Huerfano County, CO
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- Planning & zoning
- Contracts & procurement
- Water & utilities
- Development projects
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👤 Members & officials (7)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
- Dale Lyons
- Danielle Sewell
- Lisa Aguirre
- Mickey D'Ambrosia
- Myra Trujillo
- Pat Martinez
- Margret Hecht
Upcoming
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
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Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda
September 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street Suite 309, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
9:00 AM - Commissioner's Study Session
10:00 AM - Public Meeting
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1.
Call to Order
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Agenda Approval
4.
Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda is intended to allow the Board to spend its time on more complex
items. These items are generally perceived as non-controversial and can be approved by a
single motion. The public is invited to ask clarifying questions on any item. An item may be
removed from the Consent Agenda by the Board and addressed in Action Items if deemed
necessary.
a.
August 25th Meeting Minutes
b.
Tuition Assistance Request for Billy Laporte Huerfano County Sheriff's Office
c.
Dustin Wilson Termination Huerfano County Road and Bridge
5.
Appointments
a.
Huerfano County Sheriffs Office: Bruce Newman
6.
Permits, Licenses, and Public Hearings
a.
Bulk Water Permit #BULK-26-000232 for Jim McCain for parcel #32953
7.
Action Items
The public is welcome to comment on action items when the Chair calls for discussion of
an item. Time for discussion will be limited.
a.
Resolution #26-35 - Approving Gardner Main Street Revitalization Plan
b.
Resolution #26-36 - Approving Rio Cucharas CRA Plan
c.
Res …
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Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 15:00
Huerfano County Building Authority Board
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 14:00
Huerfano County Tourism Board
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 15:00
Huerfano County Building Authority Board
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
28 County Road 632, Gardner
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
28 County Road 632, Gardner
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 15:00
Huerfano County Building Authority Board
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 14:00
Huerfano County Tourism Board
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 15:00
Huerfano County Building Authority Board
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
28 County Road 632, Gardner
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
28 County Road 632, Gardner
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 15:00
Huerfano County Building Authority Board
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 14:00
Huerfano County Tourism Board
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 15:00
Huerfano County Building Authority Board
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Wed Nov 25, 2026 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
28 County Road 632, Gardner
Wed Nov 25, 2026 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
28 County Road 632, Gardner
Wed Nov 25, 2026 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
28 County Road 632, Gardner
Wed Nov 25, 2026 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
28 County Road 632, Gardner
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 15:00
Huerfano County Building Authority Board
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 14:00
Huerfano County Tourism Board
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 15:00
Huerfano County Building Authority Board
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Wed Dec 23, 2026 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
28 County Road 632, Gardner
Tue Dec 29, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Wed Jan 27, 2027 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
28 County Road 632, Gardner
Wed Feb 24, 2027 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
28 County Road 632, Gardner
Wed Mar 24, 2027 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
28 County Road 632, Gardner
Wed Apr 28, 2027 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
28 County Road 632, Gardner
Wed May 26, 2027 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
28 County Road 632, Gardner
Wed Jun 23, 2027 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
28 County Road 632, Gardner
Wed Jul 28, 2027 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
28 County Road 632, Gardner
Wed Aug 25, 2027 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
28 County Road 632, Gardner
Recent meetings
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 10:00
Advisory Boards
Airport board to review budget, fuel pricing, and capital projects
The Huerfano County Airport Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine reports and ongoing projects. They will review the airport budget and fuel report, consider maintenance issues, and discuss old business including the turnaround taxiway project and capital improvement plan. New business includes an airport monitoring system and updating contact information.
- Review of airport budget and fuel report
- Discussion of turnaround taxiway project
- Capital improvement plan including perimeter fence, access road upgrade, and cross-wind runway evaluation
- Consideration of reduced fuel pricing for aircraft based at Spanish Peaks Airport
- New business: airport monitoring system and update of hangar owner/pilot contacts
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Spanish Peaks Airfield, Walsenburg
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Airport Advisory Board Regular Meeting Agenda
August 26, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Spanish Peaks Airfield County Road 101, Walsenburg, CO 80189
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
10:00 AM - Public Meeting
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1.
Call to Order
2.
Agenda Approval
3.
Approval of Minutes
a.
20260722 AAB Minutes
4.
County Reports
a.
Airport Budget
b.
Fuel Report
5.
Maintenance Review
a.
Nuisance Control
Animal Control
Weed Control
b.
Infrastructure Maintenance
Terminal Building Maintenance
6.
Old Business
a.
Turnaround Taxiway Project
b.
Capital Improvement Plan
Complete Perimeter Fence
Upgrade Access Road to Airport
Evaluate Cross-wind Runway Issues and Solutions
Create List of Most Important CIP Projects to Include in This 5 Year Rotation
Land Aquisition
c.
Aviation Fuel Pricing/ Reduced Fuel Pricing for Aircraft Based at Spanish Peaks
Airport
7.
New Business
a.
Airport Monitoring System
b.
Update Hangar Owner/ Pilot Contact Information
8.
Discussions
9.
Adjournment
10. Upcoming Meetings
a.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026. 10:00 a.m.
County Road 101
Walsenburg, CO 81089
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and services. To request an Americans with Disability Act (ADA) accommodation, please call
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Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
28 County Road 632, Gardner
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
Community center board to review sports courts, sound upgrades
The Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss building upgrades for sound dampening, Phase 3 sports courts (sand volleyball, bocce ball, horseshoe pits, multi-sport court), and the rodeo grounds. The board will also approve minutes from April 22, 2026, and take community input.
- Building upgrades: sound dampening
- Phase 3 sports courts: sand volleyball, bocce ball, horseshoe pits, multi-sport court
- Rodeo grounds discussion
- Approval of minutes from April 22, 2026
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28 County Road 632, Gardner
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Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board Regular Meeting
Agenda
August 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM
28 County Road 632, Gardner CO 81040
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
6:00 PM - Public Meeting
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1.
