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The Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) is looking to organize public meetings to provide the community with more information on plans and associated costs for the new administration building to be built at 2901 Cornerstone Drive.

On Tuesday, April 1, the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) unanimously approved a letter to Sen. John Hickenlooper encouraging him to co-sponsor S. 356, the Secure Rural Schools (SRS) Reauthorization Act of 2025.

Archuleta County Public Health Department to celebrate National Public Health Week

The Archuleta County Public Health Department (ACPHD) is proud to join communities nationwide in celebrating National Public Health Week April 7-13.  This year’s theme, “It Starts Here,” underscores the critical role public health plays in ensuring the well-being of our community.

Archuleta County and The Town of Pagosa Springs, along with the Pagosa Springs Community Development Corporation, have organized and participated in a housing needs assessment that will provide an analysis of the county’s housing market.

By Clayton Chaney Staff Writer A plot of land located off of County Road 193, near Chimney Rock National Monument, was recently returned to its rightful owner — the U.S. Forest …

Town to hold meeting on updated cemetery rules and regulations

The Town of Pagosa Springs is seeking public input regarding proposed updated rules and regulations for the operation of Hilltop Cemetery on April 7 from 5:30 to 6: 30 p.m. in the Town Hall Council …

On March 25, the Pagosa Springs Planning Commission decided to delay a final decision on a sketch major subdivision application for a development being called Pagosa West, voting to continue the matter for future consideration. 

On March 25, at a joint meeting, the Pagosa Springs Town Council and Archuleta County Board of County Commission (BoCC) discussed the testing of area fire hydrants.

County attorney resigns

Archuleta County Attorney Todd Weaver submitted a formal resignation letter addressed to all county elected officials and county department heads on Thursday, March 20.

County opts out of Big Spring Clean event for 2025

Archuleta County has opted out of the annual Big Spring Clean event this year.

On Tuesday, March 18, the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) approved an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with the city of Durango for the county to house Durango municipal offenders at Archuleta County’s detention center.

At recent meetings, the San Juan Water Conservancy District (SJWCD) and the Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD) took steps towards collaboratively determining the future of management at Running Iron Ranch.

At its March 13 meeting, the Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD) Board of Directors discussed a request by Generation Housing Partners for an alteration in water and wastewater service fees for its Timberline affordable housing project and voted to create a subcommittee to study the issue further.

The Archuleta County Board of Health (BoH) discussed measles outbreaks that have been reported in surrounding states, including Texas and New Mexico, during its regular meeting held on March 20.

New forensic nurse examination program launched

The Archuleta County Public Health Department is proud to announce the launch of the Forensic Nurse Examinations (FNE) Program, a new initiative designed to serve individuals affected by trauma, violence and abuse. 

Work will begin on Monday, March 24, with the removal of permanent pavement markings and the installation of temporary striping to prepare the work zone for turning the eastbound lanes of U.S. 160 into two-way traffic. Traffic shifts should be expected during this operation.

During its regular meeting held on Tuesday, March 18, the Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) unanimously approved a purchase and sale agreement for the property located at 2901 Cornerstone Drive for the purpose of constructing a new county administration building.

Hydrant testing agreement discussed

At its March 13 board meeting, the Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD) Board of Directors discussed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Archuleta County Sheriff’s …

On March 18, the Pagosa Springs Town Council again considered bringing a town-only sales tax increase in front of the town’s voters to create a revenue stream which would pay for critical repairs and upgrades to the town’s aging wastewater system.

PAWSD hears drought plan presentation

At its March 13 meeting, the Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD) Board of Directors heard a presentation on the district’s drought management plan.

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