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Gunnison County public meetings in 2025

86 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 30, 2025

Gunnison County Housing Authority

County to vote on water, sewer, and solid waste fee schedules

The Board of County Commissioners will consider resolutions to establish fee and rate schedules for water and sewer services across multiple districts. The meeting also includes budget amendments for the county, the Housing Authority, and the Local Marketing District.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved multiple budget and fee schedule resolutions

The commissioners adopted Resolution 2025-5 to amend the Gunnison River Valley Local Marketing District budget. They also approved Resolution 2025-006 to amend the Gunnison County Housing Authority budget and Resolution 2025-35 to amend the county budget for fiscal year 2025. In addition, the board adopted eight resolutions (2025-36 through 2025-40) establishing new water and sewer fee schedules for several district divisions, all with unanimous votes.

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Tue Dec 30, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board to amend county budgets and set new utility rates

The Board of County Commissioners will consider amending the budgets for the county, the Gunnison River Valley Local Marketing District, and the Gunnison County Housing Authority for Fiscal Year 2025. The meeting also includes a discussion on ATV/UTV use on Somerset County roads and a rate study for the Gunnison County Sewer and Water District.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously adopts new fee schedules for all water and sewer districts

The Board of County Commissioners adopted a series of resolutions that set new fee schedules for water and sewer services in the Antelope Hills, Dos Rios, North Gunnison, Somerset, and Tomichi divisions of the Gunnison County Water and Sewer District, and amended charges for integrated solid waste services. The same meeting also approved amendments to the budgets for the Gunnison River Valley Local Marketing District, the Gunnison County Housing Authority, and the overall Gunnison County budget for fiscal year 2025. All motions were carried unanimously.

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Fri Dec 19, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to certify 2025 tax and 2026 budget levies

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to certify levies and revenue for Tax Year 2025 and Budget Year 2026. The board will also consider a credit application for Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously certified 2025 levies and approved consent agenda

The commissioners unanimously certified the 2025 tax‑year levies and revenues presented by local governments and authorized the chair’s signature and stamp on the certification document. They also unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included a three‑year credit application from Caterpillar Financial Services for purchasing parts, tools and equipment.

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Thu Dec 18, 2025

Planning Commission

Commission holds public hearing on Starview Subdivision proposal

The Planning Commission will hold a joint public hearing regarding a residential subdivision proposal. The body will also conduct work sessions on wildfire code updates and another subdivision project.

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Tue Dec 16, 2025

Gunnison County Housing Authority

Board to consider transfer of Gunnison Valley Housing Authority assets

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will review a consent agenda of administrative items, including intergovernmental agreements and contracts, and hold a public hearing on road construction standards. The Gunnison County Housing Authority will meet separately to adopt a resolution accepting the transfer of assets from the Gunnison Valley Housing Authority.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $3.1M tourism partnership contract and adopts consent agenda items

The Board unanimously approved a $3,125,000 Professional Services Agreement for the Tourism and Prosperity Partnership Work Plan. It also adopted the minutes from the November 18 and December 9 meetings. A consent agenda containing multiple intergovernmental agreements, grants and contracts was approved without dissent.

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Tue Dec 16, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners approve $3.1M tourism contract and senior transport deals

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on a $3.125 million professional services agreement with the Tourism and Prosperity Partnership for 2026. The agenda includes two memoranda of agreement for senior transportation totaling $460,000 with Gunnison Valley Hospital and Mountain Express. Additionally, the board will consider land use change applications for a lot cluster and townhome plat, along with appointments to the Planning Commission and Historic Preservation Commission.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves $3.1M tourism partnership agreement and multiple grants

The Board approved a $3,125,000 Professional Services Agreement for the Tourism and Prosperity Partnership Work Plan. It also approved the minutes from prior meetings and a consent agenda that covered several grant awards and service contracts. All motions passed unanimously. No final decisions were made on the road‑bridge waiver request presented at the public hearing.

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Tue Dec 16, 2025

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

Board will review minutes and discuss child welfare and 2026 planning

The Gunnison‑Hinsdale Board of Human Services will approve the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting. It will receive an update on child welfare programs. The Board will discuss planning for its 2026 agenda before adjourning.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes

The Gunnison/Hinsdale Board of Human Services approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 regular meeting. The motion was moved by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Houck, and carried unanimously. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

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Mon Dec 15, 2025

Gunnison County Housing Authority

✓ Decided: County adopts 2026 budget and mill levy, all votes unanimous

The Board approved the 2026 budget for the Gunnison River Valley Local Marketing District, the Gunnison County Housing Authority, and the County of Gunnison. It also approved appropriations for each entity and set both a temporary tax‑credit mill levy and the regular mill levy for the county. Every resolution was carried unanimously.

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Mon Dec 15, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board to adopt 2026 budgets for county, housing authority, and marketing district

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to adopt the 2026 budgets for the County, the Gunnison County Housing Authority, and the Gunnison River Valley Local Marketing District. The agenda includes resolutions to adopt the budgets and appropriate revenues for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2026. The board will also set temporary and permanent tax credit mill levies for the county.

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✓ Decided: County adopts 2026 budget and sets mill levy rates

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted the 2026 budgets for the Gunnison River Valley Local Marketing District, the Gunnison County Housing Authority, and Gunnison County itself. It also approved appropriations for the two districts and set both a temporary tax‑credit mill levy and the regular mill levy for fiscal year 2026.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Gunnison County to hold public hearing on proposed 2026 budget

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed 2026 Gunnison County Budget. The meeting also includes a work session to interview candidates for the Planning Commission and Historic Preservation Commission.

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✓ Decided: Board held public hearing on 2026 budget, no actions taken

The Board of County Commissioners convened a special meeting on December 9, 2025 at the 200 E. Virginia Avenue meeting room. A public hearing was held to discuss the proposed 2026 Gunnison County budget. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

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Thu Dec 4, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Lower Verzuh subdivision and Treasure Mountain Ranch project

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will review a major subdivision proposal for 311 residential lots and a minor impact land use change for Treasure Mountain Ranch. The meeting will also include the approval of minutes and a work session.

