically awesome. You’re always so happy support and all you have done for me. You’re Horoscopes by “The Star Lady” and you don’t let anybody know when you an awesome brother and I love you Bro! God are feeling down. I’m glad you’re here with be with you each and everyday. Take Care b LEO (July 23 – Aug. 22) h AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 – Feb. 18) us so we can spoil you with presents and Love your sister, BIRTHDAY GREETINGS LIONS AND Friendly alliances, marriage, and partnerships, your favorite drinks. (Wink, Wink). We may Mel LIONESSESS! This month there are celestial all benefit from a dynamic grouping of planets not speak all the time, but thank you for forces at work that will set you on a new path. in your opposite sign of LEO. Compromises, everything you have done for me and my HAPPY BIRTHDAY HOWIE For starters VENUS brightens your sign on and sincere conversations work well when two kiddos. We appreciate you and are Though we travel our separate roads, no the 12th and stays around for the remainder of trying to maintain relationships. VENUS and very happy to call you our auntie. Happy matter what life brings - I will always be proud the month. The 17th is a BIG day Leo people JUPITER generate good times on the 18th. Rein ... VENUS connects with GIANT JUPITER in overindulgence AQUARIUS ... NEPTUNE’S Birthday Auntie. to call you my brother! From the bottom of and puts both your outlook, and your finances foggy influence might cloud your judgement, Love, my heart - Happy Birthday! into a more positive state. It doesn’t get much and lull you into buying something you don’t Mia, Marcus and Dominique Love, better than these two beneficial planets joining really want. That may be OK with you until Shiri forces. Consider it your birthday gift from the the bills, and reality roll in. MERCURY comes GRANDMA SHERRI heavens. Implement long desired goals, and let to your aid on the 15th when it enters sensible, For your birthday, we would like to thank HAPPY BIRTHDAY UNCLE HOWARD your renewed confidence lead the way. This is practical VIRGO and clarity returns. you for all of the love and attention that you I’m blessed to have a loving, caring and fun your month to roar Lions. have given us. Wishing you a very loving and uncle like you. Wishing you a very Happy i PISCES (Feb. 19 – March 20) warm Happy Birthday! Birthday! c VIRGO (Aug. 23 – Sept. 23) There’s a dramatic and vibrant grouping of Love, Love, No matter what your relaxing summer pastimes planets in the health and work sector of your are, inwardly the wheels are turning, and your chart. Daily routines pertaining to diet, and Joey & Shiri Joey mind is already hatching plans for your next nutrition can be gently improved. NEPTUNE’S move. MERCURY, your VIRGO ruler enters continuing presence in your sign may tempt your sign on the 15th and stays there till month’s you to change your look, and optimize your end. So think away VIRGO people. Until it’s best assets on both an inner and outer level. time to let your ideas, and opinions be heard Speak your mind after the 25th when in work (after the 23rd) you’ll keep your private thoughts related situations. Be firm, and cooperative to yourself. A MARS/SATURN link on the 25th Little Fishes. It’s best to avoid letting ego rule lends support to your aspirations. Also the NEW your actions. MOON launches a cycle filled with ideas. ^ ARIES (March 21 – April 20) d LIBRA (Sept. 24 – Oct. 23) Your sign is included in the festivities of the A vivacious group of planets inspire your future month ARIES. Take control of the wheel and hopes after the 12th. Surprising contacts with steer a course directly toward your objectives. old friends may set off a social whirl. Invitations Love, laughter, and fun are drawn to you come in, and happy times keep you pleasantly like a magnet. Be alert Rams, much can be entertained during this summer month. Now accomplished this month. JUPITER may offer that MARS is transiting the money area of more freedom, and VENUS might attract more your HOROSCOPE, you might be thinking resources. The planets are very cooperative of transforming your financial habits. Be now. Ties to loved ones are strengthened, and especially diligent your funds on the 26th when the 17th may be rewarding. A brilliant FULL heavyweight SATURN squares off with VENUS MOON on the 10th, sets up an unusually rich and demands accountability. social period for you.

