Pitkin County public meetings in 2023

Airport Advisory Board

The Board will discuss priority items regarding ALP Support Facilities and airport parking rates. The meeting also includes updates on communications, climate action, and commercial passenger operations.

• Discussion of ALP Support Facilities
• Review of Airport Parking Rates
• Update on Communications Team
• Climate Action Letter discussion
• Commercial Passenger Update

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss real property acquisitions in Snowmass Creek and Woody Creek during an executive session. The regular meeting includes decisions on ambulance licenses, lease agreements, budget requests, and multiple master plan rezoning ordinances.

• Executive session regarding property interests in Snowmass Creek and Woody Creek areas
• Emergency Ordinance for a lease agreement with FB&F, LLC (Stubbies Sports Bar) at 123 Emma Road, Basalt
• Ordinance authorizing the purchase of 504 Lakeside Drive, Unit 504, in Basalt
• Rezoning ordinances for Brush Creek, Emma, Valleys of Capitol Creek/Lower Snowmass Creek, and Basalt Urban Growth Boundary areas
• Resolution setting initial 2024 airport rates and charges

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees is holding a special executive session to discuss potential real property acquisitions. The meeting will also cover obtaining legal advice and providing instructions to negotiators regarding interests in the Snowmass Creek and Woody Creek areas.

• Discussion of property interest in Snowmass Creek area
• Discussion of property interest in Woody Creek area
• Legal advice and negotiator instructions regarding property acquisitions

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss various county issues, including airport improvement plans and upcoming special event permits. The session includes presentations on airport procedures, landfill rates, and potential board appointments.

• Discussion of Airport Improvement Plan and Airport Layout Plan with legal counsel
• Presentation on new approach and departure procedures at Aspen Airport
• Review of X-Games Aspen 2024 Special Event Permit
• Discussion regarding Landfill Construction and Demolition Rates
• Interviews for Financial Advisory Board and Election Commission Citizen Board

Hearing Officer

The regular meeting of the Pitkin County Hearing Officer scheduled for December 19, 2023, has been canceled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Gerbaz/Oates Subdivision conceptual submission. The agenda also includes a review of a land use code text amendment for large parcel exemptions and a special meeting item regarding Redstone Castle.

• Gerbaz/Oates Subdivision conceptual submission, GMQS exemption, and TDR review
• Land Use Code Text Amendment regarding GMQS Exemption for parcels over 500 acres
• Redstone Castle Village Lodge Preservation Master Plan amendment and site plan review

Redstone HPC

The committee will discuss the final review of a detached garage and CDU at 285 Firehouse Road, as well as consider a new exterior stair at 128 Redstone Boulevard.

• Final review of detached garage & CDU at 285 Firehouse Road
• Consideration of new exterior stair at 128 Redstone Boulevard

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing for the second reading of the Fiscal Year 2024 budget and appropriation of funds. Staff presentations include updates on elk herd management, the Sam Caudill State Wildlife Area river project, and the Smuggler Mountain Superfund site.

• Public Hearing: Adoption of the Budget and Appropriation of Funds for Fiscal Year 2024
• CPW presentation on Elk Herd Management Plans
• Overview of River Project at Sam Caudill State Wildlife Area
• Smuggler Mountain Superfund Site Follow Up
• Electrification Study Report and Update

Airport Advisory Board

The task force is reviewing two new special procedures presented by Flight Tech Engineering. These include a PUFFR 1 departure procedure and an RNAV GPS P approach for stabilized descent.

• PUFFR 1 departure - Air carrier departure when LDA is OTS
• RNAV GPS P approach - GPS approach to allow for stabilized descent to existing PAPI glideslope

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing the Fiscal Year 2024 budget adoption and fourth quarter supplemental requests. The agenda also includes multiple land use items, including rezoning ordinances for various master plan areas and an emergency ordinance regarding county code violations.

• Resolution for adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget and Appropriation of Funds
• Emergency Ordinance to change County Code Violations from Class 2 Petty Offenses to Civil Infractions
• Ordinance approving the purchase of 504 Lakeside Drive, Basalt, Colorado
• Rezoning ordinances for Brush Creek, Emma, and Valleys of Capitol Creek/Lower Snowmass Creek master plan areas
• Resolution setting initial 2024 Airport Rates and Charges

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for December 5, 2023, has been canceled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss a major amendment to the Redstone Castle Village Lodge Preservation Master Plan and consider a Land Use Code Text Amendment for large parcels. The meeting also includes procedural items.

• RC Ownership LLC - First Amendment to the Redstone Castle Village Lodge Preservation (VLP) Master Plan
• Land Use Code Text Amendment - GMQS Exemption for Large Parcels

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees will meet with the BOCC for a joint executive session to discuss real property acquisitions. The meeting also includes a public comment period regarding the North Star Nature Preserve.

• Executive session regarding property interests in Snowmass Creek area
• Executive session regarding property interests in Capitol Creek area
• Executive session regarding property interests in Roaring Fork Mining District
• Executive session regarding property interests in Redstone area
• Public comment on North Star Nature Preserve Biodiversity and Visitor Use Update

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the mill levy and upcoming budget supplemental requests. The meeting also includes a joint session with Open Space & Trails regarding biodiversity at North Star Nature Preserve.

• Executive session discussion regarding property interests in Snowmass Creek, Capitol Creek, Roaring Fork Mining District, and Redstone area
• North Star Nature Preserve Biodiversity and Visitor Use Update
• Mill Levy Discussion
• 4th Quarter Budget Supplemental Requests

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss procedures for the Airport FBO operator Request for Proposals (RFP) and contract terms. The discussion includes ALP preparation with legal counsel and representatives from Ricondo and Assoc.

• Discussion of Airport FBO operator RFP procedures
• Review of contract terms
• ALP preparation discussion

Airport Advisory Board

The provided document contains only the meeting date, time, and Zoom access information. There are no specific proposals, decisions, or discussions listed in the text.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for November 21, 2023, has been canceled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision for this date.

Hearing Officer

The scheduled meeting of the Pitkin County Hearing Officer for November 21, 2023, has been canceled.

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss upcoming regular meeting items. Discussions include the 2024 Ambulance District Budget, airport rates and charges, and capital requests from LIFT UP and Mind Springs Health.

• Thompson Divide Oil & Gas Leasing discussion
• Castle Creek property interest acquisition and negotiation discussion
• 2024 Airport Rates and Charges review
• Ambulance District Budget Presentation
• Capital Requests from LIFT UP and Mind Springs Health

Healthy Rivers

The meeting includes a presentation on Winter 2023 anchor ice monitoring results and drought resiliency. The board will also discuss the US Environmental Protection Agency final report regarding the Ruby Mining District assessment and removal site evaluation.

• Winter 2023 Anchor Ice Monitoring Results and Drought Resiliency presentation
• Discussion of US EPA Final Report on Ruby Mining District Preliminary Assessment and Removal Site Evaluation

Airport Advisory Board

The Board will review options for Terminal and Landside Alternatives and receive an update on 2024 pavement maintenance. The meeting also includes updates on communications, subcommittee progress, and commercial passenger status.

• Terminal and Landside Alternatives discussion
• 2024 Pavement Maintenance Update
• Commercial Passenger Update
• AAB Terms/Appointments review

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several ordinances regarding land use code text amendments and rezoning for multiple master plan areas. The meeting also includes discussions on an emergency outreach agreement and a conservation easement purchase.

• Emergency resolution authorizing a Snap Outreach Agreement between Hunger Free Colorado and Pitkin County Human Services
• Emergency ordinance to reclassify certain petty offenses as infractions
• Ordinance for an encroachment license from Roaring Fork Transit Agency for the Aspen Village/Gerbazdale Pedestrian Bridge
• Ordinance authorizing the purchase of a conservation easement from Aspen Valley Land Trust for the Back 80 Parcel
• Land use text amendments establishing new overlay zones and a 9,250 square foot maximum floor area limitation county-wide

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss upcoming regular meeting items. The session focuses on budget presentations for the Prosperous Economy and the District Attorney.

• Prosperous Economy Budget Presentation
• District Attorney 2024 Budget Presentation

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review upcoming regular meeting items. Discussions include CORE budget requests, Healthy Community Fund grant recommendations, and budget presentations for the Flourishing Natural and Built Environment.

• CORE Budget Request discussion
• Healthy Community Fund Grant Review Committee Recommendations
• Flourishing Natural and Built Environment Budget Presentation
• Healthy Rivers Grant to Eco-Flight presentation
• Executive session discussion regarding Rock Creek litigation update

Telecommunications Advisory Board

The Pitkin County Telecommunications Advisory Board is holding a special meeting to discuss broadband focus and funding. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the October 11, 2023, regular meeting.

• Approval of October 11, 2023, regular meeting minutes
• Special discussion regarding future broadband focus and funding

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for November 7, 2023, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. No land use actions were taken during this session.

Board of Adjustment

The scheduled meeting of the Pitkin County Board of Adjustment for November 7, 2023, has been canceled.

Open Space & Trails

The Board will discuss the 2023 Redstone Parks and Open Space Management Plan Update and review the Aspen Solar Project referral. A joint session with the City of Aspen Open Space Board will also analyze the Brush Creek Park and Ride to Aspen Airport Business Center Trail.

• 2023 Redstone Parks and Open Legacy Management Plan Update
• Aspen Solar Project Referral review
• Brush Creek Park and Ride to Aspen Airport Business Center Trail engagement analysis
• Executive session regarding property acquisitions in Snowmass Creek, Capitol Creek, and Crystal Creek areas

Airport Advisory Board

The task force will conduct its tenth meeting to review recent developments and discuss the action plan. The agenda includes member comments and a period for public comments.

• Review of recent developments
• Discussion of action plan

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several land use actions, including a gravel permit review and conservation parcel approvals. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding a Climate Action Plan grant and a Colorado River Valley environmental impact study.

• Grant agreement with State of Colorado Department of Local Affairs for a Climate Action Plan
• Purchase of a conservation easement from Aspen Valley Land Trust for the Back 80 Parcel
• Amendment to Pitkin County Code Title 8 regarding GMQS exemption for large lots
• Elam/Vagneur Gravel Permit Annual Review 2022
• Special Review Approval for Nichols Family Trust Jakeman Creek Property

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session including a site visit at the Redstone Castle location. This meeting is intended for discussion and does not include official action.