Call to Order
2.
Agenda Approval
3.
Approval of Minutes
a.
April 22, 2026
4.
County Report
a.
Building Upgrades - Sound Dampening
b.
Phase 3 - Sports Courts: Sand Volleyball, Bocce Ball, Horseshoe Pits, Multi-sport
Court
c.
Rodeo Grounds
5.
Maintenance Review
6.
Old Business
7.
New Business
8.
Community Input (No more than 5 minutes each)
9.
Adjournment
10. Upcoming Meetings
a.
September 23, 2026
Huerfano County wants to ensure that everyone has equal access to our programs, activities,
and services. To request an Americans with Disability Act (ADA) accommodation, please call
719-738-3000 x200. Submit your request as early as possible, and no later than two business
days before the event.
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1. Call to Order
Meeting called to order at 06:08 PM.
PRESENT: Mickey D'Ambrosia, Dale Lyons, Myra Trujillo, Danielle Sewell, Lisa Aguirre
ABSENT: Pat Martinez
ALSO IN ATTENDANCE: Commissioner Mitchell Wardell, Commissioner Karl Sporleder,
Commissioner Jim Chamberlain, Carl Young, Lester Berry, Celena Valdez, Christian Bauer
2. Agenda Approval
Mickey made a motion to amend the agenda. Lisa seconded. Will add Safe Streets to
agenda.
VOTING YES: Mickey D'Ambrosia, Dale Lyons, Myra Trujillo, Lisa Aguirre, Danielle Sewell
VOTING NO: None
ABSTAINING: None
Motion Passed (5-0)
3. Approval of Minutes
October 22, 2025
Dale Lyons made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Lisa Aguirre seconded
Voting Yes: Mickey D'Ambrosia, Dale Lyons, Myra Trujillo, Lisa Aguirre, Danielle Sewell
Voting No: None
Abstaining: None
Motion Passed (5-0)
4. Reflective Pause
a. A moment of silence for our dear friend Margaret Hecht
5. County Report
a. GIPD Rules and Regulations
Carl Young let the bard know that the GIPD rules and regulations have been
updated. This includes fees to connect to water. Bulk water has also been rewritten.
He went over resident vs non resident and the price variance. Carl mentions that
you can find the updates on the county website. Danielle asked if it was possible to
put out something physical for residents to see. Mickey also requested the updated
rules.
b. Building Upgrades & Sound Dampening
Lester Berry said the sound dampeni …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners vote on election agreement and permit renewal
The Huerfano County Board of County Commissioners will approve routine staff wage increases and phone stipends. The board will also vote on an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Walsenburg for the November 2026 general election and hold a public hearing for a permit renewal. Additionally, staff will present a survey from Magellan Strategies and a technical update on risk insurance.
- Intergovernmental Agreement for the 2026 November General Election between the City Walsenburg and Huerfano County
- Public Hearing for Permit ML-26-000009 Renewal
- Wage Increases for Christopher Bechaver and Celena Valdez (Huerfano County Parks and Rec.)
- Phone Stipend for Santino Medina (Huerfano County Road and Bridge)
- Wage Increase for Huerfano County Road and Bridge
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Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
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Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda
August 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street Suite 309, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
9:00 AM - Commissioner's Study Session
10:00 AM - Public Meeting
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1.
Call to Order
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Agenda Approval
4.
Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda is intended to allow the Board to spend its time on more complex
items. These items are generally perceived as non-controversial and can be approved by a
single motion. The public is invited to ask clarifying questions on any item. An item may be
removed from the Consent Agenda by the Board and addressed in Action Items if deemed
necessary.
a.
August 11th Meeting Minutes
b.
August 18th Meeting Minutes
c.
Wage Increases for Christopher Bechaver and Celena Valdez Huerfano County Parks
and Rec.
d.
Phone Stipend for Santino Medina Huerfano County Road and Bridge
e.
Wage Increase for Huerfano County Road and Bridge
5.
Appointments
a.
Magellan Strategies Survey Presentation
Ryan Winger
6.
Permits, Licenses, and Public Hearings
a.
ML-26-000009 Renewal
7.
Action Items
The public is welcome to comment on action items when the Chair calls for discussion of
an item. Time for discussion will be limited.
a.
Intergovernmental Agreement for the 2026 November General Election b …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 13:00
County Revitalization Authority
Revitalization Authority to discuss Gardner Main Street and Rio Cucharas Inn updates
The Huerfano County Revitalization Authority will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive updates on old business items (Gardner Main Street and Rio Cucharas Inn), and discuss outreach to taxing entities and plan adoption. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new business items listed.
- Update on Gardner Main Street
- Update on Rio Cucharas Inn
- Discussion on outreach to taxing entities
- Discussion on plan adoption
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Commissioner's Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Suite 301, Walsenburg
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Huerfano County Revitalization Authority County Revitalization
Authority Meeting Agenda
August 25, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Commissioner's Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Suite 301, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
1:00 PM - County Revitalization Authority Meeting
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1.
Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Call to Order
3.
Roll Call
4.
Agenda Approval
5.
Approval of Minutes
a.
July 28, 2026 Meeting Minutes
6.
Old Business
a.
Update on Gardner Main Street
b.
Update on Rio Cucharas Inn
7.
New Business
8.
Discussions
a.
Outreach to Taxing Entities
b.
Plan Adoption
9.
Executive Session
10. Adjournment
Huerfano County wants to ensure that everyone has equal access to our programs, activities,
and services. To request an Americans with Disability Act (ADA) accommodation, please call
719-738-3000 x200. Submit your request as early as possible, and no later than two business
days before the event.
