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Routt CountyCO averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$756,200 Municipal budget
Total revenue$76.7M (FY2023)
Total spending$61.3M (FY2023)
Taxes$37.1M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$3.6M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,443 (FY2023)
Development activity
2025218 housing units ($305.2M)
Upcoming
Mon Aug 31, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
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CALL TO ORDER
COUNTY MANAGER/LEGAL/COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Jay Harrington, County Manager
Melina Bricker, Assistant County Manager
Lynaia South, County Attorney
MEETING ADJOURNED
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special accommodation due to a
disability, please call the Commissioners' Office at (970) 879-0108 to ensure we can
meet your needs. Please notify us of your request as soon as possible before the
scheduled event.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to
everyone. Our ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content Accessibility
Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, level AA criteria. This agenda includes links to
information provided by a third party over which we cannot guarantee accessibility.
If the format of any material on this agenda interferes with your ability to access
information, please contact us. Additional ways to provide feedback regarding
accessibility are available online (www.co.routt.co.us/994/Website-Accessibility).
ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Work Session Agenda
August 31, 2026
Times listed on the agenda are approximations and may be longer, shorter,
or earlier than scheduled, with no notice. Agendas are subject to change up
to 24 hours before the start of the meeting. To ensure you have the most …
Tue Sep 1, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment must be presented succinctly and as prescribed by the BCC
Chair. Public comment will not be heard during this time if it concerns any item
scheduled for today or quasi-judicial items (hearings scheduled to be heard by
the BCC involving the presentation of evidence in any form for BCC
consideration). Public comment for an item scheduled on today ’s agenda may
be taken during that item ’s scheduled time. The BCC will take public comment
under consideration but will not make any decision or take action at this time.
IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THE MEETING REMOTELY, To make a public comment
raise your hand on the Zoom platform or if calling in press *9. The moderator will
then select you when it is your turn. Written public comments can also be
submitted to bcc@co.routt.co.us. Please indicate in the subject line of your
email that it is a public comment. Public comments will be entered into the
record.
APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, MANUAL WARRANTS, AND PAYROLL
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Items of routine and non-controversial nature are placed on the consent
agenda to allow the Board of County Commissioners to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any Commissioner
may request that an item be "PULLED" from the consent agenda and
considered separately. Any member of the public may "REQUEST" any item
to be "PULLED" from the consent agenda.
APPROVAL AND AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR TO
ROUTT COUNTY BOARD …
Thu Sep 3, 2026
Planning
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
September 3, 2026
6:00 PM
*ZOOM ONLY*
Agendas are subject to change up to 24 hours before the start of the
meeting. To ensure you have the most up-to-date information, please check
the agenda within 24 hours of its start time.
Planning Commission meetings are open to the public unless otherwise
noted. All meetings will be held in the Routt County Historic Courthouse -
522 Lincoln Avenue, Hearing Room, Steamboat Springs - or otherwise noted.
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Meeting ID 391 342 8854
Passcode 12345
CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may address the Planning Commission on items not on the
agenda. (Comments regarding items on the agenda will be taken during that agenda
item.)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MINUTES FROM AUGUST 20, 2026
082026-pc-corrected-CL.pdf
CONSENT AGENDA
There will be no discussion of the below item(s). If any Planning Commission member or
staff requests that the item be removed from consent agenda, it will be placed on the
regular agenda.
USLANDER CONSOLIDATION AND VACATION OF EASEMENTS
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2.
3.
A.
Documents:
4.
A.
PL20250102 Staff Report with attachments.pdf
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Administrator's Report may include the reading of future Planning Commission agendas
and recent Board of County Commissioner decisions.
ADJOURNMENT
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special …
Recent meetings
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Routt County commissioners to review 2027 budgets and housing land transfer
The Routt County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with public comment, approval of accounts payable, and a consent agenda. They will consider adopting an updated cash handling policy and approving a quit claim deed for a 174 sq. ft. strip of land related to the Hayden Municipal Housing Authority's 365 S Poplar project. The board will also receive 2027 budget presentations from several departments, including Accounting, Human Resources, Human Services, Veterans Services, and the Yampa Valley Regional Airport, as well as a 2027 FTE request presentation.
- Consideration to adopt updated cash handling policy
- Quit claim deed for 174 sq. ft. strip for Hayden Municipal Housing Authority's 365 S Poplar project
- 2027 budget presentations: Accounting, Human Resources, Human Services, Veterans Services, Yampa Valley Regional Airport
- 2027 FTE request presentation
- Approval of April 2026 meeting minutes
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment must be presented succinctly and as prescribed by the BCC
Chair. Public comment will not be heard during this time if it concerns any item
scheduled for today or quasi-judicial items (hearings scheduled to be heard by
the BCC involving the presentation of evidence in any form for BCC
consideration). Public comment for an item scheduled on today ’s agenda may
be taken during that item ’s scheduled time. The BCC will take public comment
under consideration but will not make any decision or take action at this time.
IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THE MEETING REMOTELY, To make a public comment
raise your hand on the Zoom platform or if calling in press *9. The moderator will
then select you when it is your turn. Written public comments can also be
submitted to bcc@co.routt.co.us. Please indicate in the subject line of your
email that it is a public comment. Public comments will be entered into the
record.
APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, MANUAL WARRANTS, AND PAYROLL
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Items of routine and non-controversial nature are placed on the consent
agenda to allow the Board of County Commissioners to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any Commissioner
may request that an item be "PULLED" from the consent agenda and
considered separately. Any member of the public may "REQUEST" any item
to be "PULLED" from the consent agenda.
APPROVAL OF APRIL 2026 MINUTES
ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMM …
Mon Aug 24, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
County reviews 2027 budgets for assessor, IT, emergency management, communications, health
The Routt County Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to review proposed 2027 budgets from several county departments. Presentations will cover the Assessor, Information Technologies and GIS, Emergency Management, Communications, and Northwest Colorado Health. The board will also receive updates from the County Manager, Assistant County Manager, and County Attorney. No final decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and review session.
- Assessor 2027 budget presentation
- Information Technologies and GIS 2027 budget presentation
- Emergency Management 2027 budget presentation
- Communications and Comm Pool 2027 budget presentations
- Northwest Colorado Health 2027 budget presentation
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CALL TO ORDER
COUNTY MANAGER/LEGAL/COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Jay Harrington, County Manager
Melina Bricker, Assistant County Manager
Lynaia South, County Attorney
BREAK
ASSESSOR 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION
ASSESSOR 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION.PDF
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATIONS
INFO TECHNOLOGY AND GIS 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION.PDF
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATIONS
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION.PDF
COMMUNICATIONS 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION.PDF
COMM POOL 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION.PDF
ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Work Session Agenda
August 24, 2026
Times listed on the agenda are approximations and may be longer, shorter,
or earlier than scheduled, with no notice. Agendas are subject to change up
to 24 hours before the start of the meeting. To ensure you have the most up-
to-date information, please check the agenda within 24 hours of its start
time. If you are joining the meeting for a specific item, please join 10 minutes
before the item to ensure you are present for the beginning of the item.
All regular meetings are open to the public unless otherwise noted. All
meetings will be held in the Routt County Historic Courthouse - 522 Lincoln
Avenue, Hearing Room, Steamboat Springs - or otherwise noted.
Join the meeting via our
.
Zoom Link
1.
9:30 A.M.
2.
9:30 A.M.
3.
11:00 A.M.
4.
1:00 P.M.