• Redstone Castle Site Visit

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several ordinances regarding land use code updates, including new overlay zones for Brush Creek, Emma, and Basalt. The meeting also includes discussions on financial reports, tax revenue distribution, and an electric vehicle grant.

• Adopting text amendments to the 2006 Pitkin County Land Use Code
• Implementing a 9,250 square foot final maximum floor area limitation county-wide
• Rezoning lands within Brush Creek, Emma, and Valleys of Capitol Creek/Lower Snowmass Creek Master Plan Areas
• Approving acceptance of a Colorado State electric vehicle grant award
• Amending the interorganizational agreement between BOCC, Aspen Valley Hospital District, Mountain Family Health Center, and Eagle County

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss upcoming budget presentations. The session includes a multi-part presentation on the Flourishing Natural and Built Environment budget and a discussion on Exterior Energy Budget and Electric Ready Provisions.

• Flourishing Natural and Built Environment Budget Presentation
• Exterior Energy Budget and Electric Ready Provisions discussion

Airport Advisory Board

The Board will review subcommittee updates regarding flight operations, noise, and terminal design. The meeting includes discussions on the budget, SAF feasibility study, and updates to ALP and Terminal definitions.

• Budget discussion
• SAF Feasibility Study update
• ALP and Terminal Definitions Update
• Subcommittee updates on FlightOps Safety, Noise, Criteria Pollutants, Terminal Design, and Intermodal Transportation
• Commercial Passenger update

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers Board will conduct second reviews of grant requests from East Mesa Ditch Water Company and EcoFlight. The meeting also includes a staff report and an open discussion regarding a Writers on the Range article.

• Second review of East Mesa Ditch Grant Request
• Second review of EcoFlight Grant Application for protecting the Crystal River
• Healthy Rivers Staff Report

Senior Services

The agenda contains only procedural reports from the Secretary, Chairperson, and Manager. No specific new business or decisions are listed for this meeting.

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss upcoming budget presentations for the Livable and Supportive Community and APCHA. The session also includes an executive session regarding Rock Creek Association litigation and a presentation on the 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

• Rock Creek Association litigation discussion in executive session
• Livable and Supportive Community Budget Presentation
• APCHA Budget Presentation
• Healthy Rivers & Streams Citizen Board interview
• Review of 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)

Hearing Officer

The regular meeting of the Pitkin County Hearing Officer scheduled for October 17, 2023, was canceled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing resolutions to amend the Pitkin County Comprehensive Plan and the 2006 Land Use Code. The commission will also consider recommendations for several new overlay zone districts and a county-wide floor area limitation.

• Adoption of amendments to the 2003 Pitkin County Comprehensive Plan
• Creation of four new overlay zones: BC-O, E-O, VCLS-O, and BUGB-O
• Establishment of Basalt and Aspen Urban Growth Boundary maps
• Implementation of a 9,250 square foot maximum floor area limitation county-wide
• Rezoning of all lands within specific Master Plan Areas to new overlay districts

Open Space & Trails

The board will review the Open Space and Trails 2024 Budget. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss property acquisitions in the Snowmass Creek, Capitol Creek, and Crystal Creek areas.

• Review of Open Space and Trails 2024 Budget
• Discussion of real property acquisitions in Snowmass Creek area
• Discussion of real property acquisitions in Capitol Creek area
• Discussion of real property acquisitions in Crystal Creek area

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review a budget recommendation for the Board of County Commissioners. The meeting also includes updates on school-based clinicians, immunization dashboards, and respiratory disease.

• Budget recommendation to BOCC
• Aspen Hope Center School Based Clinicians presentation
• Immunization Dashboard and Respiratory Disease update
• Communication Plan & Prioritization of Topics discussion
• Proposed 2024 Meeting Schedule

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several resolutions and ordinances, including municipal sales tax distribution for 2024 and an electric vehicle grant. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the Clavel Homestead historic designation.

• Resolution establishing the 2024 formula for distributing municipal shares of county sales tax revenue
• Ordinance approving an amended trail easement agreement with WJWJ Ranch Holdings, LLC
• Resolution approving acceptance of a Colorado State electric vehicle grant award
• Emergency ordinance to extend the lease and use agreement with Trajen Fflight Support LP (Atlantic Aviation)
• Public hearing for Clavel Homestead historic register designation and 153 LLC site plan amendment

Airport Advisory Board

The board will receive updates regarding the Airport Advisory Board, the ALP process, and the Atlantic Extension. The agenda also includes discussions on board working agreements and meeting options.

• Airport Advisory Board update
• ALP process update
• Atlantic Extension update

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review two cases involving property setbacks and height variances. The first case involves a garage setback request, while the second concerns fire suppression tank installation.

• Case 08-2023: Request for a 13’ Front Yard Setback Variance at 148 Tabula Rasa Lane
• Case 09-2023: Request for Height, Arterial Highway, and Front Yard setback variances at 50 Distillers Way

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the proposed 2024 budget and receive updates on the APCHA work plan. The session also includes presentations regarding Healthy Rivers Programs and an interview for the Election Commission Citizen Board.

• Proposed 2024 Budget presentation
• APCHA Work Plan and Updates presentation
• Healthy Rivers Programs: Marble Charter School Project presentation
• Blaine Kirk / Election Commission Citizen Board Interview

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss various legal issues in executive session and review several staff and community presentations. Topics include wildlife crossings, solid waste diversion programs, and regional housing updates.

• Executive session discussion regarding Rock Creek Road Assoc. litigation
• Executive session discussion regarding Airport contract compliance
• Executive session discussion regarding Pride of Aspen conservation easement
• Executive session discussion regarding Altira settlement
• Presentation on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) spending strategy

Board of Adjustment

The scheduled meeting of the Pitkin County Board of Adjustment for October 3, 2023, has been canceled.

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several items including third quarter budget supplemental requests and a housing lease for the Deer Creek Property. The meeting also includes an emergency resolution regarding the County's Core Services Plan.

• Third Quarter Budget Supplemental Requests
• Open Space and Trails Housing Lease for 2555 Lower River Road, Snowmass
• Grant Agreement for ARPA funding for security improvements at Health and Human Services Building
• Memorandum of Understanding with US Forest Service regarding Thompson Divide Withdrawal
• Special Event Liquor License application for Aspen Flight Academy

BOCC Work Session

The Board will discuss the Pitkin County Short Term Rental Code and the implementation steps for Community Growth Advisory Committee recommendations. The session also includes an executive session regarding a Board of Equalization dispute.

• Review of Pitkin County Short Term Rental Code - Section 6-50
• Implementation of Community Growth Advisory Committee Recommendations
• Executive session discussion regarding Board of Equalization Dispute

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is considering a variance request from Kevin Cordova. The applicant seeks to increase the height of an existing nonconforming structure by 3 feet, 2 inches within the 100-foot Highway 82 setback.

• Case 07-2023: Variance for height increase at 35 Mountain Shadow Way

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board Intermodal Transportation Subcommittee is holding its first meeting. The agenda contains only procedural information regarding the meeting time and location.

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will review updates on the 2024 budget, pavement study results, and communications team progress. The meeting also includes discussions regarding grant assurances, slot reservation systems, and a policy discussion on SAF feasibility.

• 2024 Budget discussion
• Pavement Study Results update
• Policy Discussion on SAF Feasibility Study
• Commercial Passenger Update
• Slot Reservation System Update

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers Board will review an EcoFlight grant application regarding the Crystal River. The meeting also includes discussions on a speaker series, the Community Reads Initiative, and the Healthy Rivers budget.

• EcoFlight Grant Application for protecting the Crystal River
• East Mesa Ditch presentation by Richard McIntyre
• Healthy Rivers Budget review
• Speaker Series discussion
• Community Reads Initiative discussion

Senior Services

The Senior Services Council meeting scheduled for September 20, 2023, was canceled by a vote of the council. No business was discussed.

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a work session focused on budget priorities and various community updates. The meeting includes presentations regarding the Snowmass/Capitol Master Plan, the RESPONSE Shelter Project, and supportive housing.

• Budget Priorities discussion
• Update on P&Z Adoption and Certification of the Snowmass/Capitol Master Plan
• RESPONSE Shelter Project update
• Supportive and Transitional Housing update
• Joint Meeting with City of Aspen

Hearing Officer

The Pitkin County Hearing Officer regular meeting scheduled for September 19, 2023, has been canceled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for September 19, 2023, has been canceled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision for this date.

Airport Advisory Board

The ninth meeting of the task force will review the implementation status of safety recommendations. The group will also discuss the current action plan.

• Safety recommendation implementation status review
• Action plan discussion

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several resolutions regarding grant applications, civil rights plans, and budget supplements. The meeting also includes public hearings for land use reviews and proposed amendments to the Land Use Code.

• Resolution authorizing State Historic Fund Grant Application for Glassier House exterior work
• Emergency Resolution approving Pitkin County's 2023-2024 Core Services Plan
• Grant agreement for ARPA funding for security improvements at the Health and Human Services Building
• Ordinance authorizing an Open Space and Trails housing lease for Deer Creek Property at 2555 Lower River Road
• Amendments to Land Use Code Chapters 6, 3, and 2 regarding GMQS and TDR regulations

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss Proposition 123 housing funding and Proposition HH. The meeting also includes reviews of third quarter budget supplemental requests and upcoming regular meeting items.

• Proposition 123 - Housing Funding presentation
• 3rd Quarter Budget Supplemental Requests review
• Proposition HH presentation
• Healthy Rivers & Streams Citizen Board Renewal Interview

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board approved an amendment to the Emma Farms trail easement and accepted a mining claim donation. The Board also provided support for a letter to the State of Colorado regarding 'Outstanding Waters' designations for several local streams.