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 15:00
Huerfano County Building Authority Board
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
County board to consider hires, land deal, and reimbursements
The Huerfano County Board of County Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda that includes a new hire, a promotion, and a buy-sell agreement for Lot 2 in Panadero. Action items include a letter of support for JAJB Properties, reimbursement requests from Huerfano Park and Rec Special District and Panadero Ski Corp., and vendor runs. The board will also review correspondence and take public comment.
- New hire Benjamin Maes for Road and Bridge
- Promotion of Kathleen O'Rourke in Department of Human Services
- Buy-Sell Agreement for Lot 2, Panadero
- Permit LU-26-000135
- JAJB Properties FRWRM Letter of Support
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Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
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Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda
August 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street Suite 309, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
9:00 AM - Road and Bridge Workshop
9:30 AM - Commissioner's Study Session
10:00 AM - Public Meeting
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1.
Call to Order
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Agenda Approval
4.
Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda is intended to allow the Board to spend its time on more complex
items. These items are generally perceived as non-controversial and can be approved by a
single motion. The public is invited to ask clarifying questions on any item. An item may be
removed from the Consent Agenda by the Board and addressed in Action Items if deemed
necessary.
a.
New Hire Benjamin Maes Huerfano County Road and Bridge
b.
Kathleen O'Rourke Promotion Huerfano County Department of Human Services
c.
Buy Sell Agreement for Lot 2, Panadero
5.
Appointments
6.
Permits, Licenses, and Public Hearings
a.
Permit LU-26-000135
7.
Action Items
The public is welcome to comment on action items when the Chair calls for discussion of
an item. Time for discussion will be limited.
a.
JAJB Properties FRWRM Letter of Support
b.
Huerfano Park and Rec Special District Request for Reimbursement
c.
Panadero Ski Corp. Expense Reimbursements
d.
August 2026 Vendor Run
e.
Au …
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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review two conditional use permits
The Huerfano County Planning Commission is meeting to consider two conditional use permit applications (LU-26-000135 CUP Thomsen and LU-26-000154 CUP Seawell) under new business. The agenda also includes routine items like roll call, approval of minutes from June 25, 2026, and updates from the Local Government Division.
- LU-26-000135 CUP Thomsen
- LU-26-000154 CUP Seawell
- Approval of minutes from 6.25.2026
- LGD Updates
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Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
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Planning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda
August 13, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street Suite 309, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 506 | Fax: 719-738-3996
1:30 PM - Public Meeting
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1.
Roll Call
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Reading of Minutes
a.
Minutes 6.25.2026
4.
Old Business
5.
New Business
a.
LU-26-000135 CUP Thomsen
b.
LU-26-000154 CUP Seawell
6.
LGD Updates
7.
Discussions
8.
Adjournment
9.
Upcoming Meetings
Huerfano County wants to ensure that everyone has equal access to our programs, activities,
and services. To request an Americans with Disability Act (ADA) accommodation, please call
719-738-3000 x200. Submit your request as early as possible, and no later than two business
days before the event.
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 14:00
Huerfano County Tourism Board
Tourism board to discuss 2027 budget and TravelStories contract
The Huerfano County Tourism Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will approve minutes and August bill payments, review financial reports on sales and lodging tax trends, and discuss old business including the TravelStories contract, CTO grants, and board openings. New business centers on 2027 budget discussions.
- Resolution to pay August bills
- TravelStories contract discussion
- CTO Summer Media Reimbursement
- CTO Grants Pull
- 2027 Budget Discussions
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Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
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Huerfano County Tourism Board Regular Meeting Agenda
August 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street Suite 309, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
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1.
Call to Order
2.
Approval of Minutes
a.
Minutes
3.
Financial Report
a.
Sales and Lodging Tax Trends
b.
Detail vs Budget Report
c.
Budget Report
4.
Bill Payment
a.
Resolution to Pay August Bills
5.
Correspondence
a.
Tourism Tuesday
b.
Winter Media Reception
6.
Board and Director Updates / Reports
7.
Partner Reports
a.
M2M Monthly Report
8.
Old Business
a.
TravelStories Contract
b.
CTO Summer Media Reimbursement
c.
CTO Grants Pull
d.
Board Openings
e.
2027 Sponsorship Program
f.
Enchanted Outpost Ad/Deadline Follow Up
g.
Charger Location Poster Discussion
h.
Window Win Program
9.
New Business
a.
2027 Budget Discussions
10. Adjournment
11. Upcoming Meetings
a.
Wednesday September 9, 2026. 2:00p.m
401 Main St., Walsenburg CO 80189
Huerfano County wants to ensure that everyone has equal access to our programs, activities,
and services. To request an Americans with Disability Act (ADA) accommodation, please call
719-738-3000 x200. Submit your request as early as possible, and no later than two business
days before the event.
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
County board to consider Fox Theatre guaranty, jail renovation, marijuana license renewal
The Huerfano County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering abatements, staff bonuses, and grant extensions. Action items include a resolution for a Fox Theatre Walsenburg guaranty, a jail renovation agreement with McKinstry Essention, and a marijuana license renewal for TKJ Investments. The board will also discuss down payment assistance programs and contract amendments for gravel and bridge projects.