Documents:
5.
1:20 P.M.
Documents:
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Thu Aug 20, 2026
Planning
Planning Commission to consider Surrey Trail subdivision consolidation, zone change, and easement vacation
The Routt County Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to consider a consent agenda item involving the Surrey Trail Subdivision consolidation, a zone change, and vacation of easements. The item, PL20260049, involves consolidating lots 17-20 of Sky Hitch at Stagecoach, rezoning from High Density Residential (HDR) to Mountain Residential Estates (MRE), and vacating utility and trail easements along interior lot lines. The meeting is open to the public and will be held via Zoom only.
- Consolidation of Lots 17-20, Sky Hitch at Stagecoach
- Rezone from High Density Residential (HDR) to Mountain Residential Estates (MRE)
- Vacation of utility and trail easement along interior lot lines
- Applicant: Neil and Miranda Prejean
- Location: approximately 0.61 miles south of intersection of CR 16 and Hoch Eye Way
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
August 20, 2026
6:00 PM
*ZOOM ONLY*
Agendas are subject to change up to 24 hours before the start of the
meeting. To ensure you have the most up-to-date information, please check
the agenda within 24 hours of its start time.
Planning Commission meetings are open to the public unless otherwise
noted. All meetings will be held in the Routt County Historic Courthouse -
522 Lincoln Avenue, Hearing Room, Steamboat Springs - or otherwise noted.
Join via ZOOM
Meeting ID 391 342 8854
Passcode 12345
CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may address the Planning Commission on items not on the
agenda. (Comments regarding items on the agenda will be taken during that agenda
item.)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MINUTES FROM JULY 16, 2026
071626-pc-corrected_cl.pdf
CONSENT AGENDA
There will be no discussion of the below item(s). If any Planning Commission member or
staff requests that the item be removed from consent agenda, it will be placed on the
regular agenda.
SURREY TRAIL SUBDIVISION CONSOLICATION, ZONE CHANGE AND VACATION
1.
2.
3.
A.
Documents:
4.
A.
OF EASEMENTS; PL20260049
PL20260049 Staff Report with attachments.pdf
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Administrator's Report may include the reading of future Planning Commission agendas
and recent Board of County Commissioner decisions.
ADJOURNMENT
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
Americans wit …
Tue Aug 18, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Routt County to vote on naming Angels Landing road, liquor license renewal
The Routt County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on August 18, 2026, to consider several items including a resolution to name a road 'Angels Landing', a tavern liquor license renewal for Hahn's Peak Café, and a contract award for wildfire mitigation. They will also discuss the Yampa Valley Regional Airport business park phase 2 master documents and a change order for taxiway design, plus a mental health response team pay scale. The agenda includes an executive session for legal matters and a Colorado River District annual update.
- Resolution #2026-060 to name Angels Landing road
- Tavern liquor license renewal for La Tazza Inc dba Hahn's Peak Café
- RFP 890 Wildfire Mitigation award approval
- Yampa Valley Regional Airport Aviation Business Park Phase 2 master documents
- Change Order #1 to Amendment #26 with Mead & Hunt for Taxiway F design
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment must be presented succinctly and as prescribed by the BCC Chair.
Public comment will not be heard during this time if it concerns any item scheduled
for today or quasi-judicial items (hearings scheduled to be heard by the BCC involving
the presentation of evidence in any form for BCC consideration). Public comment for
an item scheduled on today ’s agenda may be taken during that item’s scheduled
time. The BCC will take public comment under consideration but will not make any
decision or take action at this time.
IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THE MEETING REMOTELY, To make a public comment raise
your hand on the Zoom platform or if calling in press *9. The moderator will then select
you when it is your turn. Written public comments can also be submitted to
bcc@co.routt.co.us. Please indicate in the subject line of your email that it is a public
comment. Public comments will be entered into the record.
APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, MANUAL WARRANTS, AND PAYROLL
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Items of routine and non-controversial nature are placed on the consent agenda
to allow the Board of County Commissioners to spend its time and energy on more
important items on a lengthy agenda. Any Commissioner may request that an item
be "PULLED" from the consent agenda and considered separately. Any member of
the public may "REQUEST" any item to be "PULLED" from the consent agenda.
APPROVAL OF AND AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR TO SIGN
RESOLUTION #20 …
Mon Aug 17, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Routt County commissioners to review 2027 budgets for sheriff, clerk, and more
The Routt County Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to review 2027 budget presentations from the Sheriff, Environmental Health, and Clerk and Recorder departments. They will also discuss the results of a wildfire and land stewardship survey. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at the Routt County Historic Courthouse.
- Wildfire and land stewardship polling results presentation
- Sheriff 2027 budget presentation
- Environmental Health 2027 budget presentations (including Milner, Pburg, and Recycle)
- Clerk and Recorder 2027 budget presentations (including Motor Vehicle and Elections)
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CALL TO ORDER
COUNTY MANAGER/LEGAL/COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Jay Harrington, County Manager
Melina Bricker, Assistant County Manager
Lynaia South, County Attorney
WILDFIRE AND LAND STEWARDSHIP POLLING RESULTS
220-8079 ROUTT COUNTY CO SURVEY ANALYSIS FOR 8-17-2026.PDF
SHERIFF 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION
SHERIFF 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION.PDF
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATIONS
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION.PDF
MILNER 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION.PDF
PBURG 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION.PDF
RECYCLE 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION.PDF
CLERK AND RECORDER 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATIONS
ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Work Session Agenda
August 17, 2026
Times listed on the agenda are approximations and may be longer, shorter,
or earlier than scheduled, with no notice. Agendas are subject to change up
to 24 hours before the start of the meeting. To ensure you have the most up-
to-date information, please check the agenda within 24 hours of its start
time. If you are joining the meeting for a specific item, please join 10 minutes
before the item to ensure you are present for the beginning of the item.
All regular meetings are open to the public unless otherwise noted. All
meetings will be held in the Routt County Historic Courthouse - 522 Lincoln
Avenue, Hearing Room, Steamboat Springs - or otherwise noted.
Join the meeting via our
.
Zoom Link
1.
9:30 A.M.
2.
9:30 A.M.
3. …
Mon Aug 17, 2026
PDR
PDR Board to review conservation easement impacts and two project applications
The Routt County Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) Citizens' Advisory Board will discuss how conservation easements affect future development and subdivision design under the Unified Development Code, review administrative updates, and consider Tier I and Tier II project applications. The board will also finalize confidentiality and conflict-of-interest forms, set meeting timelines, and recap a May meeting with the Colorado Cattlemen's Agricultural Land Trust. An executive session may be held to discuss property transactions.
- Discussion with Routt County Planning on conservation easement effects on subdivision design and density eligibility
- Final review of confidentiality statement and conflicts of interest form
- Recap of May 7, 2026 meeting with Colorado Cattlemen's Agricultural Land Trust (CCALT)
- Tier II review of Project 222
- Tier I review of Project 225 (tabled from June 19, 2026)
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Purchase of Development Rights
Citizens ’ Advisory Board
Agenda
August 17, 2026
9:30 am
135 6th Street, Steamboat Springs
Gilpin Creek Conference Room
CLICK HERE to join via Zoom
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL FOR THE PURPOSE OF DETERMINING A QUORUM
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF THE JUNE 18, 2026 MINUTES FOR THE
REGULAR SESSION AND EXECUTIVE SESSION OF THE PDR BOARD MEETING
PDR MEETING MINUTES 6.18.2026.PDF
ROUTT COUNTY PLANNING
Discussion with Routt County Planning regarding the potential effects of conservation
easements on future development opportunities and subdivision design under the Unified
Development Code (UDC), including questions related to Land Preservation Subdivisions,
remainder parcels, and density eligibility.
