Vol. XLI • No. 16 • August 14, 2009 Ignacio, Colorado • 81137-0737 Bulk Rate - U.S. Postage Permit No. 1 Inside Solix: Fueling A Better World The Drum Voices 2 Tribal Update 3 Four Corners 4 Health 5 Archery 6 Solix 7 Education 8 Sports 9 Notices 10 Classifieds 11 Culture Train 12

photo Jeremy Wade Shockley/SU DRUM A vast horizon frames the recently completed Algae Biofuels Pilot Plant in Coyote Gulch on The Native American Heritage Wednesday, July 29, 2009, during the dedication ceremonies. This plant marks a milestone in the development of alternative energy sources, and is a joint venture between Southern Ute Alternative Energy and Solix Biofuels. Pictured below, Growth Fund Executive Director, Bruce Train; The Southern Ute Legacy Valdez, and President of Southern Ute Alternative Energy, Rebecca Kauffman, wrap a Pendelton blanket around Shane Seibel in appreciation for his blessing of the grounds during the dedica- tion of the new biofuels facility in Coyote Gulch. by Jeremy Wade Shockley Southern Ute Drum

Southern Ute Alternative Energy, in partnership with Solix Biofuels, successfully dedicated the new Coyote Gulch Biofuels Pilot Plant on Wednesday, July 29, 2009. Representatives from Southern Ute Alternative Energy, Solix, La Plata County and Southern Ute Tribal Council were present during the opening ceremonies. Matthew J. Box, Southern Ute Tribal Chairman and Bear Dance Chief, gave a prayer, followed by a blessing of photo Jeremy Wade Shockley/SU DRUM the grounds given by tribal mem- ity illustrates why Colorado is cent to an already existing natural ber Shane Seibel. leading the nation in the manufac- gas processing plant. The symbi- Solix Biofuels, whose motto is turing, production, and research of otic relationship between these Fueling a Better World, is a energy efficient and renewable two production plants is essential photo Jeremy Wade Shockley/SU DRUM Colorado State University startup energy, “ Gov. Ritter said. “It’s to the refining process of algae to Young dancers inter the arena in single file after the Historic Durango Silverton Train reached company based out of Fort another example of how all of fuel. A bi-product of natural gas it’s destination at Cascade, with young Shyden Pinnecoose in the front, these dancers participat- Collins, Colorado. Focusing on Colorado benefits when we work production is Carbon Dioxide ed in a mini powwow for a group of visiting tourists as part of the First Annual Heritage Train alternative energy production together-industry, government, (CO2), which is used to help aid on Saturday, August 1, 2009. technology, Solix is making pos- universities and residents.” in the growing process of the sible the large-scale commercial- In speaking with Bob algae used to produce biofuels. Barbara Bustillos Cogswell the Dancers held Grand Entry months of planning, Mikki ization of microalgae-based fuels Zahradnik, Growth Fund Algae based biofuels produc- Sales (Group Tours) Cultural Coordinator and Southern Ute Tribal Elder Roubideaux, CFO and Heritage and co-products. The Coyote Operating Director, he said the tion began on July 16, 2009, fol- Sky Ute Casino Resort Eddie Box Jr. prepared for the Dance Coordinator, and Ms. Gulch Biofuels Plant is the first idea of pursuing alternative ener- lowing the inoculation of the blessing of the train station. Out Andrea Seid, Director of major step in creating a facility gy was favored by Tribal Council facility with microalgae. of respect, the depot guests were Marketing for the D&SNGRR, for full-scale production and has from the beginning. Zahradnik Three large water tanks are On Saturday, August 1st, asked not to take pictures during met at the Ignacio KSUT Radio been achieved through Solix’s and Southern Ute Alternative spread out across the plant site, 2009, the “The Native American this Native ceremonial blessing. studios, interviewed by Lorena partnership with Southern Ute Energy President Rebecca one of which is already opera- Heritage Train; The Southern The words that Mr. Box shared Richards. Ms Richards began, Alternative Energy. Kauffman sought out viable tional and showing signs of algae Ute Legacy,” held its inaugural flowed thru the air like a song... “Where did this idea come Councilwoman Marjorie Borst ideas and partnerships for invest- growth, just under the water’s trip as the first special event to be and the bustling train depot fell from?” Seid shared, “It came said, “As we move into a new era, ment. The Colorado based com- surface. A large water tower orchestrated between Sky Ute silent as everyone stopped to from the idea of wanting to reach we must embrace this as a move pany, Solix Biofuels, fit the bill. stands above the facility, with the Casino Resort and the Durango hear the words of healing and out and strengthen our relation- forward for all Coloradoans.” Solix meets the three primary Solix logo clearly visible. Views & Silverton Narrow Gauge compassion. After the blessing, ship between the railroad and the Other council members voiced critieria for a candidate suitable of an open horizon spread out to Railroad. Over 30 Heritage the dancers and parents, guests community and have people their own hopes and enthusiasm to partner with Southern Ute the south and east. dancers, drummers, and Elder and guardians boarded their indi- experience and learn more about for future renewable energy ven- Alternative Energy; their process Plant manager Dave Diss was story-tellers claimed the train vidual train compartments. Southern Ute Culture.” tures, and the viability of the bio- is: technically sound, environ- on hand at the dedication to their own and rode with hundreds Once onboard the train, I Mikki Roubideaux shared, fuels plant. Councilwoman mentally friendly, and economi- explain the technical process to of tourists, locals and residents thanked the dancers and stated, “We have two Elders that will be Ramona Eagle applauded this as cally feasible. The most impor- those seeking a better understand- from the town of Ignacio. “Today, this is your train! This speaking about the area, Mr. a first step towards many ven- tant of these criteria being that ing of the operation. Following For myself, this event was train ride is dedicated to the So. Byron Frost and Mr. Eddie Box tures into alternative energy for the idea and process of algae to opening ceremonies, Growth emotional due to the integration Ute Legacy and you can walk Jr., and the Casino designed a the Tribe,” The Creator has energy is technically sound, and Fund employees and Solix staff of Native American Mothers, proudly from car to car to meet special brochure to showcase blessed this tribe and the future was lab tested under the supervi- mingled with public officials and Fathers, Fort Lewis students and the people, introduce yourself, important historical points of So. generations.” Councilman Steve sion of Chief Scientific Officer Tribal Council who had come to children riding the train; some tell them about your Regalia, or Ute history.” Ms Seid, followed, Herrera finished by noting, “We Dr. Bryan Willson of Colorado Coyote Gulch in order to view the for the first time. It was an honor you can pick any seat and look at “We dedicated the “Prospector must also acknowledge our eld- State University, also the Co- plant for the first time and discuss to be riding the 3rd most popular the beautiful mountain side Car” for the Elder Storytellers, ers and the wisdom we have founder and Chief Technology the opportunities ahead. privatized train in the world and …this is your day!” Some of the which is a table and chair type gained from them,” in regards to Officer of Solix. Only after meet- The technology being set in the number 1 in the United States children began to move from car seating area… so they will ride many of the Tribe’s successes. ing stringent criteria was the motion here on Tribal Lands is (polled by the Society of to car, jump from seat to seat and with the passengers. The two- Chairman Box read a letter from Coyote Gulch Biofuels Pilot not only groundbreaking, but American Travel Writers). the parents followed. Many of hour ride to Cascade will stop for Colorado Governor Bill Ritter Plant set in motion. also sustainable. While many Held at the downtown Durango the dancers were invited by SU lunch and to enjoy a 45-minute stating: “Congratulations to Solix The Coyote Gulch Pilot Plant forms of Biofuels are possible, train depot, The Rolling Thunder Elder Dixie Naranjo, to discuss presentation by the Heritage and the Southern Utes for this site, which is located on the many of them use food products Boys, a Southern Ute Drum the importance of Regalia. innovative addition to Colorado’s Southeast corner of the Southern Group, began the ceremony as Prior to the event, and after Heritage Train page 12 New Energy Economy. This facil- Ute Indian Reservation, is adja- Solix page 2

August 14, 2009 Voices Waini (2)