- Resolution #26-34 - Fox Theatre Walsenburg Guaranty
- Jail Renovation Agreement between McKinstry Essention and Huerfano County
- ML-26-000007 TKJ Investments Marijuana License Renewal and Modification of Premises
- KLJ Contract Amendment: Peak Gravel Amendment 1
- KLJ Contract Amendment: Huerfano River Bridge Amendment 5 Additional Closeout Budget
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Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
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Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda
August 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street Suite 309, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
9:00 AM - Commissioner's Study Session
10:00 AM - Public Meeting
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1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Agenda Approval
4. Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda is intended to allow the Board to spend its time on more complex
items. These items are generally perceived as non-controversial and can be approved by a
single motion. The public is invited to ask clarifying questions on any item. An item may be
removed from the Consent Agenda by the Board and addressed in Action Items if deemed
necessary.
a. Minutes from the 07/28/26 Meeting
b. Abatement #26-16 for Schedule #23190 Christoper Waller
c. Abatement #26-17 for Schedule #33157 for Erika Rose and Timothy James Watkins
d. Treasurers Quarterly Report for the 2nd Quarter of 2026 (May-June)
e. Stippend for Joanna Hribar Huerfano County Human Services
f. Bonus for Ann Sweet Huerfano County Finance
g. Bonus for Kimberly Trujillo Huerfano County Finance
h. Bonus for Ella Jones Huerfano County Finance
i. Promotion for Marie Payne Huerfano County Human Services
j. Huerfano County Strong Communities Grant Extension Request
k. Huerfano County Jail Improvements DOLA Extension Request
5. Appointments
a. …
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Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 15:00
Huerfano County Building Authority Board
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Ordinance to regulate camping in Huerfano County up for vote
The Board will vote on Ordinance #26-04 regulating camping in Huerfano County and Resolution #26-33 updating Chapter 5 of the county code. Other action items include a memorandum of understanding for family engagement services, two requisitions for floor renovations at the Huerfano County Community Center, and a rental agreement with American Legion Post 16. The Board will also hold an executive session on jail operations and liability.
- Ordinance #26-04 regulating camping in Huerfano County
- Resolution #26-33 updating Chapter 5 of county code to include Building Authority and Board of Review
- Requisition #26-00061 for Selso Roybal: renovation of community center floors
- Requisition #26-00062 for Selso Roybal: renovation of American Legion Corridor floor
- American Legion Post 16 rental agreement for community center
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Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
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Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda
July 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street Suite 309, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
9:00 AM - Commissioner's Study Session
10:00 AM - Public Meeting
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1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Agenda Approval
4. Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda is intended to allow the Board to spend its time on more complex
items. These items are generally perceived as non-controversial and can be approved by a
single motion. The public is invited to ask clarifying questions on any item. An item may be
removed from the Consent Agenda by the Board and addressed in Action Items if deemed
necessary.
a. July 21st Meeting Minutes
b. Caitlyn Meeks Resignation Huerfano County Dispatch
5. Appointments
6. Permits, Licenses, and Public Hearings
7. Action Items
The public is welcome to comment on action items when the Chair calls for discussion of
an item. Time for discussion will be limited.
a. Resolution #26-33 Updating Chapter 5 of the Huerfano County Code to Include the
County Building Authority and Board of Review
b. Ordinance #26-04 Regulating Camping in Huerfano County
c. Memorandum of Understanding for Family Engagement Services
d. Requisition #26-00061 for Selso Roybal for the renovation of the floors of the
Huerfano County Community Center
e. Requi …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 13:00
County Revitalization Authority
Huerfano County Revitalization Authority meets July 28, 2026
The Huerfano County Revitalization Authority will hold a regular meeting on July 28, 2026, at 1:00 PM. The agenda includes updates on the Rio Cucharas Inn and Gardner Main Street projects, a workshop with taxing entities, and a discussion on the plan adoption timeline. New business and a discussion on Housing Revolving Loan Fund Programs are also scheduled.
- Rio Cucharas Inn Update
- Gardner Main Street Update
- Workshop with Taxing Entities
- Plan Adoption Timeline
- Discussion: Housing Revolving Loan Fund Programs
Commissioners Meeting Room, Walsenburg
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Huerfano County Revitalization Authority County Revitalization
Authority Meeting Agenda
July 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Commissioners Meeting Room 401 Main Street, Suite 309, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
1:00 PM - County Revitalization Authority Meeting
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1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Call to Order
3. Roll Call
4. Agenda Approval
5. Approval of Minutes
a. June 23, 2026 Meeting Minutes
6. Old Business
a. Rio Cucharas Inn Update
b. Gardner Main Street Update
c. Workshop with Taxing Entities
d. Plan Adoption Timeline
7. New Business
8. Discussions
a. Housing Revolving Loan Fund Programs
9. Executive Session
10. Adjournment
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and services. To request an Americans with Disability Act (ADA) accommodation, please call
719-738-3000 x200. Submit your request as early as possible, and no later than two business
days before the event.
Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 10:00
Board of Adjustment
Board to consider Wesevich variance for property LU-26-000156
The Huerfano County Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to consider a variance application (LU-26-000156) from Wesevich. Other agenda items include approval of minutes and routine administrative matters.
- Wesevich Variance LU-26-000156 — public hearing on a variance request
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401 Main St., Suite 309, Walsenburg
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Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting Agenda
July 23, 2026 at 10:00 AM
401 Main St., Suite 309, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 506 | Fax: 719-738-3996
10:00 AM — Public Meeting
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1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Agenda Approval
4. Reading of Minutes
a. July 3, 2026 Minutes
5. Old Business
6. New Business
a. Wesevich Variance LU-26-000156
7. Adjournment
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and services. To request an Americans with Disability Act (ADA) accommodation, please call
719-738-3000 x200. Submit your request as early as possible, and no later than two business
days before the event.
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
Phase 3 sports courts and building upgrades discussed
The board will discuss building upgrades for sound dampening, Phase 3 sports courts including sand volleyball, bocce ball, horseshoe pits, and a multi-sport court, and rodeo grounds. Also on the agenda are approval of April 22, 2026 minutes and a county report. Community input is invited.
- Building upgrades - sound dampening
- Phase 3 sports courts: sand volleyball, bocce ball, horseshoe pits, multi-sport court
- Rodeo grounds discussion
- Approval of April 22, 2026 minutes
- County report
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✓ Decided: Board approves agenda, minutes; discusses sports courts, rodeo grounds
The board approved the amended agenda and the October 22, 2025 minutes, both unanimously (5-0). They discussed updates on GIPD rules, building upgrades, and the Safe Streets project, but no substantive decisions were made on these items. The board agreed to explore adding cornhole to the sports courts and to get quotes for a black widow for the rodeo grounds.