e SCORPIO (Oct. 24 – Nov. 22) _ TAURUS (April 21 – May 20) Like the song says, “There’s a Whole Lotta VENUS, your favorite beautiful planet, glides Shaking Going On”. And you are the one into affectionate LEO on the 12th and instantly who’s stirring things up. With SATURN and encourages more loving relations with family MARS in your sign you can’t help but feel members. FYI, this is the planet that inspires motivated, resilient, and wildly ambitious. harmony and joy. The focus is on home, family, The NEW MOON on the 25th signals a fresh and domestic matters TAURUS. Some of you start regarding your future expectations. Many may decide to go LARGE, and and redecorate blessings may come to you. A loving aura your personal castle. If you’ve been feeling enfolds you all month. Some SCORPIO folks a little restricted by SATURN’S controlling might find romance, while others get creative, pressure, aggressive MARS may power up your or seek out new entertainment. confidence enough to break free of limitations.

f SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 – Dec. 21) ` GEMINI (May 21 – June 21) The SUN, VENUS, and JUPITER activate You’re a “BUSY BEE” this month! A river of the travel section of your Horoscope. Distant ideas could be flowing through your mind as relatives, and the lure of seeing faraway places the SUN, VENUS and JUPITER energize your might be uppermost on your mind. This is daily routine. Follow through with important a good month to set your plans into motion. decisions. Don’t procrastinate GEMINI. This is On the 25th, a NEW MOON triggers clever a fast paced, action oriented month. The planets ideas regarding your career ambitions. August are in a generous mode. Social events, and chance is alive with happiness-generating energy. No meetings, might turn up promising results on the doubt you will want to enjoy every minute of 23rd when the MOON enters lively LEO. Short THE SOUTHERN UTE DRUM it. Be inventive, and creative. Live up to your trips, visits, or shopping will have you running. A biweekly newspaper owned and operated by the Southern Ute Indian Tribe Deadline on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation in Ignacio, Colo. adventurous, fire sign reputation Saggies. Cash may be more readily available. SUBSCRIPTION RATES: $29 per year • $49 two years Next issue: PHONE: 970-563-0100 • DIRECT: 970-563-0118 g CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 – Jan. 20) a CANCER (June 22 – July 22) TOLL FREE: 1-800-772-1236 • FAX: 970-563-0391 When your planetary ruler SATURN joins Money VENUS launches the month in your Aug. 8 MAILING ADDRESS MARS on the 25th, there’s every reason to sign, and lays to rest your concerns regarding Southern Ute Drum believe that important plans will go well. security. On the 15th this vivid planet glides PO Box 737 #96, Ignacio, CO 81137 Extravagant VENUS slips into a money zone into the dramatic, and playful sign of LEO, and Deadline: PHYSICAL ADDRESS on the 12th and conspires with JUPITER to ramps up your financial opportunities. Stay 356 Ouray Drive promote a spending spree. This of course is not on top of it MOON KIDS. There are many Aug. 4 LCB Building, 2nd Floor, Ignacio, CO 81137 your usual habit. But a little reorganizing can benefits to this month’s planetary patterns STAFF EXTENSIONS & EMAIL ADDRESSES remedy budget concerns, and calm your doubts and you might gain considerably. Household Articles, photos, The Southern Ute Drum ([email protected]) Ace Stryker • Tribal Information Services, ext. 2250 ([email protected]) about finances. On the plus side, VENUS and improvements, and changes that you initiate advertisements, public Sacha Smith • Editor Apprentice, ext. 2255/2256 ([email protected]) JUPITER might also enable you to maintain with spending might increase your worth. Keep notices, letters and Robert Ortiz • Composition Tech., ext. 2253 ([email protected]) your bills in a timely manner. The Solar System in mind that you are one of the Zodiac’s best Damon Toledo • Reporter/Photographer, ext. 2252 ([email protected]) greetings may be Trennie Collins • Administrative Assistant, ext. 2251 ([email protected]) is sending out good vibes to all the earth signs. when it comes to money management. Shine submitted in person, The Southern Ute Drum does not assume responsibility for unsolicited Enjoy it CAPRICORN. brightly MOON KIDS! material and does not guarantee publication upon submission. by mail, or by email to Published biweekly and mailed 1st class from Ignacio, Colo. Carole Maye is a Certified Astrology Professional with over 30 years of astrological study and practice. the following address: Printed by the Cortez Journal • Cortez, Colo. [email protected] The Southern Ute Drum is a member of the Native American Journalists Private horoscope consultations can be arranged by appointment, via email: [email protected] Association and the Colorado Press Association. Notices July 25, 2014 tog’omsuwiini (10)