Tri Ute Language Conference Set ExpressExpress YourYour OpinionsOpinions To Coincide With Tribal Fair Tri Ute Thanks Norm Lansing for donation of Duck Race winners were: discuss the current lnguage devel- will disappear within the next I would like to put a thank you display equipment 1st Place – Louann Liggett- At their meeting of August opment and accomplishments that generation if protective steps and into the drum for the Tri-Ute Linda Grove d’Wolf for coor- Blythe, Ignacio, CO, $400 Cash 11, 2009, the Southern Ute Tribal each of the Ute Tribes have made sharing of information is not Games. I would like it to read as dinating Hand Games 2nd Place – Baird Kleinsmith, Council approved a Tri-Ute to maintain the Ute language accomplished. follows: Dixie Naranjo for coordinating Mercury Payment Systems, Language Conference to be held among their young people, and For additional information Thank you to everyone who with her sister Darleen Frost and Durango, $300 Cash on Wednesday, September 9, and Tribal members. regarding the meeting or to helped to make the 2009 Tri-Ute putting together a wonderful 3rd Place – Chris Claps, Thursday, September 10, 2009 at Al agenda for the meeting is express your concerns about the Games a success. presentation of Shinney includ- Oxford, $200 Cash the Sky Ute Conference Center. being developed and will be current state of the Ute language I would like to give a special ing their personal equipment. 4th Place – Melissa Trevino, Tribal Elders and Ute Language available for viewing before the in general, please call Sage thanks to the following people Grounds Maintenance for doing Mercury Payment Systems, speakers from the Northern Ute, meeting. Remington at (970) 769-3638, or who went above and beyond! an amazing job of making the sur- Denver, $100 Cash! Ute Mountain Ute and the The Ute language is a precious contact the Southern Ute Tribal Kip Koso, SunUte Director rounding facilities beautiful. Southern Ute Tribes, will meet to tribal and cultural resource which Council office at (970) 563-0100. All SunUte Staff especially the Fiesta Thank You! Recreation Department; Damon Janet Mosher, San Ignacio Fiesta in Ignacio White Thunder, Ian Twiss, Recreation Manager would like to thank everyone who Angelo Valdez, and Jenn Sirios came out and celebrated our Southern Ute Coaches: Chris SUCAP Duck Race annual community celebration. such as corn,So lorix compete: Fu ewithlingalgae’s A B symbioticetter Wrelationshiporld • fwer oarem looking pa gforwarde 1 to build- Valdez, Precious Collins, Ian Thanks All events were very well attend- the resources necessary to pro- with natural gas sites, prevalent ing a future together with the Twiss, Brianna Simbeck, and Thank you to everyone who ed and we hope that everyone duce food products. The Algae to through out the world, reduces Southern Ute Indian Tribe. What Isiah Valdez. helped with our Annual SUCAP enjoyed themselves. To all of the Energy process does not directly carbon dioxide emissions. The we are creating is a partnership Coordinators/Coaches for Duck Race during San Ignacio creative and colorful entries that effect the world’s food supply, overall benefits will slow climate with a larger global impact, as we swimming and Archery: Lin Fiesta. Our Early Head Start pro- made our parade so wonderful – making it much more sustainable change (global warming), while pioneer this technology.” Eskridge and Muz Pinnecoose gram will have $2473 thanks to Great Job! A special thank you to on a global scale. The benefits of lessening our dependence on A lunch banquet was provided Volunteers for your generosity!!! To SUCAP the following merchants who con- harvesting algae for fuel are sig- conventional fossil fuels. at the Sky Ute Casino following Swimming: Robin Duffy Board members who bought and tributed to the Fiesta parade mak- nificant: algae quickly repro- Doug Henston, Chief the dedication. Closing remarks Wirth, Lisa Allen, Zerhrena sold tickets, thanks so much! ing cash prizes possible: Ignacio duces, algae does not compete Executive Officer of Solix, said were made along with a presenta- Richards Thanks to The Style Shop in Auto, Pinon Liquor, Julies El with the global food supply, and “With the Biofuels Pilot Plant, tion of gifts. Feast Hall: Lisa Williams, Ignacio for selling tickets for us Amigo, El Dorado, Maralex Natalie Richards, Elania too! Resources, and Custom Cuts. Romero, Sherrie Haynes Thank you to all of our depart- We would like to also thank St. Information/Check in Table: ments for their sales (Head Start, Ignatius Parishioners, The Town Bob Piccoli’s Retirement Party Darrell Clah, Thomas Romero Early Head Start, Peaceful Spirit, of Ignacio Employees, Southern August 21, 2009 • 4pm – 7pm Facility Operations: Kristi The Training Advantage), to Ute Color Guard, Boy Garnanez, Matt Weaver, Jacob Lydia Chavez, for hitting the Scouts/Venture Crew 718, Los Sky Ute Casino Resort’s Event Center, Room A, Ignacio, Colorado Posey pavement to sell as many tickets Colores de Ignacio Dancers, Hospitality Room: Billy Jack, as she could and for braving the Ignacio Schools, Los Pinos Jill Gaffney rocky river to release the ducks! Knights of Columbus, Sky Ute Parking: Don Folsom Thank you again to Gina Casino, Parade Judges, SUCAP, General Election Information General: Megan Posey, Brad Schulz for aggressively pursuing Telekave, Ritmo, Fr. Douglas Kujath, Ty Conrad, Austin ticket sales and to Marc Katz of Hunt, St. Mary’s Choir, Dixie Statement of Intention Deadline: September 7, 2009 Thorne, Jesonna Ollis, Susie Mercury Payment Systems, for Melton, Naoma Jones, Liva If you are interested in running, for a Tribal Council seat in the upcoming General Election, November Banwart his matching donation of Pacheco, Dolores Atencio, Debbie 6, 2009; the deadline for filing a “Statement of Intention” is September 7, 2009. September 7, 2009 is The Sky Ute Casino and Resort $275.00. To the Southern Ute Valencia, Yolanda Duran, Balty a Holiday, so the Election Board will set up their office in the lobby of the Southern Ute Justice Center, especially Ben Fernandez, Heidi Indian Tribe for allowing SUCAP Quintana, Fred Gonzales, Leona between the hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Doscher, Shannon Brown, Connie to hold the Duck Race in their Red, Art & Barbara Sanchez, McCall, and the Security Crew waters, and to Mr. White from the Renee Cuthair, Sylvia Sanchez, General Election: November 6, 2009, 7AM-7PM The Southern Ute Police DOW for use of the fish nets. Gary & Betty Wiley, Arlene Rea, Constitution, Article IV, Section 1: There shall be annual elections held on the first Friday in November. Department especially Lt. Bill On the day of the race – thank Jim & Kathleen Threadgill, Joe Lucero you so much to Mandy Silva & Family, Don Silva, If you have any questions, please call the Southern Ute Election Board at The Southern Ute Drum espe- Velasquez, Wildcats Caitlin Barbara Valdez & Family, cially Robert Ortiz and Jeremy Garcia, Chasity Bean, Shelsey Mercedes Boughan, Marie Zeller, (970) 563-0l00 ext. 2303 or ext. 2305. Shockley Lagerstrom, Destaney Reynolds, Marcelino & Josie Archuleta, The Southern Ute Museum and Skyla Ruybal, also, Arianna Sage Medicine Blanket, Betty Jo especially LeAnn Wilson and Weaver, Mariah Thompson, Quintana, St. Peters Carmelitas, Marian Gilmore Eileen Wasserbach, Julie St. Ignatius Carmelitas, Stan Cox, The Southern Ute Academy Goodman, Jennifer Rugland- Gene & Sherri Gurule, Mom’s Trekkers Tour Colorado especially Carol Baker-Olguin Claps, Annalise Mahnken, and Hidden Closet and the many oth- and Linda Daniels for help with anyone else I may have forgotten ers that pitched in and helped the Cafeteria who braved the warm river water when we needed it. The Ignacio School District to help me determine which St. Ignatius Catholic Church is especially Juvie Jones for use of ducks won and then retrieve all proud to have hosted another the High School Gym the ducks from the water. wonderful community event and Our Master of Ceremonies Thank you to everyone for we look forward to seeing every- Eddie Box making this another successful one again next year. Our Concessionaire Estelle year. Hope to see you all again Monte-Jimenez next year, same time!!! San Ignacio Fiesta Committee

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Tribal Update Celebrate E-RACE The Colorado Civil Rights Commission is a seven-member, bipartisan panel whose mission is to con- duct hearings on the character, causes and extent of illegal discriminatory practices throughout the state. August Horoscopes by “The Starlady” DORA’s Colorado Civil Rights Division is charged with the enforcement of the state’s civil rights statutes in housing, employment and public accommodation, in order to protect businesses and consumers from c VIRGO (August 23-September 23) i PISCES (February 20-March 20) the damages of discrimination. BIRTHDAY SALUTATIONS VIRGO PEOPLE! A Full Moon in your sign on the 4th signifies a situation Colorado Civil Rights Commission & Division • Celebrate E-RACE This year before you blow out the candles on your cake, that has come full circle. Partners or those closest to you Wednesday, August 19, 2009 at Sky Ute Conference Center, 14324 U.S. Hwy. 172N, Ignacio, Colorado send your wishes out into the Universe. What comes may offer valuable advice regarding personal relation- I. Civil Rights Commission Public Monthly Meeting back may surprise you. The New Moon in your sign on ships. Listen to them if you’ve a mind to, but the bot- the 18th acts as a trigger and activates a more promising tom line is the only person making the decisions will be 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., Main Ballroom cycle. Early in the month relationships with others may you. Consider this month a time of endings followed by II. Reception 4:30 - 5:30 p.m., Main Ballroom tend to be more sensitive than usual. Pay close attention beginnings. Each lunation signals the beginning or end Sponsored by The Gay & Lesbian Fund of Colorado to the type of remarks you make when speaking to oth- of a cycle. The New Moon on the 18th begins a more III. Civil Rights Forum 5:30 - 7:00 p.m., Event Room E ers and avoid the hurtful ones. beneficial cycle. A facilitated discussion with the Civil Rights Commission on civil rights issues affecting Coloradans. Free and open to the public. For more information, contact DORA’s Civil Rights Division at: (303) 894- d LIBRA (September 24-October 23) ^ ARIES (March 21-April 20) 7821 www.dora.state.co.us/civil-rights. This month you may have a better opportunity to gain Be fearless Rams! A New Moon on the 18th launches a greater insight into unresolved issues. Weigh your deci- fresh attitude regarding work, or a job situation. Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Multi-Purpose/Memorial Chapel sions LIBRA. Your sign is best known for thoughtful Advancements are entirely possible Aries. Keeping an Please join us in the groundbreaking ceremonies to be held for the Multi-Purpose/Memorial Chapel on action. Later on the 23rd you’ll be able to see matters more open mind this month will allow you to see favorable August 27, 2009 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at the Ute Park. Refreshments will be served. For more infor- clearly. A NEW MOON on the 18th sets the process into opportunities when they arise. SATURN’S demanding motion and gently nudges you in a favorable direction. On influence may mean extra work for you but the rewards are mation please call (970) 563-0138. the 11th VENUS your ruling planet teams with JUPITER substantial. All it takes is a little self discipline and a pos- the fun one prompting you to get out and enjoy yourself. itive attitude. A dose of ambition would be helpful as well. Car Thermometer Offered Laughter is one of the best remedies for monotony. Do you know what the temperature is in your car when it has been locked up and sitting in the sun for _ TAURUS (April 21-May 21) several hours? Come by Occupant Protection and get your complimentary thermometer. You put it in the e SCORPIO (October 24-November 22) A productive NEW MOON on the 18th infuses your window of your car and it will do the rest. These are provided as a safety device to give you an idea of There’s no avoiding it SCORPIO, this month you are sign with enthusiasm and a desire to be creative. how quickly your car can heat up. Sometimes just leaving your child or pet in the car while you quickly cordially invited to get out and socialize more. The Pleasure loving VENUS your planetary ruler enters the run in to check the mail, pay a bill, or any number of really quick errands seems like the easiest way to planets have arranged ample opportunities for you to compatible sign of VIRGO on the 21st and stirs up the go, but sometimes it ends up being a little longer than we thought. We run into an old friend, that “hi” meet and greet old and new friends. At work you’re the fun-loving side of your nature. The only stumbling turned into a 20 minute conversation, or we had to wait in line, etc. In the meantime that pet or child is top dog and others admire you for that. This is the time block is SATURN’S present standoff with URANUS waiting for you and the car is getting hotter. Don’t believe me, come by 295 Lakin Street in Ignacio and to show off your many talents. Promoting your person- which might put a slight damper on personal plans. al goals and objectives may be easier than usual now. Don’t let that deter you from achieving your goals TAU- pick up your thermometer and just see what it looks like in your car. Please. Thank you, Southern RUS, practice patience. Ute/Ignacio Injury Prevention Coalition. f SAGITTARIUS (November 23-December 21) Career ambitions take precedence as September’s plan- ` GEMINI (May 21-June 21) 2009 Southern Ute Fair Duck Race etary action prompts recognition from the boss. Others Maintaining the peace of the household may not be easy The 2009 Southern Ute Fair Duck Race tickets are now on sale! The Duck Race will be held on notice your efforts as well and are favorably impressed. on the 15th when SATURN and URANUS are directly September 13, 2009 beginning at 3:00 p.m. The winning ducks will be pulled from the HWY 151 Bidge. This month you have extra clout Sagittarius. Why not opposite each other. An elder may need your assistance The cost is $5.00 per duck. Prizes are $600.00 for 1st place; $300 for 2nd place; and $100.00 for 3rd place. put it to good use and give it your best shot. this month. Do what you can to help out. You may be To purchase ducks contact Danielle Hight at (970) 563-4785 or Amy Barry at (970) 563-0118. Opportunities like this are few and far between. Both able to brighten their day as well as yours. There’s a your reputation and your popularity have the likelihood possibility that you might be mulling over a way to Upcoming Ignacio Events of soaring to the sky this month. brighten up your abode. It doesn’t have to be anything Ignacio Bike Week, September 3-7, 2009, Info: www.ignaciobikeweek.com elaborate. Small changes can make large difference. CAPRICORN (December 22-January 20) Southern Ute Tribal Fair & PowWow, September 11-13, 2009, Info: (970) 563-0100 g The current planetary activity suggests you might be a CANCER (June 22-July 22) dealing with people at a distance or from foreign coun- There’s plenty of power behind your opinions this tries. It would be in your best interest to keep track of month Moon Kids. It may be wise to choose your words your communications as MERCURY slips into its back- carefully, especially when dealing with family mem- Southern Ute Tribal Fair Notice ward motion on the 7th. Normal daily activities have a bers. SATURN’S weighty influence might have you Next Superintendents and Volunteers meeting to plan the 2009 Southern Ute Tribal Fair will be August tendency to get confusing during these periods. It’s best feeling a bit picked on during this forecast period. 26th, 2009, in the Buckskin Charlie Room at 5:30 p.m. Dinner will be provided. Any other questions to finish up old projects rather than to begin them. Particularly on the 1st when URANUS AND SATURN can be answered at (970) 563-0118 or (970) 563-0100 Ext. 2251. PLUTO’S continued influence in your sign is slowly take an opposing stance. Your only choices may be to altering your disposition and your outlook. It’s a sort of take on extra responsibility... or not. renewal process. Go with the flow. The 2009 Tribal Fair Theme winner is Rod Grove, congratulations Rod! LEO (July 23-August 22) This year’s winning theme was selected by a ghost panel. b h AQUARIUS (January 21-February 19) Generous VENUS glides along in your sign until the “With our yesterday, we dream of our tomorrow.” Because SATURN and URANUS are at odds with each 20th endowing you with lots of personal pizaaz and other this month it may be wise to keep a close eye on magnetism. Check to make sure your willpower is your budget. With both planets affecting the money areas turned on and working because on the 11th VENUS and of your chart, URANUS says spend, SATURN says save, JUPITER will test it to the max. There’s no escaping it’s confusing. The good part is that you do have complete the energy of this dynamic duo and they might have control and can curb the temptation to spend, spend, you going over the top when it comes to self indul- Miss Southern Ute Royalty Pageant spend. Another area also requires your attention AQUAR- gence. Luckily with SATURN currently in the money The Miss Southern Ute Royalty and Committee would like to cordially IUS, your job. It may have become frustrating lately section of your chart, common sense prevails and saves because of a “hurry up and wait” effect taking place. you from a spending spree at mid month. invite you to the Miss Southern Ute Pageant.

