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Gunnison County public meetings in 2023

84 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 19, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to approve $2.97M tourism contract, housing, liquor, and budget items

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on December 19, 2023, preceded by separate meetings of the Local Marketing District, Housing Authority, and Liquor Licensing Authority. The board will consider a $2,973,600 professional services agreement for tourism, approve multiple resolutions amending budgets and fee schedules, and address a liquor license for The Wooden Spoon in Crested Butte. The agenda also includes a public hearing on land use regulations, a discussion of Gunnison Valley Health real property ownership, and an executive session for the Board of Equalization.

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Tue Dec 19, 2023

Board of Equalization

Gunnison County BOCC to approve $2.97M tourism contract, housing authority budget

The Gunnison County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on December 19, 2023, covering a range of administrative and financial items. Key actions include approving a $2,973,600 professional services agreement for tourism and prosperity, amending the county and housing authority budgets, and setting new fees for solid waste and water/sewer services. The board will also discuss land use regulations, airport parking, and a real property ownership matter with Gunnison Valley Health.

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Tue Dec 19, 2023

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

Board to consider $20K Hinsdale funding request, program updates

The Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services will meet to review a $20,000 funding request from Hinsdale County related to Rocky Mountain Health Plans' Regional Accountable Entity Health Neighborhood Investment, discuss the 2024 Colorado Department of Human Services Merit System Certification, and receive program updates on Child Welfare Services. The meeting is largely routine with no major decisions listed beyond the funding request discussion.

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Tue Dec 12, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County adopts 2024 budgets for county, housing authority, marketing district

The Board of County Commissioners will hold special meetings to adopt the 2024 budgets for Gunnison County, the Gunnison County Housing Authority, and the Gunnison River Valley Local Marketing District. Following the budget adoptions, a work session will include updates from Gunnison Valley Health, HB1177, and the Upper Gunnison River Water Conservation District, as well as interviews for board appointments.

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Thu Dec 7, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review proposed Land Use Resolution amendments

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from prior meetings and hear public comments. The main item is a discussion of proposed amendments to the county's Land Use Resolution (LUC-23-00045), which could affect future land use regulations.

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Tue Dec 5, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to hold public hearing on proposed 2024 budget

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2024 county budget, and will also consider endorsing the One Valley Resiliency Roadmap. The consent agenda includes several contracts and agreements, such as a license plate reader camera system and a grant for early childhood programs.

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Thu Nov 30, 2023

STOR Committee

STOR Committee discusses strategic plan and stewardship fund

The STOR Committee will review updates regarding a multilingual communication plan and signage needs assessment. The meeting also includes a review of the Stewardship Fund.

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Tue Nov 21, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

Liquor license hearing, airport fees, land sale on agenda

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a new liquor license application, then consider consent agenda items including a $54,000 public health purchase order, airport landing fee adjustments, and selling county-owned lots to the fire district. They will also discuss a memorandum of understanding with the Bureau of Land Management, a funding request for short-term rental legislation, and a budget overview from the Marble Crystal River Chamber.

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Thu Nov 16, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review proposed Land Use Resolution amendments

The Gunnison County Planning Commission is holding a work session to discuss proposed amendments to the Gunnison County Land Use Resolution (LUC-23-00045, September 2023 LUR). The agenda includes routine items like call to order, approval of minutes, and public comment, but the main item is the proposed amendments. No final decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion item.

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Wed Nov 15, 2023

Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee

Committee to hear BLM sage-grouse plan update and wet meadow restoration

The Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve the agenda and prior minutes, receive member comments, and hear updates on the BLM Gunnison Sage-Grouse Resource Management Plan Amendment and Wet Meadow Restoration. Public comments will be taken, and future meetings will be discussed. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom or in person.

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Tue Nov 14, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners to discuss 2024 budget and airport rates

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the 2024 county budget, including presentations from the airport, sheriff's office, community and economic development, contracts for services, housing authority, public works, and capital expenditures. They will also hear a presentation from Ricondo & Associates on recommended airline rates and charges. No formal action will be taken as this is a work session.

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Tue Nov 7, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

Gunnison County commissioners to review land use, building codes, grants

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting covering consent agenda items, land use approvals, and a review of proposed amendments to the Land Use Resolution. They will also consider adopting updated international building codes and several grant applications for health and early childhood programs.

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Tue Nov 7, 2023

Board of Equalization

County to review land use code, building codes, and several grants

The Gunnison County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting covering a range of administrative and land-use items. They will consider consent agenda items including professional services agreements and grant applications, review proposed amendments to the Land Use Resolution, and vote on adopting updated building codes. The meeting also includes a Board of Equalization session and a liquor licensing authority session.

