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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 13:30
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
BOCC Room, Ouray County Courthouse , Ouray
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners
BOCC Room, Ouray County Courthouse , Ouray
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
BOCC Room, Ouray County Courthouse , Ouray
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 15:00
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
Ouray County 4-H Event Center, Ridgway
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners
Ouray County 4-H Event Center, Ridgway
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
Ouray County 4-H Event Center, Ridgway
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 13:30
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
BOCC Room, Ouray County Courthouse , Ouray
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 09:00
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BOCC Room, Ouray County Courthouse , Ouray
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
BOCC Room, Ouray County Courthouse , Ouray
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 13:30
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
Ouray County 4-H Event Center, Ridgway
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 09:00
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Ouray County 4-H Event Center, Ridgway
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
Ouray County 4-H Event Center, Ridgway
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 13:30
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
BOCC Room, Ouray County Courthouse , Ouray
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 09:00
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BOCC Room, Ouray County Courthouse , Ouray
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 13:30
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
Ouray County 4-H Event Center, Ridgway
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 09:00
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Ouray County 4-H Event Center, Ridgway
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
Ouray County 4-H Event Center, Ridgway
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 13:30
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
BOCC Room, Ouray County Courthouse , Ouray
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 09:00
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BOCC Room, Ouray County Courthouse , Ouray
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
BOCC Room, Ouray County Courthouse , Ouray
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 09:00
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Ouray County 4-H Event Center, Ridgway
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 13:30
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
Ouray County 4-H Event Center, Ridgway
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
Ouray County 4-H Event Center, Ridgway
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Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
County to discuss Ruby Trust Mine support and EMS updates
The Ouray County Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the Ruby Trust Mine proposal by Minority Mining LLC, including a possible support letter, and receive an update on EMS operations, including the Rural Health Transformation Program and Red Mountain Fire Rescue Authority. No formal action will be taken; the board may give direction to staff.
- Discussion of Minority Mining LLC's Defense Production Act Title III proposal for Ruby Trust Mine
- Review of Ouray County benefit statement and draft support letter to Charles Edens
- EMS operational update and Rural Health Transformation Program
- Red Mountain Fire Rescue Authority update and legal update on member withdrawals
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Ouray County Courthouse - BOCC Meeting Room, Ouray
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Work Session
Ouray County Courthouse - BOCC Meeting Room - 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO
August 26, 2026
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1.
9:00 - Ruby Trust Mine Discussion, Kris Peterson and Alex Klemt - Minority
Mining
a.
Minority Mining LLC Executive Summary:
b.
Minority Mining LLC Defense Production Act Title III Proposal:
c.
Ouray County Benefit Statement:
d.
Ouray County BOCC Support Letter to Charles Edens - Director of the
Defense Industrial Base Council (With Leo Caselli Redlines):
2.
10:00 - EMS, Nathan McCullough
a.
Operational Update:
b.
Rural Health Transformation Program:
c.
Red Mountain Fire Rescue Authority Update:
d.
Legal Update on Authority Member Withdrawals
Note: Work Sessions are less formal, deliberative public meetings, in which no formal action is taken, but
the Commissioners may give direction to staff and workshop items for future formal action. Written public
comment for agenda and work session items will be accepted up until 3:00PM the day before the meeting
/ work session. If any given item is finished earlier than anticipated, the Commissioners may move on to
the next item. Agendas and amended agendas will be posted on the Ouray County Website no later than
24 hours prior to the commencement …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 13:30
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
Thorin Resources presents status on Governor Basin EPA Clean Up Project
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the status of the Governor Basin EPA Clean Up Project with Heather Burmingham from Thorin Resources. Commissioners will also review administrative reports. No formal action will be taken, but staff may receive direction for future items.
- Status update on Governor Basin EPA Clean Up Project by Heather Burmingham of Thorin Resources
- Commissioner and Administrative Reports
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Work Session
Ouray County Courthouse - BOCC Meeting Room - 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO
August 25, 2026
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1.
1:30 - Heather Burmingham, Thorin Resources
a.
Status Update - Governor Basin EPA Clean Up Project:
2.
2:30 - Commissioner/Administrative Reports
Note: Work Sessions are less formal, deliberative public meetings, in which no formal action is taken, but
the Commissioners may give direction to staff and workshop items for future formal action. Written public
comment for agenda and work session items will be accepted up until 3:00PM the day before the meeting
/ work session. If any given item is finished earlier than anticipated, the Commissioners may move on to
the next item. Agendas and amended agendas will be posted on the Ouray County Website no later than
24 hours prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agendas may also be posted at the Ouray County
Courthouse, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO 81427.
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners
County to consider sales tax measure to reimburse disaster fund
The Ouray County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a mix of routine approvals and policy discussions. Key items include a ballot measure discussion on a proposed sales tax to reimburse the Disaster Fund, a resolution for a construction use tax update, and a possible action on a presidential declaration support letter. The board will also consider appointments, a disaster declaration renewal, a contract with Haynes Excavation Inc., and several financial reports.
- Resolution 2026-019 regarding a Sales Tax to reimburse the Disaster Fund
- Construction Use Tax update from County Manager
- Emergency Disaster Declaration - Third Renewal
- 2026 Agreement with Haynes Excavation Inc. for Emergency Watershed Protection services
- Reappointment of Steve Duce to Dallas Park Cemetery Board
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Ouray County Courthouse - BOCC Meeting Room, Ouray
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting
Ouray County Courthouse - BOCC Meeting Room - 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO
August 25, 2026
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1.
9:00 - Call to the Public
The “Call to the Public” agenda item is a time when the community members may
bring forth items of interest or concern that are not already on the day’s agenda. If
you would like to speak about an agenda item, please hold your comments until
that time in the meeting. The format is presentation, but the BOCC or staff may
answer straightforward questions, and the Chair may limit speaker time to 3
minutes. No formal action may be taken on topics raised in Call to the Public due to
Colorado Open Meetings Law. Any topics that require back‐and‐forth dialogue will
be referred to commissioners or staff for discussion outside the meeting or placed
on a future work session or agenda for action. Written comments can be submitted
electronically via our website.