PUBLIC NOTICE of HEARING Keepseagle v. Vilsack SUCAP grant funding for its senior citizens and Settlement Funds Update low income assistance programs Venue Location and Webinar Information Southern Ute Community Action Programs, Colo. Copies of the application are available Approximately $380 million in settlement funds remain undistributed from the Keepseagle Inc. (SUCAP) has applied for $6,300 in grant for public reading at the Ignacio Senior Center, v. Vilsack litigation. The Settlement Agreement approved by the Court requires that these funding for its senior citizens and low-income Southern Ute Community Action Programs funds only be given to non-profit organizations providing services to Native American assistance programs. A public hearing will be Central Administration and Ignacio Public farmers & ranchers. The parties to the litigation propose creating a Trust that would at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday, July 29 at the Ignacio Library. For more information please call Deb distribute most of these funds as grants to eligible non-profit organizations. Counsel for Senior Center, 15345 Highway 172, Ignacio, Herrera at 970-563-4561. the plaintiff class want to discuss the Trust and seek your views about the mission for the Trust and who should oversee the Trust. For that purpose, counsel has scheduled several regional meetings and webinar (telephone conference) calls on the dates stated on this REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS flier. Interested individuals, Tribal governments, non-profits and other organizations are Administrative appeals & hearings officer invited to participate.