• Approved amendment to Emma Farms Trail Easement (4-0)
• Accepted Wyoming USMS 4190 Mining Claim donation (3-0)
• Approved 08/03/2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Supported drafting a letter to State of Colorado Water Quality Control Division for Outstanding Waters designations
• Tabled $250k funding request for Mount Sopris Nordic Council capital improvements until October budget review

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss real property acquisitions in the Snowmass Creek, Capitol Creek, and Castle Creek areas. The meeting also includes presentations on grant funding roadmaps, state contracts, and financial empowerment programs.

• Executive session regarding property interests in Snowmass Creek, Capitol Creek, and Castle Creek areas
• Colorado River Basin Outstanding Waters Coalition presentation
• State Historic Fund Grant Approval for Glassier Farmstead House and Outbuildings
• Grant Consultant and Funding Roadmap Overview
• CDPHE Master Task Order Contract discussion

Planning & Zoning Commission

The scheduled meeting for September 5, 2023, was canceled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision for this date.

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several resolutions regarding regional service agreements and a $340,898 aviation grant. The meeting also includes public hearings for land use items and an ordinance for a conservation easement.

• $340,898 aviation grant for pavement rehabilitation at AspenPitkin County Airport/Sardy Field
• Intergovernmental Agreement for detoxification and withdrawal management services
• Intergovernmental Agreement to support the Emergency Overnight Shelter at Schultz Building
• Ordinance for acquisition of a conservation easement on the Colorado Outward Bound Parcel
• Land use public hearing regarding a site plan review for Jennifer O Styslinger

BOCC Work Session

The Board will hold a work session to discuss various county issues and staff presentations. The session includes an executive session regarding mobile home park acquisition and updates from the Board of Social Services.

• Executive session discussion regarding Phillips Mobile Home Park acquisition
• Board of Social Services (BOSS) 2nd Quarter Update
• Stotts Mill Child Care Request presentation
• Runway Pavement Condition Testing Results presentation

Pitkin County CFPS Review

The Pitkin County Child Fatality Prevention System (CFPS) committee met to conduct case reviews. The meeting included a session in executive session to review material protected by mandatory nondisclosure provisions.

• Case Review conducted in Executive Session per CRS 24-6-402(4)(g)

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board discussed the impact of FAA non-compliance on accessing nearly $100 million in grant money. Members also reviewed subcommittee updates regarding safety, noise, and terminal design research.

• Discussion regarding nearly $100 million in unavailable grant money due to non-compliance
• Unanimous vote to accept the name 'Fly with Integrity'
• Update on runway pavement conditions and deflectometer testing
• Review of terminal design research and potential for green building standards
• Discussion of curfew violation fines, estimated at $1500

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers board will review the program budget and receive a staff report. The meeting also includes a grant request from Marble Charter School regarding the Integrated River Program.

• Marble Charter School grant request for the Integrated River Program
• Healthy Rivers budget review
• Healthy Rivers staff report
• Approval of April 20, 2023 and July 20, 2023 meeting minutes

Senior Services

The Senior Services Council will hold a meeting to review reports from the Secretary, Chairperson, and Manager. The agenda contains no specific items listed under old or new business.

BOCC Work Session

The Pitkin County Board of Commissioners will review upcoming regular meeting agendas and hear staff presentations. The session includes updates from various departments and board memberships, followed by open discussion.

• Review of Future Agenda Calendars
• Airport Advisory Board Q&A with Jennifer Holmgren
• Department Updates and Board Membership Reports

Hearing Officer

The regular meeting of the Pitkin County Hearing Officer scheduled for August 15, 2023, has been canceled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for August 15, 2023, was canceled. The agenda only lists upcoming meeting dates and a resolution for a special meeting on August 22.

• August 22 Special Meeting: Resolution recommending an ordinance amendment to Title 8 of the Pitkin County Code regarding GMQS Exemption for Large Lots (500+ Acre Parcels)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will decide on the approval of Environmental Health Fees and discuss various health-related topics including mental health access programs and respiratory disease updates.

• Approval of Environmental Health Fees

Airport Advisory Board

The task force is meeting to provide updates on the implementation of safety recommendations and discuss an action plan. The agenda also includes reports regarding recent Board of County Commissioners hearings.

• Update on status of safety recommendations
• Discussion of implementation of safety recommendations
• Review of action plan
• Reports on BOCC hearings from 7/26/23 and 8/09/23

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several resolutions regarding regional healthcare and shelter agreements. The meeting also includes first and second readings for various ordinances and land use actions.

• Intergovernmental Agreement for detoxification and withdrawal management services
• Intergovernmental Agreement to support emergency winter overnight shelter at Schultz Building
• Purchase of a conservation easement from Aspen Valley Land Trust for Colorado Outward Bound Property
• Contract with Colorado Department of Human Services for Work Number services
• Amendments to Land Use Code regarding GMQS and TDR regulations

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss various community issues and staff presentations. The meeting includes discussions on potential open space acquisitions and updates on regional recreation management.

• Discussion regarding CRVFO/GJFO Draft SEIS with counsel
• Potential Old Snowmass Open Space acquisition discussion
• Maroon Bells Comprehensive Recreation Management Plan presentation
• AABC Integrated Microgrid Update
• Recreation planning for a bike lane to Maroon Creek Road

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees is reviewing the draft 2023 Redstone Parks and Open Space Management Plan Update. The board will also meet in executive session to discuss real property acquisitions in the Snowmass Creek and Capitol Creek areas.

• Draft 2023 Redstone Parks and Open Space Management Plan Update
• Executive session regarding property interests in Snowmass Creek area
• Executive session regarding property interests in Capitol Creek area
• Review of July 6, 2023, OSTB Regular and Executive Draft Minutes

The Open Space and Trails Board approved the installation of a memorial plaque for Kathy Gibson on the Maroon Creek Bridge. The board also recommended releasing the draft 2023 Redstone Parks and Open Space Management Plan for public comment.

• Approved Gibson memorial plaque on Maroon Creek Bridge (4-0)
• Approved 07/06/2023 Regular and Executive Session Draft Minutes (5-0)
• Recommended release of draft Redstone Parks and Open Space Management Plan for public comment

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss upcoming items for future official action. Topics include the Pitkin County Property Tax Relief Program, APCHA Citizen Board renewals, and proposed fee changes for the Environmental Health Department.

• Pitkin County Property Tax Relief Program presentation
• APCHA Citizen Board Renewal Interview for Carson Schmitz
• Preparation for Town of Snowmass Village Joint Meeting
• Recommendation of fee changes for the Environmental Health Department

Planning & Zoning Commission

The August 1, 2023, meeting agenda consists of a single public hearing regarding an addendum to the 2003 Overview of the Pitkin County Comprehensive Plan. This item has been tabled until a date uncertain.

• Addendum to the 2003 Overview of the Pitkin County Comprehensive Plan (tabled)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for August 1, 2023, has been canceled.

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider an emergency ordinance regarding fire and firework bans. The meeting also includes discussions on grant applications for climate resilience and a second reading for short-term rental code amendments.

• Emergency Ordinance authorizing the Sheriff to impose or rescind bans on open fires and fireworks
• Aviation grant of $340,898 for pavement rehabilitation at Aspen/Sardy Field
• Second reading of ordinance amending Short Term Rental Code for Redstone Village Commercial Zone
• Grant application for electrifying the Pitkin County Library and Health and Human Services Building
• Amended Trail Easement between the Board and Crystal Basin Holdings, LLD

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss potential interest in acquiring the Snowmass Creek property during an executive session. The meeting also includes reviews of future meeting calendars, department updates, and a presentation on a Public Satisfaction Survey.

• Executive session discussion regarding Snowmass Creek property interest acquisition
• Review of future agenda calendars for work sessions and regular meetings
• Department updates and board membership reports from various commissioners
• Public Satisfaction Survey presentation by Marci Suazo

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees met to conduct an executive session. The discussion focused on the potential acquisition of real property regarding interest in Snowmass Creek.

• Executive session regarding Snowmass Creek property interest acquisition

The Open Space and Trails Board and Board of County Commissioners met in a joint executive session. The session was held to discuss the acquisition of the Snowmass Creek property interest, obtain legal advice, and provide instructions to negotiators.

• Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss Snowmass Creek property acquisition (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is considering amendments to Chapters 6 and 3 of the Land Use Code. The proposal involves changing GMQS and TDR regulations regarding residential applications and development.

• Amendments to Chapters 6 and 3 of the Land Use Code
• Allowing multiple-year residential applications under GMQS
• Using TDRs for new lot residential development and existing residential additions

Airport Advisory Board

The board approved initial safety task force recommendations and discussed noise complaints, emissions monitoring, and terminal design updates. The meeting also included subcommittee updates on flight operations safety, noise issues, criteria pollutants, and terminal design.

• Approved the ASE FlightOps Safety Task Force report and recommendations
• Jacobsen/Daniels ALP Project Update Presentation
• Jacobsen/Daniels Terminal Project Definitions/Schedule
• Pavement Repairs Presentation

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers board will review a grant request from Marble Charter School and discuss the SWA/Ironbridge improved river access concept plan. The meeting also includes a proposal for 2024 water sampling at Lincoln Creek and Grizzly Reservoir.

• Marble Charter School Grant Request
• SWA/Ironbridge Improved River Access Concept Plan
• Lincoln Creek/Grizzly Reservoir Water Sampling 2024 Proposal
• Beavers Campaign communications update

Senior Services

The Senior Services Council will hold a meeting to review reports from the Secretary, Chairperson, and Manager. No specific new business or decisions are listed on the agenda.

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a joint work session with the City of Aspen to discuss various issues. Topics for discussion include affordable housing, County GMQS, and expiring deed restrictions.

• Affordable Housing discussion
• County GMQS discussion
• Expiring Deed Restrictions discussion

Hearing Officer

The regular meeting of the Pitkin County Hearing Officer scheduled for July 18, 2023, has been canceled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for July 18, 2023, has been canceled. The next scheduled sessions include a special meeting on July 25 and a regular meeting on August 1.

• July 25 Special Meeting: Land Use Code Amendments
• August 1 Meeting: Addendum to the 2003 Overview of the Pitkin County Comprehensive Plan

BOCC Regular Meeting

The FlightOps Safety Task Force meets to discuss and plan the implementation of safety recommendations.