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Thu Nov 20, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review wireless tower and ranch development

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a wireless telecommunications device and a land use change for Treasure Mountain Ranch. The body will also hold work sessions for residential and commercial projects in Ohio City and Crested Butte.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

County Commissioners to adopt Gunnison Area Special Area plan and road standards

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a resolution to amend the county's standards and specifications for new roads and bridges. Commissioners will consider a resolution designating the Gunnison Area as a Special Area and adopting the Gunnison Area Plan and its regulations. Several grant awards and land‑use change applications will also be reviewed.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously adopts new road and bridge standards and approves key funding

The commissioners approved Resolution 2025-29 amending Gunnison County road and bridge standards, effective Jan. 1, 2026. They also approved $2,000 for emergency food boxes, a dollar‑for‑dollar employee donation match up to $2,000, and the Assessor’s recommended tax values for two parcels. The consent agenda, including several grant awards, was approved unanimously.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

Board of Equalization

Board will adopt Gunnison Area Plan and designate Gunnison Area as a Special Area

The Board will consider a public hearing on a resolution to amend the county standards for new roads and bridges. It will review several land‑use change applications, including a Brush Creek Townhome Plat Phase 2 and two boundary line adjustments. Commissioners will vote on a resolution to designate the Gunnison Area as a Special Area and adopt the Gunnison Area Plan and its regulations. Additional items include grant approvals and a land‑preservation fund agreement.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved new road and bridge standards and several funding measures

The commissioners adopted Resolution 2025-29, amending Gunnison County standards and specifications for new roads and bridges, effective Jan. 1, 2026. They also approved $2,000 from discretionary funds for additional emergency food boxes and authorized a dollar‑for‑dollar employee donation match up to $2,000. The board accepted the Assessor’s recommended values for two property tax parcels and approved the consent agenda and meeting minutes.

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Thu Nov 6, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews Starview Subdivision proposal for 107 residential lots

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold work sessions to discuss the proposed Gunnison Area Plan and its draft Special Area Regulations. It will also review the Starview Subdivision major‑impact application to subdivide a 96‑acre parcel into 107 residential lots (83 single‑family and 24 deed‑restricted) at the southeast corner of Highway 135 and Cement Creek Rd. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the October 23, 2025 session, an unscheduled citizens comment period, and staff announcements.

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Tue Nov 4, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

County approves $137,107 contract for Brush Creek Road Interchange project

The Board will approve the October 21 minutes and consider a consent agenda that includes several contracts and grant agreements. Items on the consent agenda range from a $6,306 professional services agreement with Merrick & Company to a $137,107 contract for the Brush Creek Road Interchange project. Commissioners will also discuss an amended transportation authority agreement and a letter of support for a housing land‑banking application. A work session will address the 2026 county budget.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved holiday calendar, contracts, transportation agreement and housing support

The commissioners approved the October 21, 2025 minutes and adopted the 2026 holiday calendar and meeting schedule. They passed the consent agenda, which included several contracts and opioid‑abatement grant allocations. The board also approved the amended Gunnison Valley Regional Transportation Authority intergovernmental agreement and a letter of support for a $2 million affordable‑housing land‑banking project. All motions carried unanimously.

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Tue Oct 28, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners hold work session on water and wildfire updates

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to receive updates on water conservation and wildfire councils. As a work session, formal action cannot be taken on these items.

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Thu Oct 23, 2025

Planning Commission

Public hearing on Gunnison Area Plan and Special Area Regulations

The Planning Commission will hold a joint public hearing on the proposed Gunnison Area Plan and its Special Area Regulations, including an overview, staff presentation, deliberation, and public comments. The commission will also consider a Minor Impact Land Use Change (LUC-24-00008) for Treasure Mountain Ranch at 3881 Forest Service Road 314, proposing consolidation of parcels and four new residential units. Routine business includes approving minutes from four prior meetings, an unscheduled citizens comment period, and miscellaneous staff announcements.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board will consider adopting landing fees for general aviation at the regional airport

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will vote on a resolution to adopt landing fees for general aviation aircraft at the Gunnison‑Crested Butte Regional Airport. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with several grant awards and service agreements, and a funding request for the Brush Creek Roundabout. Budget discussions for Public Works, Housing Authority, and the Sheriff’s Office will be held in a work session.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved firehouse replacement MOU and key funding requests

The Commissioners approved three alcohol‑beverage licenses and adopted the minutes from the Oct. 7 and Oct. 14 meetings. They moved the firehouse replacement Memorandum of Understanding to a separate discussion, reaffirmed the County Manager’s signing authority, and then approved the MOU with the City of Gunnison. The board also approved a funding request letter to the Gunnison Valley Regional Transportation Authority for the Brush Creek Roundabout and authorized both a voucher payment of $7,279,694.51 and a cash transfer of $9,902,929.31, all by unanimous vote.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

Board approves MOU with Prowers County for $480

The Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services will approve financial reports and a Memorandum of Understanding with Prowers County for 2026. The meeting also includes updates on Community Service Block Grant and Adult Protection Services.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $480 MOU with Prowers County for after‑hours child welfare hotline

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Prowers County, valued at $480, to handle after‑hours child welfare and adult protection calls. Additionally, the Board unanimously approved the State Fiscal Year 2024‑2025 financial report and authorized the Chair’s signature.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board reviews 2026 budget draft and property tax appeals

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will consider the draft proposal for the 2026 county budget. The board will also schedule a public hearing on the budget and review the audited financial statements for 2024. In addition, the board will hear hearing officer recommendations and assessor stipulations for property tax appeals before the Board of Equalization.