- Approved amended agenda adding Safe Streets (5-0)
- Approved October 22, 2025 minutes as presented (5-0)
- Agreed to explore adding cornhole to sports courts (discussion)
- Agreed to get quote for black widow for rodeo grounds (discussion)
28 County Road 632, Gardner
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Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board Regular Meeting
Agenda
July 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM
28 County Road 632, Gardner CO 81040
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
6:00 PM - Public Meeting
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1. Call to Order
2. Agenda Approval
3. Approval of Minutes
a. April 22, 2026
4. County Report
a. Building Upgrades - Sound Dampening
b. Phase 3 - Sports Courts: Sand Volleyball, Bocce Ball, Horseshoe Pits, Multi-sport
Court
c. Rodeo Grounds
5. Old Business
6. New Business
7. Community Input (No more than 5 minutes each)
8. Adjournment
9. Upcoming Meetings
a. August 26, 2026
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and services. To request an Americans with Disability Act (ADA) accommodation, please call
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1. Call to Order
Meeting called to order at 06:08 PM.
PRESENT: Mickey D'Ambrosia, Dale Lyons, Myra Trujillo, Danielle Sewell, Lisa Aguirre
ABSENT: Pat Martinez
ALSO IN ATTENDANCE: Commissioner Mitchell Wardell, Commissioner Karl Sporleder,
Commissioner Jim Chamberlain, Carl Young, Lester Berry, Celena Valdez, Christian Bauer
2. Agenda Approval
Mickey made a motion to amend the agenda. Lisa seconded. Will add Safe Streets to
agenda.
VOTING YES: Mickey D'Ambrosia, Dale Lyons, Myra Trujillo, Lisa Aguirre, Danielle Sewell
VOTING NO: None
ABSTAINING: None
Motion Passed (5-0)
3. Approval of Minutes
October 22, 2025
Dale Lyons made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Lisa Aguirre seconded
Voting Yes: Mickey D'Ambrosia, Dale Lyons, Myra Trujillo, Lisa Aguirre, Danielle Sewell
Voting No: None
Abstaining: None
Motion Passed (5-0)
4. Reflective Pause
a. A moment of silence for our dear friend Margaret Hecht
5. County Report
a. GIPD Rules and Regulations
Carl Young let the bard know that the GIPD rules and regulations have been
updated. This includes fees to connect to water. Bulk water has also been rewritten.
He went over resident vs non resident and the price variance. Carl mentions that
you can find the updates on the county website. Danielle asked if it was possible to
put out something physical for residents to see. Mickey also requested the updated
rules.
b. Building Upgrades & Sound Dampening
Lester Berry said the sound dampeni …
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Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 10:00
Advisory Boards
Airport Advisory Board to review budget and capital improvement plans
The Airport Advisory Board will discuss the airport budget and maintenance reviews for nuisance and infrastructure control. The board is reviewing a Capital Improvement Plan and marketing strategies for the Spanish Peaks Airfield.
- Review of Airport Budget
- Capital Improvement Plan items: perimeter fence, access road upgrades, and cross-wind runway solutions
- Marketing proposals: I-25 signage and website updates for hangar leases
- Policy discussions: Standard Safety SOP and hangar assessments
- Maintenance review of animal and weed control
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Spanish Peaks Airfield, Walsenburg
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Airport Advisory Board Regular Meeting Agenda
July 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Spanish Peaks Airfield County Road 101, Walsenburg, CO 80189
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
10:00 AM - Public Meeting
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1. Call to Order
2. Agenda Approval
3. Approval of Minutes
a. 2026 06 24 Airport Advisory Board Minutes
4. County Reports
a. Airport Budget
5. Maintenance Review
a. Nuisance Control
Animal control
Weed control
b. Infrastructure Maintenance
6. Old Business
a. Capital Improvement Plan
Complete perimeter fence
Upgrade access road to airport
Evaluate cross-wind runway issues and solutions
Create list of most important CIP projects to include in this 5 year rotation
Land acquisition
b. Marketing and Community Outreach
Signage off I-25
Update website to have forms and track interest in hangar leases
Discussion of potential community activities: aircraft displays, 5k On Your
Runway, City/County supported fly-in
Hosting community meetings
Annual tenant and community airport surveys
Formation of EAA Chapter
c. Policies
Create a Standard Safety SOP
Look into unlit towers in the area of the airport
Hangar Assessments
7. New Business
8. Discussions
9. Adjournment
10. Upcoming Meetings
a. Next Meeting: 10:00 am August 26, 2026.
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Huerfano County Commissioners to review land purchase and water permit
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider a contract to buy and sell Lot 202 Rio Cucharas. The body will also review a bulk water permit and appoint a member to the Tourism Board.
- Contract to Buy and Sell Lot 202 Rio Cucharas
- Bulk Water Permit #Bulk-26-000185 for David Howard
- Resolution 26-32: Appointing Christy Flattery to the Tourism Board
- Abatement #26-15 for Kimberly Smith and Patricia Bowers
- Review of total assessed value for 2026 from the Assessors Office
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Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
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Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda
July 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street Suite 309, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
9:00 AM - Commissioner's Study Session
10:00 AM - Public Meeting
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1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Agenda Approval
4. Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda is intended to allow the Board to spend its time on more complex
items. These items are generally perceived as non-controversial and can be approved by a
single motion. The public is invited to ask clarifying questions on any item. An item may be
removed from the Consent Agenda by the Board and addressed in Action Items if deemed
necessary.