• Discussion on status and implementation of safety recommendations

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several ordinances and resolutions, including updates to the Redstone Village short-term rental code and new tobacco retail licensing requirements. The meeting also includes discussions on aviation grants and land use amendments.

• First reading of ordinance amending Pitkin County Short Term Rental Code for Redstone Village
• Ordinance requiring retailers selling tobacco products to obtain a license
• Resolutions accepting FAA Grants 65 and 66, and amending Federal Aviation Grant 57
• Resolution approving Master Plan amendment for Castle Creek Campus mobile library
• Public hearing for Turnabout Ranch LLC PUD and Plat Amendments

Telecommunications Advisory Board

The board will meet via Zoom to approve minutes from the April 12, 2023, regular meeting. The agenda includes an update on the Public Radio MOU and an engineering report.

• Approval of April 12, 2023, meeting minutes
• Public Radio MOU update
• Engineering report

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the implications of HB23-1255 on the Land Use Code and review RFP procedures for an Airport FBO operator. The meeting also includes staff presentations regarding flight safety, housing programs, and coroner updates.

• Discussion of HB23-1255 implications for Land Use Code administration
• Review of Airport FBO operator RFP procedures and contract terms
• FlightOps Safety Recommendations presentation
• Housing Program Updates presentation
• Preparation for July 18, 2023, Joint Meeting with the City of Aspen

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission regular meeting scheduled for July 11, 2023, was canceled. No items were discussed during this session.

Board of Adjustment

The scheduled meeting of the Board of Adjustment on July 11, 2023, has been canceled.

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space & Trails Board of Trustees will discuss operations and capital improvements for the Mount Sopris Nordic Council. The meeting also includes discussions on open space management categories and correction deeds for Capitol Creek Ranch and 2 Mile Ranch.

• Mount Sopris Nordic Council operations and capital improvements
• Fee Simple Open Space Management Categories and Planning Timeline
• Conservation Easement Correction Deeds for Capitol Creek Ranch and 2 Mile Ranch
• Executive session regarding property acquisitions in Crystal River Valley, Capitol Creek, Snowmass Creek, and near Lenado

The Board approved the June 6, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed increasing annual funding for the Mount Sopris Nordic Council to $25,000 and reviewed proposed new management categories for fee simple open spaces, including riparian and greenway parcels.

• Approved 06/06/2023 OSTB & BOCC Regular and Executive Session Draft Minutes (5-0)

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several resolutions regarding FAA grants and an emergency ordinance for the Sheriff to manage fire and fireworks bans. The meeting also includes discussions on budget supplements, redistricting boundaries, and land use reviews.

• Emergency Ordinance authorizing the Sheriff to impose or rescind bans on open fires and fireworks
• Resolutions to accept FAA Grants 65 and 66 and amend Federal Aviation Grant 57
• Ordinance requiring tobacco retailers to obtain a Tobacco Product Retail License
• Resolution approving Second Quarter Budget Supplemental Requests
• Ordinance regarding an air space easement for the Gerbaz Way Pedestrian Bridge Project

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss various issues without taking official action. The agenda includes an executive session regarding APCHA housing deed restrictions and litigation, as well as a presentation on aviation demand.

• Discussion of APCHA employee housing deed restriction expirations
• Discussion of Employee Equity Share housing program
• Discussion of Wright v. BOCC, et al. litigation
• Aviation Demand Forecast presentation
• Preparation for the June 29 Elected Officials Transportation Committee meeting

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss various issues without taking official action. Topics include airport operator RFP procedures, brokerage negotiations, and presentations regarding transitional housing and CORE REMP fees.

• Discussion of Airport FBO operator RFP procedures and contract terms
• Brokerage Agreement Negotiations with Sally Shiekman
• Phillips Property Trailer Replacement Request
• Transitional Housing Capital Campaign presentation for domestic violence and sexual assault survivors
• Presentation on CORE REMP fees

Hearing Officer

The scheduled meeting of the Pitkin County Hearing Officer for June 20, 2023, has been canceled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pitkin County Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for June 20, 2023, was canceled. No items were listed for discussion during this session.

Airport Advisory Board

The Board will discuss safety task force recommendations for advancement to the Board of County Commissioners. The meeting also includes updates on airport projects and a vote regarding FAA noise policy comments.

• Vote to approve FAA Noise Policy Review Comment letter
• Vote on Safety Task Force recommendations to advance to BoCC
• Jacobsen/Daniels ALP Project update
• Jacobsen/Daniels Terminal Project definitions
• 2023 Pavement Repairs

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several items including amendments to the Short Term Rental Code and second-quarter budget supplemental requests. The meeting also includes public hearings for liquor permits, land use plat reviews, and various conservation easements.

• Amending Short Term Rental Code to exclude rentals in Rural and Remote Zone District
• Approving Second Quarter Budget Supplemental Requests
• Accepting a Right of Way Grant from BLM for Aspen Village/Gerbaz Pedestrian Bridge
• Approving an Electric Vehicle Grant awarded by the State of Colorado
• Amending Pitkin County Code regarding Road and Easement Vacations

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the Community Growth Advisory Committee Recommendation. The meeting also includes reviews of second quarter budget supplemental requests and upcoming regular meeting items.

• Discussion of Community Growth Advisory Committee Recommendation
• Review of 2nd Quarter Budget Supplemental Requests
• Discussion regarding HB23-1255 implications for County Land Use Code
• Presentation on Temporary Seating Expansion
• Redstone STR Follow Up

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a work session to discuss the recommendation from the Community Growth Advisory Committee. The commission is also scheduled to attend the Board of County Commissioners Retreat.

• Discussion of Community Growth Advisory Committee Recommendation

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space & Trails Board of Trustees will discuss and take action on property acquisitions in several areas, including the Crystal River Valley and Snowmass Creek. The board will also review a food facility feasibility study for Emma Store Buildings.

• Property acquisition discussions in multiple locations
• Food Facility Feasibility Study for Emma Store Buildings

The Open Space and Trails Board recommended that the Board of County Commissioners accept a donation of the Emma Schoolhouse from the Emma Community Trust. The board also reviewed a feasibility study regarding the use of Emma Store Buildings as a regional food hub.

• Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended BOCC accept donation of Emma Schoolhouse from Emma Community Trust (5-0)
• Approved entry into executive session for property acquisition and legal advice (5-0)

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss various county issues and upcoming meeting items. The session includes an executive session regarding property acquisitions and joint meetings with Open Space & Trails and the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Executive session for property interest acquisitions in Crystal River Valley, Redstone, Snowmass Creek, Capitol Creek, Rio Grande Trail corridor, and Prince Creek
• Emma Store Buildings Food Facility Feasibility Study discussion
• Brush Creek Park and Ride to AABC / Aspen Trail public process discussion
• Smuggler Mountain Superfund Soil Disposal Fee followup
• Employee Housing Impact Fee Update

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners and Planning & Zoning Commission will hear a presentation of the final recommendations from the Community Growth Advisory Committee. The session includes a question and answer period with the committee and an overview of next steps from staff.

• Presentation of Final Recommendations: Community Growth Advisory Committee

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is considering a request from the William C. Dolan Rev. Trust regarding property setbacks. The applicant seeks relief from specific front and side yard setback requirements to allow for a garage addition.

• Case 05-2023: Request for a 29’6” Front Yard Setback Variance (30’ required)
• Case 05-2023: Request for a 3’ Side Yard Setback Variance (10’ required)
• Proposed garage addition at 116 West Lupine Drive, Aspen

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several ordinances regarding conservation easements and road easements. The meeting also includes discussions on grant agreements for health plans and homeless initiatives.

• Grant agreement with Rocky Mountain Health Plans for $250,000
• Grant agreement with Rocky Mountain Health Plans for $10,000
• Review of Commissioner District Boundaries by the Redistricting Commission
• Conservation easement approvals for Lot 6, Aspen River Valley Ranch
• Contract with Colorado Department of Human Services for jail-based behavioral services

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss legal strategies regarding Crystal River Wild & Scenic and the Thompson Divide Withdrawal. The meeting also includes staff presentations on ballot question polling, health and human services building recommendations, and grant applications.

• Executive session discussion regarding Crystal River Wild & Scenic negotiations
• Executive session discussion regarding Thompson Divide Withdrawal
• Ballot Question Polling Update presentation
• Schultz Health and Human Services Building follow-up and recommendations
• Healthy Rivers Grant Applications from Ruedi Water and Power Authority, Roaring Fork Conservancy, Wilderness Workshop, and Co Riparian Association

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pitkin County Planning & Zoning Commission will review proposed land use code amendments. The discussion includes changes to Title 8, Section 2-30-30(h)(7) regarding road and easement vacations and Section 6-30-70 regarding GMQS exemptions for parcels over 500 acres.

• Land Use Code Amendments: Road and Easement Vacations
• Land Use Code Amendments: GMQS Exemption for Large Lots (500+ Acre Parcels)

Airport Advisory Board

The board will review a Forecast/Fleet Mix Report and vote on direction for staff. The meeting also includes updates from several subcommittees regarding flight operations, noise, pollutants, and terminal design.

• Forecast/Fleet Mix Report discussion and vote
• FlightOps Safety Task Force update
• Noise Subcommittee update
• Criteria Pollutants Subcommittee update
• Terminal Design Subcommittee update

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers Board will meet to conduct administrative business and hear staff reports. The agenda includes an election of the Board Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Healthy Rivers Staff Report

Senior Services

The Senior Services Council will hold its meeting on May 17, 2023. The agenda includes reports from the Secretary, Chairperson, and Manager, but contains no specific discussion items or proposals.

Community Growth Advisory Committee

The Community Growth Advisory Committee is reviewing its final draft report regarding land use, building codes, and energy standards. The committee's work focuses on meeting 2050 climate goals through residential sector management and development standards.

• Review and approval of the Final Draft Report
• Discussion of maximum home size thresholds (previously discussed as a 9,750 square foot cap)
• Recommendations for updated TDR programs
• Timeline for Board of County Commissioners adoption

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss HB23-1255 implications for the Land Use Code and potential Open Space acquisitions. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding Board of County Commissioners district boundaries.