Requested By: The Southern Ute Indian Tribal Code, and Personnel Policy. This individual Council will draft the Office’s rules to govern Public comment is requested from Indian Country Please hold one of the dates (below) and make plans to attend and provide input. For more The Southern Ute Indian Tribe is requesting hearings, will hear administrative appeals proposals from qualified individuals to serve on an as-needed basis, and will issue written information, please visit www.indianfarmclass.com, or email [email protected] as director and chief hearing officer of a decisions. Case load will vary and is difficult or call 479-200-8210. newly-established Administrative Appeals & to estimate, but based on past need may be Public Meetings: • Aug. 6, 2-5 p.m. (MST) Hearings Office, which will serve as an approximately 1-3 days per month. Proposals impartial, non-judicial forum for hearing are due by August 15, 2014. A copy of In Person: All meetings: 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. To register for the webinar, please visit: administrative cases as provided in tribal the full RFP can be requested from Monte (Local Location Time) https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/ codes and policies, including, but not limited Mills, Legal Department Director, at mmills@ register/172771019936164610. to, the Traffic Code, Workers’ Compensation southernute-nsn.gov or 970-563-4803. • Aug. 5, Albuquerque, NM Telephone access code: 4057585. Isleta Resort, 11000 Broadway SE Albuquerque, NM 87105 • Aug. 16, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. (MST) To register for the webinar, please visit: CALL FOR APPLICANTS FOR APPOINTMENT Check website for other dates/locations. https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/ To the Southern Ute Indian Tribe/State of Colo. register/4870689536306820866. Environmental Commission Webinars: Telephone access code: 2575793. Please register as soon as possible. To The Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council, through Qualifications: Applicants should have some participate via telephone only, please call: • Aug. 20, 6-9 p.m. (MST) the Tribe’s Environmental Programs Division, is knowledge, experience, education, or interest in 866-901-2585 or 404-835-7099 at least 15 To register for the webinar, please visit: seeking applications from interested individuals air quality or environmental protection. minutes before the webinar is scheduled, https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/ for appointment to fill one vacancy on the Location: J&R Administration Building, to begin and provide your information to register/573117497260638466 Southern Ute Indian Tribe/State of Colorado Environmental Programs Division Offices, 151 the operator with the access code. Telephone access code: 3181396. Environmental Commission. The Commission CR 517, Ignacio, Colorado. was created in December 1999, when the Tribe Closing date: August 11, 2014 by 5:00 p.m. entered into an agreement with the State of Who may apply: Interested individuals Colorado to protect air quality on the Reservation. Compensation: This appointment is not PUBLIC NOTICE: TO GENERAL PUBLIC As part of the agreement, a joint commission compensated. was created composed of six members, three Unauthorized grazing on Southern Ute Reservation of whom are appointed by the Governor and To apply: Interested tribal members, tribal three of whom are appointed by the Southern employees, or other individuals should submit a It is illegal to graze unauthorized livestock on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. Ute Indian Tribal Council. The responsibilities letter of interest and resume no later than August of the Commission include adopting air quality 11, 2014 to: The Southern Ute Indian Tribe shall continue If you have livestock trespassing on Southern standards, promulgating rules and regulations, Southern Ute Indian Tribe, to strictly enforce Title 18 of the Southern Ute Ute Tribal lands, you have until 4pm on August and reviewing appealable administrative actions Air Quality Program Tribal Code and applicable federal regulations 15, 2014 to contact Southern Ute Animal Control pertaining to the Reservation Air Program. The Attention: Mark Hutson which prohibit trespass by livestock and the to claim/gather said trespass livestock and pay Commission meetings are held approximately P.O. Box 737 MS #84, Ignacio, CO 81137 running-at-large of livestock on Tribal lands. any associated fines. After this date and time every 3-4 months. Fax: 970-563-0384 the Tribe will take all necessary action to ensure E-mail: [email protected] Violators of Title 18 of the Southern Ute Tribal the protection of the Reservation and its natural To review the Commission’s current activities, Code are subject to civil penalties and fines up resources, including, those actions authorized please go to the following website: For additional information, contact Mark to $1000.00, impoundment of livestock and all by the Tribe’s Constitution and Code. http://www.southernute-nsn.gov/environmental- Hutson, Southern Ute Air Quality Program, impoundment costs. In addiction, violators may programs/air-quality/environmental-commission/ 970-563-4705, extension 2206. be subject to actual and punitive damages and You may contact Southern Ute Animal Control injunctive relief. at 970-563-0133.