a. July 14th Meeting Minutes
b. Abatement #26-15 for Kimberly Smith and Patricia Bowers for schedule #15997
c. Contract to Buy and Sell Lot 202 Rio Cucharas
5. Appointments
6. Permits, Licenses, and Public Hearings
a. Bulk Water Permit #Bulk-26-000185 for David Howard
7. Action Items
The public is welcome to comment on action items when the Chair calls for discussion of
an item. Time for discussion will be limited.
a. Resolution 26-32: Appointing Christy Flattery to the Tourisum Board
b. Vendor Run July 2026
c. June 2026 DHS Vendor Run
8. Correspondence
a. Leave Balances Report as of 7.17.26
b. Letter from the Huerfano County Assessors Office regarding …
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Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 15:00
Huerfano County Building Authority Board
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
County board to consider grant for La Veta Fire Protection District
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, appointments, and several action items. Key discussions include a grant application for the La Veta Fire Protection District, a purchase of evacuation kits for emergency management, and a letter to the City of Walsenburg regarding Walsenburg Wild Water. The public may comment on any item.
- Southern Colorado Retac Grant Application for 2026-2027 for La Veta Fire Protection District
- Requisition #2026-00055 for Midwest Card and ID Solutions for a rapidTAG evacuation kit
- Amendment to Agreement for Purchase of Services with The Ember Alliance
- Commercial Elevator Maintenance Agreement with Morning Star Elevator for 129 Kansas Ave
- Letter to City of Walsenburg on Walsenburg Wild Water
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Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
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Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda
July 14, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street Suite 309, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
9:00 AM - Commissioner's Study Session
10:00 AM - Public Meeting
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1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Agenda Approval
4. Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda is intended to allow the Board to spend its time on more complex
items. These items are generally perceived as non-controversial and can be approved by a
single motion. The public is invited to ask clarifying questions on any item. An item may be
removed from the Consent Agenda by the Board and addressed in Action Items if deemed
necessary.
a. July 7th 2026 Meeting Minutes
b. Kim Trujillo Rescinded Resignation Huerfano County Administration
5. Appointments
a. Jade Communications First Responder Program
Bridget Spencer
b. Spanish Peaks Airfield Marketing Plan Presentation
Paul Anslow, Bolton & Menk
6. Permits, Licenses, and Public Hearings
7. Action Items
The public is welcome to comment on action items when the Chair calls for discussion of
an item. Time for discussion will be limited.
a. Requisition #2026-00055 for Midwest Card and ID Solutions for a rapidTAG
evacuation kit for Huerfano County Emergency Management
b. Amendment to Agreement for Purchase of Services between The Ember Alliance …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 14:00
Huerfano County Tourism Board
Tourism Board to review lodging tax, grants, and fill board vacancy
The Huerfano County Tourism Board will discuss financial reports including lodging tax cost recovery for FY2025 and May/June lodging reports. Old business includes CTO management grant reports and a letter of interest for board openings. New business features discussion on appointing Megan Rutter to a role and a website audit with visitor guide update.
- County Lodging Tax Cost Recovery FY2025 and May/June Lodging Report
- CTO Grants Pull and Summer Media Reimbursement
- Board openings: Christy Flattery Letter of Interest
- Discussion/Appointment of Megan Rutter's Role
- Sponsorship Program for 2027 and Window Win Program graphics
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Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
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Huerfano County Tourism Board Regular Meeting Agenda
July 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street Suite 309, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
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1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
a. Minutes
3. Financial Report
a. County Lodging Tax Cost Recovery FY 2025
b. May/June Lodging Report
4. Bill Payment
a. June Bills
5. Board and Director Updates / Reports
6. Correspondence
a. Tourism Tuesday
7. Partner Reports
a. Cuchara Mountain Park
b. La Veta Trails
c. M2M Monthly Report, Radio Test Market Discussion, Business Listing Update
8. Old Business
a. FY2025 CTO Management Grant Report
b. CTO Summer Media Reimbursement
c. CTO Grants Pull
d. Board Openings
Christy Flattery Letter of Interest
e. Sponsorship Program for 2027
f. Trail Head and Lake Pictures for Website
g. TravelStories Posters
h. Letter of Support
9. New Business
a. Discussion/ Appointment of Megan Rutter's Role
b. Website Audit
Visitor Guide Update
c. Enchanted Outpost Deadline Discussion
d. Window Win Program Use of Spanish Peaks Country Graphics
10. Adjournment
11. Upcoming Meetings
Huerfano County wants to ensure that everyone has equal access to our programs, activities,
and services. To request an Americans with Disability Act (ADA) accommodation, please call
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Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Board to hold public hearing on conditional use permit for Schware
The board will consider a conditional use permit (LU-26-000109) for the Schware property during a public hearing. Other action items include a letter of support for the Spanish Peaks Outdoor Coalition and approval of July vendor runs. The consent agenda includes meeting minutes, and correspondence covers a compensation study and bulk water reports. Study sessions and workshops follow the regular meeting.
- Public hearing on conditional use permit LU-26-000109 (Schware)
- Letter of support for Spanish Peaks Outdoor Coalition
- Approval of July 2026 DHS Vendor Run and Vendor Run
- Quarterly report from Two Peaks Fitness (appointment)
- Compensation Project Study Results (correspondence)
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Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
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Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda
July 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street Suite 309, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
9:00 AM - Commissioner's Study Session
10:00 AM - Public Meeting
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1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Agenda Approval
4. Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda is intended to allow the Board to spend its time on more complex
items. These items are generally perceived as non-controversial and can be approved by a
single motion. The public is invited to ask clarifying questions on any item. An item may be
removed from the Consent Agenda by the Board and addressed in Action Items if deemed
necessary.
a. June 30th 2026 Meeting Minutes
5. Appointments
a. Two Peaks Fitness Quarterly Report
Kerrie Meyler
6. Permits, Licenses, and Public Hearings
a. LU-26-000109 CUP Schware
7. Action Items
The public is welcome to comment on action items when the Chair calls for discussion of
an item. Time for discussion will be limited.
a. Letter of Support for the Spanish Peaks Outdoor Coalition
b. July 2026 DHS Vendor Run
c. July 2026 Vendor Run
8. Correspondence
a. June 2026 Bulk Water Monthly Volume
b. June 2026 GPID Billing Register
c. June 2026 GPID System Totals Report
d. Compensation Project Study Results
e. Huerfano County Historical Society July 26' Quart …
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Thu Jul 2, 2026 · 15:00
Huerfano County Building Authority Board
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
Thu Jul 2, 2026 · 10:00
Board of Adjustment
Board to hear variance request LU-26-000129 (Gaston)
The Huerfano County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance application (LU-26-000129) for Gaston. The meeting includes routine procedural items such as roll call, minutes approval, and adjournment.