2.
9:30 - Consent Agenda
a.
Request for approval of Expenditures
b.
Public Trustee Report July 2026
c.
Request for Approval and Authorization of the Chair's signature on the Fund
Transfer Approval Form for transfer 2 out of 4 from the Road and Bridge Sales
Tax Fund to the Road and Bridge Fund as approved in the 2026 Budget:
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
9:30 - Consent Agenda
3 yea
Lynn Padgett yea · Jake Niece yea · Michelle Nauer yea
11:00 - The Board of County Commissioners will convene as the Board of Equalization to consider the following item [Amend]
3 yea
Lynn Padgett yea · Jake Niece yea · Michelle Nauer yea
11:00 - The Board of County Commissioners will convene as the Board of Equalization to consider the following item [Approve]
3 yea
Lynn Padgett yea · Jake Niece yea · Michelle Nauer yea
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 15:00
Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting
County to pick contractor for emergency watershed project
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting in special session to review, discuss, and authorize contractor selection for the Emergency Watershed Protection project. The board will consider a procurement recommendation, an exception to county procurement policy, and authorization for the county manager to proceed with a construction contract based on RFQ responses and NRCS sole source authorization. Action may be taken on any or all of these items.
- Contractor selection for Emergency Watershed Protection project
- BOCC exception to County Procurement Policy
- Authorization for County Manager to negotiate and sign construction contract
- August 11, 2026 RFQ for General Contractor & Supporting Items (reference only)
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting
Ouray County Courthouse – BOCC Meeting Room, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO
August 17, 2026
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1.
3:00 - The Board of County Commissioners will meet in a special session to
review, discuss, and authorize contractor selection for the Emergency
Watershed Protection project.
a.
Procurement Recommendation from Internal Selection Committee, Led by
Superintendent Barger:
b.
Approval and Authorization of BOCC Exception to County Procurement Policy,
and Authorization for County Manager to Proceed with Construction Contract
(to be negotiated and signed), Based on RFQ Response Results and NRCS
Sole Source Authorization:
c.
August 11, 2026 Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for General Contractor &
Supporting Items (Reference Only):
Note: Action may be taken on any or all of these items. Written public comment for agenda and work
session items will be accepted up until 3:00PM the day before the meeting / work session. The Board of
County Commissioners may convene into an executive session, under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) to receive
legal advice from its counsel on specific legal questions for any agenda items, with discussion topics
identified as specifically as possible, during any regular and special meetings. …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
BOCC Room, Ouray County Courthouse , Ouray
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 15:00
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
County weighs sales and use tax ballot measures for disaster recovery and roads
The Ouray County Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss two potential ballot measures: a sales tax for disaster recovery and resilience, and a use tax for road and bridge funding. No formal action will be taken, but the board may give direction to staff for future action.
- Sales tax ballot measure discussion for disaster recovery and resilience
- Use tax ballot measure discussion for road and bridge funding
- Commissioner and administrative reports
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Work Session
Ouray County Courthouse – BOCC Meeting Room, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO
August 11, 2026
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1. 3:00 - Ballot Measure Discussion
a. Sales Tax Ballot Measure Discussion- Disaster Recovery and Resilience
b. Use Tax Ballot Measure Discussion- Road & Bridge
2. 4:00 - Commissioner/Administrative Reports
Note: Work Sessions are less formal, deliberative public meetings, in which no formal action is taken, but
the Commissioners may give direction to staff and workshop items for future formal action. Written public
comment for agenda and work session items will be accepted up until 3:00PM the day before the meeting
/ work session. If any given item is finished earlier than anticipated, the Commissioners may move on to
the next item. Agendas and amended agendas will be posted on the Ouray County Website no later than
24 hours prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agendas may also be posted at the Ouray County
Courthouse, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO 81427.
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners
County to consider wildfire code, energy code, and Gold Mountain recovery items
The Ouray County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on adopting the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code and the 2024 Colorado Model Low Energy and Carbon Code. The board will also consider several consent and general business items, including election services, a subdivision development plan, a filming event permit, and multiple Gold Mountain Fire recovery actions. The meeting includes a Board of Health session for public health grant agreements and a Road and Bridge update.
- Resolution 2026-017 adopting the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code
- Resolution 2026-018 adopting the 2024 Colorado Model Low Energy and Carbon Code, replacing the 2018 IECC
- Cimarron Ridge Subdivision preliminary and final development plan (PUD)
- Special Event Permit for Toyota Sequoia filming event on August 20-21, 2026
- Ratification of Emergency Watershed Protection Program grant and KLJ Engineering agreement
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting
Ouray County Courthouse – BOCC Meeting Room, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO
August 11, 2026
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1. 9:00 - Call to the Public
The “Call to the Public” agenda item is a time when the community members may
bring forth items of interest or concern that are not already on the day’s agenda. If
you would like to speak about an agenda item, please hold your comments until
that time in the meeting. The format is presentation, but the BOCC or staff may
answer straightforward questions, and the Chair may limit speaker time to 3
minutes. No formal action may be taken on topics raised in Call to the Public due to
Colorado Open Meetings Law. Any topics that require back‐and‐forth dialogue will
be referred to commissioners or staff for discussion outside the meeting or placed
on a future work session or agenda for action. Written comments can be submitted
electronically via our website.
2. 9:30 - Consent Agenda
a. Request for approval of Expenditures
3. 9:35 - General Business
a. Request for Approval and Authorization of Vice-Chair's Signature on
Agreement for Election Services (including Exhibit A- IGA Deadline Schedule
2026 General)
b. Request for approval of Resolution 2026-016 Approving a Combined
Preliminary and …
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
9:30 - Consent Agenda
2 yea
Lynn Padgett yea · Michelle Nauer yea
12:00 - Gold Mountain Fire Recovery Update
2 yea
Lynn Padgett yea · Michelle Nauer yea
Thu Jul 30, 2026 · 10:30
Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting
Commissioners hold emergency meeting on flash flooding
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting virtually for an emergency policy group session. The discussion focuses on flash flooding, specifically mentioning the Cutler Creek area and other impacts.