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✓ Decided: Board adopted 2026 staff budget draft proposal

The Board unanimously adopted the Gunnison County 2026 Staff Budget Draft Proposal #1. It also unanimously scheduled a public budget hearing for December 9 at 5:30 pm. In the same meeting the Board adopted the Hearing Officer recommendations, the Assessor's stipulations for appealed properties, the Assessor's recommendations for non‑appealed changes, and the 2024 audited financial statements. All CBOE appeal decisions listed in the agenda were approved as presented.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Board of Equalization

Board will consider the 2026 Gunnison County budget draft proposal

The Board of Equalization will hear hearing officer recommendations for dozens of property appeals and assessor recommendations for stipulations and changes to properties. It will also discuss the Gunnison County 2026 Budget Draft Proposal #1 and schedule a public hearing on the budget. Finally, the board will review the audited financial statements for 2024 before adjourning.

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✓ Decided: Board approved the 2026 staff budget draft proposal

The Board unanimously adopted the hearing officer recommendations for appealed properties and accepted the assessor's stipulations and other property adjustments. It also approved the 2026 staff budget draft and scheduled a public budget hearing for December 9. Finally, the Board accepted the audited financial statements for 2024.

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Tue Oct 7, 2025

Gunnison County Housing Authority

Board will consider a $1.576 million amendment to the landfill design‑build contract.

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will review and vote on items on the consent agenda, including contracts, grants, and lease agreements. A major item is the $1,576,086 amendment to the Standard Design‑Build Agreement for the Gunnison Landfill. Additional discussions cover a local liquor license renewal, a weatherization funding agreement for Mountain View Apartments, and public comment on county business.

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✓ Decided: Board approved Weatherization Funding Agreement for Mountain View Apartments

The Board unanimously approved an alcohol beverage license for Kebler Corner Liquors and a Weatherization Funding Agreement for Mountain View Apartments, authorizing the Housing Authority Executive Secretary to sign. It also approved the meeting minutes, the consent agenda, and ratified a $1,438.95 Welcome Week sponsorship. Additional approvals included a townhome plat, a lot‑cluster consolidation, and letters of support for the Stirrup Bar Ranch conservation easement.

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Tue Oct 7, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

County approves $1,576,086 design‑build amendment for Gunnison Landfill

The Board will consider a consent agenda that includes multiple professional services agreements, grant applications, and lease contracts. Notable items include a $1,576,086 amendment to the design‑build agreement for the Gunnison Landfill and a concession lease for an on‑airport car rental at Gunnison‑Crested Butte Regional Airport. The meeting also features land‑use reviews, conservation easement support letters, and a public comment period.

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✓ Decided: Board approved Weatherization Funding Agreement for Mountain View Apartments

The commissioners unanimously approved an Alcohol Beverage License for Kebler Corner Liquors and a Weatherization Funding Agreement for Mountain View Apartments. They also ratified a $1,438.95 Welcome Week sponsorship, approved the Cox Teocalli Townhome plat and a lot‑cluster consolidation, and authorized letters of support for the Stirrup Bar Ranch conservation easement. All actions were carried out with unanimous votes.

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Thu Oct 2, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews three subdivision proposals, including 107‑unit Starview

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will conduct site visits to evaluate three subdivision applications. The Henke Subdivision Minor Impact seeks to split a 3.63‑acre parcel at 511 Roper Lane into two 1.81‑acre lots. The Starview Subdivision Major Impact proposes a 96‑acre parcel at 48 County Road 740 to be divided into 107 units, including 24 affordable housing units. The Lower Verzuh Ranch Subdivision Major Impact proposes subdividing 450 acres into 31 residential lots ranging from 1/8 to 3 acres.

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Tue Sep 23, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board discusses tourism partnership, federal updates, and parking permit

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to hear updates and discuss several topics. Items include a Tourism and Prosperity Partnership Board update, a briefing on recent federal developments and county priorities from the offices of Senators Hickenlooper and Bennet, a discussion of winter parking permits at the Kebler Pass trailhead, and a conversation on added legislative priorities. No formal action can be taken during this work session.

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Thu Sep 18, 2025

Planning Commission

Joint public hearing on the Gunnison Area Plan and Special Area Regulations

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will discuss the proposed Gunnison Area Plan and its Special Area Regulations (SG-25-00001) in a joint public hearing with the Board of Commissioners. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from the September 4, 2025, commission meeting and a brief unscheduled citizens comment period.

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Wed Sep 17, 2025

Planning Commission

Treasure Mountain Ranch proposes minor impact land use change at 3881 Forest Service Rd

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to review the LUC‑24‑00008 application from Treasure Mountain Ranch, Inc. for a Minor Impact Land Use Change at 3881 Forest Service Road 314. The proposal seeks to consolidate 16 parcels into 9, adjust three boundaries, and cluster new development—including four residential structures (5,089 sq ft) and a maintenance barn (4,900 sq ft) within a 1.9‑acre envelope in the historic Crystal townsite.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board will vote on a loan proposal for Gunnison Valley Hospital

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a resolution to approve a loan transaction for Gunnison Valley Hospital D/B/A Gunnison Valley Health with PNC Bank. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with several professional services agreements, grants, and alcohol beverage licenses, as well as an appointment to fill the vacant County Treasurer position. Additional items include $125,000 grants for the Cement Creek Ranch Conservation Easement and the Pristine Point Long Lake project, and executive sessions on a transportation authority agreement and legal matters concerning the Wilder on the Taylor lots.

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✓ Decided: Board approves hospital loan transaction with PNC Bank

The commissioners unanimously approved a loan transaction for Gunnison Valley Hospital with PNC Bank. They also appointed Teresa Brown as the new county treasurer effective October 1, 2025. Additional unanimous actions included renewing two alcohol licenses, joining the national opioid settlement, designating a CCI legislative committee representative, funding two land‑preservation grants, and issuing a suicide‑prevention awareness proclamation.

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Tue Sep 9, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to consider $19 million Safe Streets and Roads for All grant

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session and a special meeting. The special meeting focuses on the delegation of authority for a federal grant agreement for Public Works.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously delegated authority for $19M Safe Streets grant

The commissioners voted to delegate authority to County Manager Matthew Birnie to execute the Fiscal Year 2024 Safe Streets and Roads for All grant agreement, which provides $19,082,000 in federal funds with a county share of $3,816,400. The motion was moved by Commissioner Elizabeth Smith, seconded by Commissioner Jonathan Houck, and passed unanimously. No other actions were taken at the meeting.