BOARD GOVERNANCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE UPDATES
FINAL REVIEW OF CONFIDENTIALITY STATEMENT
FINAL REVIEW OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST FORM
TIMELINES
l Timing between PDR and BCC meetings
l Set PDR quarterly meetings
l Set dates for TIER II submissions to align with regular PDR meetings
RECAP OF MEETING WITH CCALT
On May 7, 2026, the Assistant County Attorney, the PDR Board Chair, and the PDR
Staff Assistant met with staff from the Colorado Cattlemen's Agricultural Land Trust
(CCALT). This meeting was requested by CCALT and the topics discussed are listed
below.
A.
Transaction Cost Reimbursement documentation requirements
B.
Program process and accessibility
¡ PDR processes
¡ Onboarding new staff
¡ Guidance or resources to streamline questions
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9:30 A.M …
Fri Aug 14, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
County commissioners to discuss CSU activities in community
The Routt County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a single agenda item: a discussion with Colorado State University President Amy Parsons about current CSU activity in the community. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with no other business listed.
- Discussion with CSU President Amy Parsons on CSU community activity
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COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY (CSU) IN THE COMMUNITY
The Board of County Commissioners and CSU President Amy Parsons will
discuss current CSU activity within the community.
MEETING ADJOURNED
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special accommodation due to a
disability, please call the Commissioners' Office at (970) 879-0108 to ensure we can
meet your needs. Please notify us of your request as soon as possible before the
scheduled event.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to
everyone. Our ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content Accessibility
Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, level AA criteria. This agenda includes links to
information provided by a third party over which we cannot guarantee
accessibility. If the format of any material on this agenda interferes with your
ability to access information, please contact us. Additional ways to provide feedback
regarding accessibility are available online (www.co.routt.co.us/994/Website-
Accessibility).
ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Regular Meeting Agenda
August 14, 2026
Times listed on the agenda are approximations and may be longer, shorter,
or earlier than scheduled, with no notice. Agendas are subject to change up
to 24 hours before the start of the meeting. To ensure you have the most …
Thu Aug 13, 2026
Airport
Airport commission to hear updates on capital projects, air service, and Atlantic Aviation
The Yampa Valley Airport Commission is meeting to discuss airport and capital project updates, air service updates, and an Atlantic Aviation update. They will also receive reports from committees and review manager's reports for Steamboat Springs Airport and Yampa Valley Regional Airport. The meeting is primarily informational, with no votes on specific items listed.
- Airport/Capital/Infrastructure/Budget Update by Josh Schroeder and Tinneal Gerber
- Air Service Update by Janet Fischer/Tinneal Gerber
- Atlantic Aviation Update by Tim Ascher
- Reports from Marketing and Outreach and Finance committees
- Manager's reports for SBS and HDN provided via email
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YAMPA VALLEY AIRPORT COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
August 13, 2026
The meeting will be held at Steamboat Springs Airport via a hybrid in-person/Teams
meeting format with formal agenda starting at 6:00 pm MST. A light dinner will be
served at 5:30 PM. The meeting will begin promptly at 6:00 PM MST.
Join the meeting via our Teams Link.
Meeting ID: 221 924 271 259 3
Passcode: WR7TZ933
Organizational Matters: Time Allotted: 15 Minutes
Roll Call
Approval Of The June 18, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
YVAC MINUTES 18 JUNE 26.PDF
Non-Agenda Public Comments: Time Allotted 3 Minutes
Comments From The Board Members: Time Allotted: 5 Minutes
New Business: Time Allotted: 60 Minutes
Meeting Ground
Rules
Meeting
Objectives
l Start on time,
end early
l Participate fully
l Listen to
understand
l Be respectful of
each others
l Honor diversity
of opinions
l Use humor
l One person
speaks at a time
l Airport & Capital
Project Update
l Air Service
Update
l Committee
Reports
l Identify June 18,
2026 Agenda
Items
l Total Time: 1
Hour, 31
Minutes?
1.
1.I.
1.II.
Documents:
2.
3.
4.
Airport/Capital/Infrastructure/Budget Update - Josh Schroeder
Airport/Capital/Infrastructure/Budget Update - Tinneal Gerber
Air Service Update - Janet Fischer/Tinneal Gerber
Atlantic Aviation Update - Tim Ascher
Reports From YVAC Committees: Time Allotted: 15 Minutes
Marketing And Outreach: Michael Buccino, Janet Fischer, Keith Hensley, Tinneal
Gerber, Josh Schroeder
Finance: Tim Redmond, Steve Bi …
Tue Aug 11, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Routt County BCC to review 2027 budgets, approve FAA terminal grants
The Routt County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on August 11, 2026, covering consent agenda items, a special use permit for the Hewes Gravel Pit, and multiple 2027 budget presentations from county departments and partner agencies. The board will also consider approving Federal Aviation Administration grant agreements for the West Terminal Expansion Construction at Yampa Valley Regional Airport.
- Special use permit for Hewes Gravel Pit (PL20250096)
- FAA grant agreements for West Terminal Expansion Construction
- 2027 budget presentations for Purchasing, Coroner, Search and Rescue, and others
- Resolution 2026-058 proclaiming August 2026 as Child Support Awareness Month
- Special event liquor permit for Rocky Mountain Youth Corps event on October 1, 2026
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment must be presented succinctly and as prescribed by the BCC
Chair. Public comment will not be heard during this time if it concerns any item
scheduled for today or quasi-judicial items (hearings scheduled to be heard by
the BCC involving the presentation of evidence in any form for BCC
consideration). Public comment for an item scheduled on today ’s agenda may
be taken during that item ’s scheduled time. The BCC will take public comment
under consideration but will not make any decision or take action at this time.
IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THE MEETING REMOTELY, To make a public comment
raise your hand on the Zoom platform or if calling in press *9. The moderator will
then select you when it is your turn. Written public comments can also be
submitted to bcc@co.routt.co.us. Please indicate in the subject line of your
email that it is a public comment. Public comments will be entered into the
record.
APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, MANUAL WARRANTS, AND PAYROLL
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Items of routine and non-controversial nature are placed on the consent
agenda to allow the Board of County Commissioners to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any Commissioner
may request that an item be "PULLED" from the consent agenda and
considered separately. Any member of the public may "REQUEST" any item
to be "PULLED" from the consent agenda.
AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR TO SIGN RESOLUTION 2026-P-059;
ROUT …
Mon Aug 10, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Routt County commissioners review 2027 budget proposals
The Routt County Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to review 2027 budget presentations from several county departments, including Planning, County Attorney, CSU Extension, Building, Treasurer, Public Trustee, and EMS. The meeting is for discussion and planning, not final approval. No specific dollar amounts or decisions are listed in the agenda.