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Tue Nov 7, 2023

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

County to review land use code amendments and adopt 2021 building codes

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider consent agenda items, including contracts and grant applications, and to review proposed amendments to the Land Use Resolution. They will also consider adopting the 2021 International Building Codes and other related codes. Several land use items, including a townhomes plat and a lot cluster, are scheduled for approval.

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Tue Oct 31, 2023

Board of Equalization

Board of Equalization reviews property appeal recommendations

The Gunnison County Board of Equalization will review Hearing Officer recommendations for numerous property appeals. The board will also consider Assessor recommendations for changes to properties that were not appealed.

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Thu Oct 26, 2023

STOR Committee

STOR Committee discusses recreation plan and trail updates

The STOR Committee is meeting to review a recreation master plan proposal from Gunnison Met Rec. The committee will also receive an update regarding the CB to CB South Trail plan.

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Tue Oct 24, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners to discuss 2024 budget and water issues

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss the 2024 county budget, including health and human services, juvenile services, and emergency management. They will also receive updates on water-related topics, including HB1177, the Colorado River Water Conservation District, the Upper Gunnison River Water Conservancy District, and instream flow recommendations. No formal action will be taken at this work session.

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Thu Oct 19, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Elk Ranch Homestead Subdivision

The Gunnison County Planning Commission is holding a work session to review the Minor Impact Review application LUC-22-00052 for the Elk Ranch Homestead Subdivision. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public comment. No final decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion item.

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Tue Oct 17, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to approve five conservation easements totaling over $582,000

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on October 17, 2023, to consider consent agenda items, including grant approvals and a liquor license, and take action on a townhome plat, five conservation easement agreements, and participation as a cooperating agency in federal land management plans. The meeting also includes a work session on the 2024 county budget and executive sessions for legal advice.

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Tue Oct 17, 2023

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services meeting on October 17

The Board will receive a financial update and several program updates. Discussions include Child Support Services, Child Care Assistance, Economic Security, and the Community Services Block Grant.

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Fri Oct 13, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners to review proposed 2024 budget

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to receive a staff presentation on the proposed 2024 county budget. No formal action is listed on the agenda; the item is a presentation and discussion. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

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Tue Oct 3, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to approve $89,906 radio purchase and sewer rules

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda including a $89,906.60 purchase of new handheld radios for the Sheriff's Office, a $55,000 provider agreement for at-risk student services, and several other contracts and grants. They will also vote on amendments to the Whetstone Industrial Park covenants, approve lease and rental car concession agreements at the regional airport, and adopt new sewer rules and construction standards. A discussion on Colorado Counties Inc legislative priorities is scheduled.

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Thu Sep 28, 2023

STOR Committee

STOR Committee to review BLM grant support, trail plan, and rec master plan

The Gunnison County STOR Committee will meet to approve minutes, receive updates on a stewardship coordinator, and discuss a letter of support for a BLM grant application and fee proposal. They will also hear updates on the CB to CB South Trail plan and a recreation master plan proposal from Gunnison Met Rec.

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Tue Sep 26, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners to review tourism district and Pitch Mine reclamation

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to review the annual Local Marketing District presentation from the Tourism and Prosperity Partnership and receive a status update on the Pitch Mine Reclamation Project. No formal action will be taken, as work sessions are for discussion only. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no listed public hearings or voting items.

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Wed Sep 20, 2023

Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee

Sage-grouse committee to review USFWS 5-year status, approve subcommittee leaders

The Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee is meeting to approve past meeting minutes and agendas, hear member reports, and receive updates on several ongoing projects. Key items include a USFWS 5-year review, approval of Raven Subsidy Subcommittee leadership, and updates on human-bear conflict reduction grants and wet meadow restoration. Public comments are also scheduled.

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Tue Sep 19, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

Gunnison County commissioners to approve 18-item consent agenda, including $242,744 solar contract

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering 18 items, including contracts, grants, and agreements. They will also consider a boundary line adjustment, a lot cluster, a comment letter on federal mineral leasing, and a funding request for the Marble Jailhouse project.

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Tue Sep 12, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners hold work session on health, 4-H updates

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session, which is not recorded and where no formal action can be taken. They will hear updates from Gunnison Valley Health's Board of Trustees and from the Colorado State University Extension Director about the county's 4-H program. The agenda is otherwise limited to these two discussion items and is subject to change.