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Thu Sep 4, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review two major subdivisions with 430 new homes

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss two large residential subdivisions: Starview Subdivision (96 acres, 129 lots) and Lower Verzuh Ranch Subdivision (450 acres, 301 lots). Both proposals include workforce housing components and significant open space amenities.

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Tue Sep 2, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to vote on $417,150 in facility contracts and hear tax abatement petition

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to approve a consent agenda including $417,150 in facility maintenance contracts and a $50,000 grant application. A public hearing will consider a 2024 property tax abatement petition for the Stone Minor Subdivision. The board will also discuss roads and bridge standards in a work session.

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✓ Decided: Board denies property tax abatement petition for R074108

The commissioners unanimously denied the petition for abatement of property tax account R074108. They also unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included several professional‑services contracts and a $50,000 health‑services grant. All votes were unanimous and the meeting was adjourned at 9:53 a.m.

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Tue Sep 2, 2025

Board of Equalization

Gunnison County considers facility contracts and a property tax abatement petition

The Board of County Commissioners will review a consent agenda featuring multiple professional services agreements for county facilities. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a property tax abatement or refund for a specific parcel in the Stone Minor Subdivision.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously denied a property tax abatement petition

The Board voted unanimously to deny the tax abatement petition (R074108) for the Stone Minor Subdivision. It also approved the August 26 special meeting minutes, the August 19 regular meeting minutes, and the consent agenda items, which include several professional services agreements totaling over $400,000. All motions were carried without opposition.

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Tue Aug 26, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board to hear senior property tax appeals and discuss wildlife planning tools

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to hear appeals for senior property tax exemptions and a work session to discuss wildlife planning support tools, roads and bridge standards, and a quarterly sheriff update.

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Tue Aug 26, 2025

Board of Equalization

Board of Equalization to hear senior property tax exemption appeals

The Board of Equalization will hold a special meeting to review two senior property tax exemption appeals. The Board of County Commissioners will also hold a work session to discuss sheriff updates, wildlife planning, and road standards.

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✓ Decided: Board denies two senior property tax exemption appeals

The Gunnison County Board of Equalization reviewed two senior property tax exemption appeals. Both applicants failed to meet the ten‑year residency requirement, which the board said is based on voter registration. The board voted unanimously to deny the exemptions for H. Kahanek and C. Niesman.

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Thu Aug 21, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hear three land-use proposals including a large home and subdivisions

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will meet to consider three land-use applications. Items include a public hearing on a proposed 5,000+ sq. ft. residence, and work sessions on subdividing a 3.63-acre parcel and consolidating 16 parcels into 9 for clustered development.

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Tue Aug 19, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Gunnison County considers multiple facility service contracts and health budget increases

The Board of County Commissioners will review a consent agenda featuring several professional services agreements for county facilities and budget adjustments for Health and Human Services. The meeting also includes a liquor permit request for a Crested Butte event and a discussion on Historic Preservation Commission members.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $16.8 M cash transfer and $5.3 M vouchers

The Board unanimously approved a $16,840,680.31 cash transfer and $5,275,290.90 in vouchers. It also approved the special event liquor permit, the full consent agenda—including several professional services agreements and budget increases—and accepted the Treasurer’s July report. Staff were directed to advertise vacancies for the Historic Preservation Commission and other open positions, and the Board agreed to fund up to $1,500 for the upcoming Welcoming Week events.

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Tue Aug 19, 2025

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

Board approves $26,532 in state grants for local health services

The Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services will review and likely approve two state grants totaling $26,532 for local health and human services programs covering July through September 2025. The board will also recognize the 2024 C-STAT Distinguished Performance Award for both counties.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved June minutes and consent agenda items

The board approved the minutes from the June 17 regular meeting and the June 24 special meeting with a unanimous vote. The consent agenda, covering two state contracts totaling $26,532.10, was also approved unanimously. No other actions were taken.

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Tue Aug 12, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners discuss Blue Mesa Reservoir and Colorado River water status

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to receive updates on water management and research. The meeting includes discussions on drought releases and algal blooms. No formal action can be taken during this session.

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Thu Aug 7, 2025

Planning Commission

Commission to hold joint hearing on Gunnison Area Plan regulations

The Planning Commission and Board of Commissioners will hold a joint public hearing. They will discuss the proposed Gunnison Area Plan and Special Area Regulations.

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Tue Aug 5, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board to review land use changes and accept County Treasurer's resignation

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several land use change applications and accept the resignation of the County Treasurer/Public Trustee. The meeting also includes a session for the Local Liquor Licensing Authority to review beverage licenses.

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✓ Decided: Board approved major commercial expansion at Discount Storage

The commissioners unanimously approved the consent agenda, including six alcohol beverage licenses and several grant and service agreements. They accepted County Treasurer Debbie Dunbar’s resignation effective September 30. The board corrected a recording error for lot cluster LUC‑24‑00032 and approved lot cluster LUC‑24‑00061. They also voted unanimously to forgo an additional public hearing and approved Resolution 2025‑25 permitting the Discount Storage commercial expansion.

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Tue Jul 22, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to discuss wolf reintroduction and audit filing extension

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to address a request for an extension to file the 12/31/2024 audit. This will be followed by a work session to discuss wolf reintroduction with the Gunnison County Stockgrowers’ Association.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously authorized extension to file 2024 audit

The Gunnison County Board of County Commissioners met on July 22, 2025. Commissioner Smith ran the meeting. A motion to request an extension for filing the 2024 audit, as required by state statute, and to authorize a board member to sign the required form was moved by Commissioner Houck, seconded by Commissioner Puckett Daniels, and carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:32 am.