Carole Maye is a Certified Astrology Professional with over 30 years of astrological study and practice. August 26, 2009 Private horoscope consultations can be arranged by appointment, via email: [email protected] Sky Ute Casino Event Center from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

If you are interested in running for Miss Southern Ute, Jr. Miss Southern Ute or Little Miss Southern Ute, you must fill out an application. Applications are available from any Miss Southern Ute Committee member & also from the LCB Administration Building. Deadline for turning in applications are at 5:30 p.m. August 26, 2009, at the Sky Ute Event Center where the pageant is being held. There will be a table in front of the entrance to the room where you will return your application & sign in.

If you would like additional information & a handbook that details all what is expected at the pageant & the crowning at the Southern Ute Fair, please contact Tileta Jefferson at the LCB Building, MIS Department Direct phone number is (970) 563-4712.

JOM School Supply Distribution

The JOM Committee has set the 2009-2010 School Supply distribution dates as follows

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 Education Center from 5:30 pm - 7 pm, Grades K-6 Wednesday, August 19,2009 Education Center from 5:30 pm - 7 pm, Grades 7-12 Thursday, August 20,2009 Education Center from 4 pm - 5:30 pm, For students that were unable to come on Tuesday and Wednesday

In order for JOM to serve our students, we need to have a copy of the student's CIB (Certification of Indian Blood) on file.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Ellen Baker at the Southern Ute Public Education Department (970) 563-0235.

August 14, 2009 Update Wh-chu-wiini (4)

Of Four Corners Interest 2009 Moving Mountains Education Series Mountain Studies Institute is bringing together some of the regions experts on Air Quality to present and discuss the current status of air quality conditions in the Four Corners, potential health effects asso- ciated with air quality, and future regulation measures. For a schedule, or to register visit www.mountain- studies.org. First 70 to register get free lunch. This event is open to the public. The forum will be held August 26, 2009, at the Durango Public Library, from 8:30 am to 4:30 am. MSI will be hosting seminars, field trips, and workshops in Silverton and Durango throughout the summer months. Visit the MSI web- site for more detail on the hike and a complete schedule. The schedule will be updated as seminars are added. Most presentations are offered at no cost. The schedule is available in on the web at www.moun- tainstudies.org under “What’s New”. Contact: Aaron Kimple, [email protected], (970) 247-7071. 10 years ago... Veterans Service Office Moving to New Location Robyn Wright Dunbar demon- The La Plata County Veterans Service Office is moving to its new location at 1970 E 3rd Avenue, strates to the Discovery Camp partici- Durango and will be opened for business at that location on August 10, 2009. This move allows the pants that teutonic pressures caused Veterans Service Office to co-locate with the VA Clinic. The new office phone number will be (970) 759- the folding of the rock layers that were 0117. Office hours will remain the same: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and appointments viewed near the Piedra River. are encouraged. Please call (970) 382-6150 to schedule your appointment. Clockwise are: Dunbar, Alyse Maez, Gabby Herrera, Dionna Rock, Alicia Portal Artisans’ Indian Market Celebration Albo, Asa Burch and Melvin Pena. From 9am-5pm on August 22-23, take a break from Santa Fe’s annual Indian Market and enjoy the shady Standing to the right is Frank Palace Courtyard, where artisans of the Portal Program will offer traditional Indian dances, music, handcraft- Richards of YNR. ed art, raffles and a Native specialties food booth. This free event, just steps away from the Santa Fe Plaza, This photo was published in the has long been a welcome stop for families and Indian Market visitors. Hundreds of Native American artisans August 13, 1999 issue of the Southern have qualified for participation by demonstrating the authenticity of their Native American pottery, sandpaint- Ute Drum. ing, silverwork, lapidary, and weaving. Admission is $6 for NM residents, $9 for others. Sunday admission is free for all New Mexicans. Children 16 and under are always free. Ute Indian Museum Film Festival and Chipeta Days Celebration The Ute Indian Museum in Montrose, Colorado will be holding it’s annual Chipeta Days Celebration on August 28 and August 29, 2009. The Ute Museum Film Festival and Indian Market will begin on August 28 at the Montrose Pavilion, with plenty of entertainment and presentations throughout the day, and The Chipeta Days Celebration will be at the Ute Museum, with a free buffalo feast and cultural program. For more infor- Photo Archives/DRUM mation please call the Ute Indian museum at (970) 249-3098.

your cousins & Your Grandpa Bennett will always be here for you when you have good days & bad days. So May you both have a won- derful year & may God watch over you every- day. I Love you both!!!!!!!!!! Love always your mom, JoGenia Cross

Wishing My Daughter a Very Happy Birthday Natelle Rae Theresa Thompson Your birthday tells a story To My Sons Eli & Shelton Garcia about a daughter too special for words, I am wishing you a Happy Belated birthday on about hopes realized, August 4, 2009. I want you to both know that I memories to keep, Love You Boys so much and even though we and dreams waiting to come true. have gone through a rough year that I will Your birthday tells a story ALWAYS be here for you both no matter what about how beautiful a life can be and that I will NEVER let you boys down.You when it holds as much warmth both mean so much to me and it's hard to and friendship believe that you are 14 & 6 years old the time and love sure flew by so fast. I'll always cherish every as yours does... moment that I share with you and the more we That's why today is so important will share. Remember that your Grandma to everyone who knows you and who loves LaVara would be so proud of you, I know that Photo Archives/DRUM the wonderful person you are. she is watching over you every day & I know you Wishing You Happiness 20 years ago... miss her & I'm sure she misses you both Today, Tomorrow, and Always too.Especially “STRONG HAND”, but also Singers led by Mr. Eddie Box Sr. included Mr. Gerald Howe, Lt. Elwood Kent, Mr. Byron Happy Birthday, I Love You! remember that your Aunties Luana, Becky, Red, Mr. James Box Sr., Mr. Kenny Frost and Erica Howe. Many thanks to Gerald and the Love MOM Renelda & Elaina, Your Uncles Keith & Frank, All Youth Group. This photo was published in the August 18, 1989 issue of the Southern Ute Drum. PowWow Trails 2009 2009 Crow Fair Celebration August 14-16, 2009 Crow Agency, MT Contact: Larry Blacksmith, (406) 620-7050 Email: [email protected] Web: www.crowtribe.com Ute Mountain Ute Casino PowWow August 21-23, 2009 PowWow Grounds (Behind Casino) • Towaoc, CO Contact: (800) 258-8007 Web: www.utemountaincasino.com 24th Annual Central Navajo Fair PowWow August 21-22, 2009 Pinon Community School Gym • Pinon, AZ Contact: Ron Manson, (928) 401-1518 Email: [email protected] 30 years ago... 4 Bears Casino PowWow Summer youth baseball group receiving their certificates for perfect attendance, they September 4-6, 2009 were in the All Star Baseball team. End of Summer Youth program. This was the last game 4 Bears Casino & Lodge for the summer youth baseball teams. Frontage Road • Newtown, ND This photo was published in the August 17, 1979 issue of the Southern Ute Drum. Contact: Rhonda, (701) 421-1990 or 1-800-294-5454 Web: www.4bearscasino.com/entertainment.shtml Ottawa PowWow & Celebration September 4-6, 2009 11400 S. 613 Rd. • Miami, OK Ute Language Contact: Charla Dawes, (918) 540-1536, Email: [email protected] Web: www.ottawapowwow.com United Tribes International PowWow Künuuchì - “Grandfather” September 10-13, 2009 United Tribes Technical College • Bismarck, ND Contact: (701) 255-3285, ext 1293 In araa nûnai künuuchì - Web: www.uttc.edu “This is my Grandfather” Southern Ute Tribal Fair & PowWow September 11-13, 2009 Sky Ute Fairgrounds • Ignacio, CO Editor’s Note: The Ute Language and “Translation” Contact: Corliss Taylor (970) 764-7056 or Cindy Winder (970) 563-0100, ext 2301 Web: www.southern-ute.nsn.us are transcribed from the 2000 Ute Dictionary, ©1996