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Tue Sep 5, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to consider $1M airport grant, water grant support, redistricting resolution

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting covering a consent agenda with multiple grants and contracts, a resolution on commissioner districts, a grooming permit waiver request, and a letter of support for a water trust grant. The board will also hold an executive session for legal advice on a US Forest Service land management plan.

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✓ Decided: Gunnison County Commissioners redefine district boundaries based on 2020 Census

The Board approved Resolution #2023-18 to establish commissioner districts following the 2020 Federal Census. Other actions included approving several grant contracts, liquor licenses, and a grooming permit for Kebler Pass Road.

Tue Sep 5, 2023

Board of Equalization

County commissioners to consider $1M airport grant, water trust support, redistricting

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting that includes a Board of Equalization session on the assessor's appeal period, a liquor licensing authority consent agenda, and a regular meeting with consent agenda items, county manager reports, and an executive session. Key items include a letter of support for a water trust grant, a $1 million FAA airport grant, and a resolution establishing commissioner districts based on the 2020 Census.

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✓ Decided: Gunnison County Board approves new commissioner districts based on 2020 Census

The Board of County Commissioners approved Resolution #2023-18 to establish commissioner districts following the 2020 Federal Census. The Board also approved several grant contracts, liquor licenses, and a grooming permit for Kebler Pass Road.

Wed Aug 30, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners hold work session and community meeting on Somerset water district

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session with the Somerset Domestic Waterworks District, followed by a community meeting in Somerset. The work session is for discussion only, with no formal action taken. The community meeting is an opportunity for residents to engage on water district matters.

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Tue Aug 29, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners hold work session with Marble trustees and community

The Gunnison County Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session with the Marble Board of Trustees and Marble community members. This is a discussion-only meeting; no formal action can be taken. The agenda is subject to change, and the county manager's reports may include additional administrative items.

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Thu Aug 24, 2023

STOR Committee

STOR Committee to discuss recreation funding and fee proposal strategies

The STOR Committee is meeting to discuss and develop implementation plans for two strategic results: identifying funding opportunities for maintenance of state and federal lands, and prioritizing recreation infrastructure funding needs to support a fee proposal for high-use public lands. The meeting includes approval of the July 2023 minutes and is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

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✓ Decided: STOR Committee discussed strategic plans for recreation funding

The committee held a discussion regarding the development of implementation plans for strategic results C.3 and D.1. These items focus on identifying funding for resource maintenance on state and federal lands and prioritizing infrastructure needs for a fee proposal. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the provided text.

Wed Aug 23, 2023

Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee

Sage-grouse committee to review USFWS status, BLM plan update

The Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the USFWS 5-year review of sage-grouse status and the BLM Resource Management Plan Amendment. The committee will also consider approving meeting minutes, hear reports, and address subcommittee leadership and cheatgrass updates. Public comments are scheduled.

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Tue Aug 22, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to discuss adopting 2021 ICC building codes and electric/solar code

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting, a Board of Equalization special meeting, and a work session. The work session includes discussions on the Colorado Technical Services casualty property pool, water and sewer district rules, and proposed adoption of the 2021 ICC building codes and Colorado Model Electric and Solar Ready Code. The special meetings include routine financial approvals and two appeals for senior property tax exemptions.

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✓ Decided: Board approves August vouchers and July cash transfers

The Board of County Commissioners approved the Treasurer's Report and accepted financial reports for August and July 2023. No other substantive items were discussed during the special meeting.

Tue Aug 22, 2023

Board of Equalization

County board to hear two senior property tax exemption appeals and discuss building codes

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners and Board of Equalization will hold special meetings and a work session. The Board of Equalization will hear two appeals for the 2023 Senior Property Tax Exemption. The work session will include discussions on the Colorado Technical Services casualty pool, water and sewer district rules, and proposed adoption of 2021 ICC building codes.

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✓ Decided: Board approves August 2023 accounts payable and July 2023 cash transfers

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting to review financial reports. They unanimously approved the Treasurer's Report, August accounts payable, and July cash transfers.

Tue Aug 15, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to approve $1.39M shop renovation, $721K behavioral health contract

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $1,385,882 contract for renovating the Division 3 Shop in Crested Butte, a $721,511 behavioral health contract, and several other agreements. They will also discuss the Kebler Pass Trailhead winter parking, a lot cluster for mining claims, and a townhome plat amendment. The meeting includes a public comment period, but no formal action is taken on unscheduled comments.

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✓ Decided: Gunnison County approves $1.38M shop renovation and $641K school funding

The Board approved several infrastructure contracts, including a shop renovation and apartment design. They authorized the transfer of $641,747.71 in federal Title I funds to the School District and updated winter parking permits for Kebler Pass.

