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Up to date COVID-19 information for the Southern Ute Indian Tribe online at www.southernute-nsn.gov and on Facebook.

NATIVE MASCOTS NCAI celebrates Washington’s retirement of NFL branding, mascot Staff report National Congress of American Indians

“Today is a day for all Native people to celebrate. We thank the generations of tribal nations, leaders, and activists who worked for decades to make this day possible. We com- mend the Washington NFL team for eliminating courtesy Whole Nine Sports a brand that disrespect- courtesy SunUte Community Center ed, demeaned, and stereo- and compassionate coun- oldest, largest and most Samantha Maez from Tribal Information Services and Charise Hunter from Education typed all Native people, try our children deserve.” representative American maintain safe social distancing when working at the Southern Ute Call Center. and we call on all other NCAI is the oldest, larg- Indian and Alaska Native sports teams and corporate est, and most representa- organization in the coun- CORONAVIRUS brands to retire all carica- tive national organization try. NCAI advocates on be- tures of Native people that serving American Indian half of tribal governments Southern Ute Call Center plays they use as their mascots. and Alaska Native tribal and communities, promot- We are not mascots – we nations and their citizens, ing strong tribal-federal key role in outreach are Native people, citizens and has been leading Indi- government-to-govern- of more than 500 tribal an Country’s movement to ment policies, and promot- By Jeremy Wade Shockley hook them up with the ap- cident Management Team. nations who have stood eradicate offensive Native ing a better understanding The Southern Ute Drum propriate department, divi- “Some appreciate the con- strong for millennia and “themed” mascots from among the general public sion or person – sometimes stant dialogue, and there are overcome countless chal- sports and popular culture regarding American Indian A strong customer ser- that is a council member.” others who do not wish to re- lenges to reach this pivotal for more than 50 years. and Alaska Native govern- vice model based on follow “We are highly respectful ceive communication from moment in time when we Founded in 1944, the ments, people and rights. through, respect and priva- regarding individual priva- the Call Center; that is doc- can help transform Amer- National Congress of For more information, visit cy, along with a dedicated cy. We are very respectful umented. We also provide ica into the just, equitable, American Indians is the www.ncai.org. commitment to serving the of confidentially.” information to Northern Ute membership, has made the The Call Center is based and Ute Mountain Ute trib- Southern Ute Call Center a out of the SunUte Com- al members who live on the TRAFFIC CODE success. munity Center on Southern reservation. We called them Created as an essen- Ute Tribal Campus. The en- because of the smoke, during tial tribal service follow- trance to the facility is now the [recent] fires, to makes Notice of revised Traffic Code ing shutdowns imposed by restructured to resemble a sure they were OK. We can the coronavirus pandemic fully functional base of op- also reach out to a sister tribe window tint requirements and ensuing Stay at Home erations for the call center on their behalf.” Order, the Call Center has – surrounded by large white- “TEAM workers, who provided outreach and vital boards, print outs of vital were deemed as essential information to the member- PSA’s, in addition to packets in TIS are also manning the ship. The phones lines were of relevant information, and Call Center on shifts,” Bar- open for business starting updated resource guides. ry said. “Every time we get on March 19; following an While the Call Center a call, we document that.” in-house staff training for is open to everyone, and Barry was instrumental in employees, which high- many questions about the the selection of SunUte as lighted customer service, Tribe’s operations, such as the hub of operations, when and follow through. inquiries about Casino op- the Call Center first material- “We are here to connect erations or the fitness center ized. “It made sense because people and help direct them come through – the primary SunUte was shut down,” she to the right department,” objective is outreach to the said. “It made sense because emphasized SunUte Direc- membership. they had phones, comput- tor Robin Duffy-Wirth. “I want to thank Daisy er access. It was spacious “The people that are work- Eagle. In the beginning we enough that social distancing ing there are service orien- were tasked with contacting wasn’t an issue.” tated, they want to help and all tribal elders. The process Staffing for the Call- Cen courtesy Window Tint Laws meet the needs of the trib- of being able to contact all ter came from within the Staff report or efrost@southernute-nsn. off-Reservation. The re- al membership — primari- the elders was daunting in Tribe. The Shining Mountain Southern Ute Indian Tribe gov or Amy Barry at 970- vised Traffic Code applies ly the elders,” Duffy-Wirth the beginning; she helped us Health and Wellness Depart- 563-2181 abarry@souther- this requirement on-Res- explained. “The important organize that.” ment has been instrumental In the Tribe’s revised nute-nsn.gov. ervation for law enforce- thing is to find an answer, “There have been pros in helping at the Call Center. Traffic Code, Section 14- In 2014 and in 2017, the ment and public safety. A and follow through; and be- and cons,” said Amy Bar- “Shining Mountain has 10-104(2) requires vehicles Tribe sought comment on tint that prevents an officer ing kind on the phone. [If we ry, Public Information Offi- registered in Colorado with the revised Traffic Code. from seeing inside a vehi- don’t have the answer] we cer (PIO) for the Tribe’s In- Call Center page 9 window tint to transmit at Both times, the window cle during a traffic stop, least 27 percent of light tint provision was includ- poses a risk for the officer through their windows and ed. During the comment to safely perform his or her 70 percent of light through periods, the Tribe received job. Similarly, drivers with ‘Chief’ draws controversy the windshield. This is the no objections to the win- very dark tint can limit a same requirement in Col- dow tint provisions. In driver’s visibility, present- orado. For vehicles regis- April 2018, tribal attor- ing risk of accident to that tered in other states, they ney, James Washinawatok, driver and others. must conform with that and Southern Ute Police Enforcement of the Traf- state’s window tint le- Chief, Ray Coriz, present- fic Code is limited by the gal standards. Under the ed at the general meeting Tribe’s jurisdiction and Tribe’s civil penalty sched- to update the tribal mem- cooperative agreements. ule, violations will result in bership on the status of the For Native Americans, the a civil traffic infraction of Traffic Code and the most Tribe may issue a window $60. In Colorado, the fine relevant changes. The pre- tint civil traffic infraction is $66. sentation at that meet- anywhere on the Reserva- On June 1, 2020, the ing included a slide with tion. For non-natives, the Tribe’s revised Traffic the window tint require- Tribe may issue a win- Code became effective. ments. The presentation dow tint civil traffic infrac- To view a copy of the re- on the Tribe’s website re- tion only on trust land and vised Traffic Code, visit the garding the Traffic Code on roads bounded on both Tribe’s website at: https:// (https://www.southern- sides by trust land. In the www.southernute-nsn.gov/ ute-nsn.gov/government/ Town of Ignacio, the South- government/tribal-code/. In tribal-code/) includes the ern Ute Police Department Jeremy Wade Shockley/The Colorado Sun addition, if you would like same slide regarding the will not enforce the Traffic The large “Chief” sign stands adjacent to the railroad tracks in historic downtown us to provide you a paper window tint requirements. Code over non-natives. Durango, Colo., an advertisement for the Toh-Atin Gallery across the street. The sign depicts a Native American man, clad in blue jeans and vest, which many see as a copy of the Traffic Code While the prior Traffic If you receive a civil caricature perpetuating harmful racial stereotypes. The debate over the future of the please contact the Legal Code did not specifically traffic infraction for a win- “Chief” is now in the community spotlight due to a set of petitions circulating on Department, Jamie Rive- include tint requirements, dow tint violation from the change.org; one in favor of keeping the historic sign, and other signaling that the ra at 970-563-2141 or jri- drivers on the Reservation Southern Ute Police De- “Chief’s” time is up – asking for its removal. The sign dates back over half a century, [email protected] who registered their ve- partment, you have the fol- when it was first commissioned to advertise The Chief Diner on North Main Ave. In or the Tribal Information hicle in Colorado had to lowing options: the 1980s the sign was purchased by Jackson Clark, owner of the Toh-Atin Gallery, Services Department, Ed- comply with Colorado tint and moved to its present location. na Frost at 970-563-2250 requirements when driving Traffic Codepage 2 EvenUpdate wawHchuwiiniwaini (2) (8) FebruaryJuly 17, 1,2020 2019

Southern Ute Reservation Initiates Many Moons Ago STAGE II FIRE RESTRICTIONS

Due to the lack of monsoon moisture, current high temperatures, dry fuel conditions and the occurrence of recent wildland fires, Stage II fire restrictions have been implemented for all trust lands throughout the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. Everyone on reservation land is asked to be very cautious and use common sense with fire this time of year. Stage II Fire Restrictions prohibits acts for the general public, commercial operators and industrial oil and gas operators performing work on the Southern Ute Reservation.

1. OPEN BURNING. Burning of trash and/or yard waste is prohibited. 2. AGRICULTURAL BURNING. Burning of crop land, fields, rangeland, debris burning, slash piles, prescribed burning and weed burning are prohibited. 3. CAMP FIRES. Building, maintaining or using a warming fire or campfire outside of officially designated or developed camp sites is prohibited. Charcoal broilers and wood and coal stoves used outside of dwellings are classified as campfires and prohibited. Fires for ceremonial sweats are allowed upon notification of the local fire authority and/or BIA Fire office and approval from them. 4. FIREWORKS. Possession, discharging or use of any type or fireworks is prohibited. 5. SMOKING. Smoking is restricted to designated areas, within structures or within vehicles equipped with ashtrays. 6. OPERATING EQUIPMENT. Operating or using any internal combustion engine (chainsaws, generators, etc) without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained and in effective working order.

Commercial and Industrial restrictions can be obtained from the BIA Fire Office at Amy Barry/SU Drum archive 575 County Road 517 or by calling 970-563-4571. Anyone violating the provisions of this fire ban may be subject to prosecution outlined 10 years ago in the Southern Ute Indian Criminal Code. The Northern Ute Tribe hosted the annual Shoshonean Language Reunion in Fort The Restrictions will become effective at 6:00 a.m., July 12, 2020 and will remain Duchesne, Utah, from June 28 to July 1. Conference attendees participate in until conditions improve. a handgame song. The Southern Ute Public Relations Division set up a booth to share information and hand out promotional items. During the reunion, Southern Ute To report fires contact: Royalty performed the Lord’s Prayer in sign language with the Comanche Tribe. Durango Zone Dispatch: 970-385-1324 This photo was published in the July 15, 2010, issue of The Southern Ute Drum. For more information or to report Fire Restriction Violations contact: BIA Fire Management: 970-563-4571 Southern Ute Police Dept.: 970-563-4401

Revised Traffic Code: Tint • from page 1

(1) Pay the fine and get your windows re-tinted to comply with the Tribe’s requirements; (2) Before your hearing date, fix your window tint, and then show proof to the Court that your ve- courtesy Window Tint Laws hicle now complies with the tint requirements. Up- (4) Contest the civil traf- you have any questions, con- on seeing that your vehicle fic citation for the- win tact the Director of the Legal complies, you may receive dow tint violation at trial. Department, David Smith, at leniency or a reduction in Once the Tribe reaches 970-563-2140 or dasmith@ SU Drum archive the fine; Phase III in the reopening southernute-nsn.gov, or Trib- (3) If you require addition- stage, you may have your al Attorney, James Washi- 20 years ago al time to fix your window window tint tested by sched- nawatok, at 970-563-2210 tint, other arrangements uling an appointment with or jwash@southernute-nsn. The group pictured here stands together for a shot by a flashing railroad crossing may be made upon agree- the Southern Ute Police De- gov, or Tribal Prosecutor, Li- sign. Each child was given a bike helmet instructions on safety and signs before ment with the prosecut- partment at 970-563-0246. sa Franceware, at 970-563- riding on the “Safety City” bike course. All of this learning took place in the Head Start ing officer and with the 2145 or lfraceware@souther- parking lot on July 11, 2000. Court’s approval; or For more information, or if nute-nsn.gov. This photo was published in the July 14, 2000, issue of The Southern Ute Drum.

SU Drum archive 30 years ago The Southern Ute Home Care training program started on June 26, 1990. The training course covered 90-100 hours and was designed to address the needs of the Indian elderly and handicapped clients. Participants are (not in order) Terry Box, Chantel Cloud, Janelle J. Denny, Jacki Frost, Salma Weaver, Helene Peabody-Hererra, Tammy R. Porambo, Marilyn Salazar, Kaunditts Sanchez, Cathy Hock, Levi Baker, Southern Ute coordinator; Dixie Melton, project director; and (not present) Robert Buckskin, assistant project director. Picture provided by Home Care Program.

This photo was published in the July 20, 1990, issue of The Southern Ute Drum. 40 years ago Editor’s Note: There was not a photo published 40 years that coincided with this issue of the Drum. Look for the 40 years ago photo in the July 31 issue.