- 2027 budget presentation for Planning department
- 2027 budget presentation for County Attorney
- 2027 budget presentation for CSU Extension
- 2027 budget presentation for Building department
- 2027 budget presentation for Treasurer, Public Trustee, and EMS
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CALL TO ORDER
PLANNING 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION
PLANNING 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION.PDF
COUNTY ATTORNEY 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION
COUNTY ATTORNEY 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION.PDF
CSU EXTENSION 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION
CSU EXTENSION 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION.PDF
BUILDING 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATIONS
BUILDING DEPARTMENT 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION.PDF
TREASURER 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATIONS
TREASURER 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION.PDF
ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Work Session Agenda
August 10, 2026
Times listed on the agenda are approximations and may be longer, shorter,
or earlier than scheduled, with no notice. Agendas are subject to change up
to 24 hours before the start of the meeting. To ensure you have the most up-
to-date information, please check the agenda within 24 hours of its start
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PUBLIC TRUSTEE 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION.PDF
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Mon Aug 10, 2026
Planning
Board to decide two setback adjustments for additions
The Routt County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two requests for adjustments to setback regulations. One involves an addition at 31650 Aspen Ridge Rd, the other an agricultural outbuilding at 11635 County Road 69. The board will also approve minutes from June 8, 2026.
- PL20260044: Kevin Rohnstock and Claudia Anderson seek a setback adjustment for an addition at 31650 Aspen Ridge Rd, Lot 48 Dakota Ridge Subdivision.
- PL20260043: Tyson and Ashley Sweetser seek a setback adjustment for an agricultural outbuilding at 11635 County Road 69.
- Approval of minutes from the June 8, 2026 Board of Adjustment meeting.
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BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA
August 10, 2026
6:00 PM
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may address the Board of Adjustment on items not on the agenda.
(Comments regarding items on the agenda will be taken during that agenda item.)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MINUTES FROM JUNE 8, 2026
060826-boa-final_CL.pdf
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
ROHNSTOCK AND ANDERSON ADDITION ADJUSTMENT; PL20260044
PL20260044 Staff Report with Attachments for 8.10.2026 BOA meeting.pdf
SWEETSER ADJUSTMENT; PL20260043
PL20260043 Staff Report with Attachments.pdf
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Administrator's Report may include the reading of future Board of Adjustments agendas.
ADJOURNMENT
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Tue Aug 4, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Board to decide road name, subdivision rezone, and event permits
The Routt County Board of County Commissioners will meet August 4, 2026 to approve routine payments, authorize the chair to sign a resolution naming Freedom Way, and decide on a subdivision rezone for Aspenglow Mountain. The board will also consider a 2027 SBT GRVL road event permit, a temporary construction easement for CR 80, and letters supporting water and health funding applications.
- Name Freedom Way via Resolution #2026-055
- Approve Aspenglow Mountain Subdivision rezone PL20250100
- Issue 2027 SBT GRVL road event permit
- Ratify temporary construction easement with Smith Rancho on CR 80
- Authorize letters supporting Upper Yampa Water Conservancy District and Northwest Colorado Health funding
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment must be presented succinctly and as prescribed by the BCC
Chair. Public comment will not be heard during this time if it concerns any item
scheduled for today or quasi -judicial items (hearings scheduled to be heard by
the BCC involving the presentation of evidence in any form for BCC
consideration). Public comment for an item scheduled on today ’s agenda may
be taken during that item ’s scheduled time. The BCC will take public comment
under consideration but will not make any decision or take action at this time.
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record.
APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, MANUAL WARRANTS, AND PAYROLL
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Items of routine and non-controversial nature are placed on the consent
agenda to allow the Board of County Commissioners to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any Commissioner
may request that an item be "PULLED" from the consent agenda and
considered separately. Any member of the public may "REQUEST" any item
to be "PULLED" from the consent agenda.
APPROVAL OF AND AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR TO SIGN
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Mon Aug 3, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Routt County and Steamboat Springs to hold joint meeting on 2026 ballot issues
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a CSU Extension survey on open spaces and environment values. A joint meeting with the City of Steamboat Springs will cover 2026 ballot issues, transportation, and public land mineral leasing.
- Discussion of CSU Extension survey 'Determining Routt County Residents' Value of Open Spaces, Views, and Environment'
- General discussion on 2026 pending ballot issues
- Update on potential transportation improvements on HWY 40 between CR 42 and Brandon Circle
- Discussion on public feedback and comment letter regarding BLM Project 329269 lease sale
- Update on the Routt Thrive by 5 initiative
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COUNTY MANAGER/LEGAL/COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Jay Harrington, County Manager
Melina Bricker, Assistant County Manager
Lynaia South, County Attorney
ROUTT COUNTY CSU EXTENSION
Todd Hagenbuch, Director
CSU EXTENSION VALUATION SURVEY REPORT
Discussion regarding the results of the CSU Extension Survey titled
'Determining Routt County Residents' Value of Open Spaces, Views,
and Environment,' presented by Kendelle Erbacher, CSU Extension
Intern and local and regional CSU Extension Faculty.
CSU EXTENSION VALUATION SURVEY REPORT.PDF
PDF HANDOUT_VALUE OF VIEWSHED_CSU EXT. 2026.PDF
BREAK
ROUTT COUNTY AND THE CITY OF STEAMBOAT SPRINGS JOINT
MEETING
BALLOT ISSUES (15 MIN)
General discussion on 2026 ballot issues.
2026 PENDING BALLOT ISSUES FOR ROUTT COUNTY.PDF
FIRST IMPRESSIONS (10 MIN)
Meaghan Franges, First Impressions
An update on the Routt Thrive by 5 initiative.
MULTI-MODAL (10 MIN)
Sonja Macys, County Commissioner
A brief update on the potential transportation improvements on HWY
40 between CR 42 and Brandon Circle.
PUBLIC LANDS MINERAL LEASING (10 MIN)
A discussion on the recent comment letter from the Routt County
Commissioners, and other public feedback regarding the potential
lease sale of Public Lands in Routt County.
ROUTT COUNTY COMMENT ON USFS CONSENT TO LEASE BLM
PROJECT 329269.PDF
GENERAL DISCUSSION (15 MIN)
MEETING ADJOURNED
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Fri Jul 31, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Board of Equalization hears property valuation appeals for local businesses and condos
The Routt County Board of Equalization holds public hearings to review property valuation and classification appeals. No tax discussions occur; hearings follow a set procedure where parties present evidence and a hearing officer makes a recommendation. Meetings are held in Steamboat Springs at the Historic Courthouse or remotely via Zoom.
- Appeal for New Main Street, LLC (522 Lincoln Avenue)
- Appeal for New Flour Mill, LLC
- Appeals for Yampa Valley Medical Center (two petitions)
- Steamboat Villas Condominium Association multiple accounts appeal
- Wyndham/WorldMark/Sunterra/First American multiple accounts appeal
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COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION HEARINGS
July 31, 2026
All Board of Equalization hearings are open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Hearings will be held at 522 Lincoln Avenue, Steamboat Springs, in the
Commissioners' Hearing Room, 3rd floor of the Historic Courthouse, or otherwise
noted. When attending remotely, please join 5 minutes before the start of your
scheduled time.
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OVERVIEW OF HEARING PROCEDURES
The hearing officer, having been appointed by the Board of County Commissioners as
an independent referee, will conduct the hearing. No discussion of taxes will be
allowed, as the subject matter of the hearings is in relation to property valuation
and/or classification. The procedure for each hearing is as follows; both sides will
have the opportunity to present their evidence, and then the hearing officer will
have a chance to ask questions of both parties and determine their recommendation.