- Public Hearing on Variance LU-26-000129 (Gaston)
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401 Main Street Suite 309, Walsenburg
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Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting Agenda
July 2, 2026 at 10:00 AM
401 Main Street Suite 309, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
10:00 AM — Public Meeting
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1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Agenda Approval
4. Reading of Minutes
a. Minutes from February 26, 2026
5. Old Business
6. New Business
a. Public Hearing LU-26-000129 Variance Gaston
7. Adjournment
Huerfano County wants to ensure that everyone has equal access to our programs, activities,
and services. To request an Americans with Disability Act (ADA) accommodation, please call
719-738-3000 x200. Submit your request as early as possible, and no later than two business
days before the event.
Tue Jun 30, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Board will consider updates to GPID regulations and fee schedule
The Huerfano County Board of Commissioners will approve several consent‑agenda items, including meeting minutes, resignations and buy‑sell agreements for lots on 3rd Street and Champa in Walsenburg. They will review bulk water permits for Douglas Fundom and Richard Maunder. Action items include a second reading of Ordinance #26‑01 to update GPID regulations, Ordinance #26‑03 for the building code, and Resolution #26‑31 to update the GPID fee schedule, as well as an agreement with the County Sheriff’s Office for an evidence technician.
- Ratify buy‑sell agreements for Lots 6‑8 3rd Street and Lots 2 & 3 Champa, Walsenburg (Consent Agenda)
- Approve Bulk Water Permit #Bulk‑26‑000155 for Douglas Fundom, parcel #17136120 (Permits)
- Ordinance #26‑01 – Update GPID regulations (Second Reading)
- Ordinance #26‑03 – Building Code Ordinance (Second Reading)
- Resolution #26‑31 – GPID fee schedule update
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Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street, Walsenburg
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Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda
June 30, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Commissioners Meeting Room - 401 Main Street Suite 309, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
9:00 AM - Commissioner's Study Session
10:00 AM - Public Meeting
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1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Agenda Approval
4. Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda is intended to allow the Board to spend its time on more complex
items. These items are generally perceived as non-controversial and can be approved by a
single motion. The public is invited to ask clarifying questions on any item. An item may be
removed from the Consent Agenda by the Board and addressed in Action Items if deemed
necessary.
a. June 23rd 2026 Meeting Minutes
b. John Deitz Resignation Huerfano County Detention
c. Brittany Vigil Education Assistant Program Application
d. Deborah Aguirre Recinding Resignation
e. Ratify Buy Sell Agreement for Lots 6-8 3rd Street Walsenburg
f. Ratify Buy Sell Agreement for Lots 2 & 3 Champa Walsenburg
5. Appointments
6. Permits, Licenses, and Public Hearings
a. Additional Water Request for Bulk Water Account #3022 for Eileen Mason
b. Bulk Water Permit #Bulk-26-000155 for Douglas Fundom for parcel #17136120
c. Buk Water Permit #Bulk-26-000170 for Richard Maunder for parcel #171359
7. Action Items
The public is welcome to comment on action items wh …
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Thu Jun 25, 2026 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Public hearing on School Creek Gravel Pit conditional use permit
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit (CUP) for a gravel pit at School Creek (LU-26-000122) and consider a CUP for a wedding venue (LU-26-000109). The meeting also includes approval of minutes from June 11, 2026, and updates from the Local Government District.
- Public hearing on CUP LU-26-000122 for School Creek Gravel Pit
- New business: CUP LU-26-000109 for Schware Wedding Venue
- Approval of minutes from June 11, 2026
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401 Main St., Suite 309, Walsenburg
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Planning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda
June 25, 2026 at 1:30 PM
401 Main St., Suite 309, Walsenburg , CO 81089
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
1:30 PM - Public Meeting
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1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Reading of Minutes
a. Minutes from June 11, 2026
4. Old Business
a. Public Hearing LU-26-000122 School Creek Gravel Pit CUP
5. New Business
a. LU-26-000109 CUP-Schware Wedding Venue
6. LGD Updates
7. Discussions
8. Adjournment
9. Upcoming Meetings
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Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 10:00
Advisory Boards
Airport Advisory Board will discuss the Turnaround Taxiway Project and budget matters
The board will review the airport budget and fuel reports, examine maintenance issues such as weeds, gophers, prairie dogs, and infrastructure items like the fuel stand, taxiway gravel, and bathroom door lock. It will then discuss the marketing plan, the Turnaround Taxiway Project, the Capital Improvement Plan, future grant opportunities, forming an EAA chapter, and a county‑city supported fly‑in event.