August 14, 2009 Mahni-gey-knee (5) Health

Healthy Perspectives: The Kidney Corner: “Baby Teeth - What’s the Big Deal” “Stages of Chronic Kidney Disease”

by Dr. Matthew Clark, MD mouth becomes a place where by Dr. Mark Saddler, MD the GFR may be normal. ic kidney disease, with a GFR of Southern Ute Health Clinic cavities will form if these liquids Durango Nephrology Associates Stage 2, or mild chronic kidney 15 to 30, patients need assistance stay in contact with the teeth for disease is defined by a GFR of 60 to make a plan for dialysis or longer periods of time. to 90. This level of kidney dis- transplantation. Unfortunately, it Dr. Terry Batliner, Associate Brush your child’s teeth twice Chronic kidney disease is ease also requires careful moni- is unusual for patients in this stage Dean of the University of per day, once in the morning and divided into five stages by sever- toring and sometimes treatment. to recover, though the rate of pro- Colorado School of Dental just before putting your child to ity. These stages are determined One problem is that the tests gression of their disease can usu- Medicine, joins us for this col- bed. Parents need to brush the by measurement of the available to distinguish the pres- ally be slowed. umn to share some information teeth because kids can’t get all Glomerular Filtration Rate ence of stage 2 kidney disease Most patients with Stage 5 kid- about baby teeth and their impor- the germs off by themselves. (GFR), a measure of the filtering have some inaccuracy and it can ney disease (also known as End tance to your child’s health. They need your help until the age capacity of the kidneys, which be hard to distinguish this mild Stage Kidney Disease) require Although babies are born with- of 6 or 7. can be calculated easily from degree of kidney disease from dialysis or a kidney transplant to out teeth, one by one they start to If you are a new mom, dad, common blood tests. Stage 1, the normal kidney function. stay alive. Although great strides come in until, by about the age of grandmother or grandfather you least severe, is defined by a nor- Stage 3, or moderate chronic kid- have been made in the care of two, 20 little teeth can usually be have the power to prevent cavi- mal GFR, above 90 ml/minute. ney disease, is defined by a GFR of patients with end stage kidney found peeking out from between delaying their growth and devel- ties in your new baby’s teeth. People with Stage 1 kidney dis- 30 to 60. Most patients with this disease, it remains a difficult their lips. If you are a parent, you opment. As they are learning to Following the three tips above, ease have either protein loss in stage of kidney disease continue to condition to tolerate. probably will never forget that talk, children need their teeth to you can make sure your baby has the urine or some other evidence feel well and many have no clues Unfortunately, kidney disease first smile. As a child’s diet goes speak properly. The germs that the best chance to grow up with a of kidney disease, for example that they have kidney disease tends to progress from one stage to from liquid and soft mushy food cause cavities in baby teeth often healthy smile, free of dental pain. scarring on a kidney scan. Many despite their kidneys working from the next over a long period of time. to solids, they are able to take in will hang around and lead to cav- This year, a special dental pro- people with Stage 1 kidney dis- about one third to two thirds of nor- Careful control of the cause of the more nutrients, helping them to ities in permanent teeth. gram is taking place in our com- ease are able, with treatment, to mal. However, several organ sys- kidney disease, and medications and grow strong in body and A few simple tips can keep munity for families with infants continue normal kidney function tems start to sustain damage during for chronic kidney disease, can mind. Teeth are important your child from the pain of den- and toddlers. The well child and throughout their lives provided this stage including bones, heart slow the course of this progression throughout life for eating, speak- tal cavities: dental clinics at the Southern Ute the underlying cause of the kid- and blood vessels and most patients and greatly delay the onset of end ing and smiling. The baby teeth Once your child has teeth, Health Center at Ignacio are ney disease can be cured or con- need medications during this stage stage disease. So, if you have kid- are useful, and many of them wean the baby off the bottle or working with the Centers for trolled. For example, many dia- to slow the progression of their kid- ney disease, feel free to ask your will be with your child until he or the breast. Prolonged nursing can American Indian and Alaska betic patients in the early stages ney disease and to protect other doctor what your stage is so that she is a 12 or 13 years old. increase the chance of serious Native Health at the University of their disease may have protein organs. you can participate in monitoring If things go wrong with a decay. of Colorado on a cavity preven- loss in the urine, though initially During stage 4, or severe chron- the stage of your disease. child’s teeth, there can be serious, Babies need to eat, play and tion research project. You are long-term consequences. Tooth sleep. However, eating should invited to take part in this project decay (cavities) in baby teeth can not be combined with playing or for American Indian children often be very painful. A child sleeping. Do not let your baby under the age of 3. If you would Free Victim Advocate Training with dental pain can become irri- sleep with a bottle or carry one like more information you can Media Release The victim advocate training The Mission of Our Sister’s table or misbehave at school, act- around and sip from it all day contact the project coordinator: Our Sisters Keeper Coalition will be free to all community Keeper Coalition is to be dedicat- ing out because his or her teeth long. Fruit juice, soda pop, sports Valerie Orlando 1(800) 820- members who are interested in ed to the actions that promote the hurt. Children may avoid eating drinks, and even milk can cause 9299 or to schedule a visit call helping victims of domestic vio- safety and sovereignty of all fam- certain foods because of the pain, tooth decay (cavities). The Marie at (970) 946-9100. Our Sister’s Keeper Coalition lence, sexual assault, dating vio- ilies, and to honor the fundamen- will provide a free victim advo- lence and stalking. The training tal value of those who experience cate training held on Monday, will teach victim advocates how Family Violence by providing Albuquerque Area Indian Health Board, Inc. (AAIHB) August 31, Tuesday, September to answer the hotline, assist inclusive victim services, educa- 5015 Prospect Avenue, NE • Albuquerque, NM 87110 1st, and Wednesday, September crime victims to court or other tional programs and community Telephone: (505) 764-0036 • Fax: (505) 764-0446 • Toll Free: 1-800-658-6717 2nd , 2009. The training will be locations and to assist Our outreach, all of which help sur- Web page: www.aaihb.org • Email: [email protected] held at the Cortez Public Library Sister’s Keeper in stopping vio- vivor’s achieve long term finan- (202 N. Park St.) and will begin at lence against our women and cial goals and self-sufficiency. AAIHB seeks a full-time STD HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education Program Manager. Minimum required: Bachelor’s degree in public health or related medical field. Master’s degree preferred. 2-5 years of grant 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm. children. Refreshments will be provided. writing experience. Previous work in STD and HIV/AIDS. Project and financial management experience required. Computer knowledge/skills required. Certified in HIV testing, counseling and minimum train- ing in DEBI Intervention and/or Evidence Based Interventions. Native American preference in hiring will be extended. Send resume, three professional references, salary history and cover letter to Human Fire Safety for Older Adults Resources, Albuquerque, NM 87110 or email to [email protected] Detailed requirements available at www.aaaihb.org Click on Job Opportunities. for older Americans. The kitchen tion when deep-frying. If a fire The facts speak for them- is one of the most active and breaks out in a pan, put a lid on selves: Americans over the age of potentially dangerous rooms in the pan. Never throw water on a 65 are one of the groups at great- the home. grease fire. Never use a range or est risk of dying in a fire. On The unsafe use of smoking stove to heat your home. average, more than 900 materials is the leading cause of Youth Conference Americans age 65 and over die in fire deaths among older Space Heaters fires. People over the age of 85 Americans. Buy only Underwriter’s die in fires at a rate five times Heating equipment is responsi- Laboratory (UL) approved higher than the rest of the popu- ble for a big share of fires in sen- heaters. Use only the manufac- lation. However, there are a num- iors’ homes. Extra caution turer’s recommended fuel for ber of precautionary steps older should be used with alternate each heater. Do not use electric Americans can take to dramati- heaters such as wood stoves or space heaters in the bathroom or cally reduce their chances of electric space heaters. around other wet areas. Do not becoming a fire casualty. Faulty wiring is another major dry or store objects on top of cause of fires affecting the elder- your heater. Keep combustibles Understanding the Risks ly. Older homes can have serious away from heat sources. Why Are Older People at wiring problems, ranging from Risk? old appliances with bad wiring to Smoking Older Americans are at risk for overloaded sockets. Don’t leave smoking materials fire death and injuries for a num- unattended. Use “safety ash- ber of reasons: Safety Tips for Older trays” with wide lips. Empty all They may be less able to take Americans ashtrays into the toilet or a metal the quick action necessary in a container every night before fire emergency. Kitchen Fires going to bed. Never smoke in They may be on medication Most kitchen fires occur bed. that affects their ability to make because food is left unattended Finally, having a working quick decisions. on the stove or in the oven. If you smoke alarm dramatically Many older people live alone must leave the kitchen while increases your chances of surviv- and when accidents happen oth- cooking, take a spoon or pothold- ing a fire. And remember to prac- ers may not be around to help. er with you to remind you to tice a home escape plan frequent- What Fire Hazards Affect return to the kitchen. Never cook ly with your family. Older People? with loose, dangling sleeves that This message brought to you by The Southern Ute Health Cooking accidents are the lead- can ignite easily. Heat cooking the Southern Ute Risk Management Services hosted a Youth ing cause of fire related injuries oils gradually and use extra cau- Division Conference at SunUte from July 30 to July 31st, 2009. Elaine Miles of “Northern Exposure” fame who played Kidney Screening & Conference Marilyn, and Loosey Goosey of “Smoke Signals”, made an Friday, August 21, 2009 appearance to discuss her tri- als and tribulations of becom- Please join us for a day of health! Health Screening, Sweat Lodge, Poker Walk, Guest ing an actress and what she Speakers, Lunch & More. Learn how kidney disease can be prevented and managed. has gained from that experi- ence. The youth in attendance 6:00 am Sweat Lodge at Peaceful Spirit enjoyed many healthy and 9:00 am Poker Walk at Veterans Park exciting activities and had a 10:00 am Health Screening at SunUte, Cholesterol, Blood Glucose, Blood Pressure, good time in the process, as the Kidney Screenings top photo shows. Other events 12:15 pm Guest Speaker: Dr. Matthew Clark, IHS included other guest speakers, and a trip to the Bar-D “Risk factors and Prevention of Kidney Disease Chuckwagon to watch the Bar- Lunch Provided D Wranglers world famous 1:00 pm Guest Speaker: Dr. Mark Saddler, Durango Nephrology Associates stage show. The event was “Kidney Disease” organized by Gloria Casias- 2:00 pm Talking Circle Mounts of the Southern Ute Health Services Department. photos Jeremy Wade Shockley/SU DRUM Call Julie or Henry at (970) 563-4741 for information. All Events are free!