- Discussion of flash flooding in the Cutler Creek area and other impacts
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Special Emergency Meeting
Zoom Only
July 30, 2026
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1. 10:30 - The Board of County Commissioners will meet virtually, for an
emergency policy group meeting, to discuss flash flooding including the
Cutler Creek area and other impacts:
Note: Action may be taken on any or all of these items. Written public comment for agenda and work
session items will be accepted up until 9:00AM the day of the meeting. The Board of County
Commissioners may convene into an executive session, under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) to receive legal
advice from its counsel on specific legal questions for any agenda items, with discussion topics identified
as specifically as possible, during any regular and special meetings. If any given item is finished earlier
than anticipated, the Commissioners may move on to the next item. Agendas and amended agendas will
be posted on the Ouray County Website no later than 24 hours prior to the commencement of the
meeting. Agendas may also be posted at the Ouray County Courthouse, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO
81427.
Wed Jul 29, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
Commissioners discuss ballot measure on vehicle/construction materials use tax for roads
The Board of County Commissioners holds a work session to recap prior discussions on a potential ballot measure for a vehicle and construction materials use tax for roads and bridges. They will also discuss additional ballot measures, such as disaster recovery, and review timelines and content requirements. No formal action is taken; the session is for staff direction and deliberation.
- Recap of prior discussions on vehicle & construction materials use tax for roads/bridges
- Discussion on additional ballot measures (e.g., disaster recovery)
- Review of upcoming timelines and requirements for ballot content
- Commissioner/administrative reports
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Work Session
Ouray County Courthouse - BOCC Meeting Room - 541 4th Street, Ouray CO
81427
July 29, 2026
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1. 9:00 - Ballot Measure Discussion
a. Recap of Prior Ballot Measure Discussions of Vehicle & Construction Materials
Use Tax for R&B; Additional Discussions for Ballot Measures (Disaster
Recovery or Other); and Discussion on Upcoming Timelines and
Requirements for Ballot Content
2. 11:00 - Commissioner/Administrative Reports
Note: Work Sessions are less formal, deliberative public meetings, in which no formal action is taken, but
the Commissioners may give direction to staff and workshop items for future formal action. Written public
comment for agenda and work session items will be accepted up until 3:00PM the day before the meeting
/ work session. If any given item is finished earlier than anticipated, the Commissioners may move on to
the next item. Agendas and amended agendas will be posted on the Ouray County Website no later than
24 hours prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agendas may also be posted at the Ouray County
Courthouse, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO 81427.
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 13:30
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
Board of County Commissioners to hold Board of Equalization hearing
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a work session to hold a Board of Equalization hearing. The session includes a review of an assessor's packet for Chad Baillie.
- Board of Equalization hearing for Chad Baillie (R001464)
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Work Session
Ouray County Courthouse, BOCC Meeting Room - 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO
July 28, 2026
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1. 1:30 - Board of Equalization Hearings
a. 1:30 - Chad Baillie:
R001464 - Assessor's Packet
Notice of Determination:
Note: Action may be taken on any or all of these items. Written public comment for agenda and work
session items will be accepted up until 3:00PM the day before the meeting / work session. The Board of
County Commissioners may convene into an executive session, under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) to receive
legal advice from its counsel on specific legal questions for any agenda items, with discussion topics
identified as specifically as possible, during any regular and special meetings. If any given item is finished
earlier than anticipated, the Commissioners may move on to the next item. The only exceptions to this are
public hearings, which will not begin prior to their advertised time. Agendas and amended agendas will be
posted on the Ouray County Website no later than 24 hours prior to the commencement of the meeting.
Agendas may also be posted at the Ouray County Courthouse, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO 81427.
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners
Ouray County considers housing grant and emergency disaster extension
The Board of County Commissioners will review several grant applications and administrative agreements. The body is also considering a second extension of an Emergency Disaster Declaration and a funding application for a Housing Action Plan.
- Resolution 2026-014 for a Colorado Department of Local Affairs Housing Planning Grant
- Approval and authorization of Emergency Disaster Declaration - Second Extension
- Special Event Permit and Agreement (SEPA) for the Imogene Pass Run on September 12, 2026
- SRI Tax Sale Internet Auction Services Agreement for 2026
- CDPHE FY27 Immunization Contract Amendment for the Board of Health
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting
Ouray County Courthouse - BOCC Meeting Room - 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO
July 28, 2026
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1. 9:00 - Call to the Public
The “Call to the Public” agenda item is a time when the community members may
bring forth items of interest or concern that are not already on the day’s agenda. If
you would like to speak about an agenda item, please hold your comments until
that time in the meeting. The format is presentation, but the BOCC or staff may
answer straightforward questions, and the Chair may limit speaker time to 3
minutes. No formal action may be taken on topics raised in Call to the Public due to
Colorado Open Meetings Law. Any topics that require back‐and‐forth dialogue will
be referred to commissioners or staff for discussion outside the meeting or placed
on a future work session or agenda for action. Written comments can be submitted
electronically via our website.
2. 9:30 - Consent Agenda
a. Request for approval of Expenditures
b. June Public Trustee Report
c. Request for approval and authorization of the Vice Chair's signature on the
Treasurer's Semi-Annual Report:
d. Acknowledgment of the monthly ERTB and MV wires for the Clerk's Office for
June 2026:
3. 9:35 - General Business
a. Request fo …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
9:30 - Consent Agenda
2 yea
Lynn Padgett yea · Michelle Nauer yea
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
Planning Director discusses new wildfire regulations
The Board will hear a quarterly housing services report, a presentation on wildfire regulations, and an update from the Gold Mountain Fire Recovery effort. Commissioners will also give administrative reports. No formal actions are scheduled; the session is for discussion and direction.