• Discussion of HB23-1255 and its implications for the County Land Use Code
• Open Space acquisition discussion
• Board of Social Services 1st Quarter Update
• Childcare Support Programs presentation
• Public hearing on Board of County Commissioners district boundaries

Hearing Officer

The Hearing Officer will review the activity envelope and site plan for Tower 14 Lety Lane LLC. The discussion includes a GMQS exemption for a TDR Receiver Site.

• Tower 14 Lety Lane LLC Activity Envelope and Site Plan Review
• GMQS Exemption for a TDR Receiver Site

Planning & Zoning Commission

The scheduled meeting for May 16, 2023, has been canceled. The Castle Creek Master Plan public hearing was previously tabled and will be rescheduled for a later date.

• Castle Creek Master Plan: Tabled and to be rescheduled

Healthy Rivers

This special meeting features a presentation by April Long, Executive Director for Ruedi Water and Power Authority, regarding the Roaring Fork Watershed. The event is scheduled for 8:30 AM in Carbondale.

• Roaring Fork Watershed Summit presentation by April Long

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of Health is conducting an annual retreat to review board roles, duties, and working agreements. The agenda includes a review of the Public Health Implementation Plan (PHIP) and a staffing structure update.

• Review and approve PHIP
• Discuss department structure and rightsizing
• Board elections discussion

Airport Advisory Board

The Aspen/Pitkin County FlightOps Safety Task Force is meeting to discuss the process and timeline for safety recommendations. The board will also hold discussions and a vote to finalize the task force's recommendations.

• Discussion of safety recommendations process and timeline
• Vote on finalizing task force recommendations

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review multiple grant agreements, including funding for Rocky Mountain Health Plans and the PACT program. The agenda also includes first readings for various ordinances regarding easements, road dedications, and short-term rental code amendments.

• $250,000 grant agreement with Rocky Mountain Health Plans
• $10,000 grant agreement with Rocky Mountain Health Plans
• Grant agreement with CDHS for the Homeless Initiatives Grant
• Ordinance to amend Short Term Rental Code regarding Rural and Remote Zone District
• Purchase of 608 Lakeside Drive, Basalt, Colorado

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss legal matters in executive session and receive staff presentations. The meeting includes updates on the investment portfolio, commissioner district boundaries, and interviews for Planning & Zoning positions.

• Executive session discussion regarding Wright v. BOCC, et al.
• Executive session discussion regarding Centennial Owners Associations v. APCHA, et al.
• Executive session discussion regarding Sunfire Ranch Condemnation Litigation
• Legal advice regarding Land Use Code Text Amendment - vacating public roads
• Legal advice regarding Land Use Code Text Amendment - 500 acre GMQS Exemption

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees will discuss temporary agriculture housing and an addendum to the North Star Nature Preserve Management Plan. The board will also hold an executive session regarding property acquisitions in the Crystal River Valley, Capitol Creek, Snowmass Creek, and Redstone areas.

• Temporary Agriculture Housing discussion
• 2023 Addendum to the North Star Nature Preserve Management Plan
• Executive session for property acquisitions in Crystal River Valley, Capitol Creek, Snowmass Creek, and Redstone

The Open Space and Trails Board voted 5-0 to recommend the North Star Nature Preserve Management Plan 2023 Addendum to the Board of County Commissioners, with added language to work with the Forest Service on capacity management recommendations before 2024 commercial permits. The board also approved seasonal farm worker housing at Two Roots Farm (5-0).

• Approved North Star Nature Preserve Management Plan 2023 Addendum recommendation to BOCC (5-0)
• Approved Emma Schoolhouse Lease Seasonal Farm Worker Housing proposal by Two Roots Farm (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 04/06/2023 regular and executive session (5-0)

Community Growth Advisory Committee

The Community Growth Advisory Committee working group is meeting to discuss recommendations regarding affordable housing. The agenda is limited to this single discussion topic.

• Discussion of affordable housing recommendations

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the calculation of future property taxes following recent valuations. The session also includes a debriefing regarding a school incident and interviews for Election Commission and APCHA Board positions.

• Discussion on calculation of future property taxes
• School incident debriefing
• Election Commission interview: Denise Hoogland
• Election Commission interview: Leonard (Mike) Simmons
• APCHA Board interview: Peter Grenney

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the Snowmass/Capitol Creek Caucus Master Plan. The agenda also notes that the Castle Creek Caucus Master Plan item has been tabled and will be rescheduled.

• Public hearing: Snowmass/Capitol Creek Caucus Master Plan Amendment

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is considering a request from Gerald D. Webb for an Arterial Highway Setback Variance. The applicant seeks to build a single-family residence, garage, and improvements by reducing the required 100-foot setback due to topographic hardships.

• Case 06-2023: Arterial Highway Setback Variance for 24750 Highway 82, Basalt

Healthy Rivers

A special meeting is scheduled to host a community summit on the Wild & Scenic feasibility for the Crystal River. The event will take place at the Marble Firehouse.

• Community Summit on the Future of the Crystal River, Wild & Scenic Feasibility Collaborative

Community Growth Advisory Committee

The Community Growth Advisory Committee will review and vote on a comprehensive set of recommendations regarding development rights, house sizes, and land use. The discussion includes potential updates to the Transferable Development Rights (TDR) program and square footage caps.

• Vote on the full Table of Recommendations
• Discussion of additional Transferable Development Rights (TDR) concepts
• Review of house size square footage caps between 8,750 and 9,750 sq ft
• Review of overlay concepts including special events and short-term rentals (STRs)
• Review of affordable housing policies

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several items including budget amendments, intergovernmental agreements, and land use resolutions. The meeting includes first readings for upcoming public hearings regarding property purchases and nature preserve management.

• Ordinance approving the purchase of 608 Lakeside Drive, Basalt
• Resolution providing supplemental appropriations to the 2023 Budget
• Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Aspen for Moore Ranch conservation
• Ordinance regarding Holy Cross Energy underground right-of-way easements
• Land Use Public Hearing regarding Sewell Request for Constrained Site TDR

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss various county issues. Topics include an update on child care funding, the county website, and long-term planning for the Pitkin County Jail.

• Procedural discussion regarding Airport FBO operator RFP
• Child Care Funding Update
• Pitkin County Website Update Overview
• Pitkin County Jail Long Term Planning Update

Community Growth Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss a draft recommendation. The agenda includes a welcome and updates regarding the ongoing discussion of this draft.

• Discussion of continued draft recommendation

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers board will review multiple sponsorship and grant requests from various organizations. The meeting also includes a site visit to the boat launch at Ironbridge and staff reports.

• Sponsorship request: Town of Basalt, Frying Pan River Pueblo Bridge Gauge
• Sponsorship request: Water Education Colorado programs and magazine
• Grant request: Sustaining CO Watersheds Conference
• Grant request: Wilderness Workshop for Crystal Wild and Scenic Campaign
• Grant request: Roaring Fork Conservancy Watershed Education Programs

Airport Advisory Board

The board will receive updates from four subcommittees regarding flight safety, noise, pollutants, and terminal design. The agenda also includes discussions on airport fleet mix, FAA visit follow-up, and commercial passenger updates.

• Subcommittee updates for FlightOps Safety, Noise, Criteria Pollutants, and Terminal Design
• Viewing Area Update
• Discussion on Forecast / Fleet Mix
• Commercial Passenger Update
• Airport Open House planning

Community Growth Advisory Committee

The Community Growth Advisory Committee is reviewing draft recommendations for development rights and house size limits. The meeting focuses on discussing square footage cap scenarios, updated Transferable Development Rights (TDR) policies, and potential new residential TDR programs.

• Discussion of two house size cap scenarios at 8,750 sq ft and 9,750 sq ft
• Proposal to reduce TDR allocation from 2,500 sq ft to 2,000 sq ft sold in 500 sq ft units
• Proposed 25% cap on slope reduction for Floor Area Ratio (FAR)
• Introduction of 'Resident TDRs' allowing long-term homeowners to sell development rights
• Potential 1% administration fee on all RTDR and TDR sales

Senior Services

The agenda contains only procedural reports from the Secretary, Chairperson, and Manager. No specific new business or decisions are listed for this meeting.

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss revising commissioner district boundaries. The meeting also includes discussions regarding housing ballot question revenue options and updates on various litigations.

• First reading/public hearing on revising and establishing Commissioner District Boundaries
• Discussion of Housing Ballot Question revenue options
• Executive session discussion regarding Redstone Pasture and Flying Dog Ranch property acquisitions
• Litigation updates for Conundrum Creek, LLC, et al. v. BOCC, Wright, and Centennial
• Hunter Creek Historic Foundation presentation

Hearing Officer

The regular meeting of the Pitkin County Hearing Officer scheduled for April 18, 2023, has been canceled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The scheduled meeting for April 18, 2023, has been canceled. Future meetings are scheduled for May 2 and May 16.

Airport Advisory Board

The Aspen/Pitkin County FlightOps Safety Task Force is meeting to discuss finalizing its recommendations and reviewing the recommendation timeline. The agenda also includes a presentation by Brett Detwiller.

• Finalizing Task Force Recommendations
• Review of Recommendation Timeline
• Presentation by Brett Detwiller

Redstone HPC

The Redstone Historic Preservation Committee will hold a virtual meeting to elect committee officers and approve previous meeting minutes. The committee will also discuss old business regarding a revised addition at 292 Redstone Boulevard.

• Election of Officers
• Approval of Minutes from 2/23/23 & 3/16/23
• Discussion of 292 Redstone Boulevard - Revised Addition

Community Growth Advisory Committee

The Community Growth Advisory Committee is discussing a draft scenario to manage growth and climate goals. The proposal includes new regulations for floor area ratios, house size caps, and energy performance standards.

• Proposed maximum house size cap of 9,300 sqft or a range of 8,000-10,000 sqft
• Implementation of a Floor Area Ratio (FAR) sliding scale based on parcel size
• Creation of a four-tier system for development and performance standards
• Requirement for new and redeveloped homes to be all-electric and 100% renewable energy
• Proposed Square Footage Quota System for houses exceeding 5,750 sqft

Telecommunications Advisory Board

The board will review the Public Radio MOU and introduce new member Alex Kelloff. The meeting also includes a review of the revised TAB Information Notebook.