Check out the Drum online at www.sudrum.com View/download the PDF eEdition of the Drum at www.sudrum.com/eEditions/ FebruaryJuly 1, 17, 2019 2020 suwarog’omasuwiinipeini (3) (9) CultureOdd

NATIVE MEDIA FOOD SOVERIGNTY Enduring Indigenous values and Indigenous Seeds Keepers Network finding new ways to tell our stories launches fundraising effort Storytelling in the time of pandemic Staff report Indigenous Seed Keepers By N. Bird Runningwater Reflecting on what’s of our everyday lives being Network Sundance Institute’s most important to us as turned upside down during Indigenous Program Indigenous peoples this time of pandemic, what The Indigenous Seed During this time of lock- emerges is a different kind of Keepers Network Seed Drive This year the world down and sheltering in opportunity for creativity to is making a second push to changed in a way that many of place, we also have had emerge and flourish. Social raise funds to help reduce us would never have dreamed time to reflect on what’s media and other digital plat- food insecurity as the health possible. The Covid-19 pan- most important in our lives. forms are continually being crisis continues. Beginning in demic has swept across the Throughout time, we have shaped and utilized in new March, the group pulled to- planet and has left none of us found strength in our Indig- ways by artists and storytell- gether seeds, packets and sent untouched. enous traditions and values. ers not only to connect with over 10,000 packets of seeds Our Indigenous nations, Today, we are again draw- one another but also to get to 731 Indigenous families communities and families ing upon the ways of our an- our stories out into the world. and organizations from 237 have been impacted – some cestors and the knowledge Our daily routines have tribal nations across North more than others – by this passed down to us through changed. Our lives have al- America. new and devastating ill- generations to keep our- tered in ways that may nev- Yesterday, the organiza- ness. It has left many peo- selves and our relatives pro- er again be what they once tion launched a GoFundMe ple around the world fright- tected and healthy. were. The way we work indi- Charity campaign with the ened, consumed by sadness, We are all connected to vidually and as part of a team goal of raising $10,000 for and filled with deep uncer- one another. There is great has changed. But throughout phase two of the seed drive tainty for the future, as seen resiliency among our Indige- history, Indigenous peoples – the creation of an Indige- in Finding Hope in Lock- nous nations and peoples. We always have had to adapt to nous seed growers network, down, directed by Indige- stand together, take care of changing times. rooted in a comprehensive nous Program alumna Erin and support our relatives and regional seed cooperative courtesy Indigenous Seed Keepers Lau (Native Hawaiian). communities, and do what we Encouraging and em- exchange model and scale which will be distributed ners involved in the process can to stay safe. These simple powering Indigenous film- up seed availability for this to Indigenous communities of creating Seed Censuses Adjusting to a new “nor- yet powerful values, imprint- makers intertribal region. throughout North America and Seed Sovereignty Maps mal” ed on our DNA for centuries, Contributions to the cam- this coming fall and winter. for their communities to What has this meant for have helped us confront and We are finding out there paign will fund Indigenous Additionally, the organiza- further strengthen these vi- us at Sundance Institute’s cope with unimaginable re- is immense creative energy farmers in cultivating and tion will be providing train- tal efforts towards food sov- Indigenous Program? Sun- alities, illness and many oth- and vibrancy in the midst producing varieties of seeds ing and support to the part- ereignty. dance, like all other arts er hardships during the dark- of this pandemic. This is an and cultural organizations est of times. Even during this extremely challenging time around the U.S., has had time of pandemic crisis we for our Indigenous Program to adapt to another way of have been reminded to stand family. That’s why it’s so working in the midst of in solidarity with our Black important for us to devise a “new normal” that has relatives as the protests and new and safe ways for us to emerged. For the foresee- national reckoning around ra- continue coming together, able future, we are unable cial justice have swelled. Our to learn from one another, to travel and present at film #IndigenousFilmcommuni- and to share our work. festivals, host community ty stands with #BlackLives- The Indigenous Program screenings and public pro- Matter and joins in the fight is committed to carving grams in Native communi- against white supremacy. out safe and dynamic envi- Check us out the Drum online at www.sudrum.com ties across the U.S., and or- ronments for creativity to View/download the eEdition at www.sudrum.com/eEditions ganize workshops and labs Finding new ways to tell flourish. We are constantly that have always been held our stories discovering new and excit- face-to-face with our pro- Indigenous peoples have ing ways to encourage and gram fellows, creative advi- always been storytellers. empower Indigenous art- sors and alumni. During times of the greatest ists so they can continue the Because our Indigenous adversity, our ancestors con- important work of making Program family resides in tinued to tell and pass down their films, telling their sto- places – some very remote their stories to younger gen- ries and, in the process, find – around the world, we have erations by whatever means hope, fortitude and healing had to make adjustments they had – orally and later during this time. in our daily work lives and on paper. Today many of us navigate new and creative communicate and share our New video series debut- ways to fulfill the Indige- stories in an ever-changing ing soon nous Program’s commit- digital world. In the midst Stay tuned. In the coming ment to supporting Indige- of present-day uncertainty, weeks, we’ll be kicking off nous filmmakers and giving we continue to find inspira- a video series spotlighting them several platforms to tion and new ways to com- Sundance Institute-support- tell their own stories, in- municate with one another ed Indigenous filmmakers cluding the annual Sun- virtually and to tell our sto- and what they’ve been do- dance Film Festival to film- ries through a unique Indig- ing and creating over the making labs, fellowships enous lens. past few months during the and workshops. So, despite many facets Covid-19 crisis. EvenHealth wawHchuwiiniwHchuwiini (4) (8) FebruaryJuly 17, 1,2020 2019

BEHAVIORIAL HEALTH HEALTHY RECIPES Fresh slaw BEE Heard: Substance By Lisa B. Smith, RDN use myth busters! Shining Mountain Health and Wellness By Precious Collins to remember is that consum- and you are not 21 or older, A fresh slaw can be a great way to Native Connections Program ing alcohol or using mari- you might get a ticket (requir- serve vegetables, fruit, nuts and beans. juana can be very danger- ing you to pay money), and/ This easy, delicious recipe provides all Let’s talk about myths ous for people, especially or be required to go to court, these foods and more. around substance usage. if they are young. Because do community service hours Carrots are a good source of beta car- First off, what is substance the brain of a young person (this is without pay), take an otene, potassium, biotin and Vitamin K. use? Substance use refers to is still developing, their risk alcohol awareness class such They have antioxidants which help pro- the use of drugs or alcohol. for substance use disorder is as Alcohol-Wise, or go to jail. OnceUponAChef.com tect your eyes and have nutrients that Substances such as marijua- a lot higher and can cause These same things apply or help fight cancer. healthy side dish that goes well with any na, cigarettes, prescription other health related issues. can be even more severe if Chickpeas (garbanzo beans) are rich grilled meat, fish or poultry. drugs, illegal drugs, inhal- you are caught using marijua- in fiber and protein, nuts/seeds have ants and solvents fall under Drinking alcohol or us- na or other drugs. And don’t healthy fat, protein and fiber, raisins add Lisa B. Smith, RDN is a Registered Di- the category of drugs. ing drugs will make people forget: even if you don’t get sweetness, antioxidants and iron. etitian Nutritionist with the Southern Ute So, when does using a like you. Myth or Fact? caught by the police, you Together with the dressing, this is a Shining Mountain Health and Wellness. substance become a prob- It is a myth. Alcohol and might get caught by your par- lem? Substance use can be- drugs affect the body in ma- ents and face consequences Carrot, Chickpea & Raisin Slaw Dressing – place in jar with lid and shake come a problem when using ny ways. (1) Brain: Alcohol with your family. together: drugs or alcohol start caus- and drugs interfere with the If you are of drinking age, Slaw Ingredients – place all in a large 1/4 cup olive oil ing you harm or harm to oth- brain’s ability to communi- this is a myth for you too! bowl and mix together: 3 T apple cider vinegar ers. When a substance be- cate to the rest of the body. If you consume alcohol and 1 lbs. carrots, shredded 1 T honey comes engrained into your It also causes mood and be- choose to drive, you can be 1 15oz can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), 1 tsp finely chopped garlic daily routine you might have havior changes that make charged with Driving Un- drained 1 tsp finely chopped ginger developed a dependency. it harder to think and move der the Influence (DUI) or 1/2 to 1 cup raisins 1/2 teaspoon sea salt Are you interested in your body. (2) Heart: Alco- could hurt yourself or some- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds, cashews or al- Pepper to taste learning more or maybe hol and drugs can cause ar- one else. You also could po- monds (or your favorite nut/seed) 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper-optional seeking help for yourself or rhythmias (irregular heart- tentially do time in jail and 3 green onions, chopped a family member or friend? beat), stroke, high blood pay a lot of money towards Pour dressing over slaw ingredients. Please reach out to us at pressure or even cardiomy- fines, interlock systems Toss to coat. Enjoy! Southern Ute Behavioral opathy (stretching of the and even restitution if you Serves 10-12 Health Division 970-563- heart muscle). (3) Liver: Al- hurt someone in your act of 4581. It’s important to seek cohol, especially if mixed drinking and driving. help and take control of sub- with medication can cause MENTAL HEALTH stance use. cirrhosis (scarring of the liv- Marijuana is safer than er). (4) Immune System: Al- other drugs. Myth or Fact? The stress impact of COVID-19: WHAT ARE THE cohol and drugs can weak- Myth. Marijuana is a drug MYTHS? en your immune system and and does influence the body, Ways to cope and protect your health make you more susceptible especially the brain. It is Drinking alcohol or us- to diseases. true that the effects of mari- By Dr. Nammy Patel, DDS better deal with stress: our health.” ing marijuana is a “rite of So, in recap, it’s unlikely juana can differ from person Green Dentistry • Take vitamin supple- passage”. Myth or Fact? you’ll be the most popular if to person depending on their • Adhere to a healthy di- ments. “Often, those with It is a myth. Especial- you are uncoordinated, slur- tolerance and other factors, The millions of infections et. While in quaran- adrenal fatigue don’t take ly in our Native American ring your words, vomiting, but it is not the safest drug. and hundreds of thousands tine or a new normal in enough essential nutri- culture, alcohol and mari- or smell due to reduced hy- Some examples: Marijuana of deaths that the COVID-19 in which people are ents as stress increases juana was not a part of our giene is unsafe to use in women pandemic has brought glob- spending the vast ma- their body’s nutrition- rites of passages for any one who are pregnant because it ally are creating stress over jority of their time at al demands,” Dr. Patel no matter what their age is. If you drink alcohol, can cause low birth weight. everything from personal home, having healthy says. “To address adrenal Today, the consumption of you won’t get into trouble. People who use marijua- health to employment, life- foods at home and not and cortisol burnout, take alcohol and drugs is more Myth or Fact? na are at a higher risk of style, and finances. over-snacking are vi- multivitamins in order to mainstream and can be seen Myth. All states across this problems with memory and Given these difficult cir- tal considerations. “We get trace minerals.” on social media, music, tele- country have a 21-year-old learning. Driving stoned is cumstances, it’s more im- must be more mindful of • Develop a morning ritu- vision and among family minimum drinking age law. dangerous because of your portant than ever for peo- the foods we put in our al. “Deep breathing exer- and friends. The main thing If you get caught drinking altered state of mind. ple to know about coping bodies,” Dr. Patel says. cises can be calming and mechanisms to better man- “Eat as many greens and get you out of the hyper Need help? age stress, protect their im- whole foods as possible. state,” Dr. Patel says. Local Resources The Southern Ute Behav- mune system, and increase Avoid dairy products “You want to get rid of ioral Health Division spe- their chances of staying as they increase mucus the ‘fight or flight’ mode • So. Ute Health Center: Behavior Health 69 Capote Dr., cializes in substance use healthy, says Dr. Nammy production in the sinus and enter the ‘rest and di- Ignacio, CO, 970-563-4581. For local Native Americans. disorders and we are here to Patel, DDS. and the chest, leading gest’ state of mind.” Call to schedule a counseling appointment. help and support you, your “COVID is maximiz- to lots of sneezing and • Find a stress manage- • So. Ute Social Services: 116 Capote Dr., Ignacio, family or friends. It is im- ing stress for so many peo- congestion. The corona- ment activity that works CO, 970-563-2331 for local Native Americans needing portant to us that our Native ple,” Dr. Patel says. “It has a virus enters the nose and for you. Many people assistance with child welfare needs and family support. American community over- far-reaching impact into ev- makes a home in the si- don’t like to exercise, • St. Ignatius Catholic Church: Pastor Cesar Arras, comes dependency of alco- ery part of our lives, and if nus, and to increase im- but Dr. Patel notes exer- 14826 CO-172, Ignacio, CO 970-563-4241. hol and drug use and our we don’t manage the stress, munity, it’s important cise doesn’t have to be • Ignacio Community Church: Pastor Randall Haynes people have long healthy it severely affects our bodily that the sinus and chest rigorous to be effective. 405 Browning Ave., Ignacio, CO (currently located lives and minds. Reach out, systems – causing burned-out are not inflamed. Food “A type of exercise one inside ELHI), 970-759-3633. even if it’s for information adrenals, high cortisol, and prep makes it easier to enjoys doing at home • Second Wind Fund of the Four Corners: Believes about alcohol or drugs or thyroid issues, to name a few eat healthy while work- like walking, running, that every child and youth at risk of suicide should even about resources that consequences of high-stress ing from home. Prepare or yoga goes a long way have access to the mental health treatment they need. exist in our area that can levels. Thus, the immune salads and other healthy toward releasing stress We match children and youth at risk for suicide with help you or someone you system is lowered, and we are meals in advance.” hormones,” she says. licensed therapists in their communities, 720-962-0706. know win the fight against more vulnerable to illness. • Don’t over-indulge in “And for those who like • Women’s Resource Center: Creates personal, social alcohol and drugs. “This era we are liv- drinking. “For some peo- intense workouts, it’s all and professional growth opportunities for all women in ing in is very traumatic, ple, drinking is the on- good in terms of reduc- La Plata County, 970-247-1242. Contact us at Southern and it’s very concerning. ly source of enjoyment ing stress. Another good Ute Behavioral Health Di- In dentistry, gum disease, during the pandemic,” stress management tech- vision 970-563-4581. sleep disturbances or ap- Dr. Patel says. “And we nique is using biofeed- 24/7 State & National Resources nea, and teeth breakage can see people who are iso- back mechanisms like all be evidence of stress. lating having Zoom calls alpha state meditations • Colorado Crisis Line: 844-493-8255 or Text “TALK” Poor oral health, as stud- with friends while drink- to increase immunity.” to 38255. You’ll immediately be put in contact with a ies show, can be a gateway ing wine. The problem trained counselor, ready to text with you about anything. to medical issues. People is that one glass turns “The disruption of dai- • The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Has both often don’t identify how into two or more, and ly life by COVID-19 has an online chat and 24/7 phone line at 1-800-273-8255 if much stress they’re under, with the sugar content caused us to rethink many you are thinking of suicide or need help for a loved one. and how it’s affecting them of wine, you may wake things that we do,” Dr. Pa- • The Trevor Project: Seeks to serve LGBT youth, has a physically, until they actu- up during the night. This tel says. “How we deal with 24/7 suicide prevention line at 866-488-7386. ally get sick.” disturbs sleep, and sleep stress needs to be a priority Dr. Patel has the following is when the immune sys- now, and it’s not overly dif- suggestions people can incor- tem regenerates. Restor- ficult if you develop good porate into their daily lives to ative sleep is essential to daily habits.

Southern Ute Indian Tribe Vocational Rehabilitation Program We are here and available for support via phone, fax, or email!

Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Phone: 970-563-4730 Fax: 970-563-4840 Email: [email protected]

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DENTAL HEALTH Cooking with Lisa Smith How dental offices are protecting patients and staff during the pandemic

By Dr. Kyle Bogan, DDS symptoms and, if so, if mends face shields, N95 North Orange Family they’ve been tested.” and KN95 masks, gog- Dentistry • Upon arrival, a new look. gles and disposable Dr. Bogan says that staff gowns,” Dr. Bogan says. It’s not exactly business can allay patients’ fears “Some practices are in- as usual for the dental in- by informing them of all stalling plexiglass in the dustry – or patients – as of- the new safety procedures front office area, air-pu- fices reopen for routine care their office is taking. The rification systems and ul- amid the COVID-19 pan- visit will look and feel traviolet lights to reduce demic. much different from the exposure to aerosols.” The outbreak of the virus moment they arrive. “Pa- • Diligent hygiene and photos Jeremy Wade Shockley/SU Drum has brought several chang- tients can expect to wait cleaning. “Dentists and Lisa Smith, Dietician for Shining Mountain Health and Wellness partnered with es, some of which may be outside upon arriving for hygienists should adhere Deanna Frost, the Southern Ute Tribe’s Food Distribution Program Director to host permanent, in how dental their appointment until strictly to hand hygiene the second installment in a video series highlighting culinary ideas, nutrition and offices protect their employ- summoned by the staff,” measures,” Dr. Bogan cooking techniques in the Food Distribution’s kitchen. Frost and Smith discuss the ees and patients. he says. “This will great- says, “including before importance of whole grains, and the foods which they are often found. Together, they “Dentists have always ly reduce the number and after contact with pa- prepared a simple trail mix using items made available to the community through the prioritized safety, but now of people in the waiting tients, after contact with Southern Ute Food Distribution program in Ignacio. we’ve significantly ramped room and the time you’re contaminated surfaces or up our precautions and close to other people. And equipment, and after re- Lisa Smith emphasized standard practices because patients should have their moving PPE. Disposable the importance of we want both patients and temperature taken upon gowns should be discard- reading the ingredients workers to feel comfortable arrival. The office should ed in a dedicated waste and understanding during a time of great un- be devoid of the usual container after use. Cloth food labels in order to certainty,” says Dr. Kyle magazines and toys, and isolation gowns should be differentiate between Bogan, a general dentist hand sanitizer should be laundered after each use. whole grains and those and speaker on workplace available.” The staff will thorough- that have been processed culture. • Helping fearful employ- ly clean patient treatment and milled, which are not as nutritious as their “After three months of ees. It’s understandable areas between appoint- whole grain counterparts. being able to handle only if oral care workers are ments with disinfectants.” She used pastas, oats, emergency cases because hesitant to return, and flour and cereals as prime of the pandemic, we under- Dr. Bogan says it’s im- “It’s important for peo- examples of pantry items stand the challenges as we portant to engage them in ple to get back to the dentist which could be made reopen for elective and pre- dialogue about their con- for routine treatment,” Dr. with either refined grains ventative care. The experi- cerns. “The person may Bogan says. “The virus can or whole grains. ence, knowledge and con- be worried about con- give some people a reason to cern for patients that oral tracting the virus from stay away, so it’s critical for Watch the Food Distribution video series care workers bring to their a patient or co-worker,” dental practices to do all the by visiting The Southern positions is especially im- he says. “They may be right things to mitigate risk.” Ute Indian Tribe’s official portant at this time.” high-risk or have some- Facebook page. Dr. Bogan points out one at home who is. Ask About Kyle D. Bogan, some concerns of patients them what you could do DDS: Dr. Kyle Bogan (www. and dental staffs and new to alleviate concerns, and drkylebogan.com) is a gen- protocols being implement- make sure your office is eral dentist and a speaker/ ed as offices reopen: following the CDC and consultant on workplace cul- ADA recommendations ture. He is the owner of North • Pre-screening patients. and requirements. Orange Family Dentistry. The asymptomatic car- • Aerosols and protection. Bogan earned a Fellowship rier of COVID-19 lim- Most dental procedures in the Academy of General its the effectiveness of create aerosols – sprays Dentistry and a Fellowship pre-screening patients of saliva or blood from in the International College for the virus, but patients a patient’s mouth splash- of Dentists. He is a member DEPT. OF SOCIAL SERVICES NOTICE should be asked a range ing into the air. Given the of the American Dental Asso- Seeking Community Member for Child Protection Team of relevant pre-visit possibility of the virus ciation, the Ohio Dental As- questions on the phone. being included in those sociation, the International The Southern Ute Department of Social Services is seeking a community “It forces dental staff particles, the attending Dental Implant Association member preferably to sit on the Child Protection Team. This is a two-year to treat every patient as staff around the patient and the American Academy appointed seat by Tribal Council. If they are interested please contact if they have the virus,” should wear more per- of General Dentistry. Bogan Division of Social Services at 970-563-2339. Dr. Bogan says. “Be- sonal protective equip- earned his Doctor of Den- fore patients come in, ment, and environmental tal Surgery degree from The they need to be asked if upgrades also are advis- Ohio State University, gradu- they’ve had COVID-19 able. “The ADA recom- ating Magna Cum Laude.

Southern Ute Health Center Important Information

Due to the evolving Covid 19 Outbreak the Southern Ute Health Center has updated all operational hours.

The Southern Ute HEALTH CENTER, including DENTAL will be operating on reduced hours, until further notice.

• OPTOMETRY: Mondays and Wednesdays by appointment only. Call 970-563-2374 for all inquiries. • DENTAL & HEALTH CENTER: Open from 7:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. The HEALTH CENTER is seeing patients in the outside tent area behind the Clinic for COVID-19 screening. Urgent Care type appointments will be inside the Clinic. • NURSING VISITS: 7:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. ONLY! NO WALK-INS ACCEPTED!

All PATIENTS ARE REQUIRED TO CALL AHEAD FOR APPOINTMENTS, 970-563-4581.

• DENTAL is seeing emergency appointments only and will pre-screen patients to determine urgency before scheduling and appointment. • PHARMACY hours will be from 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 pm – Only Window service will be offered, there will be no pharmacy access inside the clinic. • PSYCHIATRY visits will occur in the Mouache Capote Building; Patients will be called first to verify time of appointment • All other Specialty Medicine (Rheumatology, Neurophology) are postponed. • All BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Patients are treated by phone, no in-person or group meetings at this time. EvenEducation wawHchuwiininaveeini (6) (8) FebruaryJuly 17, 2020 1, 2019

Ignacio School District Plan for opening schools in 2020-2021

GENERAL DISTRICT GUIDELINES entryway and immediately proceed • Requires two additional routes, been tested. A capful of solution per gal- to lockers and their first hour class New bus will be used on that note. lon. It dissipates quickly • School reopening plan stresses safety • Classroom and Library Safety No late starts at this time. Athletic • Washing stations are portable and will and encourages flexibility through coop- • All schools will employ spacing, events will be secondary to academ- be utilized at each entrance and at other eration with staff, parents/guardians, and systematic wipe down of desks/com- ics, buses will finish routes and then needed areas throughout the school day students. The goal continues to be high puters, after each use take athletes to events. Some athlet- (esp. lunch/recess). They hold 5 gallons academic growth for students in a safe • Disinfectant bombs will be used in ic events will require two buses on of a sanitizing mix (8 for the district) and supportive environment. all rooms each evening’ occasion but there are exemptions • Classroom furniture and equipment will • Regular Start is scheduled for the 2020- • Hand washing will be encouraged around this issue from the state. be wiped down after each class. 21 school year. There will be safety pre- throughout the day • Bus Drop off and pick up at schools • High use areas of the school will be cautions in place that emphasize spacing • All schools will work to keep com- • Normal drop off and pick up with wiped down several times a day (door and sanitizing on buses, playgrounds, mon groups together throughout the buses. Start time and ending times handles, etc.) and within each school. day (this will be toughest at the high will not be adjusted unless there is • The district will provide training and school where schedules do not al- need. SCHOOL NURSE resources to staff for teaching on-line ways align) • If there are issues, short routes will courses through the Colorado Digital • Any medical issues in the class- be picked up after long routes and • Health issues and concerns Learning Service (CDLS) in August to rooms will be turned over the school that would only delay students 10- • Parents will take student tempera- allow for flexibility in the case of the sit- Nurse immediately 15 minutes. tures every morning before they uation changing. Students will become • Hallway Passing Periods • Safety concerns that the district will ad- leave for school. familiar with the format in the first few • All schools will have students prac- dress when students are riding the busses • 25 thermometers purchased to ad- weeks of school. tice safe spacing in hallways (i.e. • Fresh air as much as possible dress potentially sick students in a • Families will have the option of access- students staying on the right half of • Disinfected after each use timely fashion ing their education at the school or online the hallway during passing periods) • The school has the option take a stu- and will be registered accordingly. There • Students will move in common FOOD SERVICE dent’s temperature randomly (spot could be movement between the two as groups when required (i.e. breakfast, check) throughout a school day by the situation changes throughout the year. lunch and elementary PE) • Breakfast at each of the schools the school nurse. There will be no packets. • Lunch • Middle School and High School • Cooperation with parents and guard- • Parents to take student/children tempera- • All schools will utilize several peri- • Students will be brought to the ians for quick pick up when children tures every day. Staff, including subs, will ods to serve lunch cafeteria from their classrooms are ill take their temperatures each day as well. • Lunch areas will utilize space both • Students will eat in classrooms • Systemic hand washing throughout • District to utilized space and sanitizing in inside and outside of the school after they get their food the building includes hand wash- an efficient and safe way. • Playgrounds will also be separated • Elementary School ing stations and scheduled times for • Masks will be encouraged, but optional, into distinct areas • Students will eat in their classroom washing hands especially in closed spaces for students • Common groupings will be utilized at the elementary. Carts will be • Each classroom to have the ability and staff. to the best of each schools ability used to distribute food to the class- and procedure to disinfect several • https://www.wsj.com/articles/ • School Release rooms using elementary staff. times throughout the day and after how-exactly-do-you-catch-cov • All schools will release students to • Milk is an issue going to the class- each use. id-19-there-is-a-growing-cons- buses or to walk home in a systemat- room, and a system will be put in- • Mask or Shield use is encouraged ensus-11592317650?mod=e2fb&fb- ic way that encourages space. to place to address those concerns but not required unless a person is ill clid=IwAR1jt9iGnx1VTlUFkTSo3T- • Athletes will report to their respec- (spills, left over milk, etc) • Animals will not be allowed on the fecCPpuwgmsE0ZO8jpR6Ow1Jy2is- tive sports as indicated by the athlet- • Lunch at all schools school premises. VJkx__MQc ic guidelines • Each school will set a lunch • Care money to be used to maximize safe- • Daily School schedule schedule to minimize the amount ATHLETICS/EXTRA-CURRICULAR ty (space and sanitizing) and increase the • School will begin and release at nor- of students that will use the cafe- ACTIVITIES ability for students to access education via mally scheduled times teria and the eating areas technology (allows for flexibility through- • There will be modifications made to • Each school will have multiple • The CHSAA associate and assistant com- out the year if the situations changes) each schools schedule to accommo- lunch times and eating spaces missioners are proceeding with guide- • Technology has been upgraded to sup- date breakfast and separate lunches in • Each school will utilize space lines and standards for resuming fall port student learning regardless of the coordination with the food service di- and common groups. sports on their scheduled start dates. situation rector (school staff will assist as need- • Tables have been ordered to • All sport-specific plans will have the • Staff to be trained on both issues of safety ed with both serving and clean-up) accommodate different eating oversight and review of the CHSAA’s and the efficient use of technology spaces (inside and outside). sports medicine advisory committee, • Early Release professional development TRANSPORTATION • Each school will have multiple which includes mental health profession- • Established common guidelines and designated areas for recess als, before they are released to the mem- expectations to support online learn- • Bussing to and from school for students • Safety bership for implementation. ing while continuing to focus on the • 23 students on each bus • Disposable trays will be used for • Our primary and only objective, while educational needs of the students • 1 student per seat breakfast. acknowledging that we are still in the • Students arranged Elem in front, Mid- • All tables, trays, and surfaces will midst of a national pandemic, will be to IGNACIO SCHOOLS dle in middle, High school in back be disinfected after each use resume athletics and activities with the • Two busses to go to stops as need (po- • School staff to assist with food dis- safety and well-being of our participants, • Student arrival in the mornings tential late start for some, but not likely) tribution and clean up coaches, officials, staff and school com- (coordinated with transportation director) • Pick up drop off to one address onlu munities in the forefront. • Elementary will have students check – No exceptions MAINTENANCE • We anticipate that guidelines established into their individual classrooms us- • No in town drop offs ... this includes in August will follow a similar format to ing the outside classroom door BGC, EL High, School to School • Custodians will fog rooms once a day. the summer workouts and expectations • High School and Middle school will (staff to walk students if needed or Fogging will begin at 6 pm each night. around spacing, masks wearing, and san- have students enter through the main Walking bus) Fogger has a diluted solution and it has itizing of equipment.

PCC-SW is offering virtual summer and fall registration through our upcoming Enrollment Nights. Virtual advisors will be available live to answer questions, help students apply for admission, inquire about programs, and to help students register for classes. Please visit, https://www.pueblocc.edu/Remote/ to schedule a virtual advising session and to see available dates and times, and upcoming sessions. July 17, 2020 naveekyaveini (7) News

HEALTH Extreme heat can be dangerous!