- Quarterly report from Housing Services Administrator Eva Henson
- Presentation on wildfire regulations by Planning Director Mark Castrodale
- Gold Mountain Fire Recovery update
- Commissioner and administrative reports
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Work Session
Ouray County Courthouse – BOCC Meeting Room, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO
July 15, 2026
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1. 9:00 - Eva Henson, Housing Services Administrator
a. Quarterly Report:
2. 10:00 - Mark Castrodale, Planning Director
a. Wildfire Regulations:
3. 11:30 - Gold Mountain Fire Recovery
4. 12:30 - Lunch
5. 1:30 - Commissioner & Administrative Reports
Note: Work Sessions are less formal, deliberative public meetings, in which no formal action is taken, but
the Commissioners may give direction to staff and workshop items for future formal action. Written public
comment for agenda and work session items will be accepted up until 3:00PM the day before the meeting
/ work session. If any given item is finished earlier than anticipated, the Commissioners may move on to
the next item. Agendas and amended agendas will be posted on the Ouray County Website no later than
24 hours prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agendas may also be posted at the Ouray County
Courthouse, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO 81427.
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners
Public hearing for Cimarron Ridge PUD; support letter for affordable housing project
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a combined Preliminary/Final Development Plan for the Cimarron Ridge Planned Unit Development (PUD). They will also consider a support letter for the River Walk Affordable Rentals Project, a cooperative law enforcement agreement with the US Forest Service, a payment for mechanical rock removal on Engineer Pass - Mineral Creek, and a position request for a Recovery Manager. The board will convene as the Local Licensing Authority to renew a retail liquor license for Cornerstone Club F&B Services LLC, and later enter executive session for litigation updates. A Gold Mountain Fire Update is also scheduled.
- Public hearing for Cimarron Ridge Regular PUD on Tract 1, Loghill Crest
- Request for approval of support letter to Montrose County Housing Authority for River Walk Affordable Rentals Project
- Approval of cooperative law enforcement operating plan between Ouray County Sheriff’s Office and USFS GMUG
- Approval of payment to Floyd Enterprises, LLC for mechanical rock removal on Engineer Pass - Mineral Creek
- Position request for Recovery Manager
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting
Ouray County Courthouse – BOCC Meeting Room, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO
July 14, 2026
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1. 9:00 - Call to the Public
The “Call to the Public” agenda item is a time when the community members may
bring forth items of interest or concern that are not already on the day’s agenda. If
you would like to speak about an agenda item, please hold your comments until
that time in the meeting. The format is presentation, but the BOCC or staff may
answer straightforward questions, and the Chair may limit speaker time to 3
minutes. No formal action may be taken on topics raised in Call to the Public due to
Colorado Open Meetings Law. Any topics that require back‐and‐forth dialogue will
be referred to commissioners or staff for discussion outside the meeting or placed
on a future work session or agenda for action. Written comments can be submitted
electronically via our website.
2. 9:30 - General Business
a. Request for approval of Expenditures
b. Request for approval of the support letter to the Montrose County Housing
Authority for the River Walk Affordable Rentals Project, Special Limited
Partnership Structure, and Tax-Exempt Status:
c. Request for approval and authorization of Chair's signature on the Modifica …
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Fri Jul 10, 2026 · 08:30
Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting
BOCC to discuss financial response to Gold Mountain Fire in closed session
The Board of County Commissioners will hold an executive session to receive legal advice and discuss negotiations on emergency funding, TABOR reserves, Fire Management Assistance Grants, and hiring a long-term recovery manager related to the Gold Mountain Fire. No other public business is on the agenda.
- Executive session under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) and (e) for legal advice and negotiations on financial response to the Gold Mountain Fire
- Topics include emergency TABOR reserves, other emergency funding measures, Fire Management Assistance Grant utilizations, and negotiations for a long-term recovery manager
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting
Ouray County Courthouse – BOCC Meeting Room, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO
July 10, 2026
Patrons may attend the meeting in-person at the location above or via Zoom
using the credentials below:
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1. 8:30 - Executive Session: Legal Advice and Negotiations on Financial
Response
a. 8:30 - The Board of County Commissioners may convene into an Executive
Session pursuant to C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) and (e); for a conference with
legal counsel and the county manager (other county and governmental staff
may be present) to: receive legal advice on specific legal questions; and, if
authorized, determine positions relative to matters that may be subject to
negotiations, develop strategy for negotiations, and/or instruct negotiators, for
the use of emergency TABOR reserves, other emergency funding measures,
Fire Management Assistance Grant utilizations; negotiations for a long-term
recovery manager or other recovery measures, and/or other financial,
legal, contractual, and procurement negotiations or measures necessary for
financial response to the Gold Mountain Fire.
Note: Action may be taken on any or all of these items. Written public comment for agenda and work
session items will be accepted up until 3:00PM the day before the meeting / work session. The Board of
County Commissioners may convene into an executive sess …
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Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 11:00
Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting
Board to discuss Gold Mountain Fire response
The Board of County Commissioners will receive an update on the Gold Mountain Fire and consider ratifying the Chair's signature on an Assumption of Fire Control Duty Form. The meeting will also include a policy group discussion.
- Gold Mountain Fire update and potential response action
- Ratification of Chair's signature on Assumption of Fire Control Duty Form
- Policy Group Discussion
- Executive session for legal advice on agenda items
- Written public comments accepted until 9:00 AM on meeting day
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Special Meeting
Ouray County Courthouse - 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO 81427
July 8, 2026
Patrons may attend the meeting in-person at the location above or via Zoom
using the credentials below:
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Meeting ID: 828 7231 5207
Passcode: 001998
1. 11:00 - Gold Mountain Fire Update
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to receive updates and discuss the
Gold Mountain Fire, and potentially take action on the County's response to the
fire. Comments will be limited to written comments only. Comments must be
submitted no later than 2 hours preceding the meeting, and must be submitted to
comments@ourayco.gov.
a. General Updates:
b. Ratification and Approval of Chair's Signature on Assumption of Fire Control
Duty Form (Note: Sheriff has already approved).
2. 11:45 - Policy Group Discussion
Note: Action may be taken on any or all of these items. Written public comment for agenda and work
session items will be accepted up until 9:00AM the day of the meeting. The Board of County
Commissioners may convene into an executive session, under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) to receive legal
advice from its counsel on specific legal questions for any agenda items, with discussion topics identified
as specifically as possible, during any regular and special meetings. If any given item is finished earlier
than anticipated, the Commissioners may move on to the next item. Agendas and amended …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 11:00
Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting
Board to discuss Gold Mountain Fire recovery and flash flood planning
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special work session focused on recovery efforts following the Gold Mountain Fire. Discussions include flash flood emergency planning and mitigation for the Highway 550 corridor.
- Flash flood emergency planning and mitigation
- Highway 550 corridor flash flood plans, including road closures and evacuation plans
- USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service's Emergency Watershed Program mitigation assistance
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Special Work Session
Ouray County Courthouse - 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO 81427
July 7, 2026
Patrons may attend the meeting in-person at the location above or via Zoom
using the credentials below:
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1. 11:00 - Gold Mountain Fire Recovery
a. Flash Flood Emergency Planning and Mitigation:
b. Status Update - Flash Flood Plans for Highway 550 Corridor including Road
Closures and Evacuation Plans:
c. Mitigation Assistance - USDA - Natural Resources Conservation Service's
Emergency Watershed Program
Note: Action may be taken on any or all of these items. Written public comment for agenda and work
session items will be accepted up until 9:00AM the day of the meeting. The Board of County
Commissioners may convene into an executive session, under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) to receive legal
advice from its counsel on specific legal questions for any agenda items, with discussion topics identified
as specifically as possible, during any regular and special meetings. If any given item is finished earlier
than anticipated, the Commissioners may move on to the next item. Agendas and amended agendas will
be posted on the Ouray County Website no later than 24 hours prior to the commencement of the
meeting. Agendas may also be posted at the Ouray County Courthouse, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO
81427.
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 11:00
Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting
Board to discuss Gold Mountain Fire response
The Ouray County Board of Commissioners will meet to receive an update on the Gold Mountain Fire and discuss the County's response. The meeting will also include a wildlife update from Colorado Parks and Wildlife and a policy group discussion.
- Gold Mountain Fire update and potential response action
- Colorado Parks and Wildlife wildlife update
- Policy Group Discussion
- Public comments accepted via email until 9:00 AM
- Potential executive session for legal advice
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Special Meeting
Zoom Only
July 6, 2026
Patrons may attend the meeting in-person at the location above or via Zoom
using the credentials below:
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Phone Only: 1-346-248-7799
Meeting ID: 828 7231 5207
Passcode: 001998
1. 11:00 - Gold Mountain Fire Update
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to receive updates and discuss the
Gold Mountain Fire, and potentially take action on the County's response to the
fire. Comments will be limited to written comments only. Comments must be
submitted no later than 2 hours preceding the meeting, and must be submitted to
comments@ourayco.gov.
2. 11:20 - Rachel Sralla, Colorado Parks and Wildlife - Wildlife Update
3. 11:45 - Policy Group Discussion
Note: Action may be taken on any or all of these items. Written public comment for agenda and work
session items will be accepted up until 9:00AM the day of the meeting. The Board of County
Commissioners may convene into an executive session, under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) to receive legal
advice from its counsel on specific legal questions for any agenda items, with discussion topics identified
as specifically as possible, during any regular and special meetings. If any given item is finished earlier
than anticipated, the Commissioners may move on to the next item. Agendas and amended agendas will
be posted on the Ouray County Website no later than 24 hours prior to the commencement of the
meeting. Agendas m …
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Thu Jul 2, 2026 · 11:00
Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting
Board to discuss Gold Mountain Fire response and disaster declaration renewal
The Ouray County Board of Commissioners will meet to receive an update on the Gold Mountain Fire and consider renewing a disaster declaration related to the event. The meeting is held via Zoom only.
- Gold Mountain Fire update and potential response action
- Request to renew Gold Mountain Fire disaster declaration
- Policy Group Discussion
- Executive session for legal advice on agenda items
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting
Zoom Only
July 2, 2026
Patrons may attend the meeting in-person at the location above or via Zoom
using the credentials below:
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Phone Only: 1-346-248-7799
Meeting ID: 828 7231 5207
Passcode: 001998
1. 11:00 - Gold Mountain Fire Update
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to receive updates and discuss the
Gold Mountain Fire, and potentially take action on the County's response to the
fire. Comments will be limited to written comments only. Comments must be
submitted no later than 2 hours preceding the meeting, and must be submitted to
comments@ourayco.gov.
2. 11:30 - Disaster Declaration
a. Request for renewal within 7 days of June 27, 2026 Gold Mountain Fire
Disaster Declaration:
3. 11:45 - Policy Group Discussion
Note: Action may be taken on any or all of these items. Written public comment for agenda and work
session items will be accepted up until 3:00PM the day before the meeting / work session. The Board of
County Commissioners may convene into an executive session, under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) to receive
legal advice from its counsel on specific legal questions for any agenda items, with discussion topics
identified as specifically as possible, during any regular and special meetings. If any given item is finished
earlier than anticipated, the Commissioners may move on to the next item. The only exceptions to this are
public hearings, which will not begin …
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Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 11:00
Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting
Board to receive Gold Mountain Fire update, may act on response
The Ouray County Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to receive an update on the Gold Mountain Fire and potentially take action on the county's response. The board will also consider ratifying mutual aid agreements with the Olathe Fire Protection District and a school-facilities emergency use agreement with the City of Ouray and Silverton School District. A policy group discussion is also scheduled. Action may be taken on any item.
- Gold Mountain Fire update and potential action on county response
- Ratification of MOU between Ouray County and Olathe Fire Protection District for mutual aid
- Ratification of IGA between Ouray County, City of Ouray, and Silverton School District for emergency use of school facilities
- BOCC Policy Group Discussion
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Special Meeting
Zoom Only
July 1, 2026
Patrons may attend the meeting in-person at the location above or via Zoom
using the credentials below:
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Phone Only: 1-346-248-7799
Meeting ID: 828 7231 5207
Passcode: 001998
1. 11:00 - Gold Mountain Fire Update
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to receive updates and discuss the
Gold Mountain Fire, and potentially take action on the County's response to the
fire. Comments will be limited to written comments only. Comments must be
submitted no later than 2 hours preceding the meeting, and must be submitted to
comments@ourayco.gov.
2. 11:30 - Mutual Aid Agreements
a. Request for Ratification of the OCEMS Chief's signature on the MOU between
Ouray County and Olathe Fire Protection District:
b. Request for Ratification of the County Attorney's signature on the IGA between
Ouray County, City of Ouray, and Silverton School District for use of School
Facilities for Emergencies:
3. 11:45 - BOCC Policy Group Discussion
Note: Action may be taken on any or all of these items. Written public comment for special meeting items
will be accepted up until 9:00 AM the day of the meeting. The Board of County Commissioners may
convene into an executive session, under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) to receive legal advice from its counsel
on specific legal questions for any agenda items, with discussion topics identified as specifically as
possible, during any r …
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Tue Jun 30, 2026 · 11:00
Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting
County BOCC meets for Gold Mountain Fire emergency response
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special emergency meeting (Zoom only) to receive updates and discuss the Gold Mountain Fire, and may take action on the county's response, including potential emergency declarations and delegations. Written public comments are accepted until 9 AM the day of the meeting.
- Discussion and potential action on Gold Mountain Fire response
- Consideration of an emergency declaration (item 1a)
- Consideration of an emergency delegation (item 1b)
- Consideration of a state declaration (item 1c)
- Board may convene into executive session for legal advice under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b)
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Special Emergency Meeting
Zoom Only
June 30, 2026
Patrons may attend the meeting in-person at the location above or via Zoom
using the credentials below:
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Phone Only: 1-346-248-7799
Meeting ID: 828 7231 5207
Passcode: 001998
1. 11:00 - Gold Mountain Fire
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to receive updates and discuss the
Gold Mountain Fire, and potentially take action on the County's response to the
fire. Comments will be limited to written comments only. Comments must be
submitted no later than 2 hours preceding the meeting, and must be submitted to
comments@ourayco.gov.
a. Emergency Declaration:
b. Emergency Delegation:
c. State Declaration:
Note: Action may be taken on any or all of these items. Written public comment for special meeting items
will be accepted up until 9:00 AM the day of the meeting. The Board of County Commissioners may
convene into an executive session, under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) to receive legal advice from its counsel
on specific legal questions for any agenda items, with discussion topics identified as specifically as
possible, during any regular and special meetings. Agendas and amended agendas will be posted on the
Ouray County Website no later than 24 hours prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agendas may
also be posted at the Ouray County Courthouse, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO 81427.
Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 11:00
Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting
County to discuss Gold Mountain Fire response, possible emergency action
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special emergency meeting to receive updates on the Gold Mountain Fire and discuss the county's response. Action may be taken on an emergency declaration and emergency delegation. Public comments are limited to written submissions.
- Receive updates and discuss response to the Gold Mountain Fire
- Potential action on an emergency declaration
- Potential action on an emergency delegation
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Special Emergency Meeting
Zoom Only
June 29, 2026
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using the credentials below:
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Phone Only: 1-346-248-7799
Meeting ID: 828 7231 5207
Passcode: 001998
1. 11:00 - Gold Mountain Fire
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to receive updates and discuss the
Gold Mountain Fire, and potentially take action on the County's response to the
fire. Comments will be limited to written comments only. Comments must be
submitted no later than 2 hours preceding the meeting, and must be submitted to
comments@ourayco.gov.
a. Emergency Declaration:
b. Emergency Delegation:
Note: Action may be taken on any or all of these items. The Board of County Commissioners may
convene into an executive session, under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) to receive legal advice from its counsel
on specific legal questions for any agenda items, with discussion topics identified as specifically as
possible, during any regular and special meetings. If any given item is finished earlier than anticipated,
the Commissioners may move on to the next item. The only exceptions to this are public hearings, which
will not begin prior to their advertised time. Agendas and amended agendas will normally be posted on
the Ouray County Website no later than 24 hours prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agendas
may also be posted at the Ouray County Courthouse, 541 …
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Sat Jun 27, 2026 · 20:45
Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners
Ouray County Commissioners to consider firearms policy for county buildings
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a new firearms policy for county buildings and the allocation of FY 2026 Forest Service payments. The board will also convene as the Board of Human Services to approve financial reports and service contracts.
- Resolution 2026-014 creating a firearms policy/regulations for county buildings
- Amendment to DOLA LPC Grant adding $145,000 for Regional Housing Services Administrator
- Appointment of Crandall Bates to the Cedar Hill Cemetary Board
- Appointment of John Clark to the Visual Impact Review Committee
- Discussion of US 550 FLAP Grant application for additional funds
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting
Ouray County 4-H Event Center - 22739 US-550, Ridgway, CO
June 23, 2026
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using the credentials below:
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1. 9:00 - Call to the Public
The “Call to the Public” agenda item is a time when the community members may
bring forth items of interest or concern that are not already on the day’s agenda. If
you would like to speak about an agenda item, please hold your comments until
that time in the meeting. The format is presentation, but the BOCC or staff may
answer straightforward questions, and the Chair may limit speaker time to 3
minutes. No formal action may be taken on topics raised in Call to the Public due to
Colorado Open Meetings Law. Any topics that require back‐and‐forth dialogue will
be referred to commissioners or staff for discussion outside the meeting or placed
on a future work session or agenda for action. Written comments can be submitted
electronically via our website.
2. 9:30 - Consent Agenda
a. Request for approval of Expenditures
i. June 2026 Housing Administrator Invoice:
3. 9:35 - General Business
a. Consideration of the appointment of Crandall Bates to the Cedar Hill Cemetary
Board to finish the term of John Hart, with a term expiration of January 31,
2029:
b. Request for approval of the following minutes: …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
9:30 - Consent Agenda
3 yea
Lynn Padgett yea · Jake Niece yea · Michelle Nauer yea
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 13:30
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
Ouray County BOCC to weigh road & bridge ballot measure, housing grants
The Ouray County Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss a potential road and bridge ballot measure and housing action plans under SB24-174. They will also hear a legislative session review from State Representative Larry Don Suckla and receive commissioner and administrative reports. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.
- Legislative session review by State Representative Larry Don Suckla (District 58)
- Discussion of SB24-174 Housing Action Plans and associated grant funding opportunities with Housing Services Administrator Eva Henson and Points Consulting
- Discussion of a request for a Road & Bridge ballot measure
- Commissioner and administrative reports
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Work Session
Ouray County 4-H Event Center - 22739 US-550, Ridgway, CO
June 23, 2026
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using the credentials below:
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1. 1:30 - Larry Don Suckla, District 58 Colorado House Representative
a. 2026 Legislative Session Review:
2. 2:30 - Commissioner/Administrative Reports
3. 3:00 - Eva Henson, Ouray County Housing Services Administrator, and
Points Consulting
a. Discussion of SB24-174 Housing Action Plans and Associated Grant Funding
Opportunities:
4. 4:00 - Ballot Measure Discussions
a. Discussion of Request for Road & Bridge Ballot Measure
Note: Work Sessions are less formal, deliberative public meetings, in which no formal action is taken, but
the Commissioners may give direction to staff and workshop items for future formal action. Written public
comment for agenda and work session items will be accepted up until 3:00PM the day before the meeting
/ work session. If any given item is finished earlier than anticipated, the Commissioners may move on to
the next item. Agendas and amended agendas will be posted on the Ouray County Website no later than
24 hours prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agendas may also be posted at the Ouray County
Courthouse, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO 81427.
Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
Fire and EMS merger discussion highlights work session
The Ouray County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss special event permits, administrative reports, and a proposed merger of fire and EMS services. No formal action will be taken, but the board may give direction on the merger, including draft staffing models, organizational concepts, and legal/financial concepts.
- Discussion on special event permit process examples at 9:00 AM
- Commissioner and administrative reports at 10:00 AM
- Fire and EMS merger discussion at 11:00 AM with EMS and County Attorney, covering draft staffing models, organizational concepts, and draft agreement
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BOCC Room, Ouray County Courthouse , Ouray
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Work Session
Ouray County Courthouse – BOCC Meeting Room, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO
June 10, 2026
Patrons may attend the meeting in-person at the location above or via Zoom
using the credentials below:
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1. 9:00 - Special Event Permits
a. Special Event Permit Process examples:
2. 10:00 - Commissioner/Administrative/Legislative Reports
3. 11:00 - Fire and EMS Merger Discussion
a. Discussion with EMS & County Attorney: Fire/EMS Authority, including draft
staffing models, draft organizational concepts, draft agreement, working group
progress, questions, and other policy, legal, and financial concepts.
Note: Work Sessions are less formal, deliberative public meetings, in which no formal action is taken, but
the Commissioners may give direction to staff and workshop items for future formal action. Written public
comment for agenda and work session items will be accepted up until 3:00PM the day before the meeting
/ work session. If any given item is finished earlier than anticipated, the Commissioners may move on to
the next item. Agendas and amended agendas will be posted on the Ouray County Website no later than
24 hours prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agendas may also be posted at the Ouray County
Courthouse, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO 81427.
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners
Ouray County considers adoption of OWTS Ordinance 2026-001
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing for the second reading and adoption of the OWTS Ordinance. The board will also convene as the Board of Health and Local Licensing Authority to review health grants and liquor permits.
- Public hearing for second reading and adoption of OWTS Ordinance 2026-001
- Resolution 2026-013 authorizing Ouray County EMS to perform fire suppression
- Special Event Permits for Mount Sneffels Foundation 10k/Half Marathon and Hardrock Hundred Endurance Race
- IGA for Colorado Opioid Abatement Council (COAC) Grant Funds and BC4U Program Agreement
- Special Events Liquor Permit for Ouray County Cattleman's Association Banquet
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BOCC Room, Ouray County Courthouse , Ouray
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting
Ouray County Courthouse – BOCC Meeting Room, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO
June 9, 2026
Patrons may attend the meeting in-person at the location above or via Zoom
using the credentials below:
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Phone Only: 1-346-248-7799
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1. 9:00 - Call to the Public
The “Call to the Public” agenda item is a time when the community members may
bring forth items of interest or concern that are not already on the day’s agenda. If
you would like to speak about an agenda item, please hold your comments until
that time in the meeting. The format is presentation, but the BOCC or staff may
answer straightforward questions, and the Chair may limit speaker time to 3
minutes. No formal action may be taken on topics raised in Call to the Public due to
Colorado Open Meetings Law. Any topics that require back‐and‐forth dialogue will
be referred to commissioners or staff for discussion outside the meeting or placed
on a future work session or agenda for action. Written comments can be submitted
electronically via our website.
2. 9:30 - Consent Agenda
a. Request for approval of Expenditures
b. Public Trustee Report May 2026
3. 9:35 - General Business
a. Request for approval and authorization of the Chair's signature on the Special
Event Permit and Agreement (SEPA) for the Mount Sneffels Foundation 10k
and Half Marathon, scheduled for August 15, 2026:
b. Reques …
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Wed May 27, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
Colorado River District presentation to Ouray County commissioners
This is a work session of the Ouray County Board of County Commissioners, where no formal votes will be taken. The main agenda item is a presentation from Cary Denison of the Colorado River District. Commissioners will also give reports and may discuss future agenda items.
- Presentation by Cary Denison, Colorado River District, at 9:00 AM
- Commissioner, administrative, and legislative reports at 9:30 AM
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Work Session
Ouray County 4-H Event Center - 22739 US-550, Ridgway, CO
May 27, 2026
Patrons may attend the meeting in-person at the location above or via Zoom
using the credentials below:
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1. 9:00 - Cary Denison, Colorado River District
2. 9:30 - Commissioner/Administrative/Legislative Reports
Note: Work Sessions are less formal, deliberative public meetings, in which no formal action is taken, but
the Commissioners may give direction to staff and workshop items for future formal action. Written public
comment for agenda and work session items will be accepted up until 3:00PM the day before the meeting
/ work session. If any given item is finished earlier than anticipated, the Commissioners may move on to
the next item. Agendas and amended agendas will be posted on the Ouray County Website no later than
24 hours prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agendas may also be posted at the Ouray County
Courthouse, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO 81427.
Tue May 26, 2026 · 13:30
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
County Commissioners discuss federal update and community health assessment
The Ouray County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to hear a federal update from Senator Hickenlooper's office and a community needs assessment update from Community Paramedic Cat Lichtenbelt. No formal actions are expected; the session is for information sharing and possible direction to staff. Public comments are accepted until the day before the meeting.
- Federal Update from Senator Hickenlooper's Office
- Community Needs Assessment Update presented by Cat Lichtenbelt, Community Paramedic
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Ouray County 4-H Event Center, Ridgway
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Work Session
Ouray County 4-H Event Center - 22739 US-550, Ridgway, CO
May 26, 2026
Patrons may attend the meeting in-person at the location above or via Zoom
using the credentials below:
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Phone Only: 1-346-248-7799
Meeting ID: 876 0637 5697
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1. 1:30 - Federal Update from Senator Hickenlooper's Office
2. 3:00 - Cat Lichtenbelt, Community Paramedic
a. Community Needs Assessment Update:
Note: Work Sessions are less formal, deliberative public meetings, in which no formal action is taken, but
the Commissioners may give direction to staff and workshop items for future formal action. Written public
comment for agenda and work session items will be accepted up until 3:00PM the day before the meeting
/ work session. If any given item is finished earlier than anticipated, the Commissioners may move on to
the next item. Agendas and amended agendas will be posted on the Ouray County Website no later than
24 hours prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agendas may also be posted at the Ouray County
Courthouse, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO 81427.
Tue May 26, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners
First reading of OWTS Ordinance for onsite wastewater treatment systems
The Board will consider a first reading of an ordinance regulating onsite wastewater treatment systems (OWTS), approve special event permits for a disc golf tournament and triathlon scheduled for June 13, amend fee schedules for the 4-H Event Center, and discuss a quote for courthouse HVAC repair. Consent agenda includes expenditures and a lease payment. They will also convene as the Human Services and Health boards.
- First reading of OWTS Ordinance 2026-001
- Special Event Permit for Flying Elk Doubles Disc Golf Tournament (June 13)
- Special Event Permit for San Juan Trail Triathlon (June 13)
- Amendment of County 4-H Event Center & Fairgrounds Fee Schedules (Resolution 2026-011)
- Service repair quote from Daikin for courthouse VRV condenser replacement
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Ouray County 4-H Event Center, Ridgway
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting
Ouray County 4-H Event Center - 22739 US-550, Ridgway, CO
May 26, 2026
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1. 9:00 - Call to the Public
The “Call to the Public” agenda item is a time when the community members may
bring forth items of interest or concern that are not already on the day’s agenda. If
you would like to speak about an agenda item, please hold your comments until
that time in the meeting. The format is presentation, but the BOCC or staff may
answer straightforward questions, and the Chair may limit speaker time to 3
minutes. No formal action may be taken on topics raised in Call to the Public due to
Colorado Open Meetings Law. Any topics that require back‐and‐forth dialogue will
be referred to commissioners or staff for discussion outside the meeting or placed
on a future work session or agenda for action. Written comments can be submitted
electronically via our website.
2. 9:30 - Consent Agenda
a. Request for approval of Expenditures
b. Public Trustee BOCC Report April 2026
c. Request for approval and authorization of the Chair's signature on the wire
transfer form for lease purchase payment 32 of 78 for the Ouray County
Courthouse:
3. 9:35 - General Business
a. Request for approval of the following minutes:
i. Fe …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
9:30 - Consent Agenda
3 yea
Lynn Padgett yea · Jake Niece yea · Michelle Nauer yea
Wed May 13, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Work Session
EMS Fee Schedule and MLECC discussed in work session
The Board of County Commissioners holds a work session to discuss the EMS Fee Schedule and the Multi-Lead Emergency Communications Center (MLECC). No formal action is taken; the session is for deliberation and staff direction.
- 9:00 – EMS Fee Schedule presentation and follow-up questions
- 11:00 – MLECC (Multi-Lead Emergency Communications Center) discussion
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BOCC Room, Ouray County Courthouse , Ouray
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Work Session
Ouray County Courthouse – BOCC Meeting Room, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO
May 13, 2026
Patrons may attend the meeting in-person at the location above or via Zoom
using the credentials below:
Join the Zoom Meeting
Phone Only: 1-346-248-7799
Meeting ID: 876 0637 5697
Passcode: 946299
1. 9:00 - EMS Fee Schedule
a. OCEMS Fee Schedule Executive Summary:
b. Powerpoint presentation:
c. Follow-Up Questions and Verifications:
2. 11:00 - MLECC
a. MLECC Packet
Note: Work Sessions are less formal, deliberative public meetings, in which no formal action is taken, but
the Commissioners may give direction to staff and workshop items for future formal action. Written public
comment for agenda and work session items will be accepted up until 3:00PM the day before the meeting
/ work session. If any given item is finished earlier than anticipated, the Commissioners may move on to
the next item. Agendas and amended agendas will be posted on the Ouray County Website no later than
24 hours prior to the commencement of the meeting. Agendas may also be posted at the Ouray County
Courthouse, 541 4th Street, Ouray, CO 81427.
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🌐 County-level context (Ouray County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities2 (2024)
Business establishments321 (1,626 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,614/mo (2025)
Adults with low literacy6.9% (low numeracy 14% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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Recorded votes
76
Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Meeting archives
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