• Public Radio MOU Review
• Introduction of New Board Member Alex Kellost
• Review Revised TAB Information Notebook
• Engineering Report

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss community and organizational issues. The meeting includes a presentation and Q&A session regarding the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Questions & Answers with Rich Englehart and Dan Bartholomew

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including budget supplements and utility easements. The meeting also includes public hearings for site plan reviews and a trail license agreement.

• Resolution providing supplemental appropriations to the 2023 Budget
• Ordinance granting underground right-of-way easements to Holy Cross Energy
• Resolution adopting the Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Ordinance regarding a Trail License with Pyramid Ranch LLC
• Site plan review for Crystal Basin Holdings LLC Activity Envelope

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees will review land use referrals, including the Coal Basin Ranch Trail Easement. The board will also enter executive session to discuss instructions for negotiators regarding various property acquisitions.

• Coal Basin Ranch Trail Easement review
• Negotiations for property in East Sopris Creek area
• Negotiations for property in Crystal River Valley
• Negotiations and legal counsel for property in Maroon Creek valley
• Negotiations and legal counsel for property in Capitol Creek, Woody Creek, Rio Grande Trail corridor, Snowmass Creek, Redstone, and East Mesa areas

The Board recommended that the Board of County Commissioners accept three separate easement proposals for conservation and public trail use. These include a conservation easement at East Sopris Creek Road, a trail expansion at Crystal Basin Holdings, and multiple easements at Lower River Road.

• Recommended BOCC accept conservation easement for 2211 East Sopris Creek Road (4-0)
• Recommended BOCC approve Activity Envelope, Site Plan, and trail easement for Crystal Basin Holdings LLC (4-0)
• Recommended BOCC accept conservation, fishing, and trail easements for 2520 Lower River Road (4-0)
• Approved 03/07/2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss various issues, including the County Employee Housing Program and the Airport FBO operator RFP. The meeting also includes presentations on the Deed Restriction Housing Program and Healthy Community Fund funding recommendations.

• Discussion of County Employee Housing Program with counsel
• Airport FBO operator RFP procedural discussion
• Sally Shiekman Brokerage Agreement discussion
• Deed Restriction Housing Program presentation
• Healthy Community Fund 2023 funding recommendations discussion

Planning & Zoning Commission

The scheduled meeting for April 4, 2023, has been canceled. The next tentative meeting is scheduled for May 2 to discuss a master plan amendment.

• Snowmass / Capitol Creek Caucus Master Plan Amendment

Board of Adjustment

The Board will revisit a previously continued application for residential redevelopment in Aspen and consider a new request for a road setback variance at Aspen Highlands.

• Case 01-2023: Front and rear yard setback variances for 308 South Seventh Street
• Case 04-2023: 60’ Major Road setback variance request for 24 Glen Eagles Drive

Community Growth Advisory Committee

The Community Growth Advisory Committee is reviewing a draft scenario to manage growth, climate goals, and quality of life. The discussion includes proposed updates to floor area ratios, house size caps, and energy performance standards.

• Proposed maximum house size cap of 9,300 sqft or a range of 8,000-10 .000 sqft
• Proposed Floor Area Ratio (FAR) sliding scale based on parcel size
• New three-tier system for development standards based on square footage and disturbance
• Proposed annual square footage quota: 28,750 sqft for new development, 11,500 sqft for UGB, and 17,250 sqft for remaining County
• Requirement for all homes to be all-electric and powered with 100% renewable energy

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss landfill expansion and infrastructure planning. The meeting also includes reviews of upcoming regular meeting items and several interviews for various county boards and commissions.

• Landfill Expansion and Infrastructure Planning presentation
• Preparation for the April 6 Elected Officials Transportation Committee meeting
• Planning & Zoning interview: Maryann Mazza Pitt
• Election Commission interview: Thomas Baker
• Planning & Zoning renewal interview: Chelsea Clark

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a budget supplemental request and an updated hazard mitigation plan. One ordinance regarding a trail license with Pyramid Ranch LLC will be continued to the April 11, 2023 meeting.

• Secure Transportation Services License - Citadel Security USA
• Resolution to adopt an updated Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Ordinance accepting development covenants from January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022
• Resolution approving first quarter budget supplemental requests
• Ordinance accepting a trail license with Pyramid Ranch LLC (continued to April 11)

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will meet to receive department updates and conduct several renewal interviews. The session also includes a discussion regarding a statewide housing project.

• P & Z Renewal Interview: Charlotte Anderson
• OST Renewal Interview: Charlotte Anderson
• Board of Health (BOH) Renewal Interview: Dr. Tom Kurt
• Pitkin Co. Library Interview: Heather Kendrick
• Board of Health Renewal Interview: Linda Vieira

Hearing Officer

The regular meeting of the Pitkin County Hearing Officer scheduled for March 21, 2023, has been canceled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pitkin County Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for March 21, 2023, has been canceled. There are no items listed for the upcoming meetings on April 4 or April 18.

BOCC Work Session

The Pitkin County Board of County Commissioners will participate in a field site visit to review the proposed Crystal River Restoration Project. The session includes an overview of project configurations, discussions regarding an accessible access ramp, and a review of a potential outdoor classroom location.

• Site visit for Crystal River Restoration Project
• Review of proposed accessible access ramp at south corner of Crystal Bridge Drive
• Discussion of outdoor classroom location
• Discussion of Weaver Diversion modifications and construction schedule

Airport Advisory Board

The board will discuss airport redevelopment, terminal design feedback, and FBO selection. The meeting also includes updates on criteria pollutants, CRJ aircraft, and commercial passenger activity.

• Terminal Design RFQ feedback
• Airport Redevelopment discussion
• FBO Selection discussion
• Criteria Pollutants update
• CRJ Aircraft and Commercial Passenger updates

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers Board will conduct administrative tasks including the approval of previous minutes. The agenda includes discussions regarding a grant committee survey and a staff report.

• Approval of February 16, 2023 minutes
• Colorado Parks and Wildlife Partnership Opportunity discussion
• Healthy Rivers Board Grant Committee Survey Report and Discussion
• Healthy Rivers Board Scholarship Committee report
• Healthy Rivers Staff Report

Redstone HPC

The committee will review minutes from the February 23 meeting and discuss construction projects. Discussion includes new construction at 617 Redstone Boulevard and a proposed addition at 292 Redstone Boulevard.

• New Construction: 617 Redstone Boulevard
• Addition: 292 Redstone Boulevard

Senior Services

The Senior Services Council will hold its meeting at the Senior Center or via Google Meet. The agenda includes reports from the Secretary, Chairperson, and Manager.

Community Growth Advisory Committee

The Community Growth Advisory Committee is reviewing a framework for its final report. Discussion includes an analysis of remaining dwelling unit potential and subdivision opportunities across various county overlay categories.

• Analysis of 2,602 existing dwelling units
• Identification of 507 parcels with remaining development rights
• Review of 1,136 additional potential dwelling units
• Breakdown of 781 potential units through subdivision
• Discussion of five overlay categories: Rural and Remote, Pavement Ends, Rural/Valley, Hwy 82 corridor, and UGB boundary

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider requests for front yard setback variances at two residential properties. One applicant also requested to continue their case until the April 4, 2023 meeting.

• Case 01-2023: Choi Family Trust (308 South Seventh Street) request to continue application
• Case 02-2023: Paul and Sandra Routzon (374 Elk Mountain Drive) front yard setback variance request
• Case 03-2023: Hughes Family Rev Trust (117 South Little Texas Lane) front yard setback variance request for a residence addition

BOCC Work Session

The Board will hold an executive session to discuss employee housing, airport services, and short term rental enforcement. The afternoon includes discussions regarding BLM Big Game Corridors and Aspen Mountain night skiing permits.

• Employee housing acquisition discussion
• Airport outside professional services discussion
• Short term rental code enforcement discussion
• Airport FBO operator RFP procedural discussion
• BLM Big Game Corridors Draft EIS comments

Airport Advisory Board

The board will review draft recommendations from the Aspen/Pitkin County FlightOps Safety Task Force. Discussion includes engagement with aviation industry partners and a review of the task force timeline.

• Presentation and discussion of Draft Task Force Recommendations
• Discussion regarding engagement with Aviation Industry Partners
• Review of Task Force Timeline

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Pitkin County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on March 8, 2023, to consider several items including first readings of ordinances and resolutions, a public hearing on a land use item, and consent items. Key decisions include approving first quarter budget supplemental requests, accepting a trail license with Pyramid Ranch LLC, and a resolution denying a constrained site TDR request.

• Resolution approving First Quarter Budget Supplemental Requests
• Ordinance accepting a Trail License with Pyramid Ranch LLC
• Resolution denying Sewell Request for Constrained Site TDR
• Turnabout Ranch LLC PUD and Plat Amendments (continued from 2/22/23)
• Ordinance amending Title 9 regarding Road Maintenance and Management Plan

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board will hold a joint executive session with the Board of County Commissioners to discuss acquisitions and negotiator instructions for properties in several areas, including East Sopris Creek, Crystal River Valley, Maroon Creek valley, Rio Grande Trail corridor, Snowmass Creek area, near Redstone, and East Mesa. The board will also consider a Recreation Capacity Study and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Executive session for personnel evaluation of G. Tennenbaum
• Acquisition and negotiator instructions for East Sopris Creek property
• Acquisition and negotiator instructions for Crystal River Valley property
• Acquisition, negotiator instructions, and legal counsel for Maroon Creek valley property interest
• Recreation Capacity Study discussion

The Open Space and Trails Board approved the minutes from its February 2, 2023, meeting. The board and Board of County Commissioners held a joint work session to discuss the Roaring Fork Outdoor Coalition and visitor use studies. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved 02/02/2023 OSTB Regular and Executive Session Draft Minutes (5-0)

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners holds a work session to discuss several items, including a tobacco retail license policy proposal, first-quarter budget supplemental requests, and a capital maintenance program for APCHA. The meeting also includes two executive sessions for property acquisitions and airport professional services, but no formal votes are taken.