Tue Aug 15, 2023

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

Board to approve civil rights plan amendments, recognize staff awards

The Gunnison/Hinsdale Board of Human Services will meet to approve amendments to the county's Comprehensive Civil Rights Plan, as approved by state health officials. The board will also celebrate awards from the Colorado Department of Human Services, recognize an employee, and receive program updates on Universal Pre-K. The meeting is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

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Tue Aug 8, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners to hear updates on sheriff, water districts

This is a work session, not a formal decision-making meeting. The Board of County Commissioners will receive updates from the Gunnison County Sheriff's Office, the Upper Gunnison River Water Conservancy District, and the Colorado River Water Conservation District regarding HB1177 Roundtable. No formal action will be taken.

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Tue Aug 1, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to continue Lowline Fire emergency, approve contracts and liquor license

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering multiple contracts and agreements, a resolution to continue the Lowline Fire local disaster emergency, a boundary line adjustment, a tax abatement hearing, and an executive session for legal advice. Action may be taken on any listed item.

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Thu Jul 27, 2023

STOR Committee

STOR Committee to discuss recreation infrastructure plan for upper valley corridors

The Gunnison County STOR Committee is meeting to approve the May 2023 minutes and discuss a strategic plan for identifying areas in upper valley drainage corridors (Kebler, Slate River, Washington Gulch, Gothic, Brush Creek) that need additional infrastructure or transit to handle recreation demand and protect resources. The goal is to develop an implementation plan by December 31, 2024.

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✓ Decided: STOR Committee approves September meeting minutes

The committee approved the September 28, 2023, minutes. Members discussed a proposed regional recreation master plan from MetRec and reviewed progress on the CB to CB South Trail plan, including safety data and winter maintenance concerns.

Tue Jul 25, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County interviews STOR candidates, reviews water grant, emergency report

The Board of County Commissioners holds a work session to interview two candidates for an at-large vacancy on the Sustainable Tourism and Outdoor Recreation (STOR) Committee, review a multi-project grant proposal from the Upper Gunnison River Water Conservancy District and Trout Unlimited for the Colorado River District's Community Funding Program, and receive a periodic performance report from Emergency Management. No formal action is taken at work sessions.

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Wed Jul 19, 2023

Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee

Sage-grouse committee to review grant, lek counts, trash rules

The Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee is meeting to discuss an America the Beautiful grant application, an update on the Waunita Watchable Wildlife Site, the 2023 lek count summary, and city trash ordinances. The committee will also set leadership and goals for a Raven Subsidy Subcommittee and hear public comments. Action may be taken on any listed item.

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Tue Jul 18, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to set commissioner districts, fire bans, airport fees

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on redrawing commissioner districts based on the 2020 Census and on establishing fire restriction stages, and will consider airport rules, a passenger facility charge, and a ballot question. The consent agenda includes contracts for geothermal testing, paving, landfill expansion, and intergovernmental agreements.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners approve landfill expansion contract and various service agreements

The Board approved a contract for the Landfill Liner Expansion Project and several intergovernmental agreements. The Board also approved over $3 million in vouchers and a $6.8 million cash transfer report. A public hearing was held regarding the establishment of commissioner districts based on the 2020 census.

Tue Jul 18, 2023

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

County to hold public hearing on commissioner district boundaries

The Gunnison County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to establish commissioner districts based on the 2020 Census, discuss a possible 2023 ballot question, and consider a resolution on open fire bans. The consent agenda includes contracts for geothermal testing, paving, and a landfill liner expansion, among other items. The meeting also covers airport rules and a passenger facility charge application, plus a BLM sage-grouse plan comment.

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✓ Decided: Board of Human Services approves workforce development MOU

The Gunnison/Hinsdale Board of Human Services approved a Memorandum of Understanding to allow programs to access work history data. The agreement involves the Rural Consortium Workforce Development Board, the Colorado Rural Workforce Board of Local Elected Officials, and the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment.

Tue Jul 11, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners to review insurance loss ratio, strategic plan update, and department reports

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss the Colorado Counties Casualty Property Pool loss ratio report as of 12/31/2022, an update to the county strategic plan's equity, diversity, and inclusion goal, and periodic performance reports from Information Technologies and Juvenile Services. No formal action will be taken during this work session.

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Tue Jun 27, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners hold work session on tourism, water, and reports

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss updates on the Tourism and Prosperity Partnership, HB1177, and the Colorado River Water Conservation District. They will also review periodic performance reports from Juvenile Services and Health and Human Services. No formal action will be taken, as this is a work session.