RULES OF PROCEDURE & SWEARING IN WILL OCCUR BEFORE EACH INDIVIDUAL
HEARING
R7718897 NEW MAIN STREET, LLC
R7718897 NEW MAIN STREET.PDF
R7718897 - NEW MAIN STREET LLC_CBOE_HEARING_APPRAIER
REPORT_ACCESSIBLE.PDF
R7718897 NEW MAIN STREET LLC_EXHIBIT B - 2023-2025RA IMPROVED
COMMERCIAL TIME TREND - 5-18-2026.PDF
R4772309 NEW FLOUR MILL, LLC
R4772309 NEW FLOUR MILL.PDF
R4772309 NEW FLOUR MILL_EXHIBIT B - 2023-2025RA IMPROVED
COMMERCIAL TIME TREND - 5-18-2026.PDF
R4772309 NEW FLOUR MILL_CBOE_HEARING_APPRAISER
REPORT_ACCESSIBLE.PDF
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Fri Jul 31, 2026
Planning
Planning Commission tours Stagecoach Dam
This is not a regular business meeting. The Routt County Planning Commission is conducting a site tour of the Stagecoach Dam, hosted by the Upper Yampa Water Conservancy District. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.
- Site tour of Stagecoach Dam
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
July 31, 2026
1:00PM - 3:00PM
STAGECOACH DAM TOUR
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STAGECOACH DAM TOUR
Members of the Planning Commission, along with Routt County Planning Staff will be
touring the Stagecoach Dam. This tour is being hosted by Upper Yampa Water
Conservancy District.
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Thu Jul 30, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Board of Equalization hears two property valuation appeals
The Routt County Board of Commissioners is holding open hearings for property valuation appeals through the Board of Equalization. The hearings will review evidence and determine recommendations for property tax classification and valuation adjustments.
- R8182153 Joan E. Prewitt Trust appeal at 9:00 AM
- R8165254 Prewitt property valuation appeal at 9:20 AM
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COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION HEARINGS
July 30, 2026
All Board of Equalization hearings are open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Hearings will be held at 522 Lincoln Avenue, Steamboat Springs, in the
Commissioners' Hearing Room, 3rd floor of the Historic Courthouse, or otherwise
noted. When attending remotely, please join 5 minutes before the start of your
scheduled time.
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OVERVIEW OF HEARING PROCEDURES
The hearing officer, having been appointed by the Board of County Commissioners as
an independent referee, will conduct the hearing. No discussion of taxes will be
allowed, as the subject matter of the hearings is in relation to property valuation
and/or classification. The procedure for each hearing is as follows; both sides will
have the opportunity to present their evidence, and then the hearing officer will
have a chance to ask questions of both parties and determine their recommendation.
RULES OF PROCEDURE & SWEARING IN WILL OCCUR BEFORE EACH INDIVIDUAL
HEARING
R8182153 JOAN E. PREWITT TRUST 4/2915
R8182153 JOAN PREWITT TRUST PETITIONER PACKET.PDF
R8165254_PREWITT_2026 CBOE HEARING_APPRAISER
REPORT_ACCESSIBLE.PDF
R8165254_PREWITT_2026 CBOE HEARING_APPRAISER ADDENDUM.PDF
MEETING ADJOURNED
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Tue Jul 28, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners to consider purchasing Hewes Gravel Pit
The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several items, including a resolution to purchase the Hewes Gravel Pit, updates to the Unified Development Code (including EV charger regulations), and an emergency waiver of UDC requirements for firefighting purposes. They will also consider two liquor permit applications for nonprofit events, a lease amendment with the TSA, an audit extension request, and award a contract under RFQ PATCH 2026. In the afternoon, they will interview candidates for the Advertising and Marketing Local Tourism Panel.
- Purchase of Hewes Gravel Pit via resolution
- Unified Development Code (UDC) updates including EV charger regulations (PL20250088)
- Emergency waiver of UDC requirements to authorize use of property for firefighting purposes
- Lease amendment with TSA to include the DEI discrimination by federal contractors clause
- Interviews for five candidates to the Advertising and Marketing Local Tourism Panel
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment must be presented succinctly and as prescribed by the BCC
Chair. Public comment will not be heard during this time if it concerns any item
scheduled for today or quasi -judicial items (hearings scheduled to be heard by
the BCC involving the presentation of evidence in any form for BCC
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under consideration but will not make any decision or take action at this time.
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APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, MANUAL WARRANTS, AND PAYROLL
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
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agenda to allow the Board of County Commissioners to spend its time and
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considered separately. Any member of the public may "REQUEST" any item
to be "PULLED" from the consent agenda.
RATIFICATION OF THE COMMISSIONERS' SIGNATURES ON A LETTER
OF S …
Mon Jul 27, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Routt County to discuss $175M annual ballot measure for conservation and wildfire
The Routt County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss Colorado Proposition 308, a November ballot measure that would dedicate about $175 million annually from existing sales tax on sporting goods to wildfire risk reduction, land and water conservation, outdoor recreation, and access to nature. The board will also hear a presentation from 4-H members and discuss county memberships and outside funding requests for the Upper Yampa Water Conservancy District. This is a discussion-only meeting; no votes are scheduled.
- Discussion of Colorado Proposition 308, a ballot measure dedicating $175 million/year from sporting goods sales tax to wildfire risk reduction, conservation, and outdoor recreation
- 4-H Livestock Sale Presentation inviting commissioners to the Routt County Fair and thanking them for 4-H program support
- Discussion on current County memberships and outside funding requests for the Upper Yampa Water Conservancy District
- General update from US Forest Service District Ranger Michael Woodbridge
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CALL TO ORDER
COUNTY MANAGER/LEGAL/COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Jay Harrington, County Manager
Melina Bricker, Assistant County Manager
Lynaia South, County Attorney
US FOREST SERVICE
Michael Woodbridge, District Ranger
General update
BREAK
4H LIVESTOCK SALE PRESENTATION
Routt County 4-H members are inviting the Routt County Commissioners to the
Routt County Fair and thanking them for their generous support of the 4-H
program.
COLORADO PROPOSITION 308
Discussion of Proposed Initiative 308, a collaborative effort led by TPL, TNC,
WRA CoCo, and partners for the November ballot. The measure would
dedicate approximately $175 million annually from existing sales tax revenue
on sporting goods and outdoor equipment to support wildfire risk reduction,
land and water conservation, outdoor recreation, and access to nature,
without raising taxes or increasing product costs.
UPPER YAMPA WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
MEMBERSHIPS AND OUTSIDE FUNDING
Discussion on current County memberships and outside funding requests.
MEETING ADJOURNED
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Thu Jul 23, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Routt County and Town of Oak Creek hold joint meeting
The Routt County Board of County Commissioners and the Town of Oak Creek are holding a joint meeting. The session includes updates on housing and transportation and a discussion on sales tax ballot measures.
- South Routt Housing Authority update
- Yampa Valley RTA update
- Sales Tax Ballot Measures
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JOINT MEETING WITH THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS AND THE TOWN OF OAK CREEK
l South Routt Housing Authority Update
l Yampa Valley RTA Update
l Sales Tax Ballot Measures
BOARD PACKET (07-23-2026).PDF
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ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Regular Meeting Agenda
July 23, 2026
Times listed on the agenda are approximations and may be longer, shorter,
or earlier than scheduled, with no notice. Agendas are subject to change up
to 24 hours before the start of the meeting. To ensure …
Tue Jul 21, 2026
Museum Board
Board reviews recent grant projects and schedules fall grant application review
The Museum and Heritage Fund Advisory Board will approve the April 21, 2026 meeting minutes and receive updates on capacity‑building grants awarded to several local historical societies. Reported projects include $4,000 for ceiling and lighting and $9,000 for preservation at Hahns Peak Area Historical Society, a $50,000 rehabilitation match for the Hayden Heritage Center, $15,650 for landscaping at the Oak Creek and Phippsburg Historical Society, and a $27,720 museum construction documents project for the Yampa‑Egeria Historical Society. The board will also set the next meeting to review fall‑cycle grant applications.
