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B&GC Leadership Council Meet With Tribal Council

Visitors From Great White North

Councillor Errnol Gray, Board Co-Chair, Chippewas of Sarnia First Nation, Indian andNorthern Affairs Canada (right) along with other Canadian Tribes met with TribalChairman Matthew Box (left), and the Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council, at the GrowthFund offices last Thursday, February 5, 2009. The Tribal leaders from Canada spoke high-ly of the progress and organization shown by the Southern Ute Indian Tribe in energyexploration and production, and hoped to take the example home to their own people,who share in many of the same challenges. The Canadian visitors also toured theSouthern Ute Tribal Campus offices and various departments before departing for home.

So. Ute Tribe Challenges BayfieldTo Clean Up Its Water Pollution

Mari VillalunaBoys & Girls Program Aide

Members of the LeadershipCouncil of the Boys and GirlsClub (BGC) of the Southern UteIndian Tribe met with theSouthern Ute Tribal Council onFebruary 4, 2009. An update onwhat the Leadership Council’srole in Boys and Girls Club andtheir impact on its membershipwas provided. Both Councilswere able to have an exchange ofideas and the Leadership Councillearned about tribal governments.

The Boys and Girls ClubLeadership Council is a group ofyouth between the grades of 3rd-6th, who make collective decisions

affecting Club. TheBGC Council are seenas the leaders of Club,and make a cornucopiaof decisions and recom-mendations to staff thataffect BGC members.The BGC Council rep-resents every Boys andGirls Club membersfrom Kindergartenthrough 6th grade.

The Council servethe needs of the Boysand Girls club membersby representing them ina decision-makingprocess and make sureyouth are listened to bylistening to them andvoicing their opinion.

by Amy BarrySouthern Ute Drum

On February 4, 2009, theSouthern Ute Tribal Council,along with EnvironmentalProgram Division employees,Bayfield officials and StateRepresentatives, came togetherin the Buckskin Charlie room tobrainstorm and develop an inter-im plan to remedy the continuedpollution of Dry Creek by theTown of Bayfield’s Gem Villagesewage disposal plant. Earlier,both the Southern Ute IndianTribe and the Bayfield town offi-cials released letters to the publicgiving their insight on the issueand howeach is seeking a solu-tion to the problem at the localand state levels.

The on-going issue of how thestate will address the Town’snon-compliance with the condi-tions of its discharge permit hasbrought forth numerous concerns

regarding water quality andexisting pollution discharge limi-tations. The current water dis-charge flows from Gem Villageinto Dry Creek and flows ondown through the Southern UteIndian Reservation with the PineRiver. “The Southern Ute IndianTribe has an obligation to assurewater users down stream contin-ue to receive clean water, by theTribe allowing the pollution tocontinue, we are not holding upour end of the deal to our down-stream users.” ChairmanMatthew Box stated during themeeting. Currently, the town ofBayfield is in the process ofbuilding a new modern waste-water treatment facility and stepshave already been taken to designand obtain financing needed toconstruct a lift station in GemVillage; however, until both ofthose facilities are completed andfunctioning, the pressing issue isgetting into current compliancewith pollution violations. The

new construction of the facility isalready being planned but isgoing to take a year beforechanges can be made and that isthe main concern of the SouthernUte Indian Tribe. The SouthernUte Indian Tribe remains con-cerned that through 2009, poten-tial violations will continue tooccur and feels that steps need tobe taken to address those viola-tions before completion of thenew facilities.

The meeting on February 4,2009, was to come together andsee if an interim plan could beput into effect. StateRepresentative, Greg Brand wasat the meeting and made it veryclear to the Town of Bayfield andthe Southern Ute Tribe thatalthough all entities have thesame idea; before the State ofColorado can give an officialstamp of approval on any permitsor plans, there are still state regu-

photo Jeremy Wade Shockley/SU DRUM


The Leadership Council of the Southern Ute Boys and Girls Club met with the Southern UteTribal Council on Wednesday, February 4, 2009 (left to right) Jen Bartlett, the Chief ProfessionalOfficer, of the Boys and Girls Club accompanied the young members to Council Chambers; JustinSanchez, Tyler Lucero, Kaylah Torrez, Sharmine Price and Juliett Garlick. Boys and Girls Club(BGC) Program Aide - Mari Villaluna (below) facilitated the BGC students in “Grade Lines” anice-breaker exercise, one of many after-school activities organized by the Boys and Girls Club.

The Southern Ute Indian Tribe, Bayfield town officials and State of Colorado representativesmet on February 4, 2009, to discuss an interim plan on alleviating water pollution into Dry Creekfrom the Bayfield’s current wastewater system while the new facility is built. Both Bayfield offi-cials and the Southern Ute Tribe have agreed to work collaboratively to develop an interim planto alleviate continued pollution to Dry Creek and the Pine River which both flow through theSouthern Ute Indian Reservation and downstream to the State of New Mexico. Pictured here (l-r) are Southern Ute Tribal employees, Katie Holgate, Vickie Kujawa, Michiko Burns, BayfieldTown Mayor, Rick Smith, Fred Robbins, Councilwoman Ramona Eagle and Utilities Director,Tom Brown. Bayfield Town Mayor Rick Smith along with Town Manager, Justin Clifton (not pic-tured) attended the meeting to offer insight as to the history of the Bayfield WastewaterTreatment Facility and their ideas on alleviating the current water pollution that is taking place.



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SAGE - Vera Mae Cuthair Sage, lifelong Ignacio resident, passed away peacefully on Jan. 27 due tomedical complications. Vera was born June 1, 1943, to Curtis and Belle Cuthair at Taylor Hospital inIgnacio, Colo. She graduated from Ignacio High School and continued her education through techni-cal training at San Juan Vo-Tech and a vocational school in Santa Fe, N.M.

Vera worked various positions throughout the Ignacio community and within the Southern Ute Tribalgovernment. She was employed by Southern Ute Tribal Services, Red Field Scope Company, IgnacioBank as a teller, and Southern Ute Education Center, where she ultimately retired.

Vera was a very giving and loving individual. She loved spending time with her children, grandchil-dren, great-grandchildren and sisters and brothers. Vera was very generous, she’d open her home toanyone who needed help; no one was ever turned away. Vera’s Catholic faith was strong; she was partof the St. Ignatius Catholic Church and was a member of the Carmelitas. She missed services at thechurch as her health declined, but faithfully continued participating in services through her television.Vera also held on to her traditional and spiritual teachings, attending the yearly Sun Dance, listeningto Ute songs, and speaking the native language to her family.

Vera is survived by her children, Debra Lucero, Yvette Cuthair and Roger Sage Jr., her grandchil-dren Robert Curtis Lucero, Lynette Lucero, Kaylee Cuthair, Christopher Cuthair, Autumn Sage andDerek Sage, her great-grandchildren Monika Lucero, Jacob Silva, Stoney White Thunder, her sisterGarnet Olguin, brother Delbert Cuthair Sr., all of Ignacio; brother Larry Cuthair of Phoenix, Ariz., andsister Mary Ann Scott of Durango, Colo; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

She’s preceded in death by her mother Belle Cuthair, father Curtis Cuthair, brothers Lavern Cuthairand Richard Cuthair, sisters Christine Gomez and Darlene Garcia.

Mass of Christian burial occurred Saturday, Jan. 31, 2009, at St. Ignatius Catholic Church in Ignacio.Rosary was recited Friday, Jan. 30, 2009. Burial was at Ignacio West Cemetery.

Onto The Spirit World

Frances HottSU Animal Control Officer

If you find a stray, please con-tact Southern Ute Dispatch at 563-4401 or Animal Control at 563-0133. Upon calling be preparedwith the following information:

• Your contact details (name,address, telephone number)

• A description of the animal,for example, type, color, size,approximate age

• The time and date you foundthe animal

• Where you found the animal• Where the animal should be

collected from

Safety first, you should notapproach an unfamiliar animal. Astrange, frightened and possiblysick or injured animal can behaveunpredictably. You stand a goodchance of being scratched or bit-ten. Even a small animal caninflict a painful wound, and if youare bitten by a dog or cat whosevaccination status is unknown,you will be advised to seek imme-diate medical treatment.

Animal Control has the equip-ment to safely and humanelyremove the animal from your resi-dence. The animal will be taken tothe Southern Ute Impound Facility,where it will be scanned for amicrochip, photographed, placed in

a kennel, fed, and watered. Everyreasonable attempt to find its ownerwill be made. If no one claims theanimal within five days it is avail-able for adoption.

If you choose not to contactAnimal Control be aware of thecode. Pursuant to AnimalControl Code 18-1-102 (22)Owner: Any person who has aright of property in an animal orwho keeps or possesses an ani-mal or allows an animal toremain about his premises for aperiod of seventy-two (72) hoursor longer, claims responsibilityfor an animal or is documentedon paper as the responsible partyfor an animal.

I Found a Stray… Now What?

Charging Bear BisonJob Title: Service Equipment WorkerDescription of Duties: Service Tribal vehicles and perform minorrepairs.Hobbies: Camping, Snowboarding and Fishing.Tribe: Southern UteAdditional Comments: I Graduated from San Juan College, andworked at Economy Nissan and now ready to work for the Tribe inMotorPool.

Vanessa TorresJob Title: Part-time Court Clerk

Hobbies: Hunting, Fishing,Motorcycle Riding, Reading,

and spending time with family.Tribe: Southern Ute

Kyle HundermanJob Title: Air Quality AnalystDescription of Duties:Responsible for the operationand maintenance of all air quali-ty monitoring equipment, assur-ing that all quality assuranceobjectives are successfully met.Hobbies: Disc Golf, Ultimate Frisbee and most other outdoor activ-ities.

New Employees

Drum Correction: The Front Page and Back Page, “Winter Royalty” photos in the January 31, 2009(Vol. XLI, No 2), issue of the Southern Ute Drum incorrectly named Ignacio High School Senior, #1 asShane Brooks. His correct name is Ryan Egger. The Drum apologizes for this error.

Happy Birthday to Candace Watts & Craig Box on February 12th

Love, Uncle & Auntie

Happy Birthday to David Wing onFebruary 14th.

Hey there uncle and brother we justwanted to wish you a happy birthdayand hope you get what you want.

Love, The Velascos, Scotts & Wings

Happy 9th birthday to Jagur Valasco Feb. 14th.

Hey there little man. I just wanted towish you a happy birthday - hope youget what you want. You are getting tobe a big boy. I’m proud of the thingsyou do in school & at home. Good jobon becoming bobcat of the month.

Love, Mom

Micah, Happy 18th Valentine Birthday!We love you so much and you bring joy toour world. We are very proud of you andwish you to be happy in life with the roadyou choice becoming an adult on this day.

Love, Mom, Dad, Greg & Adison

Happy Birthday to Lynelle Scotton February 8th

Hey there Nelly just wanted to wish you ahappy birthday - hope you get what youwant. You have grown to be a beautifulyoung lady. Always keep your head up...take care and always know we love youno matter what!!! Be good and happy 18th.

Love, Von, Jay, Uncle Pete & Auntie Sissy

Happy 1st Birthday to Arriyanna“Toots” Cundiff on January 31st!

Gee can’t believe you are already one!!Have a great day eating lots of cakeand opening up your presents!

Love your adopted Grandma Tara!

I would like to wish my son Jesse Vigil a Happy 15th Birthday on February 9th!

From my cute little handsome boy to myhandsome feisty teenager, I love you tothe end my son! May you accomplishmore in life then you already have, I amvery proud of you in all you do and wishyou a happy day even though you aregrounded! Haha! May the Creator blessyou and keep you safe!

Love Mom!

Happy Birthday to our sissy Jazzy! Love your brothers, Jordan

and Bubba Jace!

We would like to wish Jazmine Carmeneros a Happy 7th Birthday on February 14th!

You sure are a sweetheart with a beau-tiful cheerful smile! May the Creatorbless you on your special day and giveyou many more!!

We love you! Auntie Tara & Family

Happy Belated BirthdayDillon Thompson

Your 7th birthday is a special one. Wewish that all yours dreams come true,May your days filled with joy wonderfulgifts and goodies too.

Love, Grandpa & Grandma

HAPPY BIRTHDAY&

VALENTINES DAYMichael RoubideauxFebruary 14, 2009

To my best friend and companion, wehave made it another year. It seemslike we continue to grow stronger everyyear and appreciate one another moreand more. I appreciate everything youhave done for me and the kids overthese years.You are the best friend Icould ask for and I will always be herefor you as you are for me. Enjoy yourbirthday and our anniversary. Lots ofLoves, Hugs, and Kisses…

Your friend & wife, Mikki Roubideaux

Your kids, Seth, Kai & Alexandria

To My Indian Princess, Jazmin Annetta Carmenoros

Happy Birthday (2/14) my valentinebaby. We love you so very much myindian princess, we miss you too. Mayall your dreams come true for you. Maythe Creator always watch over youeach and every day. You’re always withus so happy birthday girlfriend!

Love you, Gramma Star & Jon Reed

Happy Belated Groundhog BirthdayAmber Snowbird Baker

Congratulations on the birth of yourbaby boy, Nathaniel Roy John Baker!

Always, Your family on the other side

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February 13, 2009Peini (3) Update

Tribal UpdateFREE Ute Language ClassesThe Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy is offering FREE Ute Language Classes. The dates for

the New Year 2009 are Thursday February 26th, and Thursday, March 12th. Classes are held in the UteLanguage Room located at the Academy and anyone in the Community is welcome. Light refreshmentswill be served. For more information contact Georgia McKinley at (970) 563-0253 ext 2701.

Ute Language Class; Tribal Members & Descendents Employed by TribeThe Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy has been involved with a Grant from the Administration for

Native Americans (ANA) for Language Preservation. The Project is titled “The Ute Language & CultureExpansion Project”. Part of this project is to offer beginning and intermediate Ute Language Lessons to TribalMember Employees working for the Tribe. These lessons will be given during the regular work day, and theseemployees will receive Training Leave to attend these lessons. The class will commence March 3rd from 3:00- 4:30 pm in the LCB building’s Buckskin Charlie room. Classes will meet on Tuesdays & Thursdays eachweek for 1.5 hours each day through July 1, 2009. We hope you will find this class FUN & interesting and wehope to empower Tribal Members to value, recognize and communicate in your native language! What a won-derful opportunity to participate in the language of your culture! To sign up, please call or email CathyCalderwood in HR at (970) 563-0100 ext. 2421 or email [email protected]

Attention Aspiring Native ArtistsIn Native communities, humor is highly valued. The Southern Ute Tribal Court is accepting “wellness

cartoons” from aspiring Native cartoonists. Your drawings should be in black and white about 8” x 8”.You may submit as many cartoons as you want. 10 cartoons will be chosen from all the entries. One car-toon will be published bi-weekly in the DRUM newspaper. All cartoons are the property of the Court.$50-$100 will be awarded for each cartoon that is published.You may either mail your cartoons or bringthem in person to: Chief Judge Elaine Newton, PO 737, Ignacio, CO 81137. Please put your name,address, and phone number on a piece of paper so we can contact you. Be sure and put you captions onyour cartoons. Deadline is March 31, 2009. Any questions call (970) 563-0240.

Seeking Elder’s to SHAREThe Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy is looking for Elder’s to participate in the “Grandparent’s

Program”. We invite you to come and share your stories, traditional values, and any talents you may have inart, traditional music, traditional clothing, traditional food, traditional dance or from your life experience.The Ute classroom would enjoy involving elders in teaching our children first hand from your hearts! Youwill be paid a stipend from our Grandparent’s Program Funds, and transportation can be provided if need-ed. Come and see for yourself what your children are learning and be a part of their future. If you are inter-ested in sharing, please call (970) 563-0253 ext 2701. Thanks for caring enough to share

Sky Ute Casino Seeking ModelsSky Ute Casino is seeking models for upcoming promotional material to promote the hotel, casino floor

and recreation areas. All candidates must be 21 years of age or older for casino/hotel photos and for thebowling/recreation areas must have written permission from parents or legal guardians to participate. Ifyou are interested please call (970) 563-1750 for further information.

Conquering a Community MuralA committee of local artists and teens with a goal of conquering 2 art murals a summer in our wonder-

ful little town of Ignacio. We have businesses ready to provide the walls. In January local artists wereinvited to a meeting to form artist committees to head this project. Out of this meeting came the commit-ment that we want all the input from the community that we can get. Please plan to make a submission ofyour ideas of what you would like to see on a mural in your town of Ignacio. Kids adults, and local artistsare encouraged to submit art work on an 8 1/2”x11” paper. Your name and address, phone number andage must be on the back of the submission please. Criteria will be based on subject and matter. Differentdesigns from different age groups will be chosen. The art work must be turned in to the IgnacioCommunity Library by March 31, 2009. If your are interested in helping with this project, please plan toattend this meeting. The project is supported by the Town of Ignacio Counsel of Arts Grants.

Where: Buckskin Charlie Training Room (2nd Floor), Leonard C. Burch Building, Ignacio, CO.When: March 17, 19, 24, 26, 2009 (6:30 pm - 9:00 pm) and March 28 (9:00 am - 11:00 am).*Tuesdays and Thursdays over a two week period and one SaturdayMinimum Age Limit: 10 Years of Age. Class Limit: 20 Participants. Cost: $10.00Pre-registration Required: Call Southern Ute Division of Wildlife Management (970) 563-0130.Class Requirements: Must attend all classes, pass written test, demonstrate safe handling of firearms.Class Restrictions: Do not bring firearms or ammunition to class, items will be provided.Hunter education courses are recommended for anyone who spends time in the outdoors, whether or notthey intend to hunt. Basic outdoor skills acquired in a hunter education course can be invaluable duringany outdoor activities. For example, survival basics can help you prepare for and deal with emergencies.And wildlife management lessons provide insight into how and why wildlife agencies manage theresource, particularly by using hunting as a management tool. Other Classes in the Area (Bayfield,Durango, Pagosa Springs), call the Colorado Division of Wildlife for times and locations (970) 247-0855.

Hunter Education Course Offered

Attention: Calling All FryBread Makers

Sky Ute Casino’s PowWow Committee is calling for all FryBread Makers. We are lookingfor the most delicious and mouth-watering frybread in the Four Corners area. The winningTeam will be contracted to serve 500 pieces of frybread during the 7th Annual CasinoPowWow’s 5 o’clock supper break on June 13, 2009 in Ignacio, CO.

The Casino PowWow Committee will be holding a taste test gathering. The Team that sub-mits the tastiest and most visually appealing frybread will be awarded the honors to serve alldancers, guests, family members and judges.

The Casino PowWow Committee will provide the winning team with the necessary ingredientsto make the delicious frybread (flour, baking powder, shortening and salt). Any special/secretingredients will not be included. The winning team must provide their personal cooking equipment.For information call (970) 563-3000: Mikki Roubideaux, ext. 1400 or Molly Cotton, ext. 1755.

Who: All Food Handler Certified local frybread makersWhat: TEAM LEADER must submit 4 pieces of frybread, the names of all Food HandlerCertified team members,copies of certification and an invoice detailing the final cost.Where: Taste-test gathering will take place in the John S. Williams Rm., Sky Ute Casino Resort.When: March 26, 2009: 11am - 1 pm

Media ReleaseSU Risk Management

10Tips: How to weather thestorm when it gets ugly outside

1. Assemble an emergency kit.Have these items on hand and makesure they can last for at least 72hours: a flashlight; batteries; aportable radio; at least 1 gallon ofwater per person per day; cannedgoods and granola bars; a can open-er; blankets; items to help pass thetime, a first aid kit that includes pre-scription drugs as needed.

2. Take special steps if youhave special needs. Do you relyon life-support equipment orother power-dependent equip-ment to maintain your health? Ifso, register with your utility soyour home will be treated as a toppriority in the event of a poweroutage. You also should put aplan in place, possibly involvingan emergency standby generatorfor your home or an arrangementto stay at a health-care facilitythat has backup power.

3. Know where to find water.In a real emergency, you coulddrain water from the drain spout ofa water heater or from pipes insideyour home, let the ice in ice-cubetrays melt, or even use water fromyour toilet storage or reserve tankif chemicals haven’t been used in

it. In most cases you should purifysuch water by boiling it.

4. Keep your refrigeratedfood safe. If the power goes out,try not to open your refrigeratoror freezer doors so you don’t losecold air unnecessarily. The con-tents of a full fridge should keepfor about six hours.

5. Avoid shock and electrocu-tion. Never do any of thesethings: operate a generator inrainy or wet conditions; touch agenerator with wet hands; useelectrical appliances that havegotten wet; touch exposed cablesor electrical wires in your home;get near or touch downed or sag-ging power lines outside; orengage in an extremely dangerouspractice known as “backfeeding,”which involves connecting a gen-erator to your home’s wiring byplugging the generator into a walloutlet without the use of an appro-priate power transfer switch.

6. Protect yourself fromhypothermia. Hypothermia setsin when a person’s body tempera-ture plummets. Symptomsinclude uncontrolled shivering,slow or unclear speech, extremetiredness, difficulty walking, con-fusion, semi-consciousness orunconsciousness. To avoid thiscondition, wear layers of warmclothing and warm coverings foryour head, hands and feet; change

into a new set of dry clothes ifyour clothing gets wet; and find orbuild some form of shelter to stayas warm as possible.

7. Don’t get overheated. If thepower goes out when it’s hot out-side, take these steps: stay in thelowest level of your home whereit will be coolest; put on light-weight, light-colored clothing;drink lots of water.

8. Steer clear of carbon-monoxide poisoning. Never,ever burn charcoal or use gaso-line or propane-powered equip-ment inside your home. Don’teven do it in your garage or onyour porch. Use such equip-ment only when you’re com-pletely outdoors.

9. Stay safe while on the road.Weatherize your car. Stay onmain roads whenever possible;use a bright distress flag, flaresor hazard lights to draw attentionto your car; and if you haveenough gasoline, run the engineand heater for about 10 minutesevery hour so you stay warm.

10. Know when to say when.No one wants to leave the com-fort of his or her own home —but sometimes you unavoidablymust do just that. If the powerremains out for days, relocate tothe home of a friend or relativewho still has electricity or go toan emergency shelter.

Stay Safe/Secure During Power Outages

Sharing Native American History, Culture, Language & TraditionsThe Ignacio Junior High & High Schools are looking for Community Members andElders to share their knowledge of Native American & Ute History, Culture, Languageand Traditions for the Native American Studies class. We are also seeking input fromcommunity members on establishing the new curriculum for this class. For informa-tion, please contact Amelia Howe - Johnson O’Malley Secretary at (970) 799-2384or Edna Gonzalez - Native American Studies Teacher at (970) 563-0600 ext 256.