• Executive session for acquisition and negotiation of properties in East Sopris Creek, Crystal River Valley, Maroon Creek, Rio Grande Trail, Snowmass Creek, Redstone, and East Mesa areas
• Pitkin County Tobacco Retail License Policy Proposal presented by Raleigh Bacharach and Jordana Sabella
• 1st Quarter Budget Supplemental Requests discussed by Connie Baker
• APCHA Proposed Capital Maintenance Program reviewed
• Executive session for airport outside professional services with legal counsel

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Maroon Creek Multi-Use Trail location and extent review, presented by Nicole Rebeck-Stout. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Maroon Creek Multi-Use Trail location and extent review

Community Growth Advisory Committee

The Community Growth Advisory Committee will discuss a draft hybrid scenario combining a sliding-scale Floor Area Ratio (FAR) for all unincorporated Pitkin County, a rural overlay limiting house size in remote areas, and ambitious performance standards. The committee will also set 'dial positions' for development tools like the Growth Management Quota System (GMQS) and Transferable Development Rights (TDRs) to balance climate goals, housing, traffic, and rural preservation. This is a working session to refine recommendations ahead of the March 15 meeting.

• Hybrid scenario applies FAR countywide with sliding scale: 1 acre or less = 4,920 sq ft, 10-20+ acres = 10,750 sq ft
• Rural overlay would cap house sizes based on distance from urban services (Rural/Remote, Rural, Valley/Mid Rural, Urban/Rural Interface)
• Performance standards options include updated wildlife standards, water-use landscaping rules, and maximum disturbance area per property
• GMQS revisions considered: reduce exemptions, revert to original pacing intent, and tie scoring to GHG reduction and balanced economy
• TDR program changes discussed: reduce allocation from 2,500 sq ft, add impact mitigation requirements for traffic, waste, and employee generation

BOCC Work Session

The Board will discuss potential bylaw amendments for the River Board. The session also includes a review of future meeting calendars and an executive session regarding personnel evaluations.

• River Board Bylaw Amendments discussion
• Review of future agenda calendars
• Executive Session: Personnel Evaluations

Redstone HPC

The committee will discuss pop-ups and non-informational signage within the district. The meeting also includes a review of new construction at 617 Redstone Boulevard.

• Discussion of pop-ups in the district
• Discussion of non-informational signage in the district
• New construction at 617 Redstone Boulevard

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Pitkin County BOCC will vote on an emergency resolution to house county detainees at Eagle County Jail, consider a collection agreement with the US Forest Service for beaver habitat management, and discuss an application to impose passenger facility charges at Aspen Pitkin County Airport. Several land-use items are also on the agenda, including a continued hearing on Turnabout Ranch PUD amendments and a resolution to deny TDRs for Redstone Pastures.

• Emergency resolution for intergovernmental agreement to house Pitkin County detainees at Eagle County Jail
• Collection agreement with US Forest Service for beaver utilization of headwater streams
• FAA application to impose passenger facility charges for Aspen Pitkin County Airport improvements
• Community Funding Partnership Contract CFP2022-40 with Colorado River Water Conservation District
• Continued hearing on Turnabout Ranch PUD and Plat Amendments

BOCC Work Session

This work session includes a special meeting to vote on entering executive session for legal discussions on the Centennial-Aspen II settlement, Stapleton Bros ditch water credits, Juul litigation, airport counsel, and FBO procurement. After lunch, the Board of Social Services gives a 4th quarter update. Staff presentations cover the 2022 Waste Characterization Study and Smuggler Superfund soils management.

• Executive session: Centennial-Aspen II Limited Partnership 1994 Settlement Agreement negotiation strategy
• Executive session: potential purchase of Stapleton Bros Ditch consumptive use credits
• Executive session: Juul litigation and airport legal counsel discussions
• 1:00 PM: Board of Social Services 4th Quarter Update
• 2:00 PM: 2022 Waste Characterization Study Review and Zero Waste Planning

Hearing Officer

This meeting was canceled, so no items were decided or discussed.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will receive an update on the Community Growth Advisory Committee and discuss working agreements. The meeting is being held virtually only.

• Update on Community Growth Advisory Committee, Ellen Sassano
• Discussion of working agreements
• Next meeting on March 7 includes Maroon Creek Multi-Use Trail Location and Extent Review

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will discuss several ongoing projects including a future runway width change, a new FBO solicitation, and a request for qualifications for terminal design. They will also receive updates on FAA matters, a new conference room, and a greenhouse gas work plan. The meeting includes public comment periods and subcommittee reports.

• Discussion on future runway width
• FBO solicitation update
• Brainstorm for terminal design RFQ
• GHG work plan next steps
• Airport information dashboard update

Healthy Rivers

The board will receive staff reports regarding Lincoln Creek water quality and Healthy Rivers Fund projections. Discussion items include Crystal River OST properties and a Beaver Education Campaign plan.

• Lincoln Creek Water Quality staff report
• Healthy Rivers Fund Update and 2023 Projections
• Discussion on Crystal River OST Properties for Future Management Plan Updates
• Beaver Education Campaign Plan discussion
• Proposed amendments to Healthy Rivers Board By-Laws

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Aspen/Pitkin County FlightOps Safety Task Force is holding its third meeting to discuss Class C airspace pros and cons, a local pilot safety video, and draft recommendations. Members will also hear reports on coordination with aviation groups and European mountain flying certification. No binding decisions are expected; the meeting is primarily discussion and review.

• Kyle Gelroth (ASE ATCT Manager) presents Class C airspace advantages and disadvantages, noting a 3-5 year process
• Discussion of a local pilot safety video preparation
• Review of email comments generated by an Aviation Week article
• Report on coordination with AOPA and CPA mountain flying training
• Presentation and discussion of draft task force recommendations

Telecommunications Advisory Board

The Pitkin County Telecommunications Advisory Board is holding a special meeting to review a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Valley Public Radio. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, staff reports, and public comment.

• Review of Pitkin County MOU for Valley Public Radio
• Approval of January 11, 2023 regular meeting minutes
• Public comment on items not on the agenda

Senior Services

The Senior Services Council will hold a regular meeting with roll call, reports from the secretary and chairperson, and a manager's report. No old or new business is listed; the agenda is entirely procedural.

Healthy Rivers

The Grant Review Sub-Committee will meet to review and update the Healthy Rivers Grant Process. The meeting will be held at St. Peters of the Valley Episcopal Church in Basalt. The regular meeting is scheduled to adjourn at 6:00 PM.

• Review and update of the Healthy Rivers Grant Process
• Meeting location: St. Peters of the Valley Episcopal Church, 200 Elk Run Dr., Basalt, CO 81621
• Meeting scheduled from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners holds a work session to discuss follow-up on short-term rental outreach in Redstone and a Phillips matter, interview a citizen board candidate, and review future agenda calendars. No formal votes are taken; the session is for discussion only.

• Redstone STR outreach follow-up presentation by Kara Silbernagel & Jeanette Muzio
• Phillips follow-up discussion
• Citizen board interview of Alex Kelloff for Telecommunications Board
• Review of future work session and regular meeting calendars

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Pitkin County Board of Health will meet to approve the agenda and December 2022 minutes, welcome a new board member, and hear public comments. The board will receive a Community Health Services update, a respiratory disease update, and the Director's report covering the 2023 meeting schedule, working agreements, board training requirements, and staffing. The main business items are a review of 2023 areas of work for Environmental Health, Planning/Prevention/Partnerships, and Communications/EDI goals, followed by an update on Proposition 122 regarding psychedelic plants and fungi.

• Proposition 122 update on decriminalization and regulated access program for psychedelic plants and fungi
• 2023 Areas of Work review for Admin, Environmental Health, and Planning/Prevention/Partnerships
• Respiratory disease update from the Medical Officer
• Community Health Services presentation
• Director's report including 2023 meeting schedule, working agreements, and staffing update

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several items including a Federal Lands Access Program grant for the Brush Creek Park and Ride, a contract with the Colorado River Water Conservation District, and an intergovernmental agreement to house Pitkin County detainees at the Eagle County jail. They will also consider a resolution to impose Passenger Facility Charges at the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport and a proposal to deny a request for Transferable Development Rights at Redstone. Additionally, the board will hold public hearings on agricultural lease renewals and a road maintenance plan amendment.

• Emergency resolution approving a grant agreement for Brush Creek Park and Ride improvements (Federal Lands Access Program)
• Resolution to impose Passenger Facility Charges at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport for equipment and capital improvements
• Intergovernmental agreement to house Pitkin County detainees at the Eagle County jail
• Resolution denying the Redstone Pastures LLC request for visually constrained and constrained site TDRs
• Public hearings on agricultural lease renewals for Emma Open Space, Two Roots Farm, and other properties

BOCC Work Session

The Board will meet to discuss various issues including litigation and code amendments in executive session. Staff presentations include an update on the Compensation and Classification Project and a discussion on ASE Climate Emission Baseline Inventory Policy.

• Executive session discussion regarding Leeper Farms litigation
• Executive session discussion regarding STR code amendment
• Compensation and Classification Project Update
• ASE Climate Emission Baseline Inventory Policy presentation
• Living with Wolves: Coexistence in Colorado presentation

Planning & Zoning Commission

This Planning and Zoning Commission meeting has been canceled. The next meeting on February 21 will include an update on the Community Growth Advisory Committee and a discussion of a working agreement.

• Meeting canceled for February 7
• February 21: Update on Community Growth Advisory Committee by Ellen Sassano
• February 21: Working agreement discussion by Suzanne Wolff
• March 7: Maroon Creek Multi-Use Trail Location and Extent Review by Nicole Rebeck-Stout

Board of Adjustment

This meeting of the Pitkin County Board of Adjustment has been canceled. No decisions or discussions will take place.

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is holding its annual two-day retreat to discuss issues facing the county. No official actions are expected, as this is a work session. The meeting is open to the public but public input is not typically taken.

• 2023 Annual Board Retreat (February 2-3, 2023)

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board will hear updates on the Maroon Creek Multi-Use Trail and the 2022 Agriculture Program Report. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss land and easement acquisitions for Prince Creek Ranch, East Mesa Ranch, and a Maroon Creek parcel.