- Approve April 21, 2026 meeting minutes
- Hahns Peak Area Historical Society: $4,000 ceiling & lighting, $9,000 preservation (closed)
- Hayden Heritage Center: $50,000 rehabilitation project (State Historic Fund match)
- Oak Creek & Phippsburg Historical Society: $15,650 Coal Miner’s Bucket Park landscaping Phase III
- Yampa‑Egeria Historical Society: $27,720 museum construction documents project ($10,613.93 disbursed to date)
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STATE OF COLORADO
COUNTY OF ROUTT
MUSEUM AND HERITAGE FUND ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
AGENDA
July 21, 2026
6:00 PM
Commissioners' Hearing Room
3rd Floor of the Historic Courthouse
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL FOR PURPOSE OF DETERMINING A QUORUM (5)
PUBLIC COMMENT
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF THE APRIL 21, 2026 MINUTES OF THE
MUSEUM AND HERITAGE FUND ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
4.21.2026 DRAFT MAHFAB MEETING MINUTES.PDF
CAPACITY BUILDING GRANT UPDATES
HAHNS PEAK AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Recently closed or currently open projects for the Hahns Peak Area Historical
Society:
l Ceiling and Lighting Projects- $4,000 (closed)
l Preservation Projects- $9,000 (closed)
HPAHS GRANT UPDATES 2026.PDF
HAYDEN HERITAGE CENTER
Recently closed or currently open projects for the Hayden Heritage:
l Hayden Dept Rehabilitation Project (Sate Historic Fund Grant match)-
$50,000
HHC UPDATES 2026.PDF
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF OAK CREEK AND PHIPPSBURG
Recently closed or currently open projects for the Historical Society of Oak Creek
and Phippsburg:
l Coal Miner's Bucket Park Landscaping Phase III- $15,650
HSOCP UPDATES 2026.PDF
HISTORIC ROUTT COUNTY
No recent grant activity.
STEAMBOAT HISTORY MUSEUM
Recently closed or currently open projects for the Steamboat History Museum:
l Perry Mansfield Online Archive Project- $5,000 (sponsored)
YAMPA-EGERIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Recently closed or currently open projects for the Yampa-Egeria Historical Society: …
Thu Jul 16, 2026
Planning
Planning Commission to consider zone change and consolidation for Aspenglow Mountain
The Planning Commission will meet via Zoom to review a request for a zone change, consolidation, and vacation of easements. The primary item is listed on the consent agenda for the Aspenglow Mountain subdivision.
- PL20250100: Consolidation, zone change, and vacation of easements for Aspenglow Mountain Subdivision Filing 2 and Steamboat Lakes Filing No2
- Applicant: James and Madeleine Vail
- Location: 57095 Venus Place, Clark, CO
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Aspenglow/Steamboat Lakes consolidation
The Routt County Planning Commission unanimously approved a consent agenda item consolidating Lot 1 of Aspenglow Mountain Sub and Lots 365-368 of Steamboat Lakes Filing No2, vacating internal lot line utility and drainage easements, and changing the zone from High Density Residential to Mountain Residential Estates at 57095 Venus Place, Clark, CO. The motion carried 7-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the commission also approved the July 2, 2026 minutes and discussed procedural matters.
- Approved consent agenda for lot consolidation, easement vacation, and zone change (7-0)
- Approved July 2, 2026 minutes as written (unanimous)
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
July 16, 2026
6:00 PM
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may address the Planning Commission on items not on the
agenda. (Comments regarding items on the agenda will be taken during that agenda
item.)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MINUTES FROM JULY 2, 2026
070226-pc-draft_CL.pdf
CONSENT AGENDA
There will be no discussion of the below item(s). If any Planning Commission member or
staff requests that the item be removed from consent agenda, it will be placed on the
regular agenda.
ASPENGLOW MOUNTAIN SUBDIVISION FILING 2, CONSOLIDATION, ZONE
CHANGE, AND VACATION OF EASEMENTS; PL20250100
PL20250100 Staff Report with Attachments.pdf
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Administrator's Report may include the reading of future Planning Commission agendas
and recent Board of County Commissioner decisions.
ADJOURNMENT
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ROUTT COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
FINAL MINUTES
JULY 16, 2026
The meeting of the Routt County Planning Commission was called to order at
6:00 p.m. with the following members present: Chair Steve Warnke and
Commissioners David Miller, Nick Belz, Brian Kelly, Andrew Benjamin, Jim
DeFrancia, and Tim Sullivan. Commissioners Linda Miller, Bill Norris, Robin
Schepper, and David Hoffman were absent. Staff planner Greg Jaeger also
attended. Sarah Katherman prepared the minutes.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment.
MINUTES – July 2, 2026
Commissioner DeFrancia moved to approve the above cited minutes, as written.
Commissioner Belz seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA
Activity:
PL20250100
Applicant:
James and Madeleine Vail
Petition:
1. Consolidation Lot 1 Aspenglow Mountain Sub
and Lots 365-368 of Steamboat Lakes Filing No2
2. Vacation of internal lot line utility and drainage
easements
3. Zone Change from High Density Residential to
Mountain Residential Estates
Location:
57095 Venus Place, Clark, CO; located 0.32
miles from the intersection of CR 129 and
Beaver Canyon Drive
MOTION
Commissioner DeFrancia moved to approve the consent agenda, as
presented. Commissioner Belz seconded the motion. The consent
agenda was approved 7 - 0, with the Chair voting yes.
R.C.P.C.
MINUTES
July 16, 2026
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ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
Mr. Jaeger said that there is nothing scheduled at this time for the regular August
6 meeting, so it is unlikely …
Tue Jul 14, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners to consider $590K conservation easement for Slate Creek property
The board will vote on two Purchase of Development Rights projects: final funding of $235,000 for the Dyer Property and $590,104 for the Slate Creek conservation easement. They will also discuss a response to proposed oil and gas lease offerings on U.S. Forest Service lands and consider electing the 1908/25% Act 7-year rolling average payment method for U.S. Forest Service Secure Rural Schools funding.
- PDR Project 220 – Dyer Property: final funding of $235,000 for conservation easement plus up to $71,500 in transaction costs
- PDR Project 221 – Slate Creek: funding of $590,104 for conservation easement plus up to $30,000 in transaction costs
- Discussion and consideration of Routt County's response to proposed oil and gas lease offerings on U.S. Forest Service lands
- Approval of liquor license renewals for Steamboat Ski and Resort Corp dba Stoker Bar and City of Steamboat Springs dba Haymaker Patio Grill
- Consideration of RFP 888 CR 80 Slide and Road Stabilization Design professional services
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment must be presented succinctly and as prescribed by the BCC
Chair. Public comment will not be heard during this time if it concerns any item
scheduled for today or quasi -judicial items (hearings scheduled to be heard by
the BCC involving the presentation of evidence in any form for BCC
consideration). Public comment for an item scheduled on today ’s agenda may
be taken during that item ’s scheduled time. The BCC will take public comment
under consideration but will not make any decision or take action at this time.
IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THE MEETING REMOTELY, To make a public comment
raise your hand on the Zoom platform or if calling in press *9. The moderator will
then select you when it is your turn. Written public comments can also be
submitted to bcc@co.routt.co.us. Please indicate in the subject line of your
email that it is a public comment. Public comments will be entered into the
record.
APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, MANUAL WARRANTS, AND PAYROLL
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Items of routine and non-controversial nature are placed on the consent
agenda to allow the Board of County Commissioners to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any Commissioner
may request that an item be "PULLED" from the consent agenda and
considered separately. Any member of the public may "REQUEST" any item
to be "PULLED" from the consent agenda.
APPROVAL OF AND AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR TO SIGN A
LIQUOR L …
Mon Jul 13, 2026
Planning
Board to decide two setback variance requests
The Routt County Board of Adjustment will consider two requests for adjustments to setback regulations: one to allow an existing barn to remain in place, and another to permit an addition into a setback area. The board will also approve minutes from the June 8, 2026 meeting and receive an administrator's report.
- Enever Barn Adjustment (PL20260029) — request to allow existing barn to remain within setbacks at TR 19 Blacktail Mtn Estates Filing 1, near Valley View Lane and Yellow Jacket Dr
- Rohnstock and Anderson Addition Adjustment (PL20260044) — request to allow an addition into setbacks at 31650 Aspen Ridge Rd, near Aspen Ridge Rd and Agat Creek Rd
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BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA
July 13, 2026
6:00 PM
Agendas are subject to change up to 24 hours before the start of the
meeting. To ensure you have the most up -to-date information, please check
the agenda within 24 hours of its start time.
Planning Commission meetings are open to the public unless otherwise
noted. All meetings will be held in the Routt County Historic Courthouse -
522 Lincoln Avenue, Hearing Room, Steamboat Springs - or otherwise noted.
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CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MINUTES FROM JUNE 8, 2026
060826-boa-corrected_CL.pdf
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
ENEVER BARN ADJUSTMENT; PL20260029
PL20260029 Staff Report with Attachments.pdf
ROHNSTOCK AND ANDERSON ADDITION ADJUSTMENT; PL20260044
PL20260044 Staff Report with Attachments.pdf
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Administrator's Report may include the reading of future Board of Adjustments agendas.
ADJOURNMENT
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special accommodation due to a disability,
please call the Commissioners' Office at (970) 879-0108 to ensure we can meet your
needs. Please notify us of your request as soon as possible before the scheduled
event.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to
everyone. Our ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Routt County Board of County Commissioners Work Session
This meeting is a work session consisting of procedural updates from the County Manager, Assistant County Manager, and County Attorney. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.
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CALL TO ORDER
COUNTY MANAGER/LEGAL/COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Jay Harrington, County Manager
Melina Bricker, Assistant County Manager
Lynaia South, County Attorney
MEETING ADJOURNED
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special accommodation due to a
disability, please call the Commissioners' Office at (970) 879-0108 to ensure we can
meet your needs. Please notify us of your request as soon as possible before the
scheduled event.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to
everyone. Our ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content Accessibility
Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, level AA criteria. This agenda includes links to
information provided by a third party over which we cannot guarantee accessibility.
If the format of any material on this agenda interferes with your ability to access
information, please contact us. Additional ways to provide feedback regarding
accessibility are available online ( www.co.routt.co.us/994/Website -Accessibility).
ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Work Session Agenda
July 13, 2026
Times listed on the agenda are approximations and may be longer, shorter,
or earlier than scheduled, with no notice. Agendas are subject to change up
to 24 hours before the start of the meeting. To ensure you have the most …
Thu Jul 9, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
County board holds property valuation appeal hearings
The Routt County Board of Equalization will conduct hearings on property valuation and classification appeals. The agenda is procedural, outlining hearing procedures and public attendance options. No specific properties or dollar amounts are listed.
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COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION HEARINGS
July 9, 2026
All Board of Equalization hearings are open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Hearings will be held at 522 Lincoln Avenue, Steamboat Springs, in the
Commissioners' Hearing Room, 3rd floor of the Historic Courthouse, or otherwise
noted. When attending remotely, please join 5 minutes before the start of your
scheduled time.
Click Here to join via Zoom.
OVERVIEW OF HEARING PROCEDURES
The hearing officer, having been appointed by the Board of County Commissioners as
an independent referee, will conduct the hearing. No discussion of taxes will be
allowed, as the subject matter of the hearings is in relation to property valuation
and/or classification. The procedure for each hearing is as follows; both sides will
have the opportunity to present their evidence, and then the hearing officer will
have a chance to ask questions of both parties and determine their recommendation.
All programs, services and activities of Routt County are operated in compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need a special accommodation as a result
of a disability, please call the Commissioners Office at (970) 879 -0108 to assure that
we can meet your needs. Please notify us of your request as soon as possible prior
to the scheduled event.
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everyone. Our ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content Accessibility
Guidelines (WCAG) versio …
Tue Jul 7, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners to review land development rights and self-storage zoning
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several land-use approvals and review Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) projects. The meeting also includes discussions on criminal justice grants and a contract with the US Forest Service.
- Resolution 2026-P-054 for a zone change and conditional use permit for self-storage (Project PL20250053/PL20250052)
- Lot consolidation and utility easement vacation for Lots 9 and 10, Steamboat Pines Filing No. 1
- Tier I review of PDR Project 226 and Tier II review of PDR Projects 220 and 221
- 2026 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant and Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program grant
- Authorization to sign the US Forest Service Contract
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment must be presented succinctly and as prescribed by the BCC
Chair. Public comment will not be heard during this time if it concerns any item
scheduled for today or quasi -judicial items (hearings scheduled to be heard by
the BCC involving the presentation of evidence in any form for BCC
consideration). Public comment for an item scheduled on today ’s agenda may
be taken during that item ’s scheduled time. The BCC will take public comment
under consideration but will not make any decision or take action at this time.
IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THE MEETING REMOTELY, To make a public comment
raise your hand on the Zoom platform or if calling in press *9. The moderator will
then select you when it is your turn. Written public comments can also be
submitted to bcc@co.routt.co.us. Please indicate in the subject line of your
email that it is a public comment. Public comments will be entered into the
record.
APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, MANUAL WARRANTS, AND PAYROLL
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Items of routine and non-controversial nature are placed on the consent
agenda to allow the Board of County Commissioners to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any Commissioner
may request that an item be "PULLED" from the consent agenda and
considered separately. Any member of the public may "REQUEST" any item
to be "PULLED" from the consent agenda.
APPROVAL OF AND AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR TO SIGN THE US
FOR …
Mon Jul 6, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Board to hear manager and attorney updates
The Routt County Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to receive updates from the County Manager, Assistant County Manager, and County Attorney. The meeting is scheduled for July 6, 2026, at the Routt County Historic Courthouse in Steamboat Springs.
- County Manager and Assistant County Manager updates
- County Attorney updates
- Work session at Routt County Historic Courthouse
- Meeting to be held in Hearing Room
- Meeting to be held via Zoom
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CALL TO ORDER
COUNTY MANAGER/LEGAL/COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Jay Harrington, County Manager
Melina Bricker, Assistant County Manager
Lynaia South, County Attorney
MEETING ADJOURNED
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special accommodation due to a
disability, please call the Commissioners' Office at (970) 879-0108 to ensure we can
meet your needs. Please notify us of your request as soon as possible before the
scheduled event.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to
everyone. Our ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content Accessibility
Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, level AA criteria. This agenda includes links to
information provided by a third party over which we cannot guarantee accessibility.
If the format of any material on this agenda interferes with your ability to access
information, please contact us. Additional ways to provide feedback regarding
accessibility are available online ( www.co.routt.co.us/994/Website -Accessibility).
ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Work Session Agenda
July 6, 2026
Times listed on the agenda are approximations and may be longer, shorter,
or earlier than scheduled, with no notice. Agendas are subject to change up
to 24 hours before the start of the meeting. To ensure you have the most u …
Thu Jul 2, 2026
Planning
Hahns Peak Village lot consolidation and easement vacation on consent agenda
The Planning Commission will vote on a consent agenda item to consolidate Lots 4 and 5 and vacate easements at Hahns Peak Village (PL20260008). They will also approve minutes from June 4 and June 18, 2026, and hear an administrator's report. The meeting is held via Zoom only.
- Approval of minutes from June 4 and June 18, 2026
- Consent item: Hahns Peak Village Lot 4 and 5 consolidation and vacation of easements (PL20260008)
- Administrator's report on future agendas and recent Board of County Commissioner decisions
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✓ Decided: Commission approved consent agenda item PL2026008 (lot consolidation) by 6‑0 vote
The Planning Commission approved the June 4 and June 18 meeting minutes unanimously. It then approved the consent agenda, which includes a petition to consolidate Lot 4 and Lot 5 in the Hahn’s Peak Village Subdivision and to vacation certain utility easements, with a 6‑0 vote (Chair voting yes). No public comment was received and the meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m.
- Approved June 4, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved June 18, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda item PL2026008 (lot consolidation and easement vacation) (6‑0, Chair yes)
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
July 2, 2026
6:00 PM
*ZOOM ONLY*
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meeting. To ensure you have the most up -to-date information, please check
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may address the Planning Commission on items not on the
agenda. (Comments regarding items on the agenda will be taken during that agenda
item.)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MINUTES FROM JUNE 4, 2026
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MINUTES FROM JUNE 18, 2026
061826-pc-corrected_CL.pdf
CONSENT AGENDA
There will be no discussion of the below item(s). If any Planning Commission member or
staff requests that the item be removed from consent agenda, it will be placed on the
regular agenda.
HAHNS PEAK VILLAGE LOT 4 AND 5 CONSOLIDATION AND VACATION OF
EASEMENTS; PL20260008
PL20260008 Staff Report with Attachments.pdf
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Administrator's Report may include the reading of future Planning Commission agendas
and recent Board of County Commissioner decisions.
ADJOURNMENT
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the …
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ROUTT COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
DRAFT MINUTES
JULY 2, 2026
The meeting of the Routt County Planning Commission was called to order at
6:00 p.m. with the following members present: Chair Steve Warnke and
Commissioners Nick Belz, Andrew Benjamin, Bill Norris, David Hoffman, Jim
DeFrancia. Commissioners Brian Kelly, Linda Miller, Robin Schepper, David
Miller, and Tim Sullivan were absent. Staff planner Greg Jaeger also attended.
Sarah Katherman prepared the minutes.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment.
MINUTES – June 4, 2026
Commissioner DeFrancia moved to approve the above cited minutes, as written.
Commissioner Norris seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
MINUTES – June 18, 2026
Commissioner DeFrancia moved to approve the above cited minutes, as written.
Commissioner Norris seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA
Activity: PL2026008
Applicant: Jacob Benjamin Ehrlich Generation Skipping
Trust - Ben Ratliff, Trustee
Petition: 1. Consolidation of Lot 4 and Lot 5 Hahn’s Peak
Village Subdivision
2. Vacation of utility easements along interior lot
line and a small 3 foot wide 100-foot-long
easement in the southeast corner of the lot that
has a building encroachment
Location: 25065 Aspen Way; located 0.07 miles from the
intersection of CR 129 and Aspen Way
MOTION
R.C.P.C. MINUTES July 2, 2026
2
Commissioner DeFrancia moved to approve the consent agenda, as
presented. Commissioner Norris seconded the motion. The consent …
Tue Jun 30, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
County to consider Unified Development Code text amendment #4
The Board of County Commissioners will consider and possibly adopt the Unified Development Code text amendment #4 (PL20250088), which would revise county development regulations. The board will also act on several consent agenda items, including special use permits for Peabody Coal Haul and Peabody Sage Creek Coal Mine, ratification of a letter regarding the Enterprise Pipeline Spill, and vacation of utility easements. Other items include adopting the International Fire Code for the West Routt Fire Protection District, approving a contract modification for environmental health services, and renewing agreements for human services and early childhood programs.
- Unified Development Code text amendment #4 (PL20250088)
- Authorization to sign special use permit for Peabody Coal Haul (PL2026019)
- Authorization to sign special use permit for Peabody Sage Creek Coal Mine (PL20250099)
- Resolution adopting the International Fire Code for West Routt Fire Protection District
- Resolution 2026-P-014 vacation of utility easements (PL20250081)
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment must be presented succinctly and as prescribed by the BCC
Chair. Public comment will not be heard during this time if it concerns any item
scheduled for today or quasi -judicial items (hearings scheduled to be heard by
the BCC involving the presentation of evidence in any form for BCC
consideration). Public comment for an item scheduled on today ’s agenda may
be taken during that item ’s scheduled time. The BCC will take public comment
under consideration but will not make any decision or take action at this time.
IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THE MEETING REMOTELY, To make a public comment
raise your hand on the Zoom platform or if calling in press *9. The moderator will
then select you when it is your turn. Written public comments can also be
submitted to bcc@co.routt.co.us. Please indicate in the subject line of your
email that it is a public comment. Public comments will be entered into the
record.
APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, MANUAL WARRANTS, AND PAYROLL
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Items of routine and non-controversial nature are placed on the consent
agenda to allow the Board of County Commissioners to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any Commissioner
may request that an item be "PULLED" from the consent agenda and
considered separately. Any member of the public may "REQUEST" any item
to be "PULLED" from the consent agenda.
AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR TO SIGN SPECIAL USE PERMIT
PL20260 …
Mon Jun 29, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Routt County Commissioners hold work session with staff updates
This is a work session agenda with no specific public hearings or action items. The Board will hear updates from the County Manager, Assistant County Manager, and County Attorney. No votes or decisions are scheduled.
- No notable items; agenda consists of staff updates only.
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CALL TO ORDER
COUNTY MANAGER/LEGAL/COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Jay Harrington, County Manager
Melina Bricker, Assistant County Manager
Lynaia South, County Attorney
MEETING ADJOURNED
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special accommodation due to a
disability, please call the Commissioners' Office at (970) 879-0108 to ensure we can
meet your needs. Please notify us of your request as soon as possible before the
scheduled event.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to
everyone. Our ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content Accessibility
Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, level AA criteria. This agenda includes links to
information provided by a third party over which we cannot guarantee accessibility.
If the format of any material on this agenda interferes with your ability to access
information, please contact us. Additional ways to provide feedback regarding
accessibility are available online ( www.co.routt.co.us/994/Website -Accessibility).
ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Work Session Agenda
June 29, 2026
Times listed on the agenda are approximations and may be longer, shorter,
or earlier than scheduled, with no notice. Agendas are subject to change up
to 24 hours before the start of the meeting. To ensure you have the most …
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Traffic fatalities4 (2024)
Business establishments1,860 (15,390 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,892/mo (40 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy10.0% (low numeracy 18% · 2017)
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