Staff report respiratory problems are Tips to cool your pooch San Juan Basin Public Health also linked. One reason is Extreme heat in the re- that higher temperatures gion means taking extra Extreme heat events can contribute to the build-up steps to prevent your pet trigger a variety of heat of harmful air pollutants. from overheating. stress conditions, such as • Provide plenty of heat stroke. Heatstroke is San Juan Basin Public fresh, clean water. the most serious heat-relat- Health Bring extra if hik- ed disorder. It occurs when 970-247-5702 ing, don’t depend on the body becomes unable streams flowing at this to control its temperature. So. Ute Health Center time of year. Body temperature rises 970-563-4581 • Never leave your ani- rapidly, the sweating mech- mals alone in a parked anism fails, and the body Mercy Regional Medical vehicle. cannot cool down. Center • Don’t let your dog lin- Small children, the elder- 970-247-4311 ger on hot asphalt. ly, and certain other groups including people with chron- Southern Ute Dispatch Learn the signs of over- ic diseases, low-income pop- 970-564-0246 heating in pets and get more ulations, and outdoor work- safety tips here: www.as- ers have a higher risk for Los Pinos Fire Dept. pca.org/pet-care/gener- heat-related illnesses. 970-563-9501 al-pet-care/hot-weather- Higher temperatures and safety-tips

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CORONAVIRUS CORONAVIRUS Governor Polis announces CDC calls on Americans to wear masks to prevent COVID-19 spread Statewide mask order Case study shows masks prevented COVID spread Staff report a place of employment, or • Individuals who are ac- Office of Governor Polis is an entity providing ser- tively engaged in a pub- Staff report The investigators found that toms and received a diagno- vices. Public Indoor Space lic safety role such as Center for Disease Control none of the stylists’ 139 cli- sis of COVID-19. Governor Jared Polis to- does not mean a person’s law enforcement, fire- ents or secondary contacts day announced a Statewide residence, including a room fighters, or emergency Americans are increas- became ill, and all 67 clients Survey: Acceptance of mask order, directing Colo- in a motel or hotel or a resi- medical personnel; ingly adopting the use of who volunteered to be tested face-mask guidance in- radans to wear a face cov- dential room for students at • Individuals who are of- cloth face masks to slow the showed no sign of infection. creased ering while indoors. This an educational facility. This ficiating at a religious spread of COVID-19, and The finding adds to a CDC analyzed data from Executive Order goes into includes wearing a face service; or the latest science may con- growing body of evidence an internet survey of a na- effect at midnight tonight. covering while using or • Individuals who are giv- vince even more to do so. that cloth face coverings tional sample of 503 adults The Governor also provid- waiting to use the services ing a speech for broad- In an editorial published provide source control – during April 7–9 and found ed an update on the State’s of any taxi, bus, light rail, cast or an audience. today in the Journal of the that is, they help prevent the that about 62 percent said response to COVID-19. train, car service, ride-shar- American Medical Asso- person wearing the mask they would follow the new- “Wearing a mask is an ing or similar service, or To protect workers, cus- ciation (JAMA), CDC re- from spreading COVID-19 ly announced recommen- easy and highly effective Mass Transportation Oper- tomers, and the communi- viewed the latest science and to others. The main protec- dations to wear a face mask way to significantly reduce ations. Individuals 10 years ty, no business serving the affirms that cloth face cov- tion individuals gain from when outside the home. A re- the spread of COVID-19. old and younger, and those public in a Public Indoor erings are a critical tool in masking occurs when others peat survey during May 11- The more we wear masks, who cannot medically tol- Space may provide service the fight against COVID-19 in their communities also 13 showed that the percent- the safer we will be and the erate a face covering are to a customer or allow a that could reduce the spread wear face coverings. age of adults endorsing face stronger our economy will exempt from this Execu- customer to enter or move of the disease, particular- mask wearing increased to grow,” said Governor Jared tive Order. within that Public Indoor ly when used universally COVID-19 prevention more than 76 percent. Polis. “Unfortunately, this Individuals performing Space, unless the custom- within communities. There in a Missouri hair salon The increase was driv- pandemic is far from over, the following activities are er is wearing a face cover- is increasing evidence that When two stylists at a en largely by a significant cases are up, and we have also exempt from the re- ing. “Any individual who cloth face coverings help Missouri hair salon tested jump in approval by white, to find a way to live- sus quirements of the Execu- knowingly enters or re- prevent people who have positive for the virus that non-Hispanic adults, from tainably while protecting tive Order while the activ- mains in a Public Indoor COVID-19 from spreading causes COVID-19, research- 54 percent to 75 percent. ourselves and those around ity is being performed: Space in violation of the the virus to others. ers from CoxHealth hospi- Approval among Black, us. Masks are the ticket to terms of this Executive Or- “We are not defenseless tals, Washington Universi- non-Hispanic adults went up the Colorado we love and • Individuals who are der may be subject to civ- against COVID-19,” said ty, the University of Kansas, from 74 percent to 82 percent, a critical part of supporting hearing impaired or il or criminal penalties, in- CDC Director Dr. Robert R. and the Springfield-Greene and remained stable among Colorado’s economy and otherwise disabled or cluding but not limited to Redfield. “Cloth face - cov County Health Department Hispanic/Latino adults at 76 prosperity. The best way to who are communicat- prosecution for trespass,” erings are one of the most worked together to trace percent and 77 percent. support Colorado workers ing with someone who reads the Executive Order. powerful weapons we have contacts, investigate the cas- There was also a large in- and businesses right now is hearing impaired or Counties that certify for to slow and stop the spread es, and publish their findings crease in face-mask approv- is to wear a mask. I’ve said otherwise disabled and Protect Our Neighbors may of the virus – particularly in the MMWR. al among respondents in the this from the beginning, and where the ability to see choose to become exempt. when used universally with- One of the stylists devel- Midwest, from 44 percent it’s still true today: together, the mouth is essential to The Governor also an- in a community setting. All oped respiratory symptoms to 74 percent. Approval was we will get through this.” communication; nounced that the State is Americans have a responsi- but continued to see clients greatest in the Northeast, The Governor was joined • Individuals who are going to put a two-week bility to protect themselves, for eight days. The other, going from 77 percent to 87 by Denver Mayor Michael seated at a food service pause on issuing any new their families, and their who apparently became in- percent. Hancock, Aurora Mayor establishment; variances to counties in the communities.” fected from her co-worker, Mike Coffman, and State Ep- • Individuals who are ex- State. CDPHE is having This review included two also developed respiratory RESOURCES idemiologist Dr. Rachel Her- ercising alone or with conversations with coun- case studies out today, one symptoms and continued to lihy at the announcement. others from the individ- ties who already have vari- from JAMA, showing that see clients for four days. CDC’s Information on Coloradans older than 10 ual’s household and a ances but have fallen out adherence to universal mask- The salon in which they Cloth Face Coverings: years old must wear a face face covering would in- of compliance by record- ing policies reduced SARS- worked had a policy requir- https://www.cdc.gov/coro- covering over their nose terfere with the activity; ing higher levels of the vi- CoV-2 transmission within a ing both stylists and their navirus/2019-ncov/pre- and mouth when entering • Individuals who are re- rus than permitted by their Boston hospital system, and clients to wear face cover- vent-getting-sick/diy-cloth- or moving within any pub- ceiving a personal ser- variances. These counties one from CDC’s Morbidity ings, consistent with the lo- face-coverings.html lic indoor space. A public vice where the tempo- must take urgent mitiga- and Mortality Weekly Re- cal government ordinance. CDC Editorial in JA- indoor space is defined as rary removal of the face tion steps to suppress the port (MMWR), showing that Both stylists wore dou- MA: Brooks JT, Butler any enclosed indoor area covering is necessary to virus or they risk losing wearing a mask prevented ble-layered cloth face cover- JC, Redfield RR. Time that is publicly or private- perform the service; their variances. This is the the spread of infection from ings or surgical masks when for universal masking and ly owned, managed or op- • Individuals who enter a prudent thing to do at this two hair stylists to their cus- seeing clients. The median prevention of transmis- erated to which individu- business or receive ser- moment in time as Colora- tomers in Missouri. appointment time was 15 sion of SARS-CoV-2. JA- als have access by right or vices and are asked to do gathers more data about Additional data in today’s minutes and ranged from MA. Published online July by invitation, expressed or temporarily remove a the behavior of this virus. MMWR showed that im- 15 to 45 minutes. More than 14, 2020. doi:10.1001/ja- implied, and that is accessi- face covering for identi- mediately after the White 98 percent of clients wore a ma.2020.13107 https://ja- ble to the public, serves as fication purposes; House Coronavirus Task face covering—47 percent manetwork.com/journals/ Force and CDC advised wore cloth face coverings, jama/fullarticle/10.1001/ja- Americans to wear cloth 46 percent wore surgical ma.2020.13107 face coverings when leav- masks, and about five per- MMWR Article: No Stay up to date about COVID-19 ing home, the proportion cent wore N-95 respirators. Transmission of Symptom- and the Southern Ute Indian Tribe of U.S. adults who chose to When customers were atic SARS-CoV-2 After do so increased, with 3 in asked whether they had Significant Exposure With 4 reporting they had adopt- been ill with any respira- Universal Face Mask Use at COVID-19 information from the Southern Ute Indian Tribe ed the recommendation in a tory symptoms in the 90 a Hair Salon - Springfield, visit the tribe’s website at www.southernute-nsn.gov or the national internet survey. days preceding their ap- Missouri, May 2020 https:// The results of the Missou- pointment, 87 (84 percent) www.cdc.gov/mmwr/vol- tribe’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/southernute ri case study provide further reported that they had not. umes/69/wr/mm6928e2.ht- evidence on the benefits of None of the interviewed m?s_cid=mm6928e2_w wearing a cloth face cover- customers developed symp- MMWR Article: Fac- ing. The investigation fo- toms of illness. Among 67 tors Associated with Cloth cused on two hair stylists (48 percent) customers who Face Coverings Use during – infected with and having volunteered to be tested, all the COVID-19 Pandemic symptoms of COVID-19 – 67 tested negative for the vi- — United States, April and whose salon policy followed rus that causes COVID-19. May 2020 https://www.cdc. a local ordinance requir- Several family members of gov/mmwr/volumes/69/wr/ ing cloth face coverings for one of the stylist’s subse- mm6928e3.htm?s_cid=m- all employees and patrons. quently developed symp- m6928e3_w July 17, 2020 suwarog’omasuwiini (9) COVID-19

Call Center plays key role • from page 1 a really good relationships with the community. We wanted to make sure they [elders] knew us, knew our names,” explained Morgann Box, Diabetes Program Co- ordinator for Shining Moun- tain Health and Wellness. “We were first established to help call elders, the pro- cess adapted quickly to what we found worked, and need- ed to happen. If we knew a tribal elder, we would reach out with a personal call,” Box emphasized. “We would use people that knew What should I do if… them personally. A lot of it is just listening.” I think I’ve been in contact with some- possibility that you have COVID-19, your “The processes had to one who has COVID-19. provider has to make preparations to pro- be changed throughout the tect staff and other patients. growth of the center. Every- What counts as “close contact?” body involved has been dil- • You spent a prolonged amount of time Self-monitor if... igent about implementing in the same room. • You have been in close contact with changes and being flexible, • You had direct physical contact with someone who has tested positive, or is she stated “I think that is a the person. being tested, for COVID-19. good thing.” • You shared eating or drinking uten- • You have been in close contact with “We have a lot of informa- sils. someone who might have been ex- tion,” Box said. “If we don’t • They sneezed, coughed, or somehow posed, and is currently in self-quar- know at the moment, we courtesy SunUte Community Center got respiratory secretions on you. antine. found out – and then we fol- SunUte Fitness Trainer, Abel Velasquez, helps man the low up.” phones at the Southern Ute Call Center. What doesn’t count as “close contact?” Self-quarantine Stay home. Tribal Information Ser- app. so everyone can put new address their needs,” Duffy- • Walking by someone. Do not leave your room, apartment, or vices is in the process of information on there, like Wirth reiterated. “We call • Briefly sitting across a waiting room house for 14 days since the time of your printing refrigerator mag- shift coverage, this is how out at times, and now more or office. exposure. nets, with the Call Center’s people keep informed who people call in. We are trying Avoid contact with other people. Don’t phone number to be distrib- are working there – keep- very hard to respect the el- Practice Social Distancing Stay home. spend time in common areas. Use a sepa- uted to Southern Ute tribal ing 25 plus employees up ders who do not want to be If you can, do your work from home. rate bathroom if you can. members in August. to date. I had people around contacted – we respect that.” Postpone or cancel in-person meetings. Sharing is NOT caring. Don’t share eat- Early on there was such a me, who organization is their “In some ways this is Give yourself a buffer zone. Try not to ing utensils, drinking glasses, towels, or any sense of emergency, and the forte, they did a fantastic job building a lot of bridges,” get physically close to people when you’re other items until your quarantine is over. Call Center was initially set of organizing this.” Duffy-Wirth emphasized. outside your home. As a general rule, try to Don’t be gross. Wash your hands fre- up to operate seven days a The Call Center has had “Hopefully the Call Center be six feet away from the closest person. quently with soap and water, or use alco- week, now those hours are about 30 staff members will continue after Covid-19.” Rethink your greeting. Don’t hug or hol-based hand sanitizer after coughing cut back to normal work- working on shifts since shake hands. and sneezing. Never cough or sneeze in ing office hours, Mon.-Fri 8 March – volunteers from If you have questions Avoid groups of people. More people = the direction of someone else. Throw your a.m.-5 p.m. SUIMA, Education, Con- related to COVID-19 or more chances to come in direct (or indi- dirty tissues in the garbage. The Call Center staff is struction Services, Shining modified tribal operations, rect) contact with the virus. made up entirely of tribal em- Mountain Health and Well- please call the South- Self-quarantine if… ployees, many of which are ness, and of course SunUte ern Ute Indian Tribe’s Who should practice social distancing? • You have been in close contact with tribal members, who are man- – to name a few. COVID-19 Call Center at EVERYONE! someone who has tested positive for ning the Call Center on shifts. “If elders aren’t hooked 970-563-0214. The Call COVID-19. “Our [internal] commu- up to social media, we might Center is open Monday Self-monitor Check your tempera- • You have been in close contact with nication is really high. We get them the information through Friday from 8 a.m. ture. someone who is being tested. If use the CREW [smartphone] they need. This was a way to until 5 p.m. Take your temperature when you get up the person tests positive, continue in the morning, and right before you go to self-quarantining for the full 14 days. bed, and write it down in a log. If the person tests negative, you may stop self-quarantining. Don’t take your temperature... • Within 30 minutes of eating, drinking, Practice Great Hygiene or exercising. Wash your hands frequently with soap • Within 6 hours of taking medications and water, or use alcohol-based hand san- that could lower your temperature, like itizer. acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or aspirin. Don’t touch your face. This is a lot harder than it sounds and requires con- Be alert for symptoms of COVID-19. scious effort. The average person touch- Call your healthcare provider if you have es their face 23 times an hour, and about a fever (temperature of 100.4°F or 38°C), half of the time, they’re touching their a dry cough, or trouble breathing. Let them mouth, eyes, or nose – the mucosal sur- know you’re coming. Before you go to the faces that COVID-19 infects. emergency room, urgent care clinic, or your Cover coughs and sneezes with the in- healthcare provider’s office, call and- de side of your elbow or upper arm. scribe your symptoms. They will tell you if Wipe down frequently touched surfaces you need to come in. Remember, if there’s a with disinfectant. News tog’omsuwiini (10) July 17, 2020

COMMUNITY KSUT erects new tower Pine River Shares updates and programs for the Pine River valley A new broadcast tower was erected, Thursday, We believe everyone can be a leader! July 16 at the Eddie Box Jr. Media Center – KSUT’s new Staff report dler, and Pediasure Grow & ing Victory Garden Boxes home. The antennas on the Pine River Shares Gain. If you can use any of as part of the Field to Fork new tower will broadcast this, message us or call our Project, working to increase KSUT’s signal to the HD Pine River Shares provides office and we can get it ready food production in the Pine Mountains, where it will then get distributed to numerous shared and supported lead- for pick up! You can also ask River Valley. The boxes are other tower sites. KSUT ership opportunities for all. for it at our Monday Food being distributed to peo- is expected to broadcast When leadership is shared, Share, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. ple who participate in PRS from its new home in early new leaders emerge and suc- PRS Youth Leaders pre- food support programs in September. ceed. Join our community pare to distribute food and communities throughout the leadership meeting Wednes- hygiene bags and gallon Pine River Valley. Four Corners Public Radio: day mornings at 9:30 – 11 jugs of water to elders at Thanks to all who con- • 90.1 FM – Durango & La a.m. Help us build healthy, the Upper Fruitland Chap- tributed to the effort: Igna- Plata County thriving communities. Kids ter House of the Navajo Na- cio High School woodshop • 89.3 FM – Central Durango • 88.1 FM – Farmington & welcome! Join Us. Make new tion where an outbreak of teacher Molly Turner who northwest New Mexico friends. Change the world! Covid-19 cases has prompt- re-purposed the old Igna- • 88.1 FM – Pagosa Springs Our weekly meetings are ed a nationwide curfew and cio High football stadium • 106.3 FM – Cortez, Mancos still happening! Join us via shelter in place order. bleachers into wood cuts & Montezuma County Zoom every Wednesday Pine River Shares rolls for 20 boxes, Robert Steck • 91.9 FM – Dolores morning at 9:30 a.m. You can out it’s first school distribu- of Bayfield who made and • 91.1 FM – Silverton take part from your phone tion during the health emer- bagged the soil, and the or computer. Call our office gency. 50 food bags and Manna Soup Kitchen and Worldwide at www.ksut.org at 970-884-6040 for info bags of pet food were given Pine River Garden Club and on iTunes Radio. courtesy Tami Graham/KSUT on how to get in on the call. out to Bayfield students and members who donated veg- We’d love to see you there! their families each week in etable sets and seeds. conjunction with Bayfield Pine River Shares Victory Recycle Room school meals. Garden Project contributed Where to listen to KSUT Tribal Radio Although our big un- PRS youth leaders dis- to a larger regional campaign veiling got waylaid by the tributed 45 family food bags called “Food for All”. For • KSUT Tribal Radio 91.3 FM (Ignacio) health crisis, a HUGE thank and pet food to Ignacio stu- more info go to www.good- • KUUT 89.7 FM (Farmington/n.w. N.M.) you to Life Church for all dents and their families per foodcollective.org/foodforall. their work rehabing our week while school lunches Grow now. Grow more. • KZNM 100.9 FM (Towaoc) Freecycle Room! were being handed out. Grow to share. We will keep Pine River Shares is final- PRS now hosts a weekly you posted as the gardens • www.KSUT.org (Streaming live) ly able to accept donations Food Share on Tuesdays, 11 grow! of bedding, housewares, a.m. -1 p.m., at ELHI Com- Did you know that we can and clothing (in season). munity Center. help with overdue energy We are limiting donations bills? Through a generous to two bags per household Before COVID ... grant from Energy Outreach at this time. Please leave 480 households received Colorado, Pine River Shares your donations in the re- food assistance each month is able to assist people liv- ceiving area we have set up After COVID ... ing in the Pine River Valley, inside our doors. Our desig- 935 households received who are struggling to get nated receiving time is on food assistance each month current on their electricity Wednesdays from 9 a.m. or propane bills. Call 970- - noon, but we can accept Thank you! Pine River 884-6040 for more info. donations whenever we are Valley community mem- here. Donations will be held bers, local organizations, Pine River Shares is a in a separate area for one and state-wide funders community-based leader- week before being put out whose generous support en- ship project that brings to- for the public. ables Pine River Shares to gether the knowledge, skills The Freecycle Room is meet the growing needs of and resources of people in open for shopping. Only our community during these the Pine River Valley to in- one family at a time will challenging times. crease our collective pow- be allowed. Masks are re- er and bring about positive quired to enter the building Field to Fork Program social change resulting in and hand sanitization is re- Pine River Shares volun- healthy, thriving Pine River quired prior to entry. Please teers have been busy build- Valley communities. call our office to make an appointment! Pine River Shares has ba- USDA Commodity Foods Days by (and bigger kid) supplies available. We have in stock: Drive-thru distribution wet wipes, diapers (size N, • July 27, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Bayfield) 1, 2, 3, 5, & 6), boy & girl • July 28, 10 a.m. – 12 noon (Arboles) pull-ups size 3t-4t & 4t-5t. • August 24, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Bayfield) We also have formula: Sim- • August 25, 10 a.m. – 12 noon (Arboles) ilac Sensitive powder (or- ange top), Similac Advance Serving people in the Pine River Valley (blue), Enfamil Nutramigen This institution is an equal opportunity provider. pre-mixed, Enfagrow Tod- FebruaryJuly 17, 1,2020 2019 tog’omsuwiini-suukus-chipikwag’atüsuwarog’omasuwiini (9) (11) NewsOdd

TRAFFIC CODE TRANSPORTATION Vehicle safety laws and you Click It or Ticket enforcement begins CDOT launches new campaign By Don Folsom Southern Ute Police Dept. Staff report belt can be a lifesaving de- COLORADO’S SEAT Colo. Dept. of Transportation cision. Drivers and passen- BELT LAWS The Southern Ute Tribe gers wearing seat belts are has updated the Traf- The Colorado Department much more likely to sur- • Adults – Colorado has a fic Code effective June 1, of Transportation (CDOT), vive a crash. It’s an easy secondary enforcement 2020. The laws that govern the Colorado State Patrol choice,” said CDOT Ex- law for adult drivers and your safety on the road are (CSP) and local law enforce- ecutive Director Shoshana front seat passengers. now making traveling saf- ment agencies statewide be- Lew. “Please remember to Drivers can be ticketed er for everyone traveling gin the Click It or Ticket seat buckle up and remind fel- for violating the seat belt within the boundaries of belt enforcement period. low drivers and passengers law if they are stopped for Southern Ute Indian Res- The summer enforce- to do the same.” another traffic violation. ervation. The new Civil ment period also marks the “Choosing to wear a seat • Teens – Colorado’s Grad- Traffic Code applies to all courtesy Colorado State Patrol Media Center launch of CDOT’s latest belt can be a lifesaving de- uated Drivers Licens- drivers, tribal members and to Tribal Court can be ex- of pain. Seat belts and child seat belt safety campaign, cision. Drivers and passen- ing (GDL) law requires non-tribal members. pensive. Failure to wear a restraints save people from Common Bond. The cam- gers wearing seat belts are all drivers under 18 and The seatbelt law is one of safety belt can be assessed pain and lessen the amount paign features a variety of much more likely to sur- their passengers, regard- the newest changes. Occu- $75 per person not wearing of pain in a crash. Protec- contrasting images to un- vive a crash. It’s an easy less of their age, to wear pant protection is now a pri- a safety belt. Failure to use tion can lower the amount derscore that, even though choice,” said CDOT Ex- seat belts. This is a prima- mary enforcement law pro- child restraint systems can of pain friends and family Coloradans hold passionate ecutive Director Shoshana ry enforcement, meaning tecting the driver, front seat set the driver back $75 per feel after a severe crash. opinions and may not agree Lew. “Please remember to teens can be pulled over passengers and children in child. Imagine three little Seat belts and restraints on everything, we can all buckle up and remind fel- simply for not wearing a safety seats until eight years ones under eight years of only work when people put get behind seat belts. low drivers and passengers seat belt or having pas- old. Seatbelts or child re- age playing a $225 game of them on properly and if they As a state, Colorado’s to do the same.” sengers without seat belts. straints are now the primary tag across the backseat. are used every time by ev- seat belt use rate currently “Unfortunately, there are • Children – Colorado’s or first reason why a vehicle Beyond the fines, viola- eryone. Studies have shown sits at 88% – slightly be- people who continue to be- Child Passenger Safety can be stopped for a traffic tion points are reported by that lives are saved, few- low the national average of lieve they do not need to law is a primary enforce- offense on the Southern Ute the Southern Ute Tribe to er people are hospitalized, 90%. The Common Bond fasten their seat belt. Some ment, meaning the driver Reservation. Just like thir- the Colorado Department and injuries are less severe campaign highlights that drivers think that because can be stopped and tick- ty-four states in our country, of Revenue to be assessed when they are protected despite our differences, the there is less traffic or they eted if an officer sees an vehicles are stopped by law against the driver’s license. during a crash. Airbags on- majority of Coloradans do are only traveling a short unrestrained or improp- enforcement when people Too many points and State ly work properly during buckle up. distance that seat belts are erly restrained child un- not being properly protected. of Colorado can call a driv- a crash when people are CDOT’s campaign is fea- not always necessary,” said der age 16 in the vehicle. Colorado state law has only er in for a license revoca- slowed and positioned by a tured on billboards, post- Col. Matthew Packard, chief the children needing safety tion hearing. The hearing properly working seatbelt. ers, bus tails, social me- of the CSP. “That couldn’t Fines for not buckling seats as a primary offense. officer will determine if a The updated Traffic Code, dia, and radio PSAs. To be further from the truth. up in Colorado start at $65, If a Southern Ute law en- driver’s license needs to be with a greater emphasis on view campaign materi- The reality is, 52% of colli- and parents or caregivers forcement officer observes suspended or revoked based safety, gives everyone an ad- als, visit: www.dropbox. sions occur within a 5-mile caught with an improperly a driver or a front seat pas- on the level of points. Keep ditional reason to think about com/sh/c1bu6ktdw79jkoa/ radius from home, and 69% restrained child can receive senger traveling in a vehicle in mind that insurance com- safety. Automotive safety al- AADcw32hHrh1OHN- occur within a 10-mile radi- a minimum fine of $82. without a seatbelt, it will be panies also keep track of the ways begins before you turn V26mCSWKga?dl=0 us of home. We hope every From 2013 to 2017, 30 chil- enough cause for them to points when they assess a the key. Be safe. dren aged 0 to 8 were killed in stop the vehicle and issue driver’s record for risk. The passenger vehicle crashes in the driver a civil citation higher the insurance risk Colorado. Among these, more for failure to wear a safe- (violation points), the high- than half were in an improp- ty belt. Children bouncing er the rate of insurance. erly used or installed car seat around the back seat with- What is the benefit to the – or no car seat at all. Parents out the proper restraint for Tribe? Simply put, safety. and caregivers can learn more their age or size will cause Fewer traffic deaths and about Colorado child passen- the driver to be stopped and a lowering of the severi- ger safety laws, recommenda- a civil citation issued for ty of injuries from crashes tions and recalls at CarSeats- failure to use child restraint benefits the Tribe. It is eas- In 2019, 196 unbuckled citation issued is a reminder Colorado.com. systems. Civil citations in- ier to understand in terms drivers and passengers were to always buckle up every killed in crashes in the state, time you enter a vehicle.” CLICK IT OR TICKET accounting for more than In 2019, the top five coun- half of the 377 total pas- ties with the lowest seat belt Click It or Ticket is a na- senger vehicle deaths. The use in Colorado were all rural, tionwide campaign from counties that had the most according to a CDOT study. NHTSA. Since Click It or unbuckled deaths in 2019 Ticket was introduced in Col- were Adams (25), Weld (23) Those counties include: orado in 2002, statewide seat and El Paso (15). • Moffat (71%) belt use has increased from In 2018, eight of the 216 • Cheyenne (74%) 72% to 86%. For more infor- unrestrained occupant fatal- • Pueblo (80%) mation about seat belt safe- ities involved children ages • Delta (81%) ty and enforcement citation 14 or younger. • Weld (81%) numbers, visit codot.gov/ “Choosing to wear a seat safety/seatbelts-carseats. EvenSports tog’omsuwiini-waiku-chipikwag’atüwawHchuwiini (8) (12) FebruaryJuly 17, 1,2020 2019

LITERACY Ignacio Community Library reopening! Staff report distanced appointments for ICL will be hosting a Ignacio Community Library people who want to learn Zoom meeting with Tim- how to use Zoom on their othy Wineguard, a profes- The fireworks are -defi computer or smartphone so sor of history and political nitely flying for us here at that they can better access science at Colorado Mesa the library this month, be- meetings and other events University, and author of a cause we are reopening! On that are taking place in our new novel The Mosquito: Wednesday, July 1 the Ig- post-coronavirus world. A Human History of Our nacio Community Library If you would like to learn Deadliest Predator. unlock their doors to the how to use Zoom and would There will be a meeting public, and excited to see like to make an appoint- ID for this Zoom meeting their patrons once again, ment during the month of published in August’s news- Joel Priest/Special to the Drum but there will be some reg- July please call the library letter, as well as made avail- Ignacio’s Joe Garcia (23) looks for running room during the Bobcats’ 2019 season-finale ulations we must follow. at 970-563-9287 and ask able on our website for any- in distant La Jara against Southern Peaks Conference powerhouse Centauri. Remaining socially dis- for Andrew Hutchinson! one interested. Come join in tant, plexie sneeze guards, Feel free to also email him this meeting as Mr. Wine- BOBCATS FOOTBALL masks, and limiting the at ahutchinson@ignaccioli- guard discusses his book amount of daily patrons brary.org and all sorts of other inter- may all be present when esting facts about a small we open our doors, but we Summer Reading organism that has had such Talkin’ Tiki: Garcia hyped to will do our best to make the Hey all you adults! The a large impact on human transition as easy as possi- kids are beating you this history! play in Hawaii ble for everyone. summer! So don’t forget Please visit our website, you can log the books you Bobcat senior selected for end-of-year showcase ignaciolibrary.org, or Face- read on the READsquared book page to see any up- app too. The more you read By Joel Priest established or emerging, me, asking for me ... like, dates and to read through the more prizes you could Special to the Drum hoping to see and be seen. ‘Is this Joseph Garcia from a more detailed plan of our be eligible to win! Count Ignacio senior Joe Ignacio Football?’ and stuff. reopening. You can still register, call Half a century after first Garcia amongst preps nation- I said ‘Yes’ and they sent us or visit our website under fielding any sort of intercol- wide hoping to play for such me all the information and, Interested in learning the Summer Reading tab. legiate athletic squad, the a gridiron mind, both after like, all their flyers, an - in how to use Zoom? University of Mary brass graduation, but also sooner vite and everything. Then I Throughout the month Coming in August... certainly began generating than that – as a chosen partic- just showed my mom and of July the ICL will be of- Mosquito Talk, Saturday, appropriate and optimistic ipant for the 2021 Hawaii Ti- we went from there.” fering in-person, socially August 8 at 11 a.m. buzz about Bismarck, N.D., ki Bowl in Honolulu, the is- Confirmed as a pick for back in February when an- land’s state capital. the invitation-only specta- nouncing Mike Van Diest “There’s opportunities,” cle, Garcia will be one of po- had been added to Marauder Garcia stated Monday eve- tentially 70 senior all-stars Football’s coaching staff. ning, July 13. “There’s go- (up to 35 on each team) suit- And even as an assistant, ing to be a lot of college ing up for the Jan. 3 kickoff his acquisition was most no- coaches. Plus I’ve nev- inside historic Aloha Stadi- table. er been to Hawaii, and my um – home of the NCAA A six-time NAIA Nation- family gets to come with Division I Hawaii Rainbow al Champion (2002, 2003, me. Quite a bit of my fam- Warriors, former base of the 2004, 2005, 2007 and 2010) ily’s going – cousins and National Football League’s and two-time Runner-up stuff, uncles.” Pro Bowl, and site of the (2008, 2011) skipper, Van Factoring in the football, 2020-revived Hula Bowl. A Diest molded Carroll Col- the holidays, and even birth- collegiate all-star clash, Van lege into a Montana menace, day celebrations during the Diest had coached in that and retired in 2018 after two trip for youngest siblings contest’s 60th installment dominant decades in charge. Marquise and De’vra Rich- back in early 2006. Including an intimidating ards, and the extensive Dec. Each Tiki Bowl side will 35-8 postseason record, Van 30, 2020-Jan. 4, 2021 ex- be coached by two colle- Diest’s Fighting Saints went cursion should be one the giate coaches, and amongst an amazing 203-54 overall whole family won’t forget. those also previously invit- – figures ultimately leading But despite being some- ed to lead have been NJ- the four-time AFCA NAIA what familiar with both the CAA legend – and former Coach-of-the-Year, whose style of event and processes St. Louis Cardinal defen- collegiate coaching career be- controlling it from his U.S. sive tackle – Mark Duda of gan in 1976 as a graduate as- National Team tryout ex- Lackawanna (Pa.) College, sistant for Fiesta Bowl-bound perience in Texas last sum- and St. Ambrose (Iowa) Wyoming, to the NAIA Hall mer, Garcia said the Tiki University’s Mike Magis- of Fame just last year. Bowl – plus its associated trelli, whose appearance in Pretty easy to see why team-building and sight-see- the 2020 Tiki Bowl was his the man was still in demand ing activities – was a concept seventh to date. – whether as an NCAA Di- completely alien to him. And speaking of the cur- vision II orchestrator or a “I actually didn’t know rent calendar year, 2020 high-school instructor/eval- anything about it,” he ad- uator, and by players either mitted. “But a coach texted Garcia page 16

Ignacio School District Athletic Physicals Good for next year’s Middle School and High School athletes in the 2020-2021 sports seasons (Grades 6-12)

July 31 at the Ignacio Middle School from 8 a.m. to 12 Noon. The cost of the physicals is $30.

• You must sign up for an appointment time online at www.ignacioschools.org • Please fill out one form per student. • Hand sanitizing stations and masks will be provided.

For more information call Chris deKay at 970-563-4315. Source: www.ignacioschools.org

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: SPORTS PRACTICE FIELDS AND COURTS In order for you to get on a practice field or court, you must complete the following things.

1. You must have a physical within the last year on file at the school. You may also scan upload them. 2. You must have enrolled for school and agree to all of the activity agreements through Infinite Campus portal.

Follow instructions below to fill out the necessary CHSAA sign up in arbiter athlete. To create an account on ArbiterAthlete & follow IGNACIO HIGH SCHOOL from your phone, text S41670 to 69274. Or you can go to the following link. Make sure to choose Ignacio High School. https://www.arbiterathlete.com. Your parents only have to link (posted below), if you are transferring into Ignacio from another school.

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TRIBAL OBITUARIES COMMUNITY GREETINGS

Carlos Herrera. Later in life, she would Local students qualify to compete at marry Guy Pinnecoose Jr. and have a son, world’s largest rodeo Marvin Pinnecoose. In her late years, she found company and love with Fred Gon- Keegan Schurman a senior and Karley zalez. Leona was very proud of all her Pollock a junior of Ignacio High School grandchildren: Nicholas Herrera, Rylan have earned a position on the Colorado Herrera, Breanna Pinnecoose, Shyden state National High School rodeo team and Pinnecoose, Steven Herrera Jr., Antonio will be traveling with fellow teammate Bodie Herrera, Angela Herrera, Carlos Herrera, Hine a sophomore On the New Mexico Christina Herrera and Victoria Torres and State National Team to Guthrie, Oklahoma, great-grandson Davian Richards. July 17-23 to compete at the 72nd annual Leona worked for the Southern Ute National High School Finals Rodeo in the Tribal Credit Program and Property & Team Roping Supply, but she was very proud of her years spent as the General Manager for the Pino Nuche Restaurant and Gener- al Manager of Sky Ute Bingo. For rec- reation, Leona was fond of photography, beadwork, pottery & ceramics, camping and fishing. Leona also taught First Ho- ly Communion at the Ignacio Catholic PINNECOOSE – Leona Red Pinne- church and helped establish the faith of coose, a Southern Ute tribal member was many people through Sunday classes. born on December 16, 1948 to Naomi Services were held Thursday, July 9, Rabbit and Virgil Red. She was born at 2020 at Hood Mortuary Chapel, 1261 Taylor Hospital in Ignacio Colorado. Le- E. Third Ave. Durango, CO. In order to ona lived a very fruitful life with many ac- practice social distancing, extended fam- complishments and died at the age of 72. ily and friends were encouraged to pay Leona was part of a large family, which their respects during the visitation. Im- consisted of 3 brothers: Irving Red, Ivan mediate family were invited to attend Red and Bryce Red and 6 sisters: Dona a Memorial Mass. All who attend were Rock, Vera Red, Marietta Red, Daniella asked to wear a face mask. Those who Howe, Etta Frost, and Ula Gregory. In choose not to attend in person, can watch her early years, she married Felix Chano the service via live stream: https://www. Herrera and was blessed with 3 children: youtube.com/results?search_query=- Steven Herrera, Richard Herrera, and HOOD+MORTUARY

In The Southern Ute Tribal Court Of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe • On the Southern Ute Reservation PO Box 737 #18, 149 CR 517, Ignacio, CO • 970-563-0240 Southern Ute Education Department NOTICE OF PROBATE NOTICE OF PROBATE In the Estate Of, In the Estate Of, Online Educational Resources Ella Mae McCook, Deceased Case No.: 2020-0068-CV-PR Case No.: 2020-0079-CV-PR Chandler Herrera, Deceased The Southern Ute Education Department has compiled an abundance of online Notice to: Heirs, devisees, legatees, creditors Notice to: Heirs, devisees, legatees, creditors education resources or you, the membership! We have organized a variety of resources and all other persons claiming an interest in and all other persons claiming an interest in for adult learners, youth, parents and even wellness. Resources will be updated and said estate: The Southern Ute Indian Tribe of said estate: The Southern Ute Indian Tribe of added every Wednesday. Please use this resource to learn while you and your family the Southern Ute Indian Reservation, Ignacio, the Southern Ute Indian Reservation, Ignacio, are at home. Take the opportunity to strengthen your knowledge in financial literacy, CO: Greetings: Take notice that a petition has CO: Greetings: Take notice that a petition has business writing, GED math, or resume writing. Use this resource to connect your been filed in this cause, alleging that the above been filed in this cause, alleging that the above student to eduational games, literacy, math and social studies resources. Or, look at decedent died leaving certain assets, and asking decedent died leaving certain assets, and ask- for the determination of heirs of said decedent, ing for the determination of heirs of said dece- the wellness resources to manage stress during an uncertain time. the administration of said estate including the dent, the administration of said estate includ- You can access these resources on out website in “Online resources” at allowing of creditors of said decedent and for ing the allowing of creditors of said decedent www.southernute-nsn.gov/education/. distribution thereof. You are notified that said and for distribution thereof. You are notified Thank you, and we hope this supports your education at a distance. cause will be set for hearing before the Tribal that said cause will be set for hearing before Court at the above address on AUGUST 10, the Tribal Court at the above address on AU- 2020 at 10:00 AM. All persons having claims GUST 11, 2020 at 10:00 AM. 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The Court The newspaper will continue to be published electronically, and is available as ceed to hear the matter at the date and time set will proceed to hear the matter at the date and an e-Edition PDF at www.sudrum.com/eEditions/ above, or such later time to which the matter time set above, or such later time to which the shall be continued and to make the determina- matter shall be continued and to make the de- tion therein necessary. termination therein necessary. The Southern Ute Drum will adhere to the publication schedules and deadlines for Dated this 9th of July, 2020 Dated this 26th of June, 2020. 2020, in order to get relevant news and information out to the Southern Ute tribal Marlene Price, Deputy Court Clerk Paula Trujillo, Deputy Court Clerk membership, tribal departments and community in the best, and most efficient, way possible going forward! 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Notice: The Southern Ute Tribal Court THE SOUTHERN UTE DRUM A biweekly newspaper owned and operated by the Southern Ute Indian Tribe will begin accepting email filing Drum on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation in Ignacio, Colo.

For Email Filing: I am pleased to announce to all clients, Southern Ute SUBSCRIPTION RATES: $29 per year • $49 two years Deadline PHONE: 970-563-0100 • DIRECT: 970-563-0118 practicing attorneys and to the general public Tribal Court will now have the option TOLL FREE: 1-800-772-1236 • FAX: 970-563-0391 to file documents with the Court by using the following email address tribalcourt@ MAILING ADDRESS southernute-nsn.gov. This will include all documents related to an open case. Next issue The Southern Ute Drum: PO Box 737 #96, Ignacio, CO 81137 Petitions can be filed but will be held until payment is received before the case is opened, or a motion to waive fees accompanies the petition for the assigned judge PHYSICAL ADDRESS to waive the fee. This email address will be used to file all documents in an open July 31 356 Ouray Drive, Leonard C. Burch Building, Ignacio, CO 81137 current case. New petitions for a new case can be filed at this email address. New STAFF EXTENSIONS & EMAIL ADDRESSES petitions will be held until payment is received. Deadline The Southern Ute Drum ([email protected]) If no payment has been received within 10 days the petition will be returned to Jeremy Shockley • Editor, ext. 2255 ([email protected]) the sender. If filing a motion to waive the filing fee it must accompany the petition Robert Ortiz • Composition Tech., ext. 2253 ([email protected]) July 27 McKayla Lee • Reporter/Photographer, ext. 2252 ([email protected]) and be approved by the judge before it is accepted into the record. No filing fee is Trennie Collins • Admin. Assistant/PR Coordinator, ext. 2251 ([email protected]) needed to file a Petition to Probate. Documents for open current cases and new cases can still be filed by faxing to 970-563-9570. Articles, photos, The Southern Ute Drum does not assume responsibility for unsolicited advertisements, public material and does not guarantee publication upon submission. New petitions will be held until payment is received. If no payment has been notices, letters and greetings received within 10 days the petition will be returned to the sender. If filing a motion may be submitted in person, Published biweekly and mailed 1st class from Ignacio, Colo. Printed by the Farmington Daily Times in Farmington, N.M. to waive the filing fee, it must accompany the petition and be approved by the by mail, or by email to: The Southern Ute Drum is a member of the Native American Journalists Association, judge before it is accepted into the record. [email protected] the Society of Professional Journalism and the Colorado Press Association. Notices tog’omsuwiini-wachuku-chipikwag’atü (14) July 17, 2020

NOTICE OF DRAFT Notice of Intent to Issue Clean Air Act Title V Operating Permit And Request For Comment Minor New Source Review Permit Notice is hereby given that four Title V operating The Air Quality Program (AQP) has prepared permit renewal applications have been submitted the draft Title V operating permits based on the to the Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s Environmental information submitted by the applicants. The United States Environmental Protection Agency Programs Division’s Air Quality Program for the draft permits and accompanying statement of ba- following sources of air pollution: sis are available on the AQP’s website at https:// Region 8, Air and Radiation Division www.southernute-nsn.gov/justice-and-regula- • Applicant: Red Cedar Gathering Co. tory/epd/air-quality/public-comments/, and at Take notice that the United States free) or 303-312-6095 (locally)]. Facility: Arkansas Loop and Simpson Treat- the Environmental Programs Division office at Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. ing Plants. Section 1, T32N R9W, 9.3 miles 71 Mike Frost Way, Ignacio CO, 81137 between EPA) has received an application for a All comments received on or before southwest of Ignacio, Colo. This source is a 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Any revised minor new source review (MNSR) the end of the public comment period natural gas production field facility interested person may submit written comments • Applicant: Red Cedar Gathering Co. on the draft permit and request a hearing. Writ- permit that regulates air pollution will be considered in arriving at a final Facility: Jaques Compressor Station. Section ten comments and requests for hearings may emissions from the following source decision on the permit. The final permit 26, T33N R8W, 4.1 miles southwest of Igna- be sent to the AQP in care of Danny Powers, located within the Southern Ute Indian is a public record that can be obtained cio, Colo. This source is a natural gas produc- Air Quality Program Manager, at P.O. Box 737 Reservation, La Plata County, Colorado: upon request. A statement of reasons tion and compression facility MS#84, Ignacio, Colorado 81137; or emailed for changes made to the proposed • Applicant: Red Cedar Gathering Co. to [email protected]. Any hear- Facility: Sambrito Compressor Station. Sec- ing request should: 1) identify the individual Red Cedar Gathering Company permit and responses to all significant tion 3, T32N R6W, 9.1 miles southeast of or group requesting the hearing, 2) state his or South Ignacio Central Delivery Point comments received will be sent to all Ignacio, Colo. This source is a natural gas her address and phone number, and 3) state the Latitude 37.053917, persons who submitted comments and compression facility reason(s) for the request. Notice of any pub- Longitude -107.625222 contact information on the proposed • Applicant: Red Willow Production Co. lic hearing will be provided at least 30 days in La Plata County, Colorado permit, or who requested notice of the Facility: Jaques Compressor Station. Section advance of the hearing. The AQP will consider 26, T33N R8W, 4.1 miles southwest of Ig- the written public comments and requests for a final permit decision. nacio, Colo. This source is a produced water hearing that are received within 30 days of this The U.S. EPA issues Clean Air Act (CAA) If you believe any conditions in the gathering and injection facility notice (July 17, 2020). minor new source review permits in proposed permit are inappropriate, or Indian country under Part 49 of Title that our initial decision to prepare the 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations permit is inappropriate, you must raise REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (40 CFR Part 49), where EPA has not all reasonably ascertainable issues and approved a tribe to implement a new submit all reasonably ascertainable Southern Ute Indian Housing Authority source review program. arguments supporting your position by The purpose of this proposed permit the end of the public comment period. The Southern Ute Indian Housing Authority audit year. Approximate 50 days, from Year in Ignacio, CO is accepting proposals for the End to Final Audit Report! SUIHA currently action is to, at the Permittee’s request, Any supporting materials that you submit Fiscal Years 2020/2021 Financial Audit. The uses Aliba and HDS software. SUIHA has 111 remove facility-wide hazardous air must be included in full and may not be audit will include an audit of accounts and Low Rental Units and 2 Mutual Help Units. pollutant (HAP) and formaldehyde incorporated by reference, unless they records of the Southern Ute Indian Housing The SUIHA receives an annual Indian Hous- emissions limitations, relax monitoring are already part of the administrative Authority (SUIHA) for two 12-month periods ing Block Grant of approximately 1.1 million. and testing requirements for the rich- docket for this permit proceeding or ending September 30, 2020 and September 30, Qualified firms shall be experienced in Public 2021. In accordance with Government Audit Housing Agency Audits, particularly in Indian burn compressor engine and remove consist of State, Tribal, or Federal standards and the auditing and reporting provi- Housing. We would like to negotiate a 2 year carbon monoxide (CO) and/or HAP statutes and regulations, EPA documents sions of the applicable Housing and Urban De- contract. Preference will be given to Indian emissions limitations for seven other of general availability, or other generally velopment Audit Guide for the Lower Income Owned Business. existing compressor engines and two available referenced materials. Housing Programs for use by Independent Proposals must be submitted to the Hous- triethylene glycol dehydrators. As a All comments received will be included Public Accountants, the provisions of OMB ing Authority by July 24, 2020, 12:00 p.m. Circular A-133, 2CFR200 and GASB34. Basic Mountain time. result of the proposed permit revision, in the public docket without change Financial Statements are to be prepared by the the source will become major source and will be available to the public, Auditor in accordance with General Accepted For additional information, please contact: of CO for the Prevention of Significant including any personal information Accounting Principles (GAAP). This includes Eric Spady, Executive Director Determination permit program at 40 provided, unless the comment includes assistance with electrical submitting to Federal Southern Ute Indian Housing Authority CFR 52.21, and a major source of HAP Confidential Business Information (CBI) Audit Clearing House. Onsite visit must take P.O. Box 447 place on or before November 9th of current au- Ignacio, CO 81137 emissions, such that it will become or other information whose disclosure dit year. The Final Audit MUST be completed 970-563-4575 subject to the requirements of the is restricted by statute. Information that and issued by November 30th of the current E-Mail: [email protected] National Emissions Standards for is considered to be CBI or otherwise Hazardous Air Pollutants at 40 CFR protected should be clearly identified part 63, subparts ZZZZ and HH, which as such and should not be submitted are equivalent to the requirements through e-mail. If a commenter sends Southern Ute Tribal Members Needed contained in the current effective MNSR e-mail directly to the EPA, the e-mail For Wildlife Advisory Board Vacancies permit. This proposed permit does address will be automatically captured not authorize the construction of any and included as part of the public The Tribe is seeking enrolled Southern Ute Tribal Members to fill TWO seats on the Tribal Member Wildlife Advisory Board. The 8-member Board works closely with the Wildlife Di- new emission sources, nor emission comment. Please note that an e-mail or vision on planning and recommending actions related to tribal hunting and fishing programs. increases from existing units. postal address must be provided with Board members not already employed by the Tribe receive $20 per hour of meeting attendance. Members of the public may review a copy comments if the commenter wishes to Meetings are held roughly on a quarterly basis throughout the year, and a commitment to attend of the proposed permit (permit number: receive direct notification of EPA’s final and participate in all meetings is expected. Interested Tribal Members must submit a brief letter SMNSR-SU-000031-2019.004) prepared decision regarding the proposed permit. of interest that includes a description of the applicant’s knowledge and experience with wildlife, hunting, or fishing, on and off of the Southern Ute Reservation. In addition, as a condition of by the EPA, the technical support Any interested person may request a appointment to the Board, applicants must submit a standard job application through the Tribe’s document for the proposed permit, the public hearing on the proposed permit. Human Resources Department, as well as agree to a State of Colorado background check. Please application, and all supporting materials, The request must be submitted in writing submit letters to the Southern Ute Wildlife Division at P.O. Box 737, Ignacio CO 81137. For at the U.S. EPA Region 8 Technical and must state the nature of the issues more information, please contact the Wildlife Division at (970) 563-0130. Letters of interest will Library, at 1595 Wynkoop Street, 2nd proposed to be raised at the hearing. The be accepted through Friday, August 14, 2020. floor, Denver, Colorado 80202-1129. All request should be addressed to Suman documents will be available for review Kunwar, Air and Radiation Division, Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. Air Permitting and Monitoring Branch to 4:00 p.m. (excluding federal holidays). (8ARD-PM), U.S. EPA, Region 8, 1595 To obtain information, please contact Wynkoop Street, Denver, CO 80202- Suman Kunwar at 303-312-6095. Please 1129. Public hearing requests must be be aware that government identification received by the EPA on or before the with a picture, such as a driver’s license, end of the public comment period. The is required to enter the EPA building. EPA will hold a hearing whenever there The proposed permit, technical support is, on the basis of requests, a significant document, and supporting materials are degree of public interest in a proposed also available for review in hardcopy MNSR permit. The EPA may also hold a and electronically at the following public hearing at its discretion, whenever, location: Southern Ute Indian Tribe, for instance, such a hearing might clarify Environmental Programs Division, one or more issues involved in the MNSR Ignacio, Colorado 81137, Phone: 970- permit decision. 563-2265. The EPA will proceed with final permit Electronic copies of the proposed issuance consistent with the proposed permit, technical support document, permit action. In accordance with and all supporting materials are also 40 CFR §49.159, the final permit available for review on EPA Region becomes effective 30 days after permit 8 website at: https://www.epa.gov/ issuance, unless: (1) a later effective caa-permitting/caa-permit-public- date is specified in the permit; or (2) the comment-opportunities-region-8. permit decision is appealed to EPA’s The public comment period on this Environmental Appeals Board pursuant proposed permit action will begin on to 40 CFR §124.19; or (3) no comments June 19, 2020 and will end on July 20, resulted in a change to the proposed 2020. All comments should be addressed permit or a denial of the permit, in which to Suman Kunwar, Air and Radiation case the EPA may make the final permit Division, Air Permitting and Monitoring effective immediately upon issuance. Branch (8ARD-PM), U.S. EPA, Region The EPA will add the final MNSR permit 8, 1595 Wynkoop Street, Denver, CO to a list of final MNSR permit actions 80202-1129, or submitted electronically which is posted on the EPA Region by email at [email protected], or 8 website at http://www.epa.gov/ to [email protected], or through caa-permitting/caa-permits-issued- https://www.regulations.gov, Docket ID epa-region-8. Anyone may request a #(EPA-R08-OAR-2019-0290). copy of the final MNSR permit at any [We have been informed that Regulations. time by contacting the Region 8 Air gov is temporarily routing users to the Permitting and Monitoring Branch at beta version of their site. The direct link to 1-800-227-8917 or sending an email to the permit docket above may redirect you [email protected] to the beta site main page. To access the If you would like to be added to our Red Cedar South Ignacio Central Delivery mailing list to be informed of future point permit docket on either Regulations. actions on this or other CAA permits gov or the beta site, please use the issued in Indian country, please send search box provided and enter the docket your name and address to Tribal Air number for this permit action: EPA- Permitting Contact, Air Permitting and R08-OAR-2019-0290. For assistance in Monitoring Branch (8ARD-PM), U.S. Visit the Drum online at www.sudrum.com accessing the docket, the eRulemaking EPA Region 8, 1595 Wynkoop Street, Help Desk will be available during normal Denver, CO 80202-1129, or by e-mail to To view the latest issue www.sudrum.com/eEditions/ working hours at 1-877-378-5457 (toll [email protected]. July 17, 2020 tog’omsuwiini-manüku-chipikwag’atü (15) Classifieds

Southern Ute Growth Fund • Job announcements Southern Ute Indian Tribe • Job announcements Please visit our website at www.sugf.com/jobs.asp for full job details and to apply online. Visit the the tribe’s website at www.southernute-nsn.gov/jobs for complete job descriptions. Tribal Member employment preference • Must pass pre-employment drug test/background check. If you need help filling out an online application, please come the Human Resources office Southern Ute Growth Fund, Human Resources • P.O. Box 367 • Ignacio, CO and we are happy to assist you on our applicant computer stations. Phone: 970-563-5064 • Job hotline: 970-563-5024. ALL EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS ARE TO BE SUBMITTED ONLINE Applicants and employees, be sure the HR Dept. has your current contact information on Assistant Controller – Red Willow Produc- ability to work with others in a team oriented file. Human Resources accepts applications for temporary employment on an ongoing basis. tion Co. (Ignacio, CO) environment to develop processes and solve Southern Ute Indian Tribe, Human Resources • P.O. Box 737 - Ignacio, CO 81137 Closes 7/17/20 – Assisting the Red Willow problems. Must have solid computer experi- Phone: 970-563-0100 ext. 2424 • Fax: 970-563-0302 • Hotline: 970-563-4777 Production Company (RWPC) Controller as ence including strong working knowledge of directed in managing all accounting functions, Microsoft Windows, MS Word and MS Excel. Caseworker II Psycho-social educational classes for youth as to include establishing and maintaining Red Must have valid drivers’ license and be insur- Closes 7/23/20 – An advanced level position assigned by clinical supervisor. cCase manage- Willow’s accounting principles, practices, and able under RWPC’s vehicle insurance policy. that requires knowledge of the theories, princi- ment activities and/or counseling services in- procedures; managing monthly accounting Must pass criminal history background check ples, and concepts of social casework practice volving assigned adults and juveniles. This po- tasks including AR, AP, general ledger man- and pre-employment drug test. (assessment and treatment oriented) related to sition is both Tribal funded and grant funded. agement, and generation of financial state- all of the assigned program areas, including Full time status is contingent on grant funding. ments; bank reconciliations and cash man- Operations Forman – Aka Energy (Platte- child and adult protection services. Pay grade Pay grade 20; $48,898/year. agement; calculation and payment of taxes; ville, CO) 20; $48,898/year. establishing and maintaining credit records; Closes 7/28/20 – Assist and support the Area Grounds Maintenance Worker assisting in the preparation and reconciliation Manager in all aspects of plant operations. Co- Education Counselor Open Until Filled – Performs daily grounds of annual financial statements, and reporting ordination and oversight of all plant related ac- Closes 7/23/20 – A professional level position maintenance and repair of the Tribal grounds as required. Supervises the joint interest bill- tivities, cost tracking, safety and environmen- responsible for providing counseling services and buildings. Pay grade 13; $12/hour. ing function in the accounting department. tal compliance, gas treating and processing, to students and their families at the Southern Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in including supervision of the plant operations Ute Indian Montessori Academy. Effective Licensed Behavioral Health Therapist – Na- Accounting, Finance or similar discipline plus personnel assigned to the facility. Minimum development and delivery of counseling, ther- tive Connections seven years relevant full-time work experience Qualifications: High school diploma or GED apeutic and educational services that help stu- Open Until Filled – Under general supervision in the oil and gas industry including progres- equivalent is required. Working knowledge of dents and families overcome issues that may of the Program Director, provides behavioral sively responsible and varied assignments and OSHA, PSM, and environmental regulations impede students’ educational success. Works health treatment in the Native Connections five years in accounting. Must have experience applicable to gas gathering and processing with children birth-13 years old in the context grant program. Will work exclusively with with basic accounting tasks including process- facilities. Must be able to communicate effec- of family, school, peer, and community sys- youth up to age 24, and their families, as part of ing of accounts payable and accounts receiv- tively with all levels of the organization. Must tems, using a family systems orientation. Pay the Native Connections grant project. Will in- able, management of AFEs, reconciliation of have ten years’ experience in natural gas com- grade 18; $39,434/year. clude mental health and dual diagnosis services general ledger accounts, bank reconciliation pression equipment, natural gas cryogenic pro- provided within the Southern Ute Health Cen- and cash management, development of finan- cessing, and control system operation. Super- Tribal Services Director ter, patient homes, schools, and the community cial statements, and management and regula- visory experience is required. Must be able to Closes 7/24/20 – A professional management as needed to address patient needs. Continued tory reporting. Must have basic understanding interpret plant drawings and schematics. Must position with overall responsibility for the employment is contingent upon renewed grant of oil and gas industry business concepts and have working knowledge of Microsoft Word management and supervision of a variety of funding. Pay grade 22; $61,872/year. processes, including, but not limited to: joint and Excel programs. Must be willing to assist human service-related programs providing ser- interest owner accounting, royalty payments, others, learn new skills, and participate in a vices for Southern Ute Indian Tribal Members. Lifeguard (Full-Time) depreciation and depletion methods, asset productive team environment. Must maintain Pay grade 24. Open Until Filled – Lifeguard activities at impairments and asset retirement obligations. appropriate certification in First Aid and chem- the Community Recreation Center swimming Must have five years supervisory experience in ical storage and handling. Must be available to Air Quality Analyst pool, in accordance with the guidelines estab- a business office environment including expe- work overtime and weekend duty as needed. Open Until Filled – Under general supervision lished and approved by Fitness Director and/ rience in hiring and training personnel. Must Must live within a 50-mile radius of the des- of the Air Quality Program Manager, provides or Community Center Director. Pay grade 12; have demonstrated strong attention to detail ignated Field Office. Must have valid driver’s oversight and management of the Air Quality $10.91/hour. and accuracy in the workplace. Must have license for state of residency and be insurable Monitoring Program and technical assistance demonstrated ability to reconcile issues and under the Aka Energy vehicle insurance poli- to the Air Quality Planning and Assessment Patrol Officer solve problems in accounting or finance data cy. Must pass a pre-employment drug test and team within the Tribal Air Quality Program. Open Until Filled – Patrols the Southern Ute records and computations. Must have proven criminal history background check. Pay grade 19; $21.32/hour. Indian Reservation and is responsible for pre- serving the life and property of all citizens Clinical Supervisor within the Tribal Community. Pay grade 19; Open Until Filled – A senior level position that $21.32/hour. provides Clinical Supervision to staff Case- SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN TRIBE workers providing a full range of intake and/or Physical Education Teacher ongoing social casework services for a variety Open Until Filled – A professional teaching po- Utilities Division Fluoride Survey of program areas such as child abuse and ne- sition with the Private Education Department. glect cases, youth-in-conflict cases, and adults An employee in this position uses the Montes- The Southern Ute Utilities Division is inviting customers to take part in a survey on unable to protect their own interests. Provides sori philosophy to provide Southern Ute Indian the addition of artificial fluoride to the public drinking water supply. The survey can be clinical supervision and oversees Family Pres- Montessori Academy students with a devel- found on the Southern Ute Utilities Division website at: ervation and the Foster Care Program Coordi- opmentally appropriate learning environment nator. Pay grade 22; $61,872/year. meeting the physical, social/emotional, cogni- tive, and cultural needs of the child. Commu- www.suitutil.com/2020/06/18/water-fluoridation-survey/ Community Health Representative nicate effectively with parents/guardians about ⁣ Open Until Filled – Providing assistance and their child’s progress in each domain area, The survey will end on July 17, 2020. Results of the survey will help the staff obtain a the coordination and development of activities primarily in the context of Physical Education. better community view on the addition of fluoride to the public drinking water supply. for elderly and physically or mentally disabled This position is paid on the Education Scale. For questions related to the artificial fluoride or the survey, please contact the Southern Tribal Members. Performs community health duties to include patient transport and monitor- Physical Therapist (Part-time w/benefits) Ute Utilities Division at 970-563-5500. ing, home visits, conducting classes, and pro- Open Until Filled – A professional position viding community education on Tribal health within the Department of Private Education. issues. Home Care may include house clean- An employee in this position works with ing, personal hygiene, preparing meals, and Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy stu- other health and wellness related activities. Pay dents in need of physical therapy services. Pay grade 13; $12/hour. grade 20; $23.51/hour.