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Tue Jun 20, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to approve grants, contracts, and subdivision at June 20 meeting

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on June 20, 2023, to consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts, grants, and agreements, including a coroner's workspace payment, temporary road closures, an airport ground transportation agreement, and a grant application. They will also certify delinquent taxes for a sewer and water district and approve a minor impact subdivision in Almont. The meeting includes a strategic plan update from Western Colorado University and public comment.

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✓ Decided: Gunnison County approves subdivision plat and $3M in vouchers

The Board of County Commissioners approved a minor impact review for the Salisbury Subdivision and authorized the collection of delinquent taxes for several sewer and water district divisions. The board also approved over $3 million in vouchers and various grants and road use agreements.

Tue Jun 20, 2023

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

County to approve grants, contracts, and road closures at June 20 meeting

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on June 20, 2023, covering a consent agenda with multiple approvals, including contracts, grants, and temporary road use agreements. The board will also certify delinquent taxes, approve a minor subdivision, and receive a strategic plan update from Western Colorado University. Public comment is limited to 5 minutes per item, with no formal action taken during that time.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $3M in vouchers and various county service agreements

The Board of County Commissioners approved $3,035,984.49 in vouchers and a $6.3M cash transfer. They authorized the collection of delinquent taxes for four sewer and water district divisions and approved a minor impact subdivision for the Salisbury Subdivision. Several grants and road use agreements were also approved via the consent agenda.

Tue Jun 6, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to weigh liquor licenses, land-use requests, and $700K in contracts

The Gunnison County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on June 6, 2023, covering a public hearing for a new liquor license, several land-use applications, and a consent agenda with contracts and grants totaling over $700,000. The board will also consider a marijuana cultivation license and multiple subdivision-related requests.

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✓ Decided: Gunnison County approves multiple grants and land use requests

The Board of County Commissioners approved several administrative contracts, including a $160,000 highway safety grant and a $227,068 cheatgrass project grant. The board also approved a boundary line adjustment for Taylor Adventures LLC and a subdivision exemption for Hotchkiss Ranches LLC.

Thu May 25, 2023

STOR Committee

Committee to hear trail planning update for Crested Butte to Crested Butte South path

The STOR Committee is meeting to discuss the Crested Butte to Crested Butte South multimodal trail, with a planning update from Design Workshop. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and brief updates on the June meeting, committee vacancy, and strategic plan teams. The trail planning aligns with the County's Strategic Plan Goal D2 to develop a plan for the recreation path by March 31, 2024.

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Tue May 23, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners to hear updates from health district and water conservancy district

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting and work session. The special meeting will handle routine financial items, including accounts payable, purchase card reports, and cash transfers. The work session will feature updates from Gunnison Valley Health and the Upper Gunnison River Water Conservancy District, with no formal action expected.

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✓ Decided: Board of County Commissioners approves $4.79M in vouchers and $5.11M cash transfer

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting to approve financial reports. The board accepted the Treasurer's Report and authorized specific accounts payable and cash transfers.

Thu May 18, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Crested Butte Fire District headquarters proposal

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Crested Butte Fire Protection District's location and extent application for a new headquarters, search and rescue facility, training tower, and helipad. The previously scheduled Gregory Six Lot Subdivision hearing has been postponed to June 15, 2023. The commission will also conduct a training session on legal topics and handle routine administrative items.

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Wed May 17, 2023

Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee

Sage-grouse committee to review USFWS 5-year status, raven subcommittee

The Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee is meeting to discuss sage-grouse conservation efforts. Items include a USFWS 5-year review overview, updates on the Waunita Watchable Wildlife site, and a potential raven subsidy subcommittee formation. The committee will also approve the April 19 meeting minutes and hear public comments.

Tue May 16, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to weigh ATV/OHV use on County Road 3, approve contracts

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda of contracts and agreements, a discussion on authorizing ATV/OHV/UTV use on a portion of County Road 3, and a resolution adjusting ground rent at Gold Basin Industrial Park. They will also discuss funding for Crystal River protections and a letter of support for the Affordability and Fairness for Mountain Communities Act. The meeting includes an executive session for legal advice in a specific lawsuit.

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✓ Decided: Board extends ATV and OHV use on County Road #3 through 2023

The Board approved a resolution extending the authorization for ATV, OHV, and UTV use on a portion of County Road #3 until December 31, 2023. Other actions included approving several health and airport contracts and adjusting ground rent for the Gold Basin Industrial Park.

Tue May 2, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

Agenda file missing; meeting details unavailable

The agenda for the Gunnison County Board of County Commissioners meeting on May 2, 2023, could not be retrieved. The page returned an error stating the file was not found. No agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are available.

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Thu Apr 27, 2023

STOR Committee

STOR Committee to review and approve 2023-2025 Strategic Plan

The STOR Committee will review and possibly approve its 2023-2025 Strategic Plan, based on survey results and a draft plan. The meeting also includes updates on innovative forest financing and wildlife tools, plus a parking lot discussion on winter trailhead restrooms and Gold Medal designation.

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Wed Apr 19, 2023

Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee

Sage-grouse committee to hear raven, bear-grant items

The Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve the February 15, 2023 minutes and hear committee member comments. The agenda includes presentations on raven abundance and food subsidies, and a Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) Human-Bear Conflict Reduction Grant. Public comments and a future meeting date will also be addressed.

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Tue Apr 18, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to consider buying Crested Butte property, approving $367K trail design contract

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider several contracts, property purchases, and liquor license renewals. Key items include authorizing the purchase of 25476 State Highway 135 in Crested Butte, approving a $367,084 professional services agreement for 50% design of the Brush Creek Intersection, and approving multiple consent agenda items including a $178,915 trail planning contract and opioid settlement agreements with three towns.

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✓ Decided: Board approves purchase and subdivision exemption for Brush Creek intersection

The Board authorized the purchase of a 0.4-acre parcel at 25476 State Highway 135 in Crested Butte and approved a corresponding subdivision exemption to facilitate highway improvements. The Board also approved several liquor licenses and a series of consent agenda items including professional service agreements and grant applications.

Tue Apr 11, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners to hear water district updates and department performance reports

This is a work session, not a regular meeting, so no formal action will be taken. The board will receive updates on HB1177 and from two water conservation districts, followed by periodic performance reports from Finance, Human Resources, and Geographic Information Services.

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Tue Apr 4, 2023

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

County to consider pedestrian underpass grant, human services plan, liquor license

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting that includes a public hearing on a liquor license, approval of a comprehensive civil rights plan, and a consent agenda with multiple professional services agreements. They will also consider applying for a grant to build a pedestrian underpass at Highway 135 and Brush Creek Road, and will hold an executive session for legal advice on a lawsuit.

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✓ Decided: County approves pedestrian underpass grant application and civil rights plan

The Board approved a Comprehensive Civil Rights Plan and a $3 million grant application for a pedestrian underpass at Highway 135 and Brush Creek Road. They also authorized the County Manager to implement the Whetstone project and approved a liquor license for Irwin Backcountry Guides LLC.

Tue Apr 4, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to consider pedestrian underpass grant, liquor license, contracts

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting covering a range of administrative and financial items, including a grant application for a pedestrian underpass, a liquor license renewal, and multiple professional services agreements. The board will also discuss the Whetstone Project and enter an executive session for legal advice on a lawsuit.

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✓ Decided: Board supports $3M grant for Highway 135 pedestrian underpass

The Board of County Commissioners approved several professional service agreements and authorized a grant application for a pedestrian underpass. They also reaffirmed the County Manager's authority to implement the Whetstone project and directed the County Attorney to defend litigation regarding Land Jack LLC v. Clark.

Tue Mar 28, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners hold work session on health board, department reports

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session, which is not recorded and where no formal action can be taken. They will hear an update from Gunnison Valley Health's Board of Trustees and periodic performance reports from the County Attorney's Office, Public Works Department, and Community and Economic Development Department.

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Thu Mar 23, 2023

STOR Committee

STOR Committee to vote on 2023-2025 strategic plan

The STOR Committee will meet to approve its 2023-2025 Strategic Plan, along with approving minutes and welcoming new members. Updates will be given on a Great Outdoors Colorado grant and the file sharing system. Future agenda items include innovative finance for national forests, winter trailhead restrooms, and a gold medal designation.

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Tue Mar 21, 2023

Planning Commission

County and city planners review Three Mile Plan draft memo

The Gunnison County Planning Commission and Board of County Commissioners are holding a joint work session with the City of Gunnison to review the Draft Planning Influences Memo for the Three Mile Plan. The session includes a presentation by Houseal Lavigne Associates on key findings and proposed land use subareas. This is a discussion and work session, not a final decision-making meeting.

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Tue Mar 21, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to consider solar, geothermal grant, liquor licenses, road rules

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting covering a range of administrative and regulatory items, including liquor license renewals, a public hearing on a CDBG fund de-obligation, and approvals for subdivision covenants, road use, and wastewater improvements. The board will also consider several grant applications and agreements, and an executive session for legal advice on a property.