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Thu Jul 17, 2025

Planning Commission

Public hearing on expanding outdoor vehicle storage at 1825 State Highway 135

The Planning Commission will hold a joint public hearing regarding a storage facility expansion. The body will also hold work sessions for a cell tower, a large residence, and a hunting lodge use change.

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Tue Jul 15, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to review land preservation grants and property tax petitions

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several conservation easement grants and hold hearings on property tax abatement petitions. The meeting includes an executive session regarding County property and the Sawtooth II housing project.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $10.3M cash transfer and $8.0M vouchers

The commissioners unanimously approved the July 1 meeting minutes and the consent agenda covering multiple grant and service contracts. They also approved tax‑abatement recommendations for parcels R004083 and R004085, authorized a condominium plat (LUC‑24‑00060), and approved three land‑preservation easement grants. Finally, the board approved vouchers totaling $8,023,631.11 and a cash transfer of $10,302,887.79.

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Thu Jul 10, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission and Board of Commissioners hold joint session on Gunnison Area Plan

The Gunnison County Planning Commission and Board of Commissioners will hold a joint work session. The body will discuss the proposed Gunnison Area Plan.

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Tue Jul 8, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to discuss Gunnison Fire Station needs and opioid grant report

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss a fire station feasibility assessment and a regional opioid grant report. As a work session, no formal action can be taken on these items.

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Tue Jul 1, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold work session on Gunnison Area Plan

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss the proposed Gunnison Area Plan. The meeting also includes time for unscheduled citizen comments.

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Tue Jul 1, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to consider $654,102.42 sales agreement with Wagner Cat

The Board of County Commissioners will review several grant agreements and contracts, including funding for health and human services. The board is also considering a subdivision exemption and boundary line adjustment for the O’Neal Revocable Living Trust.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved liquor permit, minutes, grants, and subdivision exemption

The commissioners approved a Special Event Liquor Permit for the Adaptive Sports Center, voting unanimously. They also approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, with one member recused) and the consent agenda items covering multiple grants and contracts (unanimous). Additionally, the board approved a subdivision exemption for the O’Neal Revocable Living Trust parcel LUC‑25‑00006, also by unanimous vote.

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Tue Jun 24, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to discuss federal priorities and loss analysis

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to review a CTSI 5 Year Loss Analysis. They will also meet with staff from Senator Hickenlooper and Senator Bennet regarding federal developments and county priorities.

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Tue Jun 24, 2025

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

Board to review Hinsdale County contract extension and MOU

The Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services will meet to approve minutes and address two consent items. The board is considering a contract extension and a memorandum of understanding involving Hinsdale County.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves contract extension and MOU

The Board approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. It also approved the consent agenda, which included a contract extension (22-171376) for Hinsdale County and a Memorandum of Understanding with the Colorado Department of Human Services covering July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. Both items were adopted unanimously.

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Tue Jun 17, 2025

Gunnison County Housing Authority

Gunnison County considers new building permit fees and budget amendments

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss establishing a schedule of building permit fees and amending the 2021 International Building and Residential Codes. The meeting includes several funding agreements, budget amendments, and a discussion on impact fees.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners unanimously approved $9.66 M in vouchers and $9.59 M cash transfer

The Board approved vouchers totaling $9,661,030.65 and a cash transfer of $9,589,067.05. It also set processing fees of $250 for amended and $500 for new special‑district applications, allocated the County Forest Payment to the school district, and approved a $132,537.60 weatherization contract for Mountain View Apartments. Additional approvals included $1,725 for port‑a‑potty funding at Daniel’s Hill, a condominium replat (LUC‑25‑00015), and a special‑event liquor license for the Gunnison River Festival.

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Tue Jun 17, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to discuss building permit fees and international building code amendments

The Board of County Commissioners will consider updating the International Building Code and establishing a new schedule of building permit fees. The meeting also includes budget amendments and various funding agreements for county services.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners approved $9.66 M vouchers and $9.59 M cash transfer

The board unanimously approved several items, including a special event liquor permit for the Gunnison River Festival, the 2025 budget amendment for the Gunnison River Valley Local Marketing District, and a $132,537.60 weatherization funding agreement. They also set processing fees for water‑district applications, allocated forest‑payment funds to the school district, delegated reimbursement authority to the county CFO and VSO approvals, funded a $1,725 port‑a‑potty request, and approved a condominium replat. Finally, they approved vouchers totaling $9,661,030.65 and a cash transfer of $9,589,067.05, and accepted the Treasurer’s report.

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Tue Jun 17, 2025

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

Board to review Hinsdale County contract and state MOU

The Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services will meet to approve minutes and a consent agenda. The board will discuss program updates regarding Economic Security.

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✓ Decided: Board postponed minutes approval and consent agenda due to lack of quorum

The June 17, 2025 meeting of the Gunnison/Hinsdale Board of Human Services lacked a quorum because Commissioners Levine and Smith were absent. As a result, the approval of the meeting minutes and the consent agenda were postponed to a later date. No other actions were taken.

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Tue Jun 10, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to receive water and health board updates

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to receive updates from three entities. As a work session, formal action cannot be taken on these items.

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Thu Jun 5, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review solar array and residential ridgeline project

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two land use applications. These include a request for a community solar garden and a ridgeline review for a single-family home.

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Tue Jun 3, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Gunnison County Commissioners to review health grants and land use changes

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several grants and contracts for Health and Human Services and Public Works. The meeting includes land use change approvals and a liquor license renewal for the Local Liquor Licensing Authority.

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✓ Decided: Board approved land‑use changes for Kunes property and Gunnison Bank

The commissioners unanimously approved an alcohol beverage license for Birdseye Enterprises. They also approved the consent agenda, which included nine grant and agreement items for health services, public works and other programs. Finally, the board unanimously approved a boundary‑line adjustment (LUC‑25‑00016) and a lot‑cluster amendment (LUC‑25‑00018) for local development projects.

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Tue May 27, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Gunnison County Commissioners hold work session for department updates

The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a work session to receive updates from county services. As a work session, formal action cannot be taken on the items discussed.

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Tue May 20, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

County to hold public hearing on building codes and permit fees

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the 2021 International Building and Residential Codes and a new schedule of permit fees. The board will also discuss a road and bridge ballot measure and a resolution supporting public lands.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $8.28 M cash transfer and $3.61 M voucher report

The commissioners unanimously approved a voucher report for $3,608,285.24 and a cash transfer authorization for $8,277,231.03. They also approved a resolution supporting public lands and a special event liquor permit for the Arrowhead Volunteer Fire Department. The board decided not to pursue a road and bridge ballot measure this year.

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Thu May 15, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss 4-acre community solar garden

The Planning Commission will hold work sessions on three items: a proposed 4-acre solar array for a community solar garden, an expansion of outdoor vehicle storage at Discount Storage, and a discussion of the Gunnison Area Plan. No final decisions are expected; these are preliminary discussions. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and scheduling changes for future meetings.

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Tue May 13, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners to discuss airport, public lands resolution, and 2025 ballot initiative

This is a work session of the Gunnison County Board of Commissioners; no formal action can be taken. The board will discuss the county attorney's performance, a regional airport performance update, and a resolution supporting public lands discussions. The session also includes discussions on a 2025 ballot initiative, a county road network existing conditions report, and public works items.

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Mon May 12, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board of County Commissioners to hold work session with Congressman Jeff Hurd

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special work session. The meeting consists of a discussion with District 3 Congressman Jeff Hurd.

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Tue May 6, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Gunnison County Commissioners to review area plan and various county contracts

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the Gunnison Area Plan special area designation and a boundary line adjustment for Little Jackson LLC. The meeting includes a high volume of consent agenda items involving grants, professional service agreements, and liquor license renewals.

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✓ Decided: Board directs Community Development to advance special area process for Gunnison Area Plan

The commissioners unanimously approved the consent agenda items, including multiple contracts, grants and professional services agreements. They also approved the amended letter of support to Congressman Hurd, the Records Retention Schedule resolution, and a boundary line adjustment for Little Jackson LLC. The board directed the Community and Economic Development Director to move forward with the special area process for the Gunnison Area Plan and approved a $10,000 memorandum of agreement with the Roaring Fork Valley Wildfire Collaborative.

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Thu May 1, 2025

Planning Commission

Public hearing on Horowitz ridgeline vantage review for single-family home at Trappers Crossing

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a minor impact ridgeline vantage application for a proposed single-family residence on Lot 15, Trappers Crossing at Wildcat (265 Saddle Ridge Rd., Crested Butte). They will also conduct a work session on a similar application for Lot 18, and attend a training session from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs. The commission will consider approving the minutes from April 10 and hear unscheduled public comments.

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Tue Apr 22, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

BOCC to consider Whetstone housing documents and contract assignments

The Board will hold a special meeting to consider several documents related to Whetstone Housing, including an agreement for assignment and assumption of contracts, a deed of correction, termination of lease documents, and an omnibus closing certificate. A work session will follow with updates from the Upper Gunnison River Water Conservancy District and Colorado River Water Conservation District, a roundtable update on HB 1177, a GIS performance update, and a discussion of model home plans. Formal action may be taken on the housing items during the special meeting; the work session is for discussion only.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved assignment contracts and documents for the Whetstone Housing Project

The commissioners approved the Agreement for Assignment and Assumption of Contracts for the Gunnison County Housing Authority. They also approved the Whetstone Housing Project’s Assignment and Assumption Agreement, Deed of Correction, Termination of Lease Documents, and Omnibus Closing Certificate, all with unanimous votes.

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Tue Apr 22, 2025

Gunnison County Housing Authority

Housing authority and BOCC to consider Whetstone housing documents, contract assignments

The Gunnison County Housing Authority and Board of County Commissioners will hold special meetings to consider an Agreement for Assignment and Assumption of Contracts, along with related Whetstone Housing documents including a Deed of Correction and lease terminations. A work session follows with updates on water conservancy districts, HB 1177, GIS performance, and a discussion on model home plans.

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✓ Decided: County commissioners unanimously approve housing authority contract documents

The Board of County Commissioners approved the Agreement for Assignment and Assumption of Contracts for the Gunnison County Housing Authority. They also approved the Deed of Correction, the Termination of Lease Documents, and the Omnibus Closing Certificate for the Whetstone Housing Project. All motions were carried unanimously.

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Tue Apr 15, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

County to vote on amending 2024 budget and approving dozens of contracts

The Board will consider a resolution amending the FY2024 budget and appropriation resolution, and a consent agenda with 29 items including contracts for facilities work (Black Dragon Development $497,000; Spallone Construction $235,503; United Companies $208,400), a sheriff's office equipment quote ($99,586), and a broadband service order ($89,820). A hearing is set for a property tax abatement petition for 2022–2023 on Lot F River Bend Subdivision, and a resolution will amend fee schedules for community development permits, sage-grouse reviews, and oil and gas operations.

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✓ Decided: Board denies 2022 tax abatement petition and approves multiple budgets and contracts

The commissioners unanimously approved an alcohol beverage license for Three Rivers Resort and amended the Gunnison River Valley Local Marketing District budget for FY 2024. They also adopted the county budget amendment for FY 2024, approved the consent‑agenda items covering several agreements and appointments, and authorized participation in the DOLA Best and Brightest Management Fellowship Program. The board denied the petition for tax abatement or refund for property tax year 2022 (R030724) and approved the Minor Impact Project LUC‑24‑00053 for the Dunbar Family Partnership Subdivision.

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Tue Apr 15, 2025

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services to meet April 15

The board will meet to approve February 18 minutes and monthly financial reports. The agenda includes a discussion on the Board of Human Services Chair and updates on key legislative bills.

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✓ Decided: Board nominates Laura Puckett Daniels as chair and approves year‑end finances

The board unanimously approved the meeting minutes. Commissioners nominated and confirmed Laura Puckett Daniels, the current Gunnison County Board of Commissioners chair, to also serve as chair of the Board of Human Services. The board unanimously approved the year‑end financial report for the Board of Human Services.

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Tue Apr 8, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

BOCC to discuss building permit fee schedule revision and early childhood program proposals

This work session of the Gunnison County Board of Commissioners includes discussions on revising building permit fees, early childhood support program proposals, and performance updates from IT, Facilities and Fairgrounds, and Health and Human Services. As a work session, no formal action will be taken; the board will gather information for future decisions.

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Tue Apr 1, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Board to consider $400,000 juvenile services grant and consent agenda

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider a consent agenda containing multiple items, including a $400,000 grant application to the Health Resources and Services Administration for juvenile services, a $181,679.67 contract amendment for Health and Human Services, and a $140,144.40 CDOT grant for substance abuse prevention. They will also review alcohol beverage license renewals for Elk Creek Marina entities, a temporary road use agreement for the Gunnison Nordic Club, and other administrative actions. The meeting includes county manager reports and public comment.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved liquor licenses and multiple consent agenda items

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved three new alcohol beverage licenses for Elk Creek Marina LLC. The Board also unanimously approved a consent agenda that included contract amendments, grant applications, a temporary road use agreement, and several professional services agreements. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

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Tue Mar 25, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners hold work session on performance updates

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session, which means no formal action will be taken. The agenda consists of performance updates from Human Resources, Emergency Management, and Veteran Services, followed by a walkthrough of the Gunnison County Detention Center.

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Thu Mar 20, 2025

Planning Commission

Public hearing on 111-acre subdivision south of Gunnison

The Planning Commission will hold a joint public hearing on a minor impact subdivision application for 111.505 acres south of Gunnison, splitting the property into a 102.6-acre and a 7.31-acre parcel. A work session is also scheduled to review a ridgeline vantage request for a proposed single-family residence and a 1,713 sq. ft. detached secondary residence at 265 Saddle Ridge Rd., Crested Butte. The meeting will begin with call to order, approval of prior minutes, unscheduled citizens comments, and staff announcements.

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Tue Mar 18, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

County to consider amendments to Crested Butte South commercial area plan

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting covering liquor license renewals, a marketing district agreement, and a consent agenda with road restrictions and contracts. Public hearings are scheduled for two property tax abatement petitions. The board will also consider amendments to the Crested Butte South Special Area Regulations and meet as the Board of Health.

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✓ Decided: County approves CB South regulations update and Walker Lane bridge closure

The Board approved an amendment to the Crested Butte South Special Area Regulations, aligning them with the Land Use Regulations, and authorized a temporary closure of County Road 10 (Walker Lane) for bridge deck replacement from April 21 to May 16, 2025. They also approved several resolutions, including temporary weight restrictions on Gold Basin and Slate River roads, a ground rent adjustment at Gold Basin Industrial Park, and an intergovernmental agreement for highway access control plans. Additionally, the Board approved a settlement agreement in the McCloud Placer litigation after an executive session.

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Tue Mar 11, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

County commissioners to hear federal update, airport study, access control plans

This is a work session of the Gunnison County Board of Commissioners where no formal action can be taken. The board will receive updates from Gunnison Valley Health, an economic impact presentation on the regional airport, and reports on access control plans for CO-135 North and US-50 West. Performance updates from Public Works and Community and Economic Development are also scheduled. Senator Hickenlooper's staff will discuss federal developments and county priorities.

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Thu Mar 6, 2025

Planning Commission

Joint hearing on converting Ohio City store/bar into rental units

The Board of Adjustment and Planning Commission will hold a joint public hearing on a proposal to remodel the Mother Lode store and bar in Ohio City into three long-term rental units and one short-term rental unit, abandoning commercial use. The Board of Adjustment will also hold a public hearing on a setback variance request for a shed at 14 2nd Street in Somerset. Both bodies will also handle procedural items such as approving minutes and electing officers.

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Tue Mar 4, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

County to consider issuing $125M in housing bonds for Whetstone Project

The Board will consider authorizing $125 million in bonds for the Whetstone Housing Project and a $23.9 million development improvements agreement. Other items include a liquor license renewal, a boundary line adjustment, multiple grant applications, and adoption of the 2025 Employee Handbook.

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✓ Decided: County approves $125M bonds for Whetstone affordable housing project

The Board approved the issuance of up to $125 million in revenue bonds for the Whetstone Housing Project, a 252-unit affordable rental development near Crested Butte, and a related $23.99 million development improvements agreement. It also approved a resolution authorizing the County Manager to prepare requests to replenish a reserve fund for the bonds. The Board adopted the 2025 Employee Handbook and made permanent the ATV/OHV/UTV use on a portion of County Road #3.

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Tue Feb 18, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

County to vote on updating financial policies, plus $1.3M airport entitlement transfer

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a resolution updating financial, procurement, travel, and grant policies. The consent agenda includes large-dollar airport items: a $1,300,000 agreement for transfer of entitlements from Telluride Regional Airport and a $1,000,000 CDAG grant award for Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport. Also on consent are multiple county aid agreements, a $374,110 grant application for juvenile services, and a professional services contract worth $118,800. The board will also appoint members to several boards and commissions.

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✓ Decided: Gunnison County approves updated financial, procurement, travel, and grant policies

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution 2025-8, updating the county's financial, procurement, travel, and grant policies, with changes limited to CPI limitations. The board also approved a consent agenda containing 21 items, including grant applications, agreements, and a $1.3 million transfer of entitlements from Telluride Regional Airport. Appointments were made to several boards, but the Historic Preservation Commission vacancy was left unfilled due to a missed interview.

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Tue Feb 18, 2025

Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services

Board to consider $7,097.62 contract amendment for Health and Human Services

The Gunnison-Hinsdale Board of Human Services will consider Contract Amendment #5 for a Health and Human Services grant (2021CMIP 028) and finalize the 2025 meeting plan and board organization. Program updates from Child Support Services and the Management Evaluation will be given, along with legislative updates. The meeting is largely procedural.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $7,097.62 Hinsdale grant amendment

The board unanimously approved Contract Amendment #5 for the 2021CMIP028 Health and Human Services Grant in the amount of $7,097.62, with an amended motion to authorize the Chair's signature or stamp. They also decided to add the Harm Reduction Work Update to the Board of Health agenda and to vote on the Chair at the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of program and legislative updates.

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Tue Feb 11, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

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

This is a work session of the Gunnison County Board of Commissioners. No formal action will be taken; the board will interview candidates for several board vacancies and receive updates from the Sheriff, water districts, and HB 1177 roundtable. Discussions are scheduled on ATV/OHV/UTV use on a portion of County Road #3 and the Gunnison County Comprehensive Safety Action Plan.

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Thu Feb 6, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning commission to continue hearing on 129-lot Star View subdivision

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold a continued joint public hearing on the Star View Major Impact proposal, which would subdivide a 96-acre parcel into 129 residential lots including single-family, multi-family, and commercial units. The plan includes a high-density area with 44 units, half of which would be deed-restricted for local workforce housing. The applicant is coordinating with the Crested Butte South Metropolitan District for water and wastewater services.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission continues Star View subdivision hearing

The Gunnison County Planning Commission met on February 6, 2025, and continued the joint public hearing for the Star View Major Impact application (LUC-22-00028), which proposes subdividing a 96-acre parcel into 129 residential lots. No final decision was made on this item. The commission also approved the minutes from the January 9, 2025 meeting and held officer elections, but no other substantive decisions were recorded.

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Tue Feb 4, 2025

Planning Commission

Joint work session with county commissioners on land use values and strategic plan

The Planning Commission will hold a joint work session with the Board of County Commissioners to discuss the BOCC Strategic Plan, review values and purposes in the Gunnison County Land Use Resolution, and explore how values are integrated into land use decisions. The meeting also includes a call to order and unscheduled citizens comment period. No formal decisions are expected.

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Tue Feb 4, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

BOCC to consider $2.28 million airport construction contract

The Gunnison County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on February 4, 2025. Action items include a $2.28 million contract for Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport improvements, a liquor license renewal for Paradise Restaurant, and several consent agenda items. The board will also review land-use proposals, including a minor impact subdivision at 225 Columbine Rd and a major impact sketch plan for Harmels on the Taylor commercial expansion.

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✓ Decided: County approves Harmels on the Taylor expansion sketch plan

The Board unanimously approved Resolution 2025-7, the sketch plan for a major expansion of commercial use at Harmels on the Taylor in Almont, which includes new cabins, employee housing, RV sites, and a wastewater treatment plant. The Board also unanimously approved a two-lot subdivision at 225 Columbine Rd (Resolution 2025-6), a lot cluster application in CB South, the Assessor's alternate appeal schedule, and a liquor license for Paradise Restaurant. All votes were unanimous.

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Tue Jan 28, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to receive Pitch Mine Reclamation Project update

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the Pitch Mine Reclamation Project. As a work session, formal action cannot be taken on the items discussed.

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Tue Jan 21, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners to vote on ambulance service licensing regulations

The Board of County Commissioners will consider three resolutions: rescinding the local disaster emergency due to Highway 50 bridge closures, adopting open fire ban stages, and establishing a local authorizing authority for ambulance services with licensing regulations. The consent agenda includes contracts and grants such as a $2,000,000 Energy & Mineral Impact Assistance Grant and a $500,000 opioid abatement grant application. Appointments to numerous boards and commissions will also be made.

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✓ Decided: County rescinds Highway 50 bridge disaster emergency, adopts fire and ambulance resolutions

The Board unanimously approved three resolutions: rescinding the local disaster emergency tied to Highway 50 bridge closures, renewing the annual fire restrictions framework that authorizes the Sheriff to impose stages, and establishing the county as a local authorizing authority for ambulance services. The Board also approved a consent agenda including a $2M state grant, a $500K opioid abatement grant application, and various appointments to county boards and commissions.

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Tue Jan 14, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

Gunnison County Commissioners to appoint new Assessor and reorganize board

The Board of County Commissioners will appoint Alexandra Cohen as County Assessor and designate the board's Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2025. The meeting includes appointments for several regional boards and committees. A work session will feature interviews for vacancies on the Planning Commission, Environmental Health Board, and Region 10.

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✓ Decided: Alexandra Cohen appointed Gunnison County Assessor

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously appointed Alexandra Cohen as Gunnison County Assessor to fill the vacancy created by Kristy McFarland's resignation, effective January 14, 2025, until the 2026 general election. The board also reorganized for 2025, reappointing Laura Puckett Daniels as Chair and Elizabeth Smith as Vice Chair, and made various committee appointments. The meeting was procedural and administrative, with no other substantive decisions.

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Thu Jan 9, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission holds continued public hearing on Harmels on the Taylor commercial expansion

The Gunnison County Planning Commission will hold a continued joint public hearing on a major-impact application to expand commercial use at Harmels on the Taylor, adding lodging, RV sites, employee housing, and storage. The commission will also hold work sessions on two minor-impact proposals: a remodel of the Ohio City Mother Lode store and bar into residential units, and a subdivision of 111.505 acres south of Gunnison into two parcels. Procedural items include approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

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Tue Jan 7, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

County to consider $736K youth mental health grant, $500K electrification grant

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts and grants, including a $736,606 application for a youth mental health grant and a $500,000 building electrification grant award. They will also hold an executive session for legal advice on the McCloud Placer litigation. A liquor license renewal for Dos Rios Golf Club is also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: County adopts updated Public Works fee schedule

The Board of County Commissioners approved a resolution adopting an updated fee schedule for the Public Works Department, including a regional cost multiplier of 2.8 for permit fees. The board also approved a consent agenda with 21 items, including contracts, grants, and agreements, and entered executive session to discuss legal matters related to McCloud Placer litigation, later delegating Commissioner Houck as chief negotiator.

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