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PAWSD seeking new board member following resignation

The Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD) Board of Directors voted to accept the resignation of Paul Hansen from the board and to initiate a search for another director at its July 25 meeting.

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At a special meeting on July 25, the Pagosa Springs Town Council clarified a previously approved motion to lease town-owned property to La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) for the purpose of installing a new LPEA substation. 

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Consumer advisory: insurance tips for Coloradans evacuated due to wildfire threats

In recent days, Colorado wildfires have erupted in multiple locations, prompting evacuation orders for threatened communities. 

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New Town Hall office hours announced

The Pagosa Springs Town Hall will have new operating hours beginning Monday, Aug. 9, according to Town Manager David Harris.

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Water district discusses challenges with outlying areas

At its July 25 meeting, the Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD) Board of Directors discussed issues and high costs relating to outlying areas of the district’s water system.

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Average home price in county up more than $100,000 from 2023

Real estate prices have continued to rise in Pagosa Country. According to data from the Pagosa Springs Area Association of Realtors (PSAAR), from the beginning of the year through the end of June, there have been 355 new home listings, with 154 of those being sold. 

Candidates announced for LPEA’s director elections

La Plata Electric Association’s (LPEA) independent election supervisory committee has qualified candidates for the cooperative’s 2024 board of directors election.

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The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is legally required to include a median for the 400 block of Pagosa Street in its upcoming reconstruction project, according to Main Street Advisory Board Coordinator Kathleen McFadden.

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Town, county planning commissions hold joint meeting

The Archuleta County Planning Commission and the Pagosa Springs Planning Commission held a joint meeting on July 9, with a range of topics discussed. 

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County unemployment rate rises to 3.7 percent in June

According to a July 19 press release from the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE), Archuleta County’s unemployment rate rose to 3.7 percent for the month of June, up from 3.6 percent for the month of May.

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Rains bring local flooding, damage

Recent rains over the past month have been beneficial for relieving drought around Pagosa Country, but, with that, multiple homes and businesses in the community have had to deal with cleaning up and rebuilding after having their property damaged by flooding from the exterior.

LPEA and 4CORE to host Sunnyside Community Solar application event

La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) and the Four Corners Office for Resource Efficiency (4CORE) are announcing an upcoming application event for the Sunnyside Community Solar program.

ColorFest event tickets now on sale

The summer is flying by, and fall is right around the corner.  That means that planning for ColorFest activities, Sept. 20-22, is in full swing. 

State opens applications for up to $10,000 for aspiring educators

The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) invites aspiring educators to apply for up to $10,000 in financial assistance for educator preparation program fees. 

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Archuleta County Assessor Johanna Tully-Elliott provided a report on the 2024 valuation of property in the county, as well as on protests of valuation and their results, to the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) at its July 16 meeting.

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This years’ Fourth of July celebrations drew in big crowds, with more than 63,300 people visiting Archuleta County from July 3-7, according to a Placer report provided by Tourism Director …

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Council to consider parking lot at Town Park athletic field

The Pagosa Springs Town Council will consider a project to add parking at the Town Park athletic field at its Thursday, July 18, meeting. 

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Commissioners discuss road projects with CDOT

At its July 9 work session, the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) held an annual discussion with representatives from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT).

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May sales tax revenue up over 4 percent compared to 2023

May sales tax collections are up more than 4 percent compared to last year’s figures, according to reports from Archuleta County Finance Director Chad Eaton.

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Commissioners hear county airport update

At its July 9 work session, the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) heard an update from Airport Manager Chris Torres on ongoing work and issues at the airport.

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