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✓ Decided: Gunnison County approves ambulance licensing and wastewater grant

The Board of County Commissioners amended ambulance licensing regulations to establish a specific service area for Gunnison Valley Health Paramedics. They also approved a $320,175 grant for the Town of Somerset wastewater system and a 15-ton weight limit on a portion of Slate River Road.

Tue Mar 7, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to hear liquor license, approve grants and contracts totaling over $400K

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a liquor license application, conduct a work session interview, and then take action on a consent agenda with numerous grant approvals, professional service agreements, and other administrative items. The meeting also includes a subdivision vacation approval, appointments to boards, and an executive session on opioid litigation.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners approve opioid settlement participation and road closures

The Board authorized participation in pharmaceutical opioid settlements and approved a temporary seasonal closure of County Road 38. They also approved a subdivision vacation for conservation purposes and several grant applications and professional service agreements.

Thu Mar 2, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews draft Three Mile Plan update with consultants

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold a meeting on March 2, 2023, to review the draft Planning Influences Memo for the Gunnison County & City of Gunnison Three Mile Plan Update. The session includes a presentation by Houseal Lavigne Associates on key findings and proposed land use subareas. No other specific decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed on this preliminary agenda.

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Tue Feb 28, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners to hear sheriff, water district updates and make board appointments

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to appoint members to the Tourism and Prosperity Partnership (TAPP) Board, followed by a work session with updates from the Sheriff's Office, HB 1177 roundtable, and two water conservation districts. They will also interview candidates for the Weed Commission and Sage-grouse Strategic Committee. No formal action is expected during the work session.

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✓ Decided: BOCC reappoints three members to the TAPP Board

The Board of County Commissioners convened as the Local Marketing District Board to make Tourism and Prosperity Partnership (TAPP) Board appointments. The board decided to maintain continuity by reappointing the three current members.

Thu Feb 23, 2023

STOR Committee

Committee to recommend Stewardship Fund projects and approve strategic plan

The STOR Committee will review and recommend projects for the Gunnison County Stewardship Fund 2023 funding cycle and discuss a draft 2023–2025 Strategic Plan, with possible approval. The meeting is hybrid, in-person at the Blackstock Building or via Zoom.

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Tue Feb 21, 2023

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

Human Services Board to review post-PHE program changes and funding

The Gunnison/Hinsdale Board of Human Services is meeting to review its 2023 meeting plan, receive program updates on public assistance changes after the Public Health Emergency, and discuss the funding overview. The board will also hear legislative updates on key bills. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn at 9:00 am.

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✓ Decided: Board reviews funding and pandemic benefit transitions

The Board reviewed the 2023 meeting plan and funding graphs for human services and public health programs. Officials reported that pandemic-era emergency allotments for food and Medicaid will end in March and April 2023. No formal votes were recorded for the items discussed.

Tue Feb 21, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to consider buying property for hospital housing

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting covering consent agenda items, reports, resolutions, and a work session. Key actions include approving a property purchase for hospital housing, updating procurement and grant policies, and authorizing the sheriff to collect VIN inspection fees. The meeting also includes interviews for board and commission appointments.

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✓ Decided: Board authorizes property purchase for Gunnison Valley Hospital

The Board of County Commissioners approved the purchase of two lots on North Colorado Street for the use of Gunnison Valley Hospital. The board also updated the county's procurement and grant policies and authorized the Sheriff to collect fees for VIN inspections.

Thu Feb 16, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission meeting postponed; subdivision hearing moved to April 6

This Planning Commission meeting is postponed. The only substantive item, a continued joint public hearing for the Gregory Six Lot Subdivision, has been rescheduled to April 6, 2023. The rest of the agenda consists of routine procedural items.

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Wed Feb 15, 2023

Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee

Sage-grouse committee to hear BLM and USFS monitoring updates

The Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee will meet to hear presentations from BLM and USFS on monitoring, discuss methods, and take public comments. A separate USFWS Recovery Implementation Strategy Workshop is scheduled for the same afternoon.

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Tue Feb 7, 2023

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

✓ Decided: BOCC approves Whetstone Community Housing sketch plan

The Board of County Commissioners approved the sketch plan for the Whetstone Community Housing Development, a project proposing approximately 231 units. The Board also authorized the purchase of a four-plex for Gunnison Valley Health and approved several lot clusters and liquor licenses.

Tue Feb 7, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to consider buying 4 housing units at 102 Ouray Lane, plus liquor licenses and grants

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting covering liquor license renewals, a consent agenda with multiple grant and contract approvals, and a resolution to authorize purchasing four housing units at 102 Ouray Lane. The board will also review several lot cluster applications and a land use change for the Whetstone Housing Project. A work session follows with interviews for county boards and commissions.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Whetstone Community Housing sketch plan

The Board approved the sketch plan for the Whetstone Community Housing Development, which proposes approximately 231 units. The Board also authorized the purchase of a four-plex for Gunnison Valley Health and approved several lot clusters and liquor licenses.

Thu Feb 2, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to continue hearing on 231-unit Whetstone workforce housing project

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold a continued joint public hearing on the Whetstone Workforce Housing application (LUC-22-00049), which proposes a 231-unit residential development on a 15.1-acre site at 25315 Highway 135. The commission will also handle routine items: call to order, quorum, minutes approval, and public comments. The agenda is otherwise limited to this single substantive item.

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Tue Jan 24, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Gunnison County approves assessor's 2023 alternate appeal schedule

The Board of County Commissioners approved the 2023 alternate appeal schedule for the County Assessor and authorized several financial reports and contracts. The board also determined which applicants would be interviewed for various county board and commission vacancies.

Thu Jan 19, 2023

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to weigh 231-unit workforce housing and 6-lot subdivision

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold joint public hearings on two development proposals: a 231-unit essential workforce housing project at 25315 Highway 135 and a 3.42-acre subdivision into six single-family lots on Colorado Highway 135. The commission will also approve minutes and take public comments on unscheduled items.

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Wed Jan 18, 2023

Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee

Sage-grouse committee to hear research and carcass mitigation presentations

The Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee is meeting to hear a wet meadow restoration research presentation and a Blackfoot Challenge carcass mitigation presentation, and to discuss a USFWS recovery implementation strategy workshop. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and public comments.

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Tue Jan 17, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

County to discuss extending ATV/OHV/UTV use on County Road #3

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss an update on the county's emissions inventory and consider further extending ATV, OHV, and UTV use on a portion of County Road #3. This is a work session, so no formal action will be taken; it is for discussion only.

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Tue Jan 17, 2023

Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee

Sage-grouse committee to review lek photography applications, forest plan update

The Gunnison Basin Sage-grouse Strategic Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve the agenda and prior minutes, hear committee member comments, and discuss several items. The main business includes reviewing lek access photography applications, receiving an update on the USFS Forest Plan revision, and presenting a stewardship award. Public comments will be taken, and the meeting may include action on any listed item.

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Tue Jan 10, 2023

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

Gunnison County BOCC to consider $1M affordable housing grant, liquor licenses, land use items

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on January 10, 2023, covering a range of administrative and land-use items. They will consider a $1,000,000 grant application for the Sawtooth affordable housing project, a lot cluster request, a subdivision plat vacation, and a conservation easement agreement. The board will also approve several consent agenda items, including contracts and grant applications, and make appointments to various boards and committees.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $1M affordable housing grant application and land preservation funds

The Board approved a $1 million grant application for Phase 2 of the Sawtooth affordable housing project and a $125,000 grant for the Schutt Wetlands Conservation Easement Project. The Board also reorganized leadership, appointing Jonathan Houck as Chairperson and Liz Smith as Vice-Chairperson.

Tue Jan 10, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

Gunnison County BOCC to consider $1M affordable housing grant, land use items

The Gunnison County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on January 10, 2023, covering administrative approvals, land use decisions, and grant applications. Key items include a $1,000,000 grant application for the Sawtooth affordable housing project, a lot cluster request, a subdivision plat vacation, and a conservation easement agreement. The board will also reorganize and make appointments to various boards and committees.

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✓ Decided: BOCC reorganizes leadership and approves several grants and land actions

The Board appointed Jonathan Houck as Chairperson and Liz Smith as Vice-Chairperson. The Board approved a $1 million affordable housing grant application and a $125,000 land preservation grant. Additionally, the Board authorized the vacation of the Snowbound Subdivision Plat and approved a lot cluster in Crystal Meadows.

Tue Jan 10, 2023

Board of Equalization

Gunnison County BOCC to consider $1M affordable housing grant, land use items

The Gunnison County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on January 10, 2023, covering a range of administrative and land-use items. They will consider a $1,000,000 grant application for the Sawtooth affordable housing project, a lot cluster request, and a subdivision plat vacation. The board will also act on several consent agenda items, including contracts and grant applications, and discuss broadband and mineral withdrawal comments.

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✓ Decided: Gunnison County Board reorganizes leadership and approves several grants

The Board of County Commissioners appointed Jonathan Houck as Chair and Liz Smith as Vice-Chair for 2023. The board approved a $1 million affordable housing grant application and a $125,000 land preservation grant. Additionally, three liquor licenses were approved and a subdivision plat was vacated.