Update February 13, 2009Wh-chu-wiini (4)

Of Four Corners InterestThe Durango Adult Education Center701 Camino del Rio, Ste. 301 has scheduled several workshops which might be of interest to you. If

you are interested call the Durango Adult Education Center at (970) 385-4354 • March 7, 2009, Intro toBasic Home Repair, 3-4:30 p.m. cost: $25.00 • March 14, 2009, Hands-on Home Repair, 3-4:30 p.m.cost: $25.00 • April 11, 2009, Spring Gardening from seeds, 9:00–11:00 a.m. cost: $15.00

Parking Meter Hours Change in 2009The new enforcement hours for parking meters go into effect on Tuesday, January 20, 2009. All visitors to

the downtown business area are reminded that the new hours for parking meters will be 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.Monday thru Friday. Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays are FREE all day. These hours will be in effect year-round. There will no longer be a distinction between summer and winter hours. For any questions, please callthe Parking Division at (970) 375-4960.

15th Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Vendor Community BriefThe 15th annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta will be held on Saturday, May 2nd in downtown Durango, CO

at Buckley Park. This event is sponsored by Durango Educational Alliance for Multicultural Achievement(DEL ALMA) and will be a day-long celebration that will include live entertainment, unique merchan-dise from vendors, local food and free games for the kids. Starting in January and until April 17th DELALMA will take applications for vendor booths. If you have any questions or need additional informationplease do not hesitate to contact us: Sarah Decker (970) 382-9693 [email protected]

2009 Summer Internships – San Juan Mountains CollegeApplication deadline is March 16, 2009. Natural Resource Interns work with natural resource managers and/or

researchers on a variety of projects spanning hydrology, water quality, and ecology, and addressing issues suchas mine reclamation, air and water pollution, and ecosystem health. Internships will be based in various locations(but mainly in Durango and Silverton, CO). Interns will participate in a program-wide orientation and field trips.At the end of the program, each intern will prepare a presentation about their experience. Interns will receive a$2,700 stipend, housing, and mileage reimbursement for travel to program events. Some positions may requirethat the intern have their own transportation to and from their work site. Send or email an application form, a onepage letter describing your interest and experience, a resume, and one letter of recommendation. Interns must beat least 18 years old. For more information on the specific positions and for the application form, go to:www.mountainstudies.org/Research/Internship_Program.htm. Internship Coordinator: Aaron Kimple, MountainStudies Institute, c/o Fort Lewis College, Durango, CO 81301; [email protected]; tel. (970) 247-7071.

Southwest Community Design Academy IILa Plata County and the San Juan Institute of Natural and Cultural Resources are hosting the second

Southwest Community Design Academy (SWCDA). The SWCDA is seeking participants who have aninterest in promoting quality design and development in their community. This 9-week interactive class isdesigned to bring together elected officials, active community members, local business leaders and inter-ested citizens to make educated and significant contributions to the community while supporting sustain-able development in a way that is symbiotic with local municipalities, neighborhood communities and sov-ereign nations. The purpose of this class is to educate, motivate and empower potential leaders and policymakers in the community so they can critically look at community design issues and articulately expresstheir ideas within the community. The cost of the class is $150.00. Classes will be held at the DurangoPublic Library, Room 2. For additional information, contact Jason Meininger, La Plata County PlanningDepartment’s Long Range Planner at (970) 382-6267 or by email at [email protected].

Free Health Screenings OfferedLearn how to decrease your risk for cardiovascular disease. Come to a free screening offered through-

out February at different community locations. The free Cardiovascular Disease screening includes: cho-lesterol, triglycerides, blood pressure, blood sugar, body mass index (BMI), risk assessment score, andeducation. It only takes 15 minutes and you get immediate results. No appointment needed. Fasting is notnecessary. The Community Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Program is a program of the San JuanBasin Health Department. Call JoJo Jensen for more information (970) 749-9604.

February 18: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at San Juan Basin Health, Pagosa SpringsFebruary 19: 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Ignacio Community LibraryFebruary 26: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Pine River Library, Bayfield

Run for the Love of RunningLove is in the Air – a love of running! Durango Parks and Recreation will host the annual Valentine’s Day

5K on Saturday, February 14 at 10:00 a.m. As Durango’s first footrace of 2009, the event starts and finishesat the Durango Community Recreation Center. The 2009 route will be an “out and back” along the scenicAnimas River Trail. Runners, joggers, walkers, children and dogs are all invited to participate in theValentine’s Day 5K. Dogs must be on a leash. Participants will receive a unique beanie on race day. The eventfeatures an exciting post-race gathering with great raffle prizes. All registered participants will receive a prizedrawing ticket. Register at the Durango Community Recreation Center or online at www.active.com. Late reg-istration is $20.00 and continues until Friday, February 15 at 12:00 noon. Packet pick-up and race day regis-tration takes place from 8:30 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. in Durango Recreation Center’s Twilight room. For moreinformation contact Heidi Schaiberger at (970) 375-7306 or [email protected].

20 years ago...

10 years ago...Daniel Atcitty (Left) from

Farmington and Little Miss SouthernUte 1st Alternate Kayleen Monroedance at the 1999 Diabetes AwarenessPowWow.

This photo was published in theFebruary 12, 1999 issue of theSouthern Ute Drum.

20 years ago...Diplaying their chocolates for winning second place in the Owl Dance contest are Lark

GoodTracks and Cheryl Frost.This photo was published in the February 17, 1989 issue of the Southern Ute Drum.

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30 years ago...Lance Taylor scoring two against Center

which they won 79-58.This photo was published in the

February 16, 1979 issue of the Southern UteDrum.

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Jicarilla Day PowWowFebruary 13-14, 2009

25 Hawk St. • Dulce, NMPhone: Miranda Harrison (575) 759-4325

Fritz Box Memorial Gourd Dance/Sweetheart PowWowFebruary 14, 2009

SunUte Community Center • Ignacio, COPhone: Larry Tucker or Dr. James Jefferson (970) 563-0100

Web: southern-ute.nsn.us

29th Flagstaff Native American Club PowWowFebruary 20 - 21, 2009

400 W. Elm Ave. • Flagstaff, AZ.Phone: Jason Curley (928) 221-4581

Email: [email protected]

2009 Canyon Echoes Contest Pow WowMarch 5 - 7, 2009Hwy 191 • Chinle, AZ

Phone: Alfred Nelson (928) 674-9448

Strong Hearts Native Society 29th Annual Pow WowMarch 6 - 8, 2009

Rt 1 676 Baseline Road • Winterhaven, CAPhone: Faron Owl (760) 572-0222

Email: [email protected]

Pink Shawl PowWowMarch 14, 2009

TBD • Albuquerque, NMPhone: Susan Eswonia (505) 514-3233Email: [email protected]

13th Annual Apache Gold Casino Intertribal Pow WowMarch 13 - 15, 2009

5 Miles E. of Globe, Hwy 70 • San Carlos, AZPhone: Paul Thompson III (800) 272-2438

Email: [email protected]: www.apachegoldcasinoresort.com

PowWow Trails

Ute WordsNuuvacha

[Means: mocassin]Editor’s Note: The “Ute Word” is provided from material being currently taught to

Tribal Employees, The Ute Language instructor is Georgia McKinley.

February 13, 2009Manügiini (5) Health

Healthy Perspectives:“Pertussis Update”

by Matthew A. Clark, MDSouthern Ute Health Clinic

There is a lot of interestabout Pertussis due to a recentoutbreak of the illness in thelocal community. Many of youmay be aware of the efforts ofSan Juan Basin HealthDepartment to investigate theoutbreak which has, as of thiswriting, produced 19 infectedindividuals. Given the numberof persons affected from multi-ple locations in La Plata and thesurrounding counties, medicalprofessionals have been advisedto monitor closely for newinfections.

Pertussis is also known aswhooping cough. This namecomes from the nature of thecough as a series of severe fits ofcoughing followed by a loud“whoop” as the affected personattempts to catch his or herbreath. Not everyone experiencesthis variety of cough.

Pertussis is caused by a bac-terium known as Bordatella per-tussis. For many years, an effec-tive vaccine to prevent this ill-ness has been used among chil-dren to reduce the risk of infec-tion. The vaccine is given to

infants and small children withthe final childhood booster doseat age 4-5 years of age. With thisvaccination, most individuals areprotected.

However, it has been notedthat over years, the immunityproduced by the vaccine beginsto weaken and older adolescentsand adults are again susceptibleto the infection. For this reason,the Centers for Disease Controlin recent years have recom-mended a booster dose for per-tussis at age 11 years and againwith the 10 year interval tetanusvaccine given to adults. Now thetwo vaccines are combined in 1injection.

Pertussis is spread by largedroplets of saliva or mucus. The

infection is most commonlyspread with close (3 feet or less)face-to-face contact with aninfected individual who is active-ly coughing. The risk of spread isgreatly reduced when the coughis covered.

Infections in healthy adoles-cents or adults may produce aprolonged cough following aminor respiratory illness.Infected persons may have fits ofcoughing that are associated withvomiting or difficulty breathing.For most otherwise healthy per-sons, Pertussis is not typicallydangerous. For infants with theillness, Pertussis can pose a life-threatening illness. An importantpart of immunization strategies isto reduce the risk to these sus-ceptible infants.

It is recommended that all per-sons who have note received arecent pertussis booster do so tolimit the spread of the illnesswithin the community. Thisincludes adults who have not hada tetanus booster in the last 5years or so.

Persons who feel they mayhave been exposed to a docu-mented case of pertussis shouldconsult with their health careprovider for advice on possibletreatment.

The Kidney Corner:“Potassium”

by Dr. Mark Saddler, MDElizabeth Helms, MDand Erin Hamlin, PADurango Nephrology Associates

Potassium is an electrolyte(charged chemical) which is vitalfor normal cellular function. Byan ingenious system of molecularpumps, all cells in our body main-tain a high level of potassiuminside the cell while keeping theconcentration low outside the cell.This potassium concentration dif-ference between the inside and theoutside of cells is important formany of their functions, includingmuscle contraction and normalfunctioning of nerve cells.

It is important that blood levelsof potassium be neither too highnor too low. Low potassium lev-els can be caused by diarrhea,vomiting and sometimes medica-tions including some diureticswhich cause potassium loss fromthe urine. Lack of potassium maycause muscle cramps but thereare often few or no symptoms.Critically low levels of potassiumcan be very dangerous due to a

disruption of the heart’s rhythm.Elevated levels of potassium

can also be caused by medica-tions but most cases occur inpatients with impaired kidneyfunction. In people with healthykidneys, a large amount of potas-sium can be excreted in the urine.Consumption of even largeamounts of potassium-rich foodsdoes not therefore usually causehigh potassium levels unless kid-ney function is impaired. Highpotassium levels can cause weak-ness but (as with low potassiumlevels), it can be difficult todetect symptoms in many cases.And again, when levels get veryhigh, the heart is at risk of goinginto an abnormal rhythm or stop-ping. In other words, the heartwill only tolerate a narrow rangeof potassium levels to work prop-erly. Fortunately, in healthy peo-ple, this tight range of potassiumlevels is usually maintained quiteeasily by the kidneys.

For most people with healthykidneys, taking in adequateamounts of potassium in the dietcontributes to good health. Fruitsand vegetables are usually good

sources of potassium and foodswhich are particularly high includebananas, oranges and other citrusfruits, chile, melons, potatoes andtomatoes. Many commercial “saltsubstitutes” also contain potassium(instead of sodium). Diets whichare high in potassium are associat-ed with a lower incidence of highblood pressure. However, inpatients with advanced kidney dis-ease potassium intake may need tobe limited to avoid dangerouslyhigh levels.

Treatment of low potassium isusually simple: replacement ofpotassium in the diet or withpotassium chloride tablets is allthat is usually necessary. Bringingdown high potassium levels canbe more complicated. This mayrequire avoidance of potassium inthe diet, discontinuation of medi-cines which may be contributingto the high potassium, and some-times use of medicines whichbring potassium down including apreparation called Kayexalatewhich allows potassium loss fromthe bowel. In serious emergen-cies, dialysis can be used to bringdown potassium levels.

• Feb. 17: Sun Ray Casino, Farmington, NM - 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.• Feb. 18: Arts & Craft, Southern Ute Senior Center• Feb. 27: Ute Mountain Casino Trip, Towaoc, CO - 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Elder Services Department will be traveling to Denver March PowWow on Friday, March 20th andreturning on Monday, March 23rd. Tribal Elders, Handicap and disabled who are traveling on there ownprivate vehicles, need to bring in Driver License and up to date vehicle insurance and sign travel request.Deadline is March 6, 2009 at noon. There will be no more last minute travel request after March 6, 2009.

Reminder: Tribal Elder Services provides services to all tribal elders and handicap/disabled in trans-portation to local business and out of town for shopping and casino trips, home visits, and errands ifyou don’t want to get out or sick. Call the Elder Services office at (970) 563-0156 to Gloria Frost. Forelders who don’t know who works at the department, Staff members are: Phyllis Dodson - DepartmentDivision Head, Gloria Frost - Program Manager, Glenda Price - Secretary/Driver, Wilbur Solomon -Driver, Dorothy Wing - Driver, she is on medical leave until February 23, 2009, so in her place tempo-rary is Yvonne Valsco,

If you need assistance please call Elder Services Department (970) 563-0156.

February ActivitiesFor All Tribal Elders & Handicap/Disabled

OWNER:Southern Ute Indian TribeConstruction & Project Management Dept.P.O. Box 737116 Mouache DriveIgnacio, Colorado 81137(970) 563-0138

The Southern Ute Indian Tribe requests proposalsfrom a nationally certified building inspector toprovide plan code review services for the newTribal Court Addition. Responses to this RFP will be received by theSouthern Ute Indian Tribe’s Construction andProject Management Department located at 116Mouache Drive in Ignacio, Colorado 81137 until3:30 PM MDT, Thursday, February 19, 2009.Submittals received after that time will not beaccepted and will be returned unopened. Contact

Marquita Gonzales for a copy of the RFP at 970-563-0138 or [email protected] Southern Ute Indian Tribe TribalEmployment Rights Office (TERO) has estab-lished a preference for contracting and subcon-tracting to certified Indian Owned businesses. Abid preference of 5% will be given to any qualifiedNative American owned company. To receive thispreference, Native American owned companiesmust be certified by the Southern Ute IndianTribe’s TERO. Any Native American owned busi-ness not certified by the due date will not be givena preference. For information on certification,contact the TERO office at (970) 563-0117.The Southern Ute Indian Tribe reserves the rightto reject any and all bids, to waive any informali-ty in bids and to accept the bid deemed, in theopinion of the Tribe, to be in the best interest ofthe Southern Ute Indian Tribe.

Request For Proposal (RFP)PLAN CODE REVIEW SERVICES

SOUTHERN UTE TRIBAL COURT ADDITION

Contact: Sky Ute Lodge & Casino,Travis Garlick14324 Hwy 172 N/P.O. Box 340Ignacio, CO 81137Telephone: (970) 563-1810Facsimile: (970) 563-9546Email: [email protected]

Requested By: The Southern Ute Indian Tribe

d.b.a Sky Ute Lodge & Casino. Proposals due nolater than 4:00 P.M. MDT, February 12, 2009.Submit Proposals by Mail Delivery: Sky UteLodge & Casino, 14324 Hwy 172 Suite 1500,Ignacio, CO 81137, ATTN: Travis Garlick orHand Delivery: Sky Ute Lodge & Casino,Purchasing Department, 14324 Hwy 172 Suite1500, Ignacio, CO 81137, ATTN: Travis Garlick

Invitation To BidSOUTHERN UTE INDIAN TRIBE dba SKY UTE CASINO RESORT

SEEKING BIDS FOR PROFESSIONAL AUCTIONEER FIRM

lations that have to be followedwith regard to approving the plansof the new system and adequatefinancing has to be obtained.Bayfield Town Manager, JustinClifton, and Mayor, Rick Smith,both agreed that, while financingis being sought for the construc-tion of the new main system to bein Bayfield, the State of Colorado,Bayfield officials and theSouthern Ute Indian Tribe can uti-lize their own manpower to col-laborate on an interim solution.

The Southern Ute Indian Tribebelieves that interim measureshave to be the main priority atthis point. Continued pollutionof Dry Creek can hopefully beremedied by collaborative meet-ings held with all entities

involved to ensure that waterquality is maintained through theSouthern Ute Reservation and fordownstream users. MichikoBurns, Water Quality DivisionManager for the Southern UteTribe, stated, “The Southern UteIndian Tribe would like to askthat the Tribe be allowed to con-duct water testing while interimplanning meetings take place.”Bayfield officials did not see aproblem with that and offered theTribe access at any time for watertesting by the Tribe’s WaterQuality Program.

At this point, all entities are inagreement that interim measuresneed to be taken. The SouthernUte Tribe has instructed tribalemployees to collaborate with

Bayfield town officials andemployees to work together anddevelop a plan to alleviate con-tinued pollution of Dry Creek.“Rather than wasting moremoney on contractors to comeout and come up with solutions,let’s utilize our local manpowerand come up with a solution,”stated Tom Brown, Director ofthe Southern Ute UtilitiesDivision. Both Bayfield and theSouthern Ute Tribe feel confidentutilizing their current manpowerto come up with a interim planand, before the meeting wasthrough, all entities were inagreement to move forward withinterim planning and measureswhile the new Bayfield waste-water treatment facility is built.

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February 13, 2009Naveeini (6)Education

Gung Hay Fat Choy!

Members of the Boys and Girls Club of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe celebrate ChineseNew Year (this is also know as Spring Festival or Lunar New Year). Chinese New Year marksthe end of winter and the beginning of spring. It is a time for family reunions, for honor-ing ancestors and for thanking the gods for their blessings. They learned about the lunarcalendar, and how there is more than one calendar system in place. The Aztec calendarand the Ute Bear Dance as a celebration of the New Year were brought up as local exam-ples of other New Years. They each learned what animal they were on the Chinese calen-dar and what traits each animal carries. They made lucky money envelopes (as shownhere) that are traditionally filled with money and given to unmarried people or kids. GungHay Fat Choy! (Best wishes and Congratulations. Have a prosperous and good year!)

photo courtesy SU Boys & Girls Club

• Essential Skills in BusinessCertificate

The Department of HigherEducation is offering theEssential Skills in BusinessClass, beginning Monday, April6, 2009. The program is offeredto Tribal Members who had com-pleted their High SchoolDiploma or GED. This certificatewill prepare tribal members foroffice jobs in the work force. TheEssential Skills Certificateincludes 13 classes, over a sixmonth period, which provides 34San Juan Basin TechnicalCollege credits. Classes includecomputer operation, softwaretraining in word processing,spread sheets and data bases,business English and math, basicaccounting, personal finances,preparing resumes, technicalwriting and customer service.

Classes will be offeredMonday through Thursday, from8:00 am until 12 noon.Scholarships will be available for12 tribal members which willinclude tuition, books/suppliesand a monthly scholarship.

The deadline to apply for thisscholarship will be Monday,March 23, 2009, in order to par-ticipate. In order for this programto start April6, there must be aminimum of 10 students.

Please contact the LuanaHerrera, Adult OccupationalTraining Coordinator at (970)563-0237 for scholarship appli-cations, or for more information.

Anyone interested who want tolearn basic computer operationwill have the opportunity to takeclasses at the Department ofHigher Education. Both classeswill carry San Juan BasinTechnical credit.

• Computer KeyboardingThis class is a one credit class,

which will run for two hours a dayon Mondays and Wednesdays,starting March 9, 2009 and endingon March 25th, from 10:00through 12:00 noon. Class isdesigned for students who havevery little or no typing skills.Participants will learn the alphanu-meric keyboard, proper typingtechniques and speed control.

• Windows CompleteWindows complete is a three

credit class, which is offered onTuesdays and Thursdays from10:00 am through 12:00 noon,starting March 10th and endingon May 19, 2009. Students willlearn basic operation of comput-ers the capabilities of Microsoftoperating systems, saving andretrieving files, personalizingoperation system environment,using computer storage devices,and using the Internet.

The Department of HigherEducation, will pay tuition andbooks/supplies for tribal mem-bers, however if student does notattend the class they will have toreimburse back the cost oftuition, books/supplies. The costis $60 per credit hour.

If you have any questions,please contact Luana Herrera,Adult Occupational TrainingCoordinator at (970) 562-0237for more information. The dead-line is February 27, 2009. Inorder to have the classes 10 stu-dents must sign up and 12 com-puters are available.

Higher Education To Offer Classes

SUIMA Visits Museum

Toddlers form the Academy pay a visit to the Ignacio Museum to view a Traditional UteParfleche suitcase along with other traditional items. SUIMA students RaehannaFournier(left) and Ambrose Valdez (right) inspect the museum’s glass case and it’s con-tents. These children participated in some hands on learning activities at the Museumbefore returning to class.

Council & Student Luncheon

Southern Ute Tribal Council Members met with Ignacio and Bayfield Jr. High School stu-dents during the Tribal Council Student Luncheon to speak about the challenges and oppor-tunities that face the youth of today. Tribal Councilwomen Barbara Scott-Rarrick relatessome of her own experiences to 7th grade student, Grant Foster, son of Tom and Derla Miller.The luncheon was held at the Sky Ute Casino Resort on Thursday February 5, 2009.

Don OliverSpecial to the Drum

Awhile back, I was readingPeter Kaminsky’s The FlyFisherman’s Guide to theMeaning of Life and came acrossa statement I felt would be theperfect idea for this month’s col-umn. The statement was, “In theend, good technique will improveyour results.” When I read, anddigested, that statement I figured Ihad hit the mother load; what agreat opportunity to write aboutall the technical “stuff” we as fly-fishing professionals learn andwant to pontificate on. This wouldbe my chance to advise my read-ers on everything they needed tobe a great fly-fisher. Then, as theysay, “A funny thing happened onthe way to the forum,” and I dis-covered a new meaning for tech-nique through two events.

First, I watched a 60-year-old-movie, now on DVD, of mymom, dad, and their friends fly-fishing in what appeared to beYellowstone National Park.Secondly, I went fly-fishing withmy new friend, Andy.

Watching my folks from 60years ago was a hoot. As Iwatched them fly-fishing, Iinstantly developed a lesson planon technique for them. They were

using wimpy fiberglass rods.They were way too wristy withtheir casts. The flies and lineswere making big splashes as theyhit the water. They were dressedfunny. All-in-all, this was going tobe a great lesson from their son.Then I noticed two more things.They were all laughing; they werehaving a great time. Their lack ofproper fly-fishing technique did-n’t seem to be bothering them.And then the coup de grace to mylesson plan was delivered. Whileeveryone was laughing and hav-ing a great time one of the menstepped forward and unloaded sixbig rainbow trout out of his creel.Obviously the only technique thatthey needed was to have fun.

Now, fast forward 60 years;time really does fly when we’rehaving fun. I’m standing at theback of Andy’s pickup helpinghim rig-up for a morning ofnymphing. I was helping becauseI had asked Andy if he had muchexperience with using nymphsand he had said, “no.” I, being aretired professional, had lots andwas happy to share my vastamount of knowledge. So, Ihelped him get rigged with twonymphs, a split shot weight,strike indicator (bobber for younon fly-fishers), and lots ofleader and tippet. We then helpedeach other down the snow cov-

ered path into a beautiful clearriver. I asked Andy if he wouldlike a demonstration on how bestto cast and mend his line. Heresponded “yes”, and I was inhog heaven all over again.

I proceeded to demonstrate withthree casts where he should casthis fly and how to mend it. It wason the third cast I noticed I hadcast both flies, and the split shotinto his yarn indicator. I had creat-ed a huge ball of yarn, line, andflies (a rookie mistake made bythe professional). Andy looked atthe mess, had a quiet chuckle, andthen smiled the smile of, “This isgoing to be fun.”

This is where I realized thenumber one rule for good tech-nique is to have fun. Sure youwant your technical “stuff” to getbetter. But it can’t happen unlessyou are having fun. I think it isimpossible to learn if you’re nothaving fun.

Don’t beat yourself up tryingto improve, or correct something,until you can laugh and smileabout your fly-fishing. When youcan do that first, and then want toimprove some aspect of yourtechnique, then and only then,hire a professional to help withthe secondary technical “stuff.”A good laugh doing what youenjoy most is the best prescrip-tion any doctor can give.

Fun Is Needed Before GoodTechnique Can Be Had



February 13, 2009Naveekyaveini (7) Sports

by Joel Priest Special to the Drum

Deep in the [cold] heart ofTexas, they might have called forhis head on a pike.

Or settle for his job.But they’d at least let Chris

Valdez keep both for anotherdozen seconds, to match thepoint total his Bobcats allowed—or permitted?—their opponentsto score, 17 days following thenow-infamous Dallas Academy-at-The Covenant School girls’basketball game of January 13.

TCS head coach Micah Grimeswas fired not long after the 100-0victory in TAPPS (Texas Assn.of Private and Parochial Schools)District 3-2A play, though hedefended his team‘s blowout in astatement onflightbasketball.com:

“We played the game as it wasmeant to be played....Although awide-margin victory is never evi-dence of my compassion, mygirls played with honor andintegrity and showed respect [toDallas Academy].”

Valdez couldn’t or wouldn’thave described the Ignacio boys’105-12 destruction of helpless1A Nucla at IHS Gymnasium—marking the Bobcats’ scoringextremes this season—any betterhimself. For any player, coach,official, parent, or fan who’s everheard him shout from the benchknows he demands nothing lessthan constant all-out effort from

his men.For they know if such motiva-

tion isn’t there during any givengame, even in a league like theSan Juan Basin where the talentlevels have been clearly defined,IHS can be vulnerable.

“I’m proud of this team,”Valdez said standing in IHS’main office, “but I’m more proudof the fact we didn’t play down totheir level. We played our game,our way, for four quarters.”

After shredding the Mustangs,Ignacio proceeded to poundOuray in the House of Troy thenext afternoon 71-44, and laterwhipped Dove Creek 72-20 athome in most recent action thispast Friday. But in between the’Cats appeared a little more mor-tal than they’d like to show therest of the SJBL, possibly theresults of slowing to their ene-mies’ pace.

On February 3 Ignacio stilldumped Dolores 69-53 away,then returned home and beat the5A Durango JV 50-34 in a last-minute non-league test twonights later (finally replacing theroad game at Paonia, postponedsince Dec. 13). The Bears’ losingtotal was the most allowed to

date by IHS,t h e m s e l v e saveraging 72.1points pergame—allow-ing just 34.5—and set tosmash the1 , 0 0 0 - p o i n tbarrier thisweek.

Ignacio willsurpass thatmark easily, butdon’t expect theboys to giveless than a 105-point-caliber goagainst any oftheir threef o e s — t h eloop’s mostcredible.

For starters,OHS (9-6 over-all, 8-4 SJBLcoming in),T u e s d a y ’ sopponent atI H SGymnasium—results wereunavailable at press time—trailed by just a slim 31-24 countafter two quarters before IHSseparated for good with a 24-8third-quarter outburst.

“We just got bombed,” lament-ed Trojan head coach JimBlennis. “Wish I knew why, butthey [IHS] just didn’t miss a lot.”In other words, sometimes ____happens in hoops.

Of course themissing nounthere rhymeswith ‘quit,’s o m e t h i n gIgnacio’s boysdon’t do.

T e l l u r i d eskipper MikeHughes waseven moreblunt.

“Those guysplay their assesoff,“ he saidfirmly, afterTHS escapedtown with aone-point—thepoint denyingIHS a perfectregular sea-son—win onJan. 17. And ifhe thought that50-49 gamewas tough, hep r o b a b l ywouldn’t wantto know howbadly theBobcats will

demand satisfaction at theMinerdome on Saturday (2 p.m.).

But he got aclue when IHSs o p h o m o r eRyan Brooksburied anu n g u a r d e dt h r e e - p o i n tattempt at thefinal buzzer,and knowsthere will be nolove lost in theValentine’s Dayduel. As ofM o n d a y ’ sDRUM dead-line, THS stood14-1 overalland Ignacio was12-1 (10-1SJBL).

And whileTelluride tunedup (and proba-bly ‘tuned up’)with Norwoodfor the clash,Ignacio traveledto Mancos toface theimproved BlueJays on Friday

the 13th. MHS had been riding afive-game win streak before astinging two-point loss atDolores last Friday and a 17-point loss at THS the followingafternoon.

Gary Hill’s Jays also stood 9-6(8-5 SJBL) as of Monday, enter-ing their own Tuesday nighthomer against non-league PagosaSprings—whom Ignacio willbattle on the road Feb. 17.

Senior Micah Odoms led withjust 11 points in IHS’ win overDurango, and classmate TaylorDean led with 14 against DCHS,showing that not only can theBobcats light up the scoreboard,but everyone on Valdez’s roster isgetting a bite at the apple.

And still playing aggressivedefense, highlighted by juniorAlex Herrera’s seven blockedshots against the Demon JV’sand classmate Oakley Hayes’seven steals against the Bulldogs.

After PSHS, Ignacio will hostNorwood on Feb. 20 (4 p.m.),then head to Ridgway on Feb. 21(2 p.m.) to conclude the regularseason. And though the Bobcatshave already beaten both by acombined 55 points, don’t expectthem—ahead or behind—todecelerate after only 31 minutesof each contest.

For in THIS District 3-2A,Ignacio lives for the final sixtyseconds, whether trailing by oneor cruising by 93. They won’tadvance to or through the statetournament any other way.

The lone Gold Ball (1988,Class A-1) in their school’s tro-phy case testifies to that fact.

by Joel Priest Special to the Drum

After one third, they wentout and got themselves another.

But the IHS wrestlers madesure that their third tournamentchampionship this season wouldquickly supercede the previoustwo in terms of importance, andhelp answer questions they mayhave had after trailing Bayfieldand Bloomfield, N.M., at the pre-vious weekend’s IgnacioInvitational.

Inside the ‘Dawg Pound’ atDove Creek HS last Friday,Ignacio convincingly capturedthe San Juan Basin League’steam title over Norwood, 135 to97. Nucla (90), DC (89), andDolores (19.5) followed, mean-ing not only did the Bobcatssecure coach Bob Overturf’s firstleague championship, they did soagainst teams that pride them-selves on the mats each winter.

Ranked ninth as a unit comingin, IHS left Dolores County withtwo individual champions in top-ranked freshman Alex Pena at112 pounds and fifth-rankedsophomore Casey Haga at 125.But Ignacio also had eight—yes,eight—grapplers leave with run-ner-up honors.

Leading the second-placerswere juniors Josh Plehinger at130 pounds and Chance Wyatt at215. It took back-to-back Class2A champ and Cornell (NCAADivision I Ivy League, not the D-III Iowa college) Universityrecruit Stryker Lane of Norwoodto stop Wyatt, but Plehingerdefeated Maverick star juniorSeth Gabardi.

Wyatt was still On The Mat’s

#5 at his weight in 2A coming in(Lane was the #1), whilePlehinger was seventh in his divi-sion (Gabardi was #6).

Freshman Jeff Herrera was sec-ond at 119 pounds, as was sixth-ranked sophomore WillAppenzeller (135), senior RaudelLucero (#8 at 140), sophomoreEthan Pearson (145), TrentOstendorf (152), and freshmanColton Wyatt. The youngerWyatt had just cracked the OTMlistings for the first time, enteringthe meet as the #15 160-pounderin 2A.

With only the two major post-season stages remaining, IHSwill head to this weekend’s 2ASouth Central Regional (a.k.a.Region II), hosted by La VetaHS. Far and away the largestschool in terms of enrollment of

the 16 squads scheduled to com-pete, the Bobcats stand a chanceto send a good-sized team up toPepsi Center for the Feb. 19-21State Championships, as the topfour in each weight advance tothe ‘Big Dance.’

Norwood, Nucla, DC, andDolores, however will all becompeting in the West Regional(a.k.a. Region I), leaving Ignacioto fend off as many of the follow-ing as possible:

Antonito, Centennial [SanLuis], Center, Creede, CrippleCreek-Victor, Custer County[Westcliffe], Del Norte, HilltopBaptist [Colorado Springs], JohnMall [Walsenburg], LVHS,Mountain Valley [Saguache],Sanford, Sangre de Cristo[Mosca], Sargent, South Park[Fairplay].

Relish The Relentlessness, IHS Fans Basin Busters: ’Cats Cop League Crown

Reach-ing Higher StillIgnacio junior Cassandra

Sanchez battles with Doloresfreshman Katlynn McGee fora defensive rebound duringIHS’ recent home loss to theLady Bears. Though still win-less as of last Friday’s loss toseventh-ranked [Class 1A]Dove Creek, the Lady ‘Catsare showing more improve-ment. DC defeated IHS by 50back in January, but won byjust an estimated 20 pointsthe second time around.IHS (0-12, 0-11 SJBL) facesMancos and Telluride awaythis weekend.

photo Joel Priest/DRUM Freelance


Ignacio’s Hagen Sanchez, right, puts the squeeze on Gallup’sDillon McDaniel during the Ignacio Invitational—the longest-running annual tournament in the region—on Jan. 31.Sanchez defeated the [New Mexico] District 1-5A Bengal duringthe 119-pound, ‘B’ division match, and the Bobcats went on toplace third as a team.

Ignacio junior Trae Seibel flings a pass awaywhile hovering around the paint in theBobcats’ win at Dove Creek to open the 2009half of their schedule. IHS belted the Bulldogsagain this past Friday, 72-20, to complete thehome/away sweep in SJBL play.


In recent junior varsity action, Ignacio soph-omore Jay Black works to drive around a team-mate’s screen against Dolores. IHS downedthe Bears 59-35, and will continue SJBL under-card action this weekend against Mancos andTelluride—both games are away dates.


Ignacio junior Terrence Whyte stretches outfor a save against Telluride in the Bobcat JV’s39-25 win against Telluride earlier this seasonat home, as teammate Orion Watts (25) waitsin position. IHS rematches the Miners onValentine’s Day at THS.


SunUte President’s Day HoursPresident’s Day, Monday, February 16th, hours of operation, 8am-5pm

The pool will stay open until 5pm.

CASE NO. 09-NC-015IN THE LEGAL NAME CHANGE OF: STEPHANIEELAINE RIVERA, Civil Subject.NOTICE: Notice is hereby given that STEPHANIE ELAINERIVERA has filed an application for legal change of name, tobe known hereafter as STEPHANIE ELAINE GOOD-TRACKS. Any person desiring to object to the granting of thepetition may do so by filing an objection in writing with theClerk of the Court no later than MARCH 2, 2009. If no objec-tion is made, the Court will grant the legal name change.

Dated this 2nd day of February, 2009.DOLORES ROMERO, Court Clerk

IN PROBATE NO. 08-PR-177IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: EVERETTBURCH, DeceasedNOTICE TO: HEIRS, DEVISEES, LEGATEES, CREDITORS,AND TO ALL OTHER PERSONS CLAIMING AN INTER-EST IN SAID ESTATE: THE SOUTHERN UTE TRIBE OFTHE SOUTHERN UTE RESERVATION, IGNACIO, CO.GREETINGS: Take notice that a petition has been filed in thiscause, alleging that the above decedent died leaving certainassets, and asking for the determination of heirs of said decedent,the administration of said estate including the allowing of credi-tors of said decedent and for distribution thereof. You are noti-fied that said cause will be set for hearing before the Tribal Courtat the above address on MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2009 AT10:00 AM. All persons having claims against the above estateare required to file them for allowance with the Tribal Court atthe stated address on or before the time and date of said hearing,as above set forth or said claims shall be forever barred and allpersons interested in said estate are hereby notified to appear andanswer said Petition and offer evidence in support of their posi-

tion. The Court will proceed to hear the matter at the date andtime set above, or such later time to which the matter shall becontinued and to make the determination therein necessary.

Dated this 21st day of January, 2009.TRENNIE R. BURCH, Deputy Court Clerk

CASE NO. 07-DN-134IN THE INTEREST OF: JOSEPH DURANT, Minor ChildAND CONCERNING: ROBERT MILLS, Respondent.NOTICE TO: ROBERT MILLSGREETINGS: You are hereby served with notice by publi-cation that on August 28, 2008, a permanent restrainingorder was issued by the honorable Suzanne F. Carlson,associate Judge, Southern Ute Tribal Court, which providesin part as follows. It is therefore ordered that ROBERTMILLS, the Respondent shall have no contact withJOSEPH DURANT. “NO CONTACT” includes, but is notlimited to: No intimidation, No letters, No phone calls, Nomessages, No physical contact, No third-party contact, andNo stalking. This order means that the Respondent shall notcontact or attempt to contact the child in any manner. TheRespondent shall not threaten, harass or injure the child inany way, anywhere, at any time. Violation of the Restrain-ing Order will subject the Respondent to Criminal Penaltiesand Contempt Of Court. This oder shall remain in effectuntil November 19, 2012, unless extended by court order.You are further notified that you may obtain a copy of saidPermanent Restraining Order, which contains additionalprovisions giving notice to Law Enforcement Officials andthe Court’s findings of fact, from the Southern Ute IndianTribal Court, located in the Justice Center on the SouthernUte Indian Reservation

TRENNIE R. BURCH, Clerk of the Tribal Court

IN THE SOUTHERN UTE TRIBAL COURT

OF THE SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN TRIBE • ON THE SOUTHERN UTE RESERVATION

February 13, 2009WawHchuwiini (8)Valentine’s

Roses are Red, Toddler Two kidsare sweet. Happy Valentines Dayto you all, Your teachers cannotbe beat!

Happy Valentine’s Day to NoahBox, Raehanna Fournier, AngeloFrost, Walter Reynolds, DerekSage, Marquise Salazar,Ambrose Valdez, & HarmonyYslas!

Congratulations & ManyValentines to Graduates KrystynWeaver & Christen Heart!

Love Academy Guides,Judith & Marlene

To Veronica HerreraThank you for being my valen-tine.You have stood by methrough thick and thin and I wouldlike to thank you for that. I lookforward to many more yearstogether. Thank you so much.

Happy Valentine’s Day!!!!Steve Herrera Sr.

Happy V-day to Marietta & BoysDerrick & Leigh

Happy Valentine’s Day and aHappy birthday to GenevaGomez and family.

Derrick & Leigh

Happy Valentines Day to Gloriaand Green.

Derrick & Leigh

India and Dominic, sending ourlove to you on Valentine’s day.

Leigh & Derrick

Happy Valentines to my wifeHope R. Box, thank you for ourChildren and 15 years of mar-riage... I Love you with all myheart and soul.

Matthew J. Box

To all my family, sisters, daugh-ters & grandchildren, HappyValentines Day! To Greg Borst,my best friend, counselor, musicmaker to my songs, another 30years!

Marge Borst

To the Richards & Ortiz Families,Happy Valentine’s Day hope yourwildest dreams come true lol!!!!God Bless….Love you all!!

Love Always, Esther & Davian

To Davian,Happy Valentines Day my sonnyboy!! You’re the best son anyoneone could ask for and more!!!Love you with all my heart!!!

Love Always, Mommy Esther

Devon & Ryan and Gregory &Vana. Congratulations Guys onthe new baby girl & baby boy!!!

Love Always, Esther & Davian

Forrest Here’s a birthday wish for youhope you have a wonderful day!Happy Birthday!!!!!!!

Much Love, Esther & Davian

To Mom,Happy Valentine’s Day! We loveyou & miss you.

Love, Keenan & Nash from LasVegas

To D’Arcy, Daniel, & the kids, Wehope you guys have a wonderfulValentine’s Day.

Much love from Las Vegas,Keenan & Nash

To Joyce, Mark, & Dante, HappyValentine’s Day! Hope you have agood one.

Love, Keenan & Nash

To Angelica, Jon, & Gavin, HappyValentine’s Day! Have a goodone.

Love, Auntie Nash & Uncle K

Happy Valentine’s RodneyYou are my heart, my soul, mylover, my friend. Thank you forbeing my Honey.

Always yours, Margaret

We like to wish Geneva Gomez,Happy Birthday & Valentine’s Dayon Feb. 14th. You are so caringand thoughtful, of all the thingsthat you do. Have a great time onyour birthday.

Love, Mom & Green

Happy Valentine’s Day across themiles to Marietta, Cadell, Dillon,Triston and Candace. You’re inour hearts.

Love, Mom & Green

You’re never to old to sit on yourmom’s lap for a hug. Happy Valentine’s Day to Taylor

Dean and his mom, AndreaTaylor.

Happy Valentine’s Day for twospecial people on Valentine’sDay, Leigh & Derrick.

Love, Mom & Green

We like to wish Kenneth,Geneva, Xavier, Avvione andEbony a Happy Valentines Day .

Love, Mom & Green

Loren, We like to wish you aHappy Valentine’s Day. You alsobeen there for us, you never com-plained. That is why we love you.

Love, Uncle & Auntie

Happy Valentine’s Day to twospecial Ladies, Snowbird &Springwind Frost

Love, Green & Gloria

Happy Valentine’s Day to myBeautiful and loving childrenRylan and Nick. I love you bothsooo very much and I can’t waitto see you both everyday.I knowthat you both have been througha lot. Remember that dad lovesyou both and is with you always.

Love, Mom

To my best friend Richard S.Herrera, I talk to you everydayand let you in on what up. I missyou a lot but I know in my heartyou are in a wonderful place.Thanks for visiting us!!

Just me, Nat

To my mother, Maxine and mysister, Wahleah. Thanks for beingthere and sharing your love. Ya’the best! Happy Valentine’s Day!

To Megan, Rena, Sly, andDonavonHappy Valentine’s Day to all ofyou. You drive me crazy! But hey,what is family for. I love you all.

Your Mom, Your Aunt yourGrandma

To my baby girls, Keyana andMamakwa Valdez, you are myeverything and my most specialvalentines. I love you with all myheart have a splendid Valentine’sDay and thank you for alwaysmaking me smile with your humorand laughter.

Huggies & kisses, Momma O

Happy Valentine’s Day to ourbaby sister, Haidy Valdez! Welove you bubby!

With love-your sisters,Key & Makwa

Happy Valentine’s Day Bro,Sister, Tom, & Grant

Love Ya’ll Lots, ETP

Mahal, Iniibig Kita! Nana

A mon epouse et fils merveilleux,un - etait toi ou moi,Deux - etiez toi et I,Trois est ce qui etait mean’t a etre!

Je t’aime,

Happy Valentine’s Day To All myGrand children: Ethan, Ayden,Jania and Baby C. You all havemade me so very Happy!

Love You All, Grandpa

Valentine’s Wishes to All My Kids,Berni, Lori & War, Josie & HappyBirthday Scotty. May the CreatorWatch over you all and send myLove to each of you, Where everyou may travel on Mother Earth.

Love, Dad

To All My Girls: Kim & Somiya,Bridget & Janessa, J’Rita,Arianna, Ariel and Tima, may youall have a wonderful Valentine’sDay. You girls mean the world tome and I am glad to have you inmy life.

Love always, Mom

Randall, Happy Valentine’s Day.Marilyn

I just wanted to wish my daughter“Mariah Amanda Thompson” a“Happy Valentines Day” and hopethat you enjoy it and get a lot ofvalentines cards.

Love you always, Mom

Pearl, Krystofer and LaurynHappy Valentine’s Day to ourbeautiful daughters.

We love you, Mom and Dad

Sven, You’re the one I want towatch PV sunsets with…

Love, Ob

We love you Mom & Dad (Pat &Russell)

Love from the Hastings family

We love you Mom & Dad (Barney& Nelda)Love, Steve, Obbie and Lauryn

I want to wish a Happy Valentine’sDay to Abel Romero and DawnettNaranjo, in Phoenix, Arizona, takecare of each other and rememberthat I Love you both.

Love, Mom Luana

A Very Happy Valentine’s Day tomy daughter Renelda Herrera,and my Grandson’s, Jalen, Joshand Staffon, my your day beblessed I Love all of you.

Mom Luana

Happy Valentine’s Day to mydaughter Elania Romero and mygrandson’s Cesar, Jawadin andJesus, my your day be blessedwith love and laughter I Love allof you.

Mom Luana

Happy Valentine’s Day to my sis-ter’s Becky, Gina my brother ‘sKeith, Frank and Shawn and allmy nieces and nephews, I Loveall of you guys, also to my dadBennett Thompson, I Love youmore then words can say

Always, Luana

Manford and Brandi Raines,We would like to wish our Sister,Sister-In Law, Brother-In Law,Aunt, and Uncle a HappyValentines Day! We appreciateand love having you both in ourlives. Continue to keep your lovefor one another as you gothrough the years!

Love, Mikki, Michael, Seth, Kai,Alexandria Roubideaux

To our niece and cousin TauriRaines, Happy Valentines Day sweet-heart! Hope you get a lot of hugs,kisses, and lots of candy! You areso cute and we enjoy seeing yougrow and watching how smart youare! Enjoy your day little cutie…Love, Aunt Mikki, Uncle Michael,Cousins Seth, Kai & Alexandria

Mom, Happy Valentines Day!We would like to wish you lots ofhugs and kisses for a wonderfulmom, mother-in law, and grand-ma Thank you for the manythings you have done for us. Youare much appreciated and loved!

Love, Mikki, Michael, Seth, Kaiand Alexandria

Neida Ray and Kids:Happy Valentines Day crew! Wehope you all get lots of hugs, kiss-es, and candy!

The Roubideaux’s

Happy Valentine’s Day to myadopted grand-daughter and littleheartbreaker Toots!

Your adopted Grandma Tara

Happy Valentine’s Day to mySweethearts; Jalisa, Jesse,Carlos and Shyanne! I love you alland hope you have a Great Day!

Love, Mom

Happy Valentine’s Day to my sib-lings Wenchell, Jahosafat,Pedrito, Daze Dukes, Yo Butt andA.J. bo-bay-jay-fee-fi-fo-fay-jay!I Hope cupid plays you good thisyear, if not then I guess you mightas well keep hanging out downSouth on “Lil Mexico Night!”

Love Sister T!!

Happy Valentine’s Day to mymother and our grandma DarleneFrost! Words can not say howmuch you are loved and appreci-ated! Have a Great Day! Love your daughter & grandkids!

Happy Valentine’s Day to ourAunt Dona, thanks for all you dofor us, like making us laugh all thetime with your crazy jokes andsilly elder moments!

Love your niece T and my littleTribe! (All 7 of them!)

Happy Valentine’s Day to my littleAngels; Mariah Rose, Shay Myaand Mr. Peyton! You truly are thebest sweethearts anybody couldask for!

Love, Nina Tara

Happy Valentine’s Day to my DadPete and Mar! I hope you twohave a wonderful relaxing day!

Love, Your daughter Tara

Happy Valentine’s Day to Jordan,Jazmine and Jace, the cutest lit-tle bundle of joy!

Love, Auntie Tara

Happy Valentine’s Day to ALL mycrazy friends out there! May yourday be filled with love, peace andhappiness!

Tara

Just want to wished our Mom,“LaVara”, who is no longer withus, a happy birthday onValentine’s Day. We wished thatyou were here with us, so we canenjoy being with you to celebrateyour birth. Just know, that we’ll bethinking of you on your day andwe love and miss you very much.To my dad, sisters, brothers,nieces, nephews, great niecesand nephews, cousins and to my“ornery” friends, HAPPY VALEN-TINES DAY! And also to “UncleNate and Aunt Theatis!

Love you all, “Becky T.”

Happy Valentines Day to my oneand only RC Lucero! I love yousooo much! The course of ourlove never did run smooth andalthough we’ve been throughrough times, it’s made usstronger & appreciate each othermore now. Thank you for alwaysbeing there for me. You meanmore to me than you’ll ever know.I loved you THEN, as I do NOW,ALWAYS AND FOREVER!

Hugs and Kisses, Wren

To my daddy RC on ValentinesDay. I love you daddy very much.I like how you play with me andHow we make funny faces toeach other.I’m soo lucky to havethe best daddy ever! Love you!

Stoney John

To My Debbie & Grandpa Joe, Ilove you, Happy Valentine’s Day!

Love, Gracie Girl

To Mom, Thanks for all you do,When the going gets tough we areall always here for you and eachother. We treasure all of our won-derful family memories we havethat will never be forgotten. HappyBalentine’s Day! Study hard! Welove you so much, words cannotexpress, god bless you mom.

Love, Ames, Mods, Pres, Noraand your “Lil’ Sunshine Crew”

To my sisters, Jen & Hats and mybrother Pres. Happy Heart Day toyou and your families.

Love ya, Ames and Crew

To Our nephews Terrance, Ethanand Ayden Barry and of course,Tonio. Happy Valentine’s Day, welove you!

Love, Auntie Amy and Mario

Happy Valentine’s Day to our chil-dren, Tyler and Gracie Girl, welove you both and enjoy everyminute with you!

Love, Mom and Dad

To Auntie Edna & Uncle Ray,Happy Valentine’s Day, we loveyou and thanks for always havingthe biggest hearts no matterwhat!

Love you, Amy & Family

To Andrew, Happy Valentine’sDay! We love you.

Love, Dad and Amy

To Mom and Dad, thanks foreverything you guys do for us,cooking, visiting, laughing, wehave had some really greattimes. We cherish those andhope for many more - happyheart day!

Mario and Amy

To our kidz, Angelina & NickWeaver, Ashley & J.D. Murray,Arlan & Tonya and Jr. Tomy andLynda Reed. Also, my otherthree, Brandon, Doug & Tim. We are wishing each of you avery happy valentine’s day. Welove each of you with all wehave no matter where we are.You are always in our thoughtsand prayers each and everyday. May the Creator keep yousafe and happy. Thank you foreverything you have done forus. We will always be thankfulfor everything no matter whatobstacles amy be in our way.We will all one day be one bigfamily, So today and everydaywe love you.

Love, Mom and “Dad” Reed

To my dad, Alden Naranjo Jr., mygramz Bertha Grove, my uncleTerrance Naranjo & my aunt SanJean BigPond we want to sayHappy Valentine’s Day and thankyou for everything. We love youguys, may Creator keep you allsafe and strong each day.

Just us, Jon & Star Reed

To my grandchildren, Jordan,Jace, Jazmin, Ja’Nik, January,Julius and Eagle Boy.I love you all and miss each of you-Happy Valentine’s Day my pre-cious ones. May the Creator keepyou in his arms and protect youeach and every day. I will alwaysbe here for you I love you all.

Love, Gramz Star & Jon Reed

To the Ladies of E-Dorm atSUDC. Happy Valentine’s Day!!May you all go home soon!

“BISCUIT”

To my bro, Nelson, sister, KC &my bro KeatonHappy Valentine’s Day guys - Ilove and miss you, may you BEGOOD and be safe. Have a goodValentine’s Day and all that(haha) May the Creator watchover you and your families eachand every day. I pray for you all.

Love your sister, Star NaranjoReed

To my Husband Jon Reed, I love you with everything that isme - I thank the Creator for bring-ing you to me and everything wehave had to go through. It willonly get better. So words can’t tellyou how much you mean to meand our family here and afar. Sotoday, Happy Valentine’s Day my“Big Jon” I will always be here foryou. I love you baby.

Star Reed

Happy Valentine’s Day to Rondra& Family, Renalda & Family andMelissa & Family, thanks forbeing there.

Jon & Star Reed

Happy Valentine’s Day to myAunties,Uncles and cousins. Ilove you all.

Just me, Star Reed

To Kat & Baby,I love you niece, HappyValentine’s Day. I’m proud of youfor coming back to school. MayCreator keep you and baby safe.

Love, Auntie Star

To Our Mother, LaVara Thompson

May you rest in peaceThrough the grace andThe glory of our Lord.We love and miss you

More than we everThought possible.

We know you are here, We can feel it, just like

The wind, we can’t see it,But we know you are

There. May you find yourHeart never to be broken,

And my your wings flyYou to Heaven, so you Can be free of pain andSorrow. You will forever

Be in our hearts and dreams.May the Angels watch overYou and your loved ones.You’ll never be forgotten

In our hearts. We love you Always.

Dad, Luana, Becky, Frank,Keith, Shawn, Jogenia.

Your Grandkids and GreatGrandkids

Kyle, Natelle & Krislynn, HappyValentine’s Day!Wishing you sweet treats and funsurprises on Valentine’s Day andevery day all year long! So Havea red-hot, turbo-charged, revved-up, ready-to-go kind ofValentine’s Day!

Love, MOM

To my April Rose, I love you much.Your mother’s heart will alwaysstay strong with prayers foryou’re freedom. I will never giveup on you. God bless you sweet-ie on this day of love.

Mother

A Happy Valentine’s Day to mynot-so little Milagro Mariposa...May your Valentine’s be filled withthe love, you so deserve. As Iknow you you have so much togive, yet we must never forget togive to ourselves as well. Wemust always remember where wecame from and always keep aneye on where we are going.Without those that have gone onbefore us, we would not be wherewe are today. Remember theones in the spirit world as theyare there when you need them, togive you strength and guidance.

Always your Padre’ Roberto

Happy-Happy V-D to my twoTwizted Sisterz, Bel & Mel andyour crazy daughterz & preciousgrand-daughters.

Blenda, Sapphire & AlexisMelinda, Mataya & Adrienne

Love always, your brother, uncleand great uncle!!! Bobbylew!!!

Happy Valentines to my five lov-ing children and my husbandWalter!

Only me, Inch

To: My Loving Husband WalterWe go through everything togeth-er weather we like it or not andthat’s why our marriage is sosacred. I just wanted you to know,You are my love and my Friend,so don’t make me give you someIndian Love.

Love your mean wife, Inch

Rachel, Hello Beautiful,I hope our second Valentinestogether proves to be as wonder-ful as the first and all those after!Thank you for sharing in this jour-ney with me!!

Love Jeremy

February 13, 2009Suwarog’omasuwiini (9) Classifieds

Geologist IClosing Date 2/17/09 - Red Willow Production Co.Acquires, prepares and interprets geologic data rel-evant to Red Willow’s operations, outside operatedinterests, and new opportunities, and, identifies,evaluates, and develops exploration and develop-ment opportunities.

Engineering TechnicianClosing Date 2/18/09 - Red Cedar Gathering Co.Tracking project progress status and analyzing costdata, maintaining accurate records in files and data-bases, and, maintaining and updating archive data-bases to record pipeline and facility additions andmodifications.

Office AssistantClosing Date 2/18/09 - SU Growth Fund

Coordination of general department office duties,including copying, filing, and miscellaneous cleri-cal duties.

Director of Execution and ConstructionClosing Date 2/23/09 - Red Cedar Gathering Co.Providing safe execution and construction manage-ment, cost control, schedule control, coordinationwith engineering and operations on all major proj-ects, pipeline systems, compression facilities andprocessing plants.

InternshipsClosing Date 3/27/09 - SU Growth FundThis is an opportunity to learn fundamentals withina particular career field and build a foundation uponwhich to market skills and abilities.

SSOOUUTTHHEERRNN UUTTEE GGRROOWWTTHH FFUUNNDD -- PPOOSSIITTIIOONNSSObtain complete job descriptions and applications from the Growth Fund Human Resources,

14933 Hwy. 172 • PO Box 367 • Ignacio, CO • (970) 563-5064 • [email protected] Member Employment Preference, Must Pass Pre-employment Drug Test & Criminal History.

Receptionist Mail ClerkCloses 02/15/09 - Performs reception duties for theSouthern Ute Tribal organization, including, but notlimited to, operation of the telephone switchboard,greeting visitors, providing information about theTribal government, and referring callers or visitors tothe appropriate office for assistance. Performs clericalduties for the Tribal Information Services Directorand other Departmental Divisions as needed.

Tribal Ranger (4 positions)Closes 02/20/09 - Under the general supervision ofWildlife Captain, assures compliance of all TribalNatural Resource Codes, Laws, Ordinances,Regulations and Policies.

Boys & Girls Club TutorOpen Until Filled - Coordinating and facilitatingBoys & Girls Club’s Power Hour tutoring program;Monday through Thursday, weekly. Tutors willassist youth, ages 6-18, with daily homework or elseprovide them with additional educational literatureduring the allotted time.