• Maroon Creek Multi-Use Trail update
• 2022 Agriculture Program Report
• Executive session on land acquisition/negotiation – Prince Creek Ranch
• Executive session on land acquisition/negotiation – East Mesa Ranch
• Executive session on easement acquisition/negotiation – Maroon Creek Parcel

The Board approved the draft minutes from the December 6, 2022, meeting. Members and staff discussed the proposed alignment of the Maroon Creek Multi-Use Trail and reviewed an agriculture progress report.

• Approved 12/06/2022 OSTB & BOCC Regular and Executive Session Draft Minutes (5-0)

Community Growth Advisory Committee

The Community Growth Advisory Committee will review two zoning models—Floor Area Ratio and an overlay based on location—to reduce square footage and greenhouse gas emissions. Members will use a dot exercise to rank five preferred tools (House Size, GMQS, Performance Standards, TDRs, Zoning) on a continuum from low to high impact. The meeting continues work from January 18, where scenarios 2 and 4 (both using FAR) scored highest.

• Review of two zoning models: Floor Area Ratio (FAR) and location-based overlay
• Dot exercise to set starting points for five tools: House Size, GMQS, Performance Standards, TDRs, Zoning
• Peer comparison shows max house sizes in other counties: Gunnison 9,000 sq ft, Boulder 6,000 sq ft, San Miguel 15,000 sq ft
• Current Pitkin County caps range from 5,750 sq ft (Maroon Creek) to 15,000 sq ft (Crystal River, Woody Creek)
• Committee consensus that 'doing nothing is not an option'

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a work session to discuss county issues. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the Centennial Deed Restriction with counsel regarding negotiation strategy and instruction.

• Executive session discussion regarding Centennial Deed Restriction

Airport Advisory Board

The board is discussing the second meeting of the ASE FlightOps Safety Task Force, including a presentation on special instrument flight procedures. They will also review an Aviation Week article, European mountain certification, the Aspen Fly Right Safety Essay, NTSB and NASA safety database updates, and an airspace/ground deviation research paper. An initial draft of task force safety recommendations and a work product timeline are on the agenda.

• Presentation by Aec Seybold, Flight Tech Engineering, on special instrument flight procedures
• Review of Aviation Week article
• Discussion of European Mountain Certification
• Aspen Fly Right Safety Essay review
• Initial draft of Task Force Safety Recommendations

Open Space & Trails

The board held a special meeting and site visit in executive session. The session focused on providing instructions to negotiators and discussing property interest acquisitions for Prince Creek Ranch and East Mesa Ranch.

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with consent items, public hearings, and individual consideration items. Key actions include a first reading of an ordinance amending road maintenance definitions and management plans, and authorizing renewal of several open space and agricultural leases. The board will also consider a resolution for a historic designation at 2211 East Sopris Creek Road and a grant agreement for Brush Creek Park and Ride improvements.

• First reading of ordinance amending Title 9 road maintenance definitions and management plan
• Renewal of open space agricultural leases for Emma Noth, Two Roots Farm, Glassier, Grace Open Space, and Thompson Divide Ranch
• New agricultural lease for Wheatley Open Space with Wheatley Tract II LLC
• Emergency resolution for grant agreement with Federal Highway Division for Brush Creek Park and Ride improvements
• Historic designation and incentives for 2211 East Sopris Creek Road, including density bonus and TDR

BOCC Work Session

The Pitkin County BOCC work session includes presentations on the OpenGov departmental dashboard, a Coal Basin methane project update, and a CORE budget follow-up. The board will also discuss beaver utilization of headwater streams with the White River National Forest. No official actions are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

• OpenGov Departmental Dashboard Demonstration - Liz Woods (30 minutes)
• Coal Basin Methane Project Update - Dallas Blaney, CORE (30 minutes)
• CORE Budget Follow-Up - Dallas Blaney (15 minutes)
• Discussion on beaver utilization of headwater streams to promote watershed health - Lisa Tasker (30 minutes)
• Review of Future Agenda Calendars for Work Session and Regular Meeting (15 minutes)

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will review and ratify member assignments, discuss community outreach, receive a Safety Task Force update, and consider ideas for the terminal RFP. They will also review the 2023 work plan and get a commercial passenger update.

• Terminal RFP ideas discussion
• 2023 AAB Work Plan including ALP
• Commercial passenger update from Bill Tomcich
• Safety Task Force update
• Member assignments review and ratification

Healthy Rivers

The Pitkin County Healthy Rivers and Streams Board will hear updates on the Crystal River Restoration Project with the Town of Carbondale, a proposed partnership with the White River National Forest to collaborate with beavers in the Roaring Fork Watershed, and a grant report on Cold Mountain Ranch's Helms Ditch Repairs. The board will also discuss private property beaver activities along Woody Creek and schedule 2023 meetings.

• Crystal River Restoration Project – Town of Carbondale & Pitkin County (no packet materials)
• White River National Forest, Roaring Fork Watershed - Pitkin County Healthy Rivers Collaboration to Partner with Beavers
• Private Property Beaver Activities Along Woody Creek – Jennifer Craig, landowner
• Cold Mountain Ranch Helms Ditch Repairs Grant Report- Bill Fales (no packet materials)
• Healthy Rivers Board Meetings-Scheduling for 2023

Healthy Rivers

The Grant Review Sub-Committee is meeting to review and update the Healthy Rivers Grant Process. The meeting is scheduled for 2:30 PM and is expected to adjourn at 3:30 PM. No specific grant applications, dollar amounts, or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review of the Healthy Rivers Grant Process
• Update to the grant process procedures

Community Growth Advisory Committee

The committee will review updated timelines and milestones, discuss methodology and tools for foundational growth scenarios, and plan next steps for fine-tuning and evaluating those scenarios. Public comment will be heard.

Senior Services

The Senior Services Council will hold a regular meeting with reports from the secretary, chairperson, and manager, followed by old and new business. No specific agenda items are detailed.

• Secretary's report by Debbie Overeynder
• Chairperson's report by Teresa Hall
• Manager's report by Chad Federwitz
• Old business and new business discussions

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will elect a new chair and vice chair, then hold a worksession on the Castle Creek Master Plan. No other land-use actions are scheduled. The meeting is virtual only.

• Election of new chair and vice chair
• Castle Creek Master Plan worksession

Hearing Officer

The Pitkin County Hearing Officer will hold a virtual regular meeting to consider a continued application from Sands Colorado Holdings LLC. The application involves an activity envelope, site plan review, scenic view review, a GMQS exemption, and a TDR review. No other business is listed.

• Sands Colorado Holdings LLC application for activity envelope, site plan review, scenic view review, GMQS exemption, and TDR review (continued from Nov. 15, 2022)

BOCC Work Session

This is a work session, so no formal votes are expected. The board will hold an executive session on the Leeper Farms Partition Litigation and federal gas lease changes in Thompson Divide. Later, they will hear an update from Aspen Ski Company and hold a joint meeting with the City of Aspen to discuss demolition waste regulations and the New Castle Creek Bridge outreach.

• Executive session on Leeper Farms Partition Litigation Update
• Executive session on potential federal regulatory changes concerning gas leases in Thompson Divide
• Update from Aspen Ski Company (45 minutes, no material)
• Joint meeting with City of Aspen on demolition waste regulations and New Castle Creek Bridge outreach

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board (OSTB) is meeting to discuss several land acquisitions and conservation easements, including Prince Creek Ranch, East Mesa Ranch, and multiple conservation parcels. The board will also consider agriculture policy updates and approve minutes from previous meetings. The session includes an executive session for negotiations and legal advice on these property interests.

• Land acquisition/negotiation – Prince Creek Ranch
• Land acquisition/negotiation – East Mesa Ranch
• Conservation Easement acquisition/negotiation – Redstone Parcel
• Conservation Easement acquisition/negotiation – Capitol Creek Ranch
• Conservation Easement acquisition/negotiation – Aspen area ranch

The Open Space and Trails Board approved a policy to protect species of concern on agricultural leases, including a 'Delay the Hay' provision for nesting birds. The Board also approved a policy governing seasonal farm worker housing on agricultural leases, incorporating Dark Sky compliance and specific property criteria.

• Approved 12/06/2022 Regular and Executive Session Draft Minutes (4-0)
• Adopted Species of Concern on Agriculture Leases Policy, including Delay the Hay (4-0)
• Approved Seasonal Farm Worker Housing on Open Space and Trails Agricultural leases with Dark Skies compliance and amended property criteria (5-0)

Telecommunications Advisory Board

The Pitkin County Telecommunications Advisory Board met via Zoom on January 11, 2023. The agenda included the approval of October 12, 2022 minutes, a staff engineering report, and a review of a Public Radio MOU amendment. No specific dollar amounts or new ordinances were listed in the provided text.

• Approval of 10/12/22 TAB Regular Meeting Minutes
• Staff Engineering Report
• Public Radio MOU Amendment Review

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on several items, including a lease agreement with Aspen Skiing Company for a ski ticket kiosk at the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport and the purchase of the Craig Ranch Conservation Easements. They will also consider an intergovernmental agreement to support the emergency winter overnight shelter at the Schultz Health and Human Services Building, and an emergency ordinance adopting regulations for secure transportation services. Consent items include the appointment of a chair and vice-chair and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Lease agreement with Aspen Skiing Company for a ski ticket kiosk at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport
• Purchase of Craig Ranch Conservation Easements
• Intergovernmental agreement with City of Aspen, Aspen Valley Hospital, and Town of Snowmass Village for emergency winter overnight shelter
• Emergency ordinance adopting Title 6.05 of the Pitkin County Code for secure transportation services
• Turnabout Ranch LLC PUD and Plat Amendments (continued from 11/16/22)

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss several items, including an emergency ordinance on secure transportation services, the Thompson Divide administrative withdrawal, winter flows on the Fryingpan River lease agreement with the Colorado River District, and a presentation from the City of Aspen on the New Castle Creek Bridge initiative. The meeting also includes a vote to go into executive session regarding the Little Alma mining claim.

• Vote to enter executive session to discuss Little Alma mining claim use and possession (CRