On April 15, the Pagosa Springs Town Council authorized Slate Communications, a Colorado-based public relations agency, to provide communications services related to the town’s funding needs for its sewer system and related improvements.
Each May, communities across the country celebrate National Historic Preservation Month, a time to recognize and reflect on the places, stories and traditions that shape our shared history.
On Tuesday, May 6, Gov. Jared Polis, the Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) and the Governor’s Office of Information Technology (OIT) launched a new pilot Colorado Property Tax Map to offer Coloradans a centralized, accessible and reliable source to estimate property taxes and view statewide taxing jurisdictions and boundaries.
On May 6, the Pagosa Springs Town Council approved a liquor permit request for the businesses along the north side of the 400 block of U.S. 160 to host “sip-and-shop” events in that section of downtown during this year’s summer months.
The Archuleta County Public Health Department (ACPHD) is excited to announce upcoming opportunities for breast and cervical cancer screenings through the Women’s Wellness Connection (WWC) program.
The spring cemetery cleanup is scheduled for May 19 through June 2.
During its April 15 work session, the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) discussed options as to how the grant portion of its business assistance funds will be managed and distributed.
Fire officials across the region and state are preparing for the upcoming season, with the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) releasing its fire outlook and preparedness plan on April 24, and regional agencies meeting earlier this week.
On April 29, the Pagosa Springs Town Council and Pagosa Springs Planning Commission met jointly to discuss the possibility of allowing metropolitan, or metro, districts within town limits.
At the April 14 meeting of the Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD) Board of Directors, the board discussed water flow requirements for firefighting and the district’s relationship with the Pagosa Fire Protection District (PFPD).
During a meeting held on Tuesday, April 15, the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) voted unanimously to table a rezone request, along with a general variance request, for a property located at 5503 U.S. 84 owned by the Troxtells.
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On Thursday, April 24, the Archuleta County Planning Commission unanimously recommended approving changes to the county’s Land Use Regulations relating to public notice requirements.
On Tuesday, April 22, the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) held a special meeting with Rep. Jeff Hurd at the county’s administration building, with only one matter on the posted agenda as a new business item, “Discussions With Congressman Hurd.”
Work activity • Work continues on utility exploration. The team is focused on the water line. There is a high possibility for unexpected challenges when it comes to utilities, so the team …
On Tuesday, April 22, County Manager Jack Harper confirmed in an interview with The SUN that the county’s preferred candidate for the county attorney position, Martha Whitmore, had withdrawn from consideration.
The Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) and Pagosa Springs Town Council recently each approved the adoption of the 2025 Archuleta County regional housing needs assessment (HNA).
On April 14, the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners and Pagosa Springs Town Council heard an update from the Colorado Department of Transportation’s (CDOT’s) public information team in regard to current status of the U.S. 160 reconstruction project with pedestrian safety being a top concern as of late.
The San Juan Water Conservancy District (SJWCD) Board of Directors heard an update on the litigation the district is involved in, including its lawsuit with the Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD), at its April 14 meeting.
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and contracting partner Elam Construction will begin a surface treatment project on April 29 along U.S. 160 east of Pagosa Springs, from Treasure …
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