August 14, 2009 Archery Nah-VAY-knee (6)

Fast & Furious Arrows Fly At Annual Archery Challenge by Don Folsom Department had plenty of help this Community Resource Officer year in making this event a suc- cess. Chief of Police Zach Rock set up a great 3-D target course The arrows flew fast and using all the trees, brush and ter- furious at Lake Capote August rain that Lake Capote has to offer. 1st and 2nd. The Fifth Annual Muz Pinnecoose of Ute Creek Archery Challenge was under- Archers provided the targets and way and archers from 4 to 18 bows again this year. Instruction years of age were hitting their was provided by Jack Frost Jr., targets. They started off under Chief Rock, Officer Keegan and cloudless skies and day soon Community Resources Officer heated up with competition. Folsom. Camping, cooking and They practiced hard all afternoon photography were aided by Nancy and as night fell, they held the Folsom and Community Resource coon shoot. Volunteer Jack Frost Officer Pena. Parents that camped Jr. was helping his group of out with their kids had a great time archers find their marks by flash- watching all of the activity that light as the reflective tags took place from the first safety jumped out of the night. The cac- instructions to the handing out of tus was also something that was the trophies and prizes the next jumping out at night as several day. Our evening motivational archers had to pause to remove speaker was Robert Baker who quills from their shoes and socks. told of his adventures on Southern The Southern Ute Police Ute Reservation as a guide and

owner of Native Traditions then went out to practice. They Outdoor Adventures. He not only soon took off for the 3D course spoke of the richness of the envi- and put all their skills to the test. ronment of the reservation but also Krista Richards surprised no one told of how it encouraged him to with receiving the highest score of explore other parts of the country the day. She is continuing to hone like riding a mountain bike 2500 her skills at each competition. miles to California and back. He Loren Frost took aim at the long encouraged the families to get out distance target and put his arrow and explore their heritage as many only inches away from the moun- ways as possible. To prove the tain goat. Our smallest archer, point, he brought mountain bike, Darrius Richards, age four showed sea kayak, scuba, wind surfer and that he is sharp at keeping up with river kayak to explain how he the older archers in putting his explores the reservation. arrows into the targets. Jack Frost Kids enjoyed shooting at life III and brother Hunter Frost size 3-D targets that were set up always seem to encourage each in very realistic settings like the other to excel when it comes to badger emerging from his den or competing against each other. This the raccoon sneaking down the year they finally got to compete draw. Fun shoots included a bal- against others in different age loon shoot and the night time groups. The trophies and prizes coon shoot at the reflective tags. were carried away by the armful On Saturday morning, the of each excited archer. archers had a huge breakfast and All photos courtesy Nancy & Don Folsom The Fifth Annual Youth Archery Challenege took place once again at Lake Capote this year and the shoot was filled with arrows-a-plenty flying to respective targets. Pictured here clockwise from upper left: Howard Richards, III lets his arrow fly; Devon Richards gets some “pointers” from Jack Frost, Jr.; Susie Richards retrieves her arrows from the target bales and Andrew Morgon took home a trophy in his age group. The challenge was organized by Don Folsom and Gail Pena of the Southern Ute Police Department’s Community Resource Office, congratulations for a job well done.

Tribal Fair Information: Amy Barry (970) 563-0118

August 14, 2009 Navay-kava-knee (7) Solix

Solix Biofuels/SU Alternative Energy Open Biofuels Plant

On July 29, 2009, Solix Biofuels, Inc. and Southern Ute Alternative Energy LLC, dedicated a jointly developed algae biofuel feedstock pilot production facility located in southwestern Colorado on Southern Ute Tribal Lands. Dr. Bryan Willson, Solix Chief Technology Officer, was on hand photographing this his- toric event. Rebecca Kauffman, President of Southern Ute Alternative Energy, gave opening remarks. Tribal Chairman Matthew J. Box spoke of a future with alternative energy on Tribal lands. Doug Henston, CEO of Solix Biofuels, shares in a walk- through of the newly dedicat- ed facility.

All photos Jeremy Wade Shockley/SU DRUM

August 14, 2009 Education WahCHEW-wi-knee (8)

TTA Summer Employment Program Ignacio Community Library by Crystal Thompson and Amber Hillis “A Cool Place To Check Out” The Training Advantage Book Signing Next Friends Meeting The Apostle by Brad Thor August 14, 5:00 - 6:30 pm September 15, 11:00 am Knockout by Catherine Coulter Every summer SUCAP’s Ignacio library is welcoming Backyard Guide to the Night job training program, The local author Joseph Rael with his Library and Bike Rally Sky by Howard Schneider Training Advantage (TTA), con- new book Sound: Native Collaboration Lost Boy by Brent W. Jeffs ducts its Summer Youth Teachings and Visionary Art of Donate a gently used or new chil- My Father’s Tears and Other Employment Programs which Joseph Rael. dren’s book (or grown-up book) Stories by John Updike are composed of, the Tribal One of the great living visionar- to Ignacio Community Library It’s not you, It’s me by Kerry Summer Youth Employment ies in the Native American tradi- through Sept. 4, 2009, for a kids Cohen Hoffmann Program (TSY), the Native photo courtesy Amber Hillis/TTA tion presents the most substantial book giveaway during Ignacio Born to Run by Christopher American Workforce Investment book yet of Joseph Rael’s teach- Bike Rally Kids Day at Shoshone McDoughall Act (NAWIA), and the applicants, 59 of them were work through them. The youth ings, fully illustrated with 60 of Park September 5th. Look for the The Encyclopedia of Elder Workforce Investment Act accepted and enrolled in the pro- are our future and it does start his visionary artworks and links Ride To Read booth. Care by Joseph Kandel (WIA). The goal of these sum- gram. 46 youth were a part of the with us to help them develop to powerful recordings by the Face to Face with Wild Horses mer programs is to give the TSY program, 6 youth were their work skills. author. In this collection of his Volunteer Time by Yva Monatiuk youth of our community the enrolled in the WIA program and In addition to the employment most basic and profound teach- Volunteer time for the month of Guide to National Parks of the opportunity to gain “real work 8 were in the NAWIA program. section of the program, a total of ings, Joseph Rael writes about July totaled 62 hours. And a big United States experience” through many par- We had a total of 28 worksites eight workshops were held for the sound as the basis for all that is thanks to Mike Pacheco from ticipating entities in our area. By that welcomed these youth into participants. Workshop topics and shows us how to use sound to Paco Glass for providing us with Writer’s Workshop allowing our youth to gain this their departments. In addition to ranged from Financial Planning remake ourselves and our worlds. a trailer/vehicle for the parade Tanaya Winder will return from experience, we give them the the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and Time Management/ About the Author: Joseph Rael, and Lisa Miller for driving for us. her summer teaching experience ability to develop good work departments, we also had Prioritizing to Photojournalism to whose name, Tslew-teh-koyeh, with new ideas and her usual ethics and what it will take to be SUCAP, BIA, Navajo State Park, bringing in current Native given to him as a child at Picuris Donations inspiring “bag of tricks” to assist successful in the workplace. Sky Ute Casino, San Juan Basin American students from Fort Pueblo, means “Beautiful We so appreciate the support of the us in developing and improving Our 2009 Summer Youth Health and JcPenney’s. By Lewis College to encourage the Painted Arrow,” is widely regard- Ignacio community! In July we our writing skills. Sign up by Employment Program was a suc- allowing these youth to experi- youth to continue their education. ed as one of the great Native received over $225.00 in monetary coming in to the library or call us cess! SUCAP’s TTA program ence a work environment we On behalf of the TTA staff, we American holy men of our time. donations, from people who send a and we will reserve a space for had a total of 62 summer youth allowed them to start the process would like to thank the Southern regular monthly contribution and you (970) 563-9287. Also, you applicants, ranging from 14 years of making good or not so good Ute Higher Education department Library Closure those who say “Keep the change!” can email us by finding the old to 19 years old. Of the 62 decisions and helping them to for supporting and allowing the Mon., Aug. 17 & Tues., Aug. 18 when using our services. In book Contact Us on the webpage summer youth employment pro- donations we received 83 books www.ignaciolibrary.org and As of August 7, 2009, we have the following youth who we gram to hold our orientations, Ignacio Senior and 22 movies. Thank you Ignacio placing your message. would like to congratulate for completing all obligated hours: interviews and workshops in their Center Visit Friends of the Library for the beau- meeting rooms. August 25, Lunch-time tiful flowers and pots on the adult Knitting News Shiann Baker - Navajo State Park Special thanks go out to the Library staff will be at the Senior reading room patio, and a thanks to Tuesdays, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Natalie Bravo - Southern Ute Head Start supervisors who helped us make Center. them for donating $299.64 to the The Knitting Group meets every Vernetta Carel - SUCAP Head Start this summer program a success. Summer Reading Program. Tuesday. All ages and skill levels Kai English - BIA By allowing the youth to come Internet Search Class are welcome. If you do not know Kelsey Frost - Boys & Girls Club into your department and learn August 26, 5:15 - 7:00pm. Teen Scene how to knit and would like to Clyde Hillis - SUIT Wood Yard some “behind the scene” proce- Learn how to access the internet learn, come by and we will be Hiram House - Motorpool dures, you have given them a and how to use it. There’s a world Story Time happy to teach you how. Kree Lopez - Boys & Girls Club stepping stone to what it takes to of information waiting for you. There will be no story time in Jon Martinez - SUIT Wood Yard have responsibility, good work August. We will resume begin- Wii Tournament Melvin Pena - Navajo State Park ethics and direction. The values Book Sale ning September 9th at 10:00 am. August 26, 3:30 pm Taylor Riley - SUIT Southern Ute Drum that you have helped instill in our September 3 & 4 Prizes will be awarded. Snacks Kaleb Sage - Ignacio School District youth we hope they will use not Friends of the Library will have a San Ignacio Parade will be served. Cassandra Sanchez - Boys and Girls Club only in the work setting but also book sale on September 3rd and Did you see us in the San Ignacio Mariah Thompson - SUCAP Early Head Start in their daily lives. 4th at the Ignacio Library. Stop Parade? We had fun. We thank the Blog Winner Sylvester Tracy - SUIT Higher Education Last but not least, a big “Thank by and buy some great books. kids for all the great art work this Alexis Tyner is July winner! Next Isiah Tucson - SUIT Grounds Maintenance You” goes out to the summer that we put on the float. drawing will be August 26th. For Sherisa Valdez - KSUT parents/guardians for encourag- Talking Library each blog you write, you’ll receive Jerrna Weaver - SUIT Tribal Information Services ing your youth(s) to participate in Also new from the Colorado New Titles an Ice Cream Cone Certificate Renita Williams - SUCAP Senior Center TTA’s 2009 Summer Youth Talking Book Library - we are Bourne Deception by Robert from 7-2-11 and you will also be Employment Programs. receiving audio books on tape for Ludlum entered into a grand prize drawing. check out. Hope you enjoy them. Rain Gods by James Lee Burke Under the Radar by P.J. Peterson NEW Books Book Corner Worlds End by Erica Verrillo The Grave Yard Book by Neil Call For School Directors Come into the Library and Swimsuit by James Patterson Gaiman Ignacio 11JT School District a registered elector of the school Nomination petitions may be UPDATE your card information Take Two by Karen Kingsbury Dork on the Run by Carol La Plata County, CO district for at least twelve consec- obtained at the Ignacio School with your email address and we Sworn to Silence by Linda Groman utive months before the election District Superintendent’s Office will send you the Monthly Castillo Chasing the Bear by Robert B. and a resident of the director dis- at 315 Ignacio Street. Office Newsletter via email. This will be The Fixer Upper by Mary Kay Parker The Board of Education of trict which will be represented. A hours are 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. a step toward our being more Andrews Evernight by Claudia Gray Ignacio 11JT School District in person is ineligible to run for Completed petitions should be environmentally conscientious. ‘Finger Lickin’ Fifteen by Jant Omen of the Stars: The Fourth the County of La Plata, State of school director if he or she has submitted to Janet Reinhardt, the This month’s Bookbrowse Evanovich Apprentice by Erin Hunter Colorado, calls for nomination of been convicted of committing a School District’s designated Highlight is David Baldacci’s Heartless by Diana Plamer The Other Half of Like by Kim candidates for school directors to sexual offense against a child. election official, no later than First Family. If you go to our web- Best Friends Forever by Whitney be placed on the ballot for the A person who desires to be a 4:00 p.m. on August 28, 2009. site, click on the Bookbrowse icon Jennifer Weiner Teen Manners from Malls to regular biennial school election candidate for school director IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the in the center of the page toward Bloodhound by Tamora Pierce Meals by Cindy Post Senning & to be held on Tuesday, November shall file a written notice of Board of Education of Ignacio the bottom, and enter your library Along for the Ride by Sarah Peggy Post 3, 2009. intention to be a candidate and a 11JT School District, in the card number, you can browse Dessen House of Night Series by P.C. At this election two directors nomination petition signed by at County of La Plata and State of through the latest publications and Burn by Linda Howard Cast & Kritin Cast will be elected for a term of least 25 eligible electors who are Colorado, has caused this call for see which ones our library has. A Plague of Secrets by John Life Sucks (Graphic Novel) by office of four years. To be quali- registered to vote in the regular nominations to be given this fifth We do have Baldacci’s latest. Lescroart Jessica Abel and Warren Pleece fied, a candidate must have been biennial school election. day of August, 2009.