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Southern Ute Growth Fund – Job announcements Sky Ute Casino Resort – Job announcements Please visit our website at www.sugf.com/jobs.asp to view job details and to apply online. Visit our website at www.skyutecasino.com to view job openings and apply online. Human Resources • PO Box 367, Ignacio, CO 81137 • Phone: 970-563-5064 • Job hotline: 970-563-5024 Human Resources • Phone: 970-563-1311 • PO Box 340, Ignacio, CO 81137 Tribal member employment preference • Must pass pre-employment drug test and background check TERO-Native American Preference • All Applicants Welcome • Must pass pre-employment drug test, background check, and qualify for and maintain a Division of Gaming License. Director of Operations – Aka Energy Group Land Records Analyst III – Red Willow Closing date 7/29/14 Production Co. *Craps Dealer (Full-time) courteous, and efficient service. High School In Durango, Colo. Management of physical Closing date 8/18/14 Closing date 7/28/14 Diploma/GED. Must have 6 months Table assets as assigned including management In Ignacio, Colo. Obtains and maintains Deals all craps games while providing a positive Games Dealer experience or Dealer School oversight of daily operations to ensure orderly and accurate land and lease guest experience through accurate, prompt, Certification. Must pass audition. safe, efficient, and profitable operations in records, including all related documents courteous and efficient service. Must be at least line with Company strategies and goals, and contracts, for all Red Willow interest 21 yrs old. High School diploma/GED. 1 year *Poker Dealer (On-call) preparation and management of budgets, properties, both operated and non-operated. experience as a craps dealer with Dealer School Closing date 7/28/14 personnel management, evaluation and Advises all other departments of changes Certification or 3 years experience dealing craps, Deals the various games of Class 2 poker while implementation of capital and expense related to Red Willow holdings. Works or Sky Ute Casino Dealer Certificate. Must pass promoting a positive guest experience through projects, and implementation of Aka and with Red Willow landmen and partners to audition demonstrating proficiency in craps. accurate, prompt, courteous, and efficient Growth Fund policies and procedures. obtain and maintain accurate records. Assists service. High School diploma/GED. Must be with other land issues as needed. Works *Executive Sous Chef (Full-time) at least 21 years old. Must have 6 months’ Joint Interest Billing (JIB) Accountant III – independently, follows existing processes Closing date 7/25/14 experience as a poker dealer or Dealer School Red Willow Production Co. with minimum supervision. Provides a wider Provides the highest quality of food, presentation, Certification. Must pass audition demonstrating Closing date 8/4/14 scope of support to more senior level staff. training, professionalism and customer service proficiency in poker. In Ignacio, Colo. Under the supervision of that the position requires. Directs and supervises the Joint Interest Billing Supervisor, this Senior Land Records Analyst – Red Willow food handling and preparation for all Food and *Sous Chef (Full-time) position is responsible for reviewing and Production Co. Beverage outlets. High School diploma/GED. Closing date 7/25/14 recording transactions into the general ledger Closing date 8/18/14 Must be at least 21 years old. Minimum of 5 Supervises food preparation and guest service in that pertain to outside operated properties Ignacio, Colo. Obtains and maintains orderly years kitchen management exp in a high volume the Restaurants, ensures quality and consistency and may prepare the joint interest billings and accurate land and lease records, including Casino/Restaurant and Banquet production as it relates to food handling, storage, kitchen for partners in Red Willow’s oil and gas all related documents and contracts, for environment. Demonstrated knowledge of cost and restaurant sanitation, food service and exploration operations. Must have a working all Red Willow interest properties, both controls and expense management required. presentation in the dining rooms. High School knowledge of the joint interest process and operated and non-operated. Advises all Culinary Arts Degree required. Serve safe diploma/GED. Must be at least 21 years old. be able to apply analytical skills to complete other departments of changes related to Red certification required. Must have extensive Minimum of 3 years kitchen management complex accounting assignments. Willow holdings. Works with Red Willow knowledge of food production including Garde’ experience in restaurant and banquet production, landmen and partners to obtain and maintain Manger, Saucier, Bakery and fine dining exp. and demonstrated knowledge of cost controls Land Records Analyst II – Red Willow accurate records. Works independently, and expense management required. Culinary Production Co. follows existing processes. *Multi-Games Dealer (On-call) Arts Degree preferred. Must have extensive Closing date 8/18/14 Closing date 7/28/14 knowledge of food production. Must have strong In Ignacio, Colo. Obtains and maintains Maintenance Technician HVAC & Plumbing Deals Blackjack (Class 3), Three Card poker, quality and center of plate presentation skills. orderly and accurate land and lease records, – GF Real Estate Group (Belmar) Roulette and specialty games while providing including all related documents and contracts, Closing date 8/22/14 a positive guest exp through accurate, prompt, *Must be at least 21 years old. for all Red Willow interest properties, both Lakewood, Colo. Responsible for performing operated and non-operated. Advises all a wide variety of skilled and semi-skilled other departments of changes related to Red building maintenance and repair tasks. Willow holdings. Works with Red Willow Installs, maintains, and repairs machinery, landmen and partners to obtain and maintain equipment, physical structures, and pipe and NEW EMPLOYEES accurate records. Position provides a wider electrical systems. scope of support to more senior level Land Veronica S. Carmenoros Records Analysts. Job title: Home Health Aide Description of duties: Drive places, scrub bathroom, sweep, mop, vacuum dishes, cook and laundry. Help Wanted Hobbies: My garden. Family: BBQ’s Liquor Store Manager in Ignacio needed, 40-45 hrs/wk. Competitive salary and benefits. Experience in retail sales, bookkeeping, computer skills and personnel management a plus. Please send cover letter and resume to [email protected]