Detention Division Head Social Services Division Head Open Until Filled – Under general supervision Open Until Filled – Day-to-day operation of the Justice and Regulatory Department Di- and management of the Southern Ute Tribal rector, plans, organizes, directs, and reviews Social Services Division, in accordance with the administrative activities of the Southern Ute the guidelines (fiscal, philosophical and - pro Detention Program and Facility. Pay grade 24. grammatic) established and approved by the Tribal Council. Manages programs and ser- Detention Officer vices including child/adult welfare protective Open Until Filled – Under general supervision services, family, group and individual therapy, of the Detention Sergeant, maintains the safety BIA General Assistance, Low Income Energy and welfare of inmates and visitors and mon- Assistance Program, Title IV B-Foster Care itors all activities within the detention center. program, Colorado State Human Services and Pay grade 17; $17.20/hour. related Programs and Contract/Grants. Pay grade 23; $69,597.00/year. Elementary Teacher Open Until Filled – A professional teaching TEAM Worker FLC TRIO Talent Search Programs position with the Private Education Dept. Uses Southern Ute Tribal Member only. The TEAM the Montessori philosophy to provide Southern program is an opportunity for enrolled South- The Fort Lewis College TRIO Talent Search Programs is seeking applicants for the Ute Indian Montessori Academy students with ern Ute Tribal Members to find temporary em- following position: Academic Advisor for Ignacio and Pagosa Springs Schools a developmentally appropriate learning envi- ployment within the various departments of For detailed job information including minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications, ronment meeting the physical, social/emotional, the Southern Ute Indian Tribe. This is for both cognitive, and cultural needs of the child. Com- part-time and full-time temporary positions. required competencies, conditions of employment, and the online application process, municate effectively with parents/guardians please visit www.fortlewis.edu/jobs and go to the Employment Opportunities page, about their child’s progress in each domain area. TERO Worker then click on Administrative Professional, then the appropriate job link. Fort Lewis Position is paid on the Education Scale. This position is under the supervision of the College is an AA/EEO employer. TERO office. It is an opportunity for enrolled Family Court Caseworker Southern Ute Tribal Members and other local Open Until Filled – Providing guardian ad li- Native Americans to find temporary employ- tem, special advocacy, parent coordination, ment within the various departments of the and mediation services as assigned through Southern Ute Indian Tribe. This is for both House for Sale • Asking $174,000 Court appointment and clinical supervisor. part-time and full-time temporary positions.

3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, Cedar Point, Sagebrush Ave., Ignacio, CO. Living room has laminate wood floor, carpet in bedrooms, back yard fenced, one shed with electric hook up, sprinkler system works for front yard. Serious inquires only, leave message BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS 970-563-3161. Southern Ute Agency

The Southern Ute Agency offices are closed to the public, however work is continuing Hay For Sale to Tribal Members to operate as “business as usual” with staggered staff schedules. The offices can be reached by email or calling the numbers posted. The Office of Natural Resource Revenue (ONRR) is still operating, processing 2014’s and payments, including The Southern Ute Tribe’s Agriculture Division has a limited amount of hay for sale to processing distributions. Have any questions or concerns? Contact the offices below: Tribal members. This hay is being produced on a parcel of Tribal land managed by the • For official business related to the Southern Ute BIA Office, please call: 970- Agriculture Division. The hay is about 50% alfalfa mixed with grass. It will be baled in 759-1257 for assistance small-square bales weighing approximately 65 pounds each and large square bales • For Realty matters, please call: 218-750-4411 weighing approximately 1250 pounds each. • For Irrigation business, please call: 970-563-9484 for assistance • For Fire matters, please call: 970-749-3558 or 911 The price is $7 per bale for small bales and $125 per bale for large bales. • Southwest Regional Office, Regional Director: 505-563-3103 for assistance. There is a limit of 160 small bales or 8 For lease income you can contact the following numbers: large bales per customer. Small lots of TOLL FREE: ONRR 800-982-3226 less than 30 bales may be picked up OST Call Center 888-678-6836 / OST Farmington, NM 505-326-7983 at the Agriculture Division. Purchases exceeding 30 bales may be delivered by Division staff within a 15 mile radius of Ignacio. This hay is available to Tribal members only and on first come first House for sale by owner served basis. Contact the Agriculture 3500 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms, 3 bath, 2 car garage and out-building on 8.82 acres of Division at 970-563-2900 to purchase. assigned land 970-317-1029. Back Page tog’omsuwiini-naveeku-chipikwag’atü (16) July 17, 2020

Garcia to play in Hawaii • from page 12 Updated Tero Lawn Service Hours

NAIA HOF inductee Bill The TERO Division started lawn maintenance The modified hours for Cronin of Georgetown (Ky.) services for Tribal Elders. TERO Lawn Maintenance Service will be: College could also again Mon. – Fri., 7 a.m. – 12 p.m. (noon) • Lawn Service will have 2 workers be shouting from the Tiki • Office Support will have 1 worker The modified hours for the Bowl’s sidelines. Still active • TERO Office Number: 970-563-2291 TERO Office will be: with a career 204-61 (23-13 Mon., Wed., Fri., 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., (noon) postseason) record since his 1997 arrival on campus, he took GC to four straight Na- tional Championship rum- Notice: SU Construction Services bles between 1999 and 2002 Work Station Hours – when the Tigers fell to Van Diest and Carroll – and Construction Services staff will be monitoring phones from office won back-to-back crowns in work stations. 2000 and ’01. Of course, all parties in- • Mondays – Danny Abeyta: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. volved in the 2021 Tiki Bowl • Tuesdays – Polly Blankenship: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. are hoping the global coro- • Wednesdays – Walter Reynolds: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. navirus pandemic will have • Thursdays – Tanya Vigil: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. finally dissipated enough • Fridays – Polly Blankenship: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. to permit safe travel to the Joel Priest/Special to the Drum Ignacio’s Joe Garcia (23) blasts into Colorado Springs String of Pearls and even Staff will adhere to the Safe Distance Policy, when working in a tribal member safer game play to properly Christian’s backfield to disrupt a play during last season’s non-conference matchup at IHS Field. home they will wear PPE and ask the tribal member to stay in another room and ring in the New Year. away from the work area. Emergency cases will take priority when assessing “They were pretty wor- the request. If you have any questions, call Danny Abeyta, Construction ried about it,” recalled Gar- PASSING THE TIME amidst COVID-19 safety con- Services Division Head at 970-563-0260. cia. “But they pretty much cerns, Cronin stands tied for assured us that, you know, Attempting to self-isolate 82nd in wins amongst all col- it’s going to happen ... and as much as possible, save legiate head coaches with 200 if it doesn’t, we’ll be alright; for school-approved presea- or more, while Van Diest is we’ll get our money back.” son training activities, Gar- tied for 84th. Expected this fall to again cia said he’s been relatively Amongst the individuals be a primary ball-carrier on content keeping to himself they’ve overtaken are Joe offense for IHS (3-6 over- and family as opposed to ex- Glenn, former boss of the all, 2-2 1A Southern Peaks cessive outside interactions 1996 and ’97 NCAA D-II in ’19) as well as a vital out- while doing his part to battle National Champion Univer- side linebacker defensively, the rampant coronavirus. sity of Northern Colorado Garcia indicated a strong “Football every day, pret- Bears (Glenn’s son Casey, sense of local pride should ty much ... the last month coincidentally, was part of serve him well out on Oa- we’ve been going at it,” he Carroll College’s 2002 NA- hu Island regardless of the said. “But right now I’ve just IA National Championship Bobcats’ on-field fortunes. been hanging out at home – squad), and Darrell Mudra “I’m a Southern Ute tribal got my wisdom teeth taken who led Adams State Col- member, and the only mem- out last Thursday – so ... I’m lege (now University) to ber – or even just from Ig- doing pretty good.” a 32-4-1 overall (15-1-0 nacio – that’s ever got to go Rocky Mountain Faculty The Southern Ute Drum’s do this,” said the 2019 First DID YOU KNOW Athletic Conference) mark Team All-SPC selection. from 1959-62 during his Crossword Puzzle “I mean, I’m confident and Going into the 2020 season, first collegiate head-coach- feel pretty good.” should it actually commence ing stint.

Across Down 1 Ignacio clock reading 1 Navajo blanket 4 Sour 2 In-store persuaders 8 Carson’s immediate late-night 3 Attempt predecessor 4 “--- Lang Syne” Air Quality in real time! 9 Lhaq’temish, or People of the Sea 5 Its first award ceremony was hosted 10 Solely by Sonny James and Bobbie Gentry Friendly reminder – you can visit the Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s Environmental 11 Pass by 6 Ape Programs Division Ambient Air Quality Monitoring page to find updates on air quality 13 What you probably are if you’re 7 Saturday Night Fever genre throughout the Southern Ute Indian Reservation as well as real-time EPA Air Quality solving this puzzle 8 Tip the pitcher Index health forecasts. 14 Many a Little League rooter 9 Property seller’s arrangement 15 Cardiologist’s chart 12 Omelet essential The link to the Tribe’s Air Quality Stations: 16 Poison oak causes them 14 “Agnus --- “ www.southernute-nsn.gov/justice-and-regulatory/epd/air-quality/ambient-monitoring/ 18 Food 17 M L B long balls 19 Mischievous sprites provide spiritual 18 ... because there’s more on the other leadership side 21 Is indebted 20 Camera type, briefly LOCAL IGNACIO WEATHER 23 They just clear the infield 21 Possess 26 “--- Let the Dogs Out?” 22 This or that? Your weekend forecast! 27 Glass container 24 The Old Man 28 At the present time 25 Exchange Friday, July 17 Saturday, July 18 Sunday, July 19 29 Massachusetts Nation 27 San --- Mountains 31 Maori dance 30 Cut grass 32 --- and dagger 31 Chinese dynasty of Christ’s time 33 Above 34 Cut with an ax 35 Bk. after Ezra Answers for this crossword will appear in July 31 issue of the Drum.

87˚F partly sunny 88˚F mostly sunny 92˚F mostly sunny Answers for July 2, 2020 crossword puzzle: 30% showers and thunderstorms 30% showers and thunderstorms 30% chance of showers & thunderstorms Across: 1 Afro, 5 OTC, 8 Claw, 9 Poarch, 13 To be, 14 Tubule, 15 Sob, 16 Sir, 17 Tum, Weather forecasts collected from www.weather.gov 18 Diminishes, 21 Tad, 22 See, 23 False start, 27 RNA, 28 Bay, 29 Fir, 31 Ask out, 33 Lobo, 34 Tierra, 35 BRIC, 36 CNN, 37 SDak. Down: 1 Acts, 2 Flood, 3 Rabbit Lake, 4 Owe, 5 Opt in, 6 Touristy, 7 Cab, 10 Rutherford, 11 Clue, 12 Hems, 16 Sideburn, 19 Mas, 20 Sea, 23 Frat, 24 ANSI, 25 Satan, 26 Tibia, July 20 July 27 August 3 August 11 August 18 30 Rock, 32 Orc, 33 LBs.