Lead Maintenance Technician TraineeOpen Until Filled - Trainee position for a SouthernUte Tribal member. This position was developed inorder to train a Southern Ute Tribal member tobecome fully competent in all the essential duties

and responsibilities of the Lead MaintenanceTechnician. The length of trainee program is oneyear with semi-annual evaluations and meritincreases based upon performance. The beginningwage is 10% below a grade 16. Upon completion ofthe program, incumbent will be responsible for pro-viding maintenance support, troubleshooting, andpreventive maintenance services for the SouthernUte Indian Tribe and functions as Acting DivisionSupervisor in the Supervisor’s absence. Collectsand categorizes information on systems and equip-ment. Tracks preventive maintenance, work orders,time and materials for Division’s operations.Monitors budget and expenditures. Directs andsupervise work on special projects.

Patrol OfficerOpen Until Filled - Patrols the Southern Ute IndianReservation, and is responsible for preserving thelife and property of all citizens within the TribalCommunity.

Ute Language TeacherOpen Until Filled - Assisting the Coordinator of theUte curriculum and Design in teaching the Ute lan-guage to the students, staff and parents of theSouthern Ute Indian Academy (SUIA). Employeeswill be trained to write the Ute language using theCharney system.

SSOOUUTTHHEERRNN UUTTEE IINNDDIIAANN TTRRIIBBEE -- PPOOSSIITTIIOONNSSPlease refer to the complete Job Announcement and Requirements in the Human Resources Dept.

P.O. Box 737 • Ignacio, CO 81137 Phone: (970) 563-0100 • Fax: (970) 563-0396*Human Resources accepts applications for Temporary Employment on an on-going basis.

Southern Ute Indian Tribe Job Hotline • (970) 563-4777A great new way to find out about job opportunities 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!

The job hotline lists the job title and closing date for both Permanent Fund and Growth Fund positions. Full job announcement including qualifications in Human Resource Department. Hotline is updated weekly.* Applications for Temporary Employment are accepted at the Human Resources Department on an

on-going basis. Applications are kept on file for 6 months.

Harley Davidson Specialists

Machining, Dyno-Tuning,V-Twin Performance Parts, Metric,

ATV, Personal Watercraft, Snow Accessories, Apparel,

Motorcycles for Sale

Proud Supporter ofIgnacio Bike Week 08

www.moonscustomcycles.com

755 Goddard AvenueDowntown, Ignacio

(970) 563-3666

Facilities Facilities Staff - FT HVAC Technician - FT Food, Beverage, Banquet, Rest.Beverage/Cocktail Server - FT Bistro Cashier - FT, PT Café Cashier - FT, FT, TMP In-Room Wait Staff - FT, PT Kitchen Supervisor - FT Kitchen Utility Steward - FT Restaurant, Buffet Manager - FT Restaurant Busser - PT Restaurant Cashier - FT, PT Restaurant Supervisor (RollingThunder) - FT Restaurant Wait Staff (Aspen) -FT, PT, OC Round Cook - FT Hotel/LodgeGift Shop Sales Clerk - FT

Room Attendant - FT IT/MISData Base Administrator - FT MarketingSales (Group Tours) CulturalCoordinator - FT, TMP Property Shift PositionsProperty Shift Manager - OC SlotsSlot Floor Person - FT Slot Shift Supervisor - OC Slot Technician II - FT SurveillanceSurveillance Agent - FT Surveillance IT Video Tech - FT Surveillance Lead Video Tech -FT Surveillance Video Tech - FT Table GamesTable Games Dealer - FT, OC

Table Games Supervisor - FT TransportationTransportation Staff/Valet - PT

SSKKYY UUTTEE LLOODDGGEE && CCAASSIINNOO -- PPOOSSIITTIIOONNSSHuman Resources Department: (970) 563-3387 • Fax: (970) 563-3367

PO Box 340 • Ignacio, CO 81137 • Office Hours 8 am - 5 pmIndian Preference Employer • All Applicants Welcome • Apply online: www.skyutecasino.com

Preference Given To QualifiedSouthern Ute Tribal Members &

Other Native Americans.

FT: Full-time, PT: Part-time,OC: On-Call, TMP: Temp

Chuck’s Handi Crafts(970) 764-0503

Taking orders for Christmas for custom-made items.

Specializing in Red Cedar Chests, Benches and Jewelry Boxes.

Working at the New Casino?We have vacant lots starting at $82,500, ranches and homes starting at $175,000.

Properties are from 2 to 18 minutes from the casino. Call Larry or Brad at (970) 883-4321.

Promotional Embroidery for Business - SchoolTeam Sports - Clubs - Personal - Including Hats - Shirts

Jackets - Uniforms - Blankets - Bags - Accessories

Ignacio, Colorado - (970) 883-5346 (970)946-0164action-logo.com

Something For SaleNeed a little extra cash? Do youhave something you want tosell? Place a classified ad withus. Please call (970) 563-0100,ask for Amy Barry.

FoundFound in the powwow arena atthe Southern Ute Tribal FairPowWow this past September,2008. Black backpack with tra-ditional items inside. Pleasecall to identify (970) 563-3662.

Census TakersUS Census Bureau is now hiring temporary census takers in all areas. Noexperience required. Up to 40 hrs/wk. $12.00 to $18.75/hr, .55 cents permile reimbursement, flexible hrs, work near home. 8+, valid SSN, mustpass background check and take skills test. Call toll free 1-866-861-2010or visit www.2010censusjobs.gov. Must be Native American.

CCoommmmuunniittyy BBuussiinneessss SSeecctt iioonnNeed to spread the word about your new

business or company? Advertise here with the Southern Ute Drum.

Business Corner Rates$16.00/month 3.5” x 2 “ Ad

Call Amy at (970) 563-0100 Ext. 2251 to getthe ball rollin’ for your business in 2009!

TTrriibbaall MMeemmbbeerr FFoorr WWiillddlliiffee DDiivviissiioonn AAddvviissoorryy BBooaarrdd VVaaccaannccyyThe Southern Ute Tribal Council and Wildlife Division are presently seeking interested enrolled SUITmembers wishing to fill a vacant seat on the Tribal Member Wildlife Advisory Board. This Board, estab-lished by the Council in 2005 and consisting of 5 volunteer members, works closely with the WildlifeDivision and Rangers in planning, reviewing, and recommending various actions related to Tribal hunt-ing and fishing programs. Meetings are held several times throughout the year, and a commitment toparticipate in all meetings is expected. To be eligible, a Tribal Member must not have committed a hunt-ing or fishing related violation in the past 5 years. Also, knowledge of the Tribe’s hunting and fishingresources and its approach to wildlife management is preferred. Eligible Tribal Members interested inserving on the Board should submit a brief letter of interest to the SUIT Wildlife Division at P.O. Box737, Ignacio CO 81137. Interested eligible applicants will be considered for a Board appointment by theTribal Council. For information, please contact the Wildlife Division at (970) 563-0130.

DriverOpen Until Filled - SUCAP Road Runner TransitHiring F/T. HS Diploma/GED required. Transit orschool bus experience preferred. Current CDL withpassenger endorsement preferred - we will train.Must be insurable by SUCAP. Applicants arerequired to submit a Motor Vehicle Report withapplication. Must pass drug/alcohol test, backgroundchecks, and pre-employment drug/alcohol screen.

Program AideOpen Until Filled - Ignacio Senior Center/SUCAP Coordinate and keep records for services renderedto local elderly and disabled. General office duties,deliver Meals on Wheels, and other related duties asassigned. Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.Must have valid Colorado driver’s license and beinsurable by SUCAP insurance.

Residential AssistantOpen Until Filled - Peaceful Spirit/SUCAPFull-time. Must have high school diploma/GED,minimum 2 years of continuous sobriety. Must beavailable to work weekends, nights, midnight shifts,irregular shifts and holidays. Great benefits. Mustpass criminal history background check.

Youth Peer Organizer (YPO)Open Until Filled - SUCAPHigh school students with good communication skillsto recruit other youth to participate in alcohol/sub-stance abuse prevention efforts and policy planning.Requires dedication of 5 hours/week for a maximumof 39 weeks. $6/hr, Part-time, no benefits.

Program DirectorClosing Date 2/20/09 - SUCAP Head StartSeeks a highly motivated individual with experi-ence in the field of early childhood development tooversee all operations of an award-winning pro-gram serving 132 children and their families. Musthave a BA in Early Childhood Education or closelyrelated field, three years demonstrated success in aHead Start program, management and administra-tion, staff supervision, budget and records manage-ment. Preferred Experience: federal grant manage-ment, grant-writing, work with volunteer boards,program evaluation, experience in a multi-culturalsetting. Competitive salary, excellent benefits.

Various Full-Time & Part-Time PositionsOpen Until Filled - Ignacio Head Start/SUCAPTeacher/Sub-Teachers, Bus Driver, DTBY ProgramAide. Must pass background checks, please call(970) 563-4566 and ask Char Schank for more info.

SSUUCCAAPPSouthern Ute Community Action Program

Central Office • 285 Lakin St., Ignacio, CO • (970) 563-4517Obtain complete job description/application from SUCAP offices.

For SaleJVC Home Stereo with towerspeakers. Entertainment centerwith shelves to fit up to 60” flatscreen television. Seriousinquiries, call (970) 779-8306.

For Sale2006 Dodge Dually, 4x4, CrewCab, One tone, Excellent con-dition $20,000.00 (970) 946-2602.

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“Sunrise Song” Unveiled at Sky Ute Casino ResortSouthern Ute Tribal Elder,

Kenny Frost takes a moment toprepare a blessing for the newlyplaced bronze statue ”SunriseSong” created by sculptorOreland Joe of Kirtland, NM(above, left). The flute playerstatue was delivered and set onThursday, February 12, 2009 infront of the East entrance(Event Center) to the Sky UteCasino Resort.

Editors Note: Permissionwas granted by Kenny Frost, aSundancer and Tribal Elderprior to the Drum photogra-pher taking the photo of theblessing (at right).

Tribe’s Royalty Represent at Snowdown

La Plata students hit theRolling Thunder BowlingLanes on Wednesday after-noon. Twenty-five HighSchool students from Ignacio,Bayfield, and Durango inleadership training and edu-cation programs meet month-ly. Shane Brooks, a Junior atIgnacio High School, is seen inaction at Left. Also repressingIgnacio High School wasHannah Minkler. This eventwas held at the Sky UteCasino Resort on Wednesday,February 11, 2009.


photos Jeremy Wade Shockley/SU DRUM

High School Leadership

photos Jeremy Wade Shockley/SU DRUM

Snowdown in Durango,Colorado is a long-standingtradition for locals. The 5-dayevent was held January 28 -February 1, 2009. The weekendSnowdown festivities werekicked off with the traditionallight parade on Main Streetthrough historic downtown onFriday night, January 30, 2009.The theme for this year’sSnowdown was “In Da Nile”with an Egyptian flare. TheSouthern Ute Indian Tribe wasrepresented with their ownfloat appropriately named“Royalty on the Nile” made upof Royalty members and ayouthful drum group. JuniorMiss Southern Ute BriannaGoodTracks-Alires daughter ofJennifer GoodTracks and TomAlires and Little Miss SouthernUte Izabella Valdez daughterof Marquetta and Walter Howerepresented Tribal Royalty. Thedrum group consisted ofSouthern Ute Academy andIgnacio school students.

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