KSUT Board of Directors Vacancy

KSUT is seeking one Southern Ute tribal member special meetings as needed. KSUT is a 501(c) to fill a vacancy on its board of directors. This (3) nonprofit organization. Please send a letter is a non-paid position that requires attending of interest to Rob Rawles at KSUT, P.O. Box SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN TRIBE - SOCIAL SERVICES board meetings every month, with additional 737, Ignacio, CO 81137. Open until filled. Citizen Review Panel

The Southern Ute Indian Tribe is seeking no convictions for crimes of violence or two (2) Southern Ute Tribal Members to involving a child victim, is not party to SOUTHERN UTE CULTURAL CENTER AND MUSEUM serve on the Citizen Review Panel. The litigation involving the Division, or has had Board of Directors Vacancy Panel reviews complaints arising from and an active welfare case within two years, is related to cases handled by the Tribe’s not a Division employee. All applicants will Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum 9583 during regular business hours. A letter Division of Social Services and engages in be subject to a background investigation. (SUCCM) is seeking a qualified tribal or of intent should be submitted in person to a conflict resolution process. Panel members Tribal members interested in serving on the community member for its Board of Directors. SUCCM or by mail at PO Box 737 #95 shall receive compensation at the rate of $25 Citizen Review Panel can turn in a letter of For more information, please call 970-563- Ignacio, CO 81137. per hour for service on the Panel. Applicants intent at the Human Resources Office. The must be at least eighteen (18) years of letter should provide specific evidence of his/ age or older, have demonstrable personal her qualifications. For detailed information or professional knowledge and experience about this volunteer position call Human SOUTHERN UTE WILDLIFE DIVISION with children and/or adult protection, have Resources at 970-563-0100 ext. 2424. Wildlife Advisory Board Vacancy The Tribe is seeking enrolled SUIT members Tribe are eligible for $20/hr compensation Notice of Required Court Appearance wishing to fill THREE vacant seats on the for meeting attendance. Meetings are held Tribal Member Wildlife Advisory Board. Two roughly on a quarterly basis throughout Southern Ute Tribal Court of the vacancies are for regular, 3-year seats the year, and a commitment to attend and on the Board, while the third vacancy is for a participate in all meetings is expected. Plaintiff: RIMCO vs. Defendant Ronald Price; Civil Case No. 14-CV-023 Youth-Only, 1-year seat. The Youth seat may Interested tribal members must submit a brief Return to Court Date: July 30, 2014 at 9:00 AM. For: Money Demand only be filled by a Tribal Member between letter of interest to the Southern Ute Wildlife the ages of 14 and 18. This 8-member Board Division at P.O. Box 737, Ignacio CO 81137. works closely with the Wildlife Division in For more information, please contact the In The Southern Ute Tribal Court planning and recommending actions related Wildlife Division at 970-563-0130. Letters Of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe • On the Southern Ute Reservation to Tribal hunting and fishing programs. of interest will be accepted through Friday, PO Box 737 #149, CR 517, Ignacio, CO • 970-563-0240 Board members not already employed by the August 8, 2014. In the Legal Name Change of In the Legal Name Change of, Case No.: 2014-0051-CV-NC Case No.: 2014-0053-CV-NC NOTICE OF LEGAL NAME CHANGE NOPTICE OF LEGAL NAME CHANGE Dominika Joy, Civil Subject Faustino Luciano David Joy, Civil Subject Notice is hereby given that Dominika Joy has Notice is hereby given that Faustino Luciano- filed an application for legal change of name, David Joy has filed an application for legal to be known hereafter as Dominika Joy-Ramos. change of name, to be known hereafter as Any person desiring to object to the granting Faustino Luciano-David Ramos. Any person of the petition may do so by filing an objection desiring to object to the granting of the petition in writing with the Clerk of the Court no later may do so by filing an objection in writing with than July 28, 2014 at 5:00 PM. If no objection is the Clerk of the Court no later than July 28, made, the Court will grant the legal name change. 2014 at 5:00 PM. If no objection is made, the Dated this 30th day of June, 2014. Court will grant the legal name change. Janie Herrera, Court Clerk Dated this 30th day of June, 2014. Janie Herrera, Court Clerk In the Legal Name Change of, Case No. 2014-0052-CV-NC In the Legal Name Change of, NOTICE OF LEGAL NAME CHANGE Case No.: 2013-0123-CV-NC Calvin Levato, Jr., Civil Subject NOTICE OF LEGAL NAME CHANGE Notice is hereby given that Calvin Levato, Jr., Miguel Alejandro Rodriguez, Civil Subject has filed an application for legal change of Notice is hereby given that Miguel Alejandro name, to be known hereafter as Calvin Klein Rodriguez filed an application for legal change of Joy-Levato, Jr. Any person desiring to object to name, to be known hereafter as Miguel Alejandro the granting of the petition may do so by filing Red. As of February 18, 2014 no person filed an an objection in writing with the Clerk of the objection to the request, and therefore notice is Court no later than July 28, 2014 at 5:00 PM. hereby given that Miguel Alejandro Rodriguez If no objection is made, the Court will grant the name shall be and is hereby legally changed to legal name change. Miguel Alejandro Red. Dated this 30th day of June, 2014. Dated this 7th day of July, 2014. Janie Herrera, Court Clerk Scott Moore, Southern Ute Tribal Judge