- Airport budget report
- Maintenance review – weeds, gophers, prairie dogs, fuel stand, taxiway gravel, bathroom door lock
- Turnaround Taxiway Project
- Capital Improvement Plan
- Future grants discussion
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Spanish Peaks Airfield, Walsenburg
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Airport Advisory Board Regular Meeting Agenda
June 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Spanish Peaks Airfield County Road 101, Walsenburg, CO 80189
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
10:00 AM - Public Meeting
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1. Call to Order
2. Agenda Approval
3. Approval of Minutes
4. Election of Chair
5. County Reports
a. Airport Budget
b. Fuel Reports
6. Maintenance Review
a. Nuisance Control: Weeds, gophers, prairie dogs
b. Infrasturcture Maintenance: Fuel stand, Gravel on taxiway, lock on bathroom door
7. Old Business
8. New Business
a. Marketing Plan
b. Turnaround Taxiway Project
c. Capital Improvement Plan
9. Discussions
a. Future Grants
b. Formation of EAA Chapter
c. County and City Supported Fly-In
10. Adjournment
11. Upcoming Meetings
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Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 18:00
Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board
Advisory board to discuss Phase 3 sports courts and building upgrades
The Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board will meet on June 24, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Agenda items include a county report on building sound dampening upgrades, Phase 3 sports courts (sand volleyball, bocce ball, horseshoe pits, multi-sport court), and rodeo grounds. The board will also approve minutes from April 22, 2026, and hear community input.
- Building upgrades – sound dampening
- Phase 3 sports courts: sand volleyball, bocce ball, horseshoe pits, multi-sport court
- Rodeo grounds update
- Approval of minutes from April 22, 2026
- Community input period (5 minutes per person)
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✓ Decided: Board approves Phase 3 sports courts and adds Safe Streets to agenda
The advisory board approved procedural items and agreed to add horseshoe, cornhole, and bocce ball courts for the community center. Most other updates covered ongoing maintenance, rodeo grounds insurance discussions, and state highway funding efforts rather than formal votes. Residents can view updated GIPD water connection fees on the county website. Maintenance crews are installing sound-dampening panels and repairing a stove at the Raymond Aguirre Community Center.
- Approved agenda amendment to include Safe Streets project (5-0)
- Approved October 22, 2025 meeting minutes as presented (5-0)
- Board agreed to install horseshoe, cornhole, and bocce ball courts
- Staff tasked with obtaining a quote for a $8–9,000 black widow for rodeo grounds
28 County Road 632, Gardner
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Raymond Aguirre Community Center Advisory Board Regular Meeting
Agenda
June 24, 2026 at 6:00 PM
28 County Road 632, Gardner CO 81040
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
6:00 PM - Public Meeting
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1. Call to Order
2. Agenda Approval
3. Approval of Minutes
a. Minutes from April 22, 2026
4. County Report
a. Building Upgrades - Sound Dampening
b. Phase 3 - Sports Courts: Sand Volleyball, Bocce Ball, Horseshoe Pits, Multi-sport
Court
c. Rodeo Grounds
5. Old Business
6. New Business
7. Community Input (No more than 5 minutes each)
8. Adjournment
9. Upcoming Meetings
a. July 22, 2026
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1. Call to Order
Meeting called to order at 06:08 PM.
PRESENT: Mickey D'Ambrosia, Dale Lyons, Myra Trujillo, Danielle Sewell, Lisa Aguirre
ABSENT: Pat Martinez
ALSO IN ATTENDANCE: Commissioner Mitchell Wardell, Commissioner Karl Sporleder,
Commissioner Jim Chamberlain, Carl Young, Lester Berry, Celena Valdez, Christian Bauer
2. Agenda Approval
Mickey made a motion to amend the agenda. Lisa seconded. Will add Safe Streets to
agenda.
VOTING YES: Mickey D'Ambrosia, Dale Lyons, Myra Trujillo, Lisa Aguirre, Danielle Sewell
VOTING NO: None
ABSTAINING: None
Motion Passed (5-0)
3. Approval of Minutes
October 22, 2025
Dale Lyons made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Lisa Aguirre seconded
Voting Yes: Mickey D'Ambrosia, Dale Lyons, Myra Trujillo, Lisa Aguirre, Danielle Sewell
Voting No: None
Abstaining: None
Motion Passed (5-0)
4. Reflective Pause
a. A moment of silence for our dear friend Margaret Hecht
5. County Report
a. GIPD Rules and Regulations
Carl Young let the bard know that the GIPD rules and regulations have been
updated. This includes fees to connect to water. Bulk water has also been rewritten.
He went over resident vs non resident and the price variance. Carl mentions that
you can find the updates on the county website. Danielle asked if it was possible to
put out something physical for residents to see. Mickey also requested the updated
rules.
b. Building Upgrades & Sound Dampening
Lester Berry said the sound dampeni …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 13:00
County Revitalization Authority
County Revitalization Authority to discuss Rio Cucharas Inn and Gardner projects
The County Revitalization Authority will meet to review updates on the Gardner Project and the Rio Cucharas Inn Project. The body will also discuss outreach to taxing entities and the Secretary position.
- Rio Cucharas Inn Project Agreement to Negotiate
- Gardner Project update
- Outreach to Taxing Entities
- Secretary Position
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Commissioner's Meeting Room, Walsenburg
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Huerfano County Revitalization Authority County Revitalization
Authority Meeting Agenda
June 23, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Commissioner's Meeting Room 401 Main Street, Suite 309, Walsenburg, CO 81089
Office: 719-738-3000 ex 200 | Fax: 719-738-3996
1:00 PM - County Revitalization Authority Meeting
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1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Call to Order
3. Roll Call
4. Agenda Approval
5. Approval of Minutes
a. May 26th Meeting Minutes
6. Old Business
a. Rio Cucharas Inn Project Agreement to Negotiate
b. Next Steps on the Rio Cucharas Inn Project
c. Update on Gardner Project
7. New Business
8. Discussions
a. Outreach to Taxing Entities
b. Secretary Position
9. Executive Session
10. Adjournment
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Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments164 (1,235 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$983/mo (117 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy20.9% (low numeracy 31% · 2017)
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Recorded votes
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Permitted housing units
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