SUPD Police Academy TTA Celebrates Another Year

Officers of the Southern Ute Police Department took some time from their busy schedules to mentor Ignacio youth with a taste of Police Academy. These summer youth participants had an opportunity to see some patrol cars firsthand, create traffic citations in the class- room, and visit Tribal Court. The summer youth program is an ongoing program lead by Gail Pena and Don Folsom of SUPD. Pictured at left, Sergeant Wesley Hanna of SUPD helps youth partici- pant Jessika Bigleggins cor- rectly fill out a traffic citation as part of the Police Academy training on Wednesday, August 12, 2009.

photo Jeremy Wade Shockley/SU DRUM Students and Southern Ute Tribal Supervisors shared in the fun at the Rolling Thunder Bowling Lanes on Monday, August 3, 2009. This appreciation day was a closure to the summer work program through SUCAP called The Training Advantage (TTA). Teams bowled for free, and refreshments were served. Baseball caps designed by the youth work- ers were given to all participants along with certificates of recognition. The TTA Program photo Jeremy Wade Shockley/SU DRUM was made possible this year by the hard work of Crystal Thompson and Amber Hillis.

August 14, 2009 Swatagum-soo-wee-knee (9) Sports

Aus-some Play Heightens IHS’ Hopes That’s ‘G’: Garcia, Gomez Atop by Joel Priest Special to the Drum ‘Explosion’ at Sky Ute Casino

by Joel Priest in 2007—winning a six-round mous decision after four rounds “We just got back in town Special to the Drum unanimous decision after drop- in August of ’07, when Jacoby this afternoon,” said the older. ping a split-verdict sixer to up his fought out of Colorado Springs. “I think I got half an hour of record to 15-7-1 with three KO‘s. And on the women’s side, Las sleep before coming out here,” Elco Garcia was, admittedly, Gomez, meanwhile, will lock Cruces, N.M., product Serrina said the younger. ‘taking it easy’ Monday after- up with 37-year-old Thomas Pino will make her debut over More bleary-eyed but still noon. Davis of Knoxville, Tenn., quick- four scheduled featherweight bushy-tailed enough, senior But he stated, adamantly, he ly looking to bounce back from frames against Santa Fe, N.M., Shane and junior Ryan Brooks’ won’t be taking Bernardo the regional-rumble defeat against birthday girl [happy 36th!] Clara presence at Monday’s mini-camp Guereca lightly this Saturday an opponent who may be better de la Torre. Having battled most after driving from California— when he returns to Sky Ute than his career sheet shows. Davis recently back in May, de la Torre following a trip to Hawai’i—had Casino Resort to headline the pro enters 12-11-2 (7 KO), having lost (1-6-1, KO) enters having gained to tell Lupe Huerta and his staff card at ‘August Explosion.’ his last five fights and eight of his a badly-needed positive result that the ’Cats can’t wait for the “Every fight’s tough for me,” last ten since ’07. But each of his with her four-round draw against first snap from scrimmage. Garcia said, “so I’m looking at last five foes entered undefeat- Albuquerque rookie Jessica Another clear sign has to be in this as just another fight. And I ed—a combined mark of 76-0-2 Sanchez. the numbers—of players attend- photo Joel Priest/DRUM Freelance think we’ve trained well for it— with 60 knockouts!—and has PAYING RESPECTS: Having ing the preseason workouts. Over Ignacio head coach Lupe Huerta oversees a conditioning hard work pays off, you know?” remained so with more bouts been one of the last—only four 30 were on the practice grids drill early Monday evening at a Bobcat preseason team work- Referring back to his April 25 approaching for most. followed him—to fight the Monday, nearly double the num- out. The good turnouts for the gatherings—usually over thirty technical knockout of Joe Gomez Garcia-Guereca is targeted for ‘Viper,’ Garcia commented on for- ber at this time in 2008 according players—has been a big reason for the coach’s grin. in Ignacio, Garcia (21-7-0, 10 154 pounds, a.k.a. junior mid- mer world champ Vernon Forrest to offensive/defensive line coach KO) can only hope his training dleweight- or super welter- (combined amateur/pro record of Adam Red. much time under center as he the game. Had 80 yards and a pays similar dividends over eight weight-level, while Gomez- 266-18!), who was killed July 25 “This is great,” he said, while will with brother Ryan, the touchdown!” rounds with the Albuquerque (for- Davis is listed to pack the same in Atlanta, Ga., at age 38. also noting the weather’s cooper- Bobcat quartet played their posi- One reason the Barracudas merly of El Paso, Tex.) veteran. poundage. “My prayers are with him and ation given Ignacio’s tricky situa- tions with power, in aiding the lacked wideouts was that Hayes With Gomez (16-2-1, 8 KO) Following the afternoon’s his family for sure,” said Garcia. tion (no two-a-days due to prox- Colorado/Arizona/North Dakota was injured in the contest. observing, no less, following his amateur slate (4:30 p.m. start) “He’s definitely one of the tough- imity with the fall semester start) Barracudas to a first-place finish. “Garrett loved throwing to own eight-rounder in the co-main. presented by George’s est I ever faced, pound for pound, prior to kicking off 2009 with a After a 21-14 opening win Oakley,” said Chisum, “just like “I haven’t changed much at all,” Independent Boxing Club and and helped open my eyes to Zero Week home game against over the ‘Seals’ they defeated the he did to Casey [Scott, signed to said Garcia, 38. “Like I said, it Pepsi, the evening will include become a better fighter.” 2A Monte Vista. Kangaroos, 35-22 to close the NAIA Hastings College] last sea- was another fight—I’m not put- four undercard fights. Davis and Guereca both also No matter. Between players’ deal inside the Sports Super son. But then some kid just ting Joe down at all though, but I Coming from Bloomfield, have fistic links to Forrest, personal motivations to hit the Centre’s stadium in Runaway cheap-shotted him, it was a clip, prepared well for him and now N.M., like Gomez, both although not as direct. Guereca weights, and performances at Bay, Queensland. Further details and Oakley cracked a bone in his we’ll see what happens this week- Servando Lopez and Aaron debuted in 1995 versus journey- summer camps, IHS Football has were requested but not yet wrist. Unfortunate for him, being end and who’ll be the better man.” Fernandez will make their pro man—and Gomez KO victim— already been turning heads at a returned, and no box scores have a senior.” “I’ve seen him [Guereca] once, debuts—Lopez at jr. welter- Julian Romero, who then fought mid-season rate. Both home and yet been posted on the Down Sign #3 for Huerta about his on TV, against [‘Hurricane’ weight against Denver rookie Forrest (then only 11-0-0 as a abroad—as in Gold-Coast-of- Under Sports website. team’s resolve: Hayes, cast on his Hector] Munoz and he beat him Matt Perez, and Fernandez pro) just five months and three Australia abroad. “Those were my type of kids,” left wrist, was still catching balls in the first round,” added Garcia. against ABQ newcomer Rudy fights later. “It was completely worth the said ’Cuda coach Harrison and running routes with little “He’s aggressive, comes forward Yaniz at jr. feather/super bantam Davis’ skid, meanwhile, began money to go down there,” said Chisum, “smash-mouth, aggres- problem Monday evening. a lot, so I’m just going to have to [122 lbs.]. after a headbutt-induced techni- Shane Brooks, Ignacio’s incum- sive, coachable—we loved hav- “I could have it off maybe by throw a lot of punches and see Silvanus Morris (0-3-0) of cal draw in 2006 against Raul bent at quarterback. “All the ing those Ignacio boys.” Week One,” he said after the what happens.” Blanding, Utah, will fight his Frank. Frank, now 28-5-3 with work we put in to raise it, then to Chisum had overseen Fort workout’s conclusion, “but I’m That bout took place in 2004, first professional rematch when 14 KO, had earlier challenged go down there and win the whole Morgan’s progress to the 3A making sure it’s ready before I do and Guereca, 36, will be returning he squares off with now- Forrest twice (2000, 2001) with- tournament—it should all help us championship in 2008, losing anything. It feels better now, to action two days shy of two Durangoan Rubin Jacoby (1-4- out success for the then-vacant this season.” only in that finale to Glenwood though.” years’ absence, having last fought 0), who stopped him by unani- IBF welterweight belt. Brooks, along with Oakley Springs. His quarterback, Garrett Hubert, meanwhile, averaged Hayes, Russell Hubert and the Pape, also took most of the snaps double-digit yards per carry graduated Abel Velasquez, was in the DUB title tilt, which was Down Under, found paydirt in part of a multi-state team com- still fine by Brooks. the finale, all reminding Chisum First Day of School, Here At Last!!! peting in International Sports “He really didn’t look like a of a player ‘back home.’ Specialists, Inc.’s, Down Under QB, but he was good,” said “We—my coaches and I— Bayfield Public Schools: August 18, 2009 Bowl XXI back in July. And Brooks. “And we were short at were joking about that,” Chisum Ignacio Public Schools: August 19, 2009 though Brooks didn’t see as receiver so I played there most recalled, “saying he was just like Durango Public Schools: August 24, 2009 our [2008 First Team All-3A Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy: August 31, 2009 Chris] Cobbley, only five inches Southern Ute Headstart: August 31, 2009 taller! Russell was a beast down there. I wish I had exact statistics but I don‘t.” “He’s going to be fun to watch,” said Brooks, “and we basically have our whole line back as well—I really didn’t get hit a lot last year in the pocket. Our goal is to go undefeated and get to the 1A Championship, but no matter what I think we’re going to have one of our best seasons.” Chisum wouldn’t count that out of the realm of possibility either. “If they have to come up and photo Joel Priest/DRUM Freelance play someone like Wray, Yuma, Ryan Brooks spins himself to the turf between bags held by Brush in the playoffs or whatever,” Bobcat assistant coaches Greg Jones (left) and Adam Red (right) he said, “we’ll find some Ignacio during blocking drills Monday night at IHS’ practice fields. shirts and come support them!”