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Going “Tri-Digital” for NAJA

Fabian Martinez/SU Drum Southern Ute Drum photographer, Damon Toledo holds three awards he won on July 12, during the Native American Journalist Association (NAJA) Banquet. The conference was held in Santa Clara, California from July 10 to 13. The conference theme was all about traditional news methods moving into a digital form. The Drum staff received a total of five awards for excellence in journalism and photography.

2013 annual reports available

Attention Southern Ute tribal members: The 2013 Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s annual report is available for pick up in The Southern Ute Drum office. Tribal members who would like to receive a copy by mail can request for one by contacting the Drum at 970-563-0118, or by email at sudrum@southernute- nsn.gov. An electronic PDF version will also be available for download on the Southern Ute tribal member website http://www.southernute-nsn. gov/members.

LOCAL IGNACIO WEATHER Friday, July 25 Saturday, July 26 Sunday, July 27

20% Chance of thunderstorms 88˚F Mostly sunny 91˚F Chance of thunderstorms 90˚F

July 26 Aug. 3 Aug. 10 Aug. 17 Aug. 25 Weather data for July 9 – July 22

100 Temperature 90 80 High 89.2˚ 70 Low 51.7˚ 60 Average 69.2˚ 50 40 Average last year 69.4˚ Average hourly temperatureAverage (˚F) 30 7/10 7/12 7/14 7/16 7/18 7/20

.45 Precipitation .4 .35 .3 Total 0.808” .25 Total last year 0.504” .2 .15 .1 .05 Average hourly precipitationAverage (inches) 0 7/10 7/12 7/14 7/16 7/18 7/20

18 Wind speed 16 14 12 Average 4.7 10 Minimum 1.1 8 6 Maximum 15.4 4 2 Average hourly wind speed (mph) Average 0 7/10 7/12 7/14 7/16 7/18 7/20

140 100 Visibility & humidity 90 120 80 100 70 Average visibility 83.5 80 60 50 Average humidity 46.5% 60 40 40 30 20 20 Average hourly humidity (%) Average Average hourly visibility (miles) Average 10 Air quality 0 0 7/10 7/12 7/14 7/16 7/18 7/20 Moderate

Data compiled by Southern Ute Environmental Programs Weather forecasts collected from www.NOAA.gov