IGNACIO HIGH SCHOOL FALL SPORTS SCHEDULE

VOLLEYBALL

September 8 Aztec A C-JV-V 4:00pm 11 Telluride H JV-V 5:00pm 15 Mancos H JV-V 5:00pm 19 Ouray A JV-V 9:00am 19 Nucla A JV-V 5:00pm 22 Dolores H JV-V 5:00pm 24 Norwood H JV-V 4:00pm 25 Dove Creek A JV-V 5:00pm 26 Nucla H JV-V 2:00pm

FOOTBALL

August 28 Monte Vista H 7:00pm

September 4 Centauri A 4:00pm 11 Bayfield H (HOMECOMING) 7:00pm 26 Palmer Ridge A 11:00am

August 14, 2009 Notices Tahgum-soo-wee-knee (10)

2nd Annual Fly-fishing With Chemicals LaVara Thompson Memorial Poker Run Don Oliver siloxysilicate, disodium edta, repellant it from getting on September 5, 2009 Special to the Drum polyaminopropyl biguanide, your line or glasses. methylisothiazolinone, and a Sunscreen is relatively new to little fragrance, a.k.a. sun- the market, and it truly helps pre- North Baseball Park in Ignacio Truly, chemicals can help us screen. (You should see what vent skin cancer. However, that (Behind the Southern Ute Rec Center) to live better. From the chemicals all those big words have done long list of ingredients could First Bike Out: 10:00 AM that are life-saving to the good- to the spell check on my com- have something that will Last Bike Out: 11:45 AM smelling stuff used to help attract puter.) You should also be adversely affect your gear. I use a Cut off time: 4:00 PM the opposite sex. Chemicals are aware of what some of those sunscreen that says it’s made in everything we touch or ingest. big words can do to some of entirely from natural products. Best Poker Hand Wins: When used wisely can be a great your gear. However, I am still very careful 1st Place: $400 benefit. Chemicals are our I believe the chemical com- about where I put my hands after 2nd Place: Pendleton Blanket friends. That is, until some of the pound that has the potential to applying it to my smooth and 3rd Place: Black Leather Jacket chemicals used every day have a do more damage to your equip- non-wrinkled face. 4th Place: Blanket negative effect on your fly-fish- ment than any of the others is The products you use to treat 5th Place: Vest ing gear. bug spray. Don’t get me wrong, injuries and bug bites are not For instance, fly-fishers use bug spray can turn a miserable concerned with your equipment Weenie Bite Contest & Door Prizes N.N.-Diethyl-meta-toluamide, day into a great day. It can also either. They are designed to stop Food will be provided @ $5 a plate related isomers, and other inert melt the lenses of your polar- bleeding or sever reactions to bug ingredients, a.k.a. bug spray ized sunglasses, and make that bites. After using them be sure $25 for Singles almost every day. If the afore- $90.00 floating line sink like and wash your hands. $35 for Couples mentioned compound doesn’t the Titanic. There are some bug This leads me to another Meal will be included completely work, and you lose sprays that promise they won’t potential problem area, hand san- a battle to some type of sting- hurt anything except bugs. itizers. They contain lots of alco- Contact Information ing bug, you might treat it with However, even when the phar- hol, not the drinking type, and Bennett Thompson (home) 970-563-0473, (cell) 970-759-0367 diphenhydramine hcl, a.k.a. macist and fly-shop personal could have a negative effect on Charles Buffalomeat: (970) 759-3715 or Chief Prairie Chief: (970) 799-0937 Benadryl. Worried that the sun assure me a certain bug spray is some of your gear. For hand might dry out and wrinkle that friendly to fly-fishing gear, I washing I suggest you carry a Not Responsible for Thefts, Accidents or Divorces during this event smooth as a baby’s butt com- am still leery. If you’re going to small bar of soap in your vest and plexion of yours? Try use a chemical to ward off bugs use it with the water in the styrene/acrlaties copolymer,sil- I suggest you use a different stream. Of course, soap in a ica,diethylhexy-2.6 naphalate, formulation instead of a spray stream might get some of the tree beeswax, ethyhexylglycern, out of a pressurized can. Some huggers after you. Sometimes it’s Bids Wanted dipotassum glycyrrhizate, bht, of them come pre-applied to just hard to win. dimethicone, glyceryl, stearate, pads you can wipe on your face, However, when dealing with The Southern Ute PowWow Committee is seeking bids to provide three meals for the Head Staff and peg-100 stearate, sodum poly- or if it’s in a atomizer bottle your fly-fishing equipment, the Host Drums for the up coming Southern Ute Fair PowWow, Ignacio, Colorado. Deadline to submit bid acrylate, acrylates/c12-22 squirt some on a handkerchief best way to win is to use some will be August 29, 2009 by 12:00, noon. alkymethacrylate copolymer, and then rub it on your face. common sense when trying to • Meal for 60: Friday, September 11, 2009 ethyl-hexyl stearate, xanthan Once you do this wash your fly-fish better chemically. • Lunch for 60: Saturday, September 12, 2009 gum, thidecth-6, trimethyl- hands to prevent any of the bug • Lunch for 60: Sunday, September 13, 2009 Submit your bid along with a menu to: Southern Ute PowWow Committee, P.O. Box 737 #60, Ignacio, Colorado 81137-0737, For more information, contact Dona Frost at (970) 563-4744 July Meteorological Data UTE I Monitoring Station • Ignacio BIA Forestry Compound IN THE SOUTHERN UTE TRIBAL COURT OF THE SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN TRIBE • ON THE SOUTHERN UTE RESERVATION AVERAGE (Day) HIGH TEMP. PRECIPITATION DATA PO BOX 737 #149, CR 517, IGNACIO, CO • (970) 563-0240 July 28.7 C 83.7 F Date Daily.Total July 5 .02” In the Estate Of, Case No. 09-0117-PR 2009 at 10:00 AM. All persons having claims against the AVERAGE (Night) LOW TEMP. July 10 .39” Notice: Michael Lynn Howe, Deceased above estate are required to file them for allowance with the July 11.7 C 53.1 F Notice To: Heirs, devisees, legatees, creditors and all other Tribal Court at the stated address on or before the time and July 21 .18” persons claiming an interest in said estate: The Southern Ute Indi- date of said hearing, as above set forth or said claims shall be AVERAGE DAILY TEMP. July 25 .08” an Tribe of the Southern Ute Indian Reservation, Ignacio, CO. forever barred and all persons interested in said estate are here- July 26 .27” Greetings: Take notice that a petition has been filed in this by notified to appear and answer said Petition and offer July 20.5 C 68.9 F cause, alleging that the above decedent died leaving certain evidence in support of their position. The Court will proceed July 28 .03” assets, and asking for the determination of heirs of said dece- to hear the matter at the date and time set above, or such later AVERAGE WINDSPEED July 30 .12” dent, the administration of said estate including the allowing time to which the matter shall be continued and to make the July Average 5.1 MPH Monthly Total 1.09” of creditors of said decedent and for distribution thereof. You determination therein necessary. are notified that said cause will be set for hearing before the Dated this 10th of July, 2009 Maximum Hourly Average Tribal Court at the above address on Tuesday, August 18, KELLY HERRERA, Deputy Court Clerk July 29, 2009 17.4 MPH

August 14, 2009 Tahgum-soo-wee-knee soo-koos spiku-up (11) Classifieds

SOUTHERN UTE GROWTH FUND - POSITIONS SUIT JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS Obtain complete job descriptions and applications from the Growth Fund Human Resources, Please refer to the complete Job Announcement and Requirements in the Human Resources Dept. 14933 Hwy. 172 • PO Box 367 • Ignacio, CO • (970) 563-5064 • [email protected] P.O. Box 737 • Ignacio, CO 81137 Phone: (970) 563-0100 • Fax: (970) 563-0396 Tribal Member Employment Preference, Must Pass Pre-employment Drug Test & Criminal History. *Human Resources accepts applications for Temporary Employment on an on-going basis. Concrete Mixer Truck Driver plant/gravel pit to customers, as well as performing Health Disparities Project Coordinator Farm Field Supervisor Closing Date 8/18/09 - Sky Ute Sand & Gravel daily maintenance checks and minor repairs on Closes 8/18/09 - Under the general supervision of Closes 08/25/09 - Under general supervision of the Farmington, NM. This position is responsible for concrete mixer/dump trucks. the Health Services Division Head develops, coordi- Agriculture Division Head, ensures Custom Farm delivering concrete/gravel products from the batch nates and implements Community Health activities services are provided for Tribal and Non-Tribal for the Southern Ute Indian Tribe. This is a grant members in a prompt and efficient manner. funded position. Financial Literacy Program Trainer Ethics Committee Vacancy For Sale Construction Project Coordinator Open Until Filled - Trainer position for an Enrolled Closes 8/17/09 - Assists with coordination of all func- Tribal Member or local Native American to conduct The Ethics Office is accepting letters of interest from tribal members Four-bedroom house located tions and activities related to construction projects, classes for the Financial Literacy Program for Tribal to fill vacancies for two “Member-At-Large” positions on the Ethics near town of Ignacio, short providing oversight to projects through completion. Members. The goal of the Financial Literacy Committee. Qualifications are: driving distance to Tribal Assists with management of PL 93-638 Projects. Program is to enhance the knowledge of Tribal • Be a member of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, Affairs Building and Sky Ute Members in day to day financial decisions including • Have a reputation for fairness and impartiality, Casino Resort. Asking price Director of Construction & Project Management banking, utilization of credit and investing. • Have a familiarity with tribal government, $150,000.00 or negotiable. Closes 8/18/09 - Provides administrative, superviso- • Be of good character, active, conversant with proven responsibili- New Carpets in all four bed- ry and oversight to employees and activities related Patrol Officer ty in tribal community affairs. rooms and living room; New to construction and project management of the Open Until Filled - Patrols the Southern Ute Indian flooring in dining area; New Tribe. Reservation. Responsible for preserving the life and The Ethics Committee meets on an Ad Hoc Basis and members that windows installed; New pro- property of all citizens within the Tribal Community. are NOT otherwise employed with the tribal organization are com- panels on roof; New doors on Farm Heavy Equipment Operator (3 Positions) pensated at a rate of $100.00 per half day. Please submit letters of bedrooms; New brass light fix- Closes 8/25/09 - Under general supervision of the Ute Language Teacher interest to the Department of Justice & Regulatory, PO Box 737- tures; Washer & dryer hookups. Field Supervisor provides routine maintenance and Open Until Filled - Responsible for assisting the MS#10, Ignacio, CO, or in person at the Justice Center, 149 C.R. Appliances included (stove & safe operation of heavy equipment in carrying out Coordinator of the Ute curriculum and Design in 517 by August 21, 2009 All letters will be presented to the Southern refrig.) If interested call (970) the project assignments for the Custom Farm teaching the Ute language to the students, staff and Ute Tribal Council for their consideration. 884-6123 or (970) 946-4061. Division. This position may require an employee to parents of the Southern Ute Indian Academy be placed on a winter furlough period of at least 2 (SUIA). Employees will be trained to write the Ute months per year but not more than 4 months. language using the Charney system.

Election Board Vacancy Babysitter Needed SU Indian Tribe Job Hotline • (970) 563-4777 A great new way to find out about job opportunities 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! The job hotline lists the Open Until Filled - Southern Ute Indian Tribe Reliable and trustworthly, In-House babysitter job title and closing date for both Permanent Fund and Growth Fund positions. Full job announcement ONE vacancy for an Alternate on the Election needed for a very active 6 month old baby boy. including qualifications in Human Resource Department. Hotline is updated weekly. * Applications for Board. Board Members must be registered Tribal Mon. thru Fri. Starting Aug. 24 to Dec. 12. Temporary Employment are accepted at the Human Resources Department on an on-going basis. voters and must reside on Southern Ute Indian Hours: Mon. and Wed. 11 to 1:45, Mon. 4:15 to Applications are kept on file for 6 months. Reservation. Individual cannot be a Tribal Council 7, Wed. 4:15 to 8:30, Tue. and Thur. 9 to 12 and Member, a candidate for the Tribal Council, and 4:15 to 7:30 and Fri. 9 to 1:30. Will pay $100- must not have been convicted of a Felony. $150/week. Call Amber at (970) 563-9075. Applicants must not have been convicted of a mis- Ignacio School District demeanor involving dishonesty or fraud within five Application/Info Phone: (970) 563-0500 ext. 221 • Fax: (970)563-4524 (5) years. This is a paid committee. Tribal Members interested in serving on this committee, pick up an For Sale All positions are open until filled • Application can be found at: www.ignacio.k12.co.us application or submit a letter of intent to: Personnel Dept. located in the Leonard C. Burch Bldg. Dining table with metal frame and wooden top sits High School Assistant Office Manager/Receptionist; Title VII Native American Student, Parent, School four people. Table only. Asking $200.00. Oak Liaison/Tutor; Bus Driver; Intermediate School Special Education Paraprofessional; Volleyball Coach and framed couch with chocolate suede fabric cover- Girls Basketball Coaches; Assistant Baseball Coach and Assistant Volleyball Coach ing. Excellent condition. Has been covered. Asking $ 800.00. (970) 903-0564. Ignacio School District has openings for sub custodians; sub cooks, sub bus drivers and sub secretaries. New Ignacio Listing The Ignacio School District accepts applications year round for those people interested in being Classified or Certified Substitutes. Classified Substitutes includes secretaries, custodians, bus drivers, bus monitors, 4BR/2BA, LR, FR+Office 1795 SF, Beautiful cooks, and general laborers. Certified Substitutes: Teachers need to have valid Colorado Teaching Lawn & Mature Trees, Decks, Move-In Ready. KSUT Seeks Board Member Credentials. Substitute Teachers: must hold a CDE licensure for substitute. Applications are online as well Bayfield Realty, Tom Royer (970) 749-9865. as payment option. http://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/Licensure_FirstTimeApp.asp KSUT Public Radio is seeking a Southern Ute Tribal Member to fill a vacancy on its Board of For Sale Directors. This is a non-paid position which requires attending monthly meetings with addi- SKY UTE CASINO RESORT - POSITIONS Pinon Nuts, Pure Raw Honey. Buffalo, Elk & tional special meetings as needed. Dinner is pro- Human Resources Department: (970) 563-1311 • Fax: (970) 563-1419 Beef Jerky. Saturday, Sunday 10 AM-6PM vided. KSUT is a 501-C3 non-profit organization. PO Box 340 • Ignacio, CO 81137 • Office Hours 8 am - 5 pm Please send a letter of interest to Eddie Box, Jr. at Approx. 20 miles East of Bayfield, HWY 160- Indian Preference Employer • All Applicants Welcome • Apply online: www.skyutecasino.com Piedra River. Look for log cabin. (970) 884-5233 KSUT, Box 737, Ignacio, CO 81137. Accounting Salon Revenue Auditor - FT/TMP Cosmetologist - PT/OC Bingo Slot Operations SUCAP Bingo Staff - PT/OC Slot Floor Person - FT Southern Ute Community Action Program Bowling Table Games Central Office • 285 Lakin St., Ignacio, CO • (970) 563-4517 Bowling Counter Clerk - FT Table Games Box person - FT/PT Obtain complete job description/application from SUCAP offices. Facilities Table Games Craps Dealer - Facilities Staff - FT/TMP FT/PT/OC Family Health Coordinator Open Until Filled - SUCAP Head Start Facilities Technician - FT Table Games Multi-Game Dealer Open Until Filled - SUCAP Head Start Part-time educator, assist teachers/BOCES providers Food & Beverage - FT/PT/OC Full-time, Requires RN license. Responsible for with special services. One year experience working in Aspen Restaurant Supervisor - FT Table Games Multi-Game nutrition services, coordination & tracking of preschool program required. Must pass background Chef de Cuisine - FT Supervisor - FT/PT health/wellness, medical, dental services for 127 checks, have current Colorado drivers license. Kitchen Steward - FT Table Games Poker Dealer - children. Maintain current health records for all Restaurant Busser - FT/PT/TMP FT/PT/OC Preference Given To Qualified enrolled children and respond to their daily health Substitute Teachers Restaurant Cashier - FT/TMP Table Games Poker Supervisor - Southern Ute Tribal Members & needs. Work w/families to coordinate care w/com- Open Until Filled - SUCAP Head Start Restaurant Wait Staff - FT/PT Other Native Americans. munity providers. 12 month position. Competitive Head Start, Ignacio, CO. Prefer previous experi- FT/PT/TMP Transportation salary, excellent benefits. ence working with children in a group setting. Must Round Cook - FT/TMP Shuttle Driver w/CDL - OC/TMP Position Abbreviations pass TB test, criminal history and child abuse/neg- Property Shift Valet Attendant - PT/TMP FT: Full-time, PT: Part-time Para Educator lect background checks. Property Shift Manager - FT OC: On-Call, TMP: Temporary Community Business Section Harley Davidson Specialists

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August 14, 2009 Train Tahgum-soo-we-knee why-koo spiku-up (12)

1st Annual Heritage Train To Cascade

All photos Jeremy Wade Shockley/SU DRUM

dancers. It’s been aT wonderfulhe Naremainingtive A tribesme inr iColoradocan H anderiHarpertage gave T rhisai nthanks • f rtoo allm pBoxa gJr.e spoke, 1 along with several experience for me personally, I’m a big supporter of our area, involved. Mr. Harper stated, other tribal members, and at the just getting to know the people our community, and our Tribe.” “Thank you all for making this a end of the prayer session, it that I work with and being more Around high noon, the train wonderful day. I’ve owned the rained. Today, during this first of exposed to the SU culture and came to a halt and the guests railroad for nearly 13-years and what I hope becomes an annual history. I have lived here for over began to sit in a semi-circle I’ve called this area, “Cascade”, get together… who would 11-years and there are people around the drummers. Mr. Byron Gods natural cathedral, because believe that we would have a who have lived here longer that Frost gave a tearful blessing of on the three sides we have 3000 Bear get on the train. I don’t are not familiar with the Culture the grounds. As Mr. Frost was foot cliffs…its like you are walk- know if it has ever happened... that is alive and well in Ignacio. praying, a spiritual incident ing into a magnificent Cathedral. but I think it was meant to be and I’ve been able to ask questions touched the lives of all that were Today that is particularly impor- I am so glad we all got to share about the Regalia and the impor- present; A mother bear and her tant because this is the first of such a wonderful experience.” tance of tradition and to be cub entered the train. There was what I hope will be the beginning Mr. Harper’s closing statement respectful of the significance. no shouting, no running for of 100 years of celebrations where has been the focus of the Our owner, Mr. Al Harper, is cover, and a few lucky spectators different cultures can all join Casino…inviting all “to share” dedicated to the preservation of were able to take pictures. The together and understand what it the rich SU cultural legacy root- history…which is what the rail- blessing of the grounds was com- means to be Native American.” ed in the Casino. The 2010 Bus road is all about and the SU cul- pleted. Elder Eddie Box Jr. began The Rolling Thunder Boys hit the Tours and Train excursions will ture is such a huge part of that.” the introduction and brief expla- drum; as if to reconfirm this feature excellent performances Mikki Roubideaux stated, “It’s nation of each dance…as he also proclamation. Mr. Harper contin- by the Native American Dancers, been a wonderful experience to proudly danced in his Regalia. ued, “Some of you may have been Drummers, and Elders…who are work with Barbara who has been Mr. Box Jr., stated, “It is always around here during the the Heritage Ambassadors for able to get us out there with bus good for us to share our Culture Missionary Ridge fire in 2002. Sky Ute Casino Resort. tour groups and now the train. I with others because this keeps Several members of the SU Tribe If you are a Native American am especially excited for the our Cultural strong for ourselves came over to join us when we had dancers, drummer, flute musician dancers to share in this experience and for our children.” a prayer session for rain, directly or story teller, please drop-off a It’s also wonderful to have people At the end of the event, Mrs. in front of the train depot. photograph and become part of visit Ignacio and stop by our new Mikki Roubideaux introduced the A Baptist minister spoke, a the Sky Ute Casino Resort Casino. We are one of the two dancers and drummers and Mr. Al Catholic Priest spoke and Eddie Heritage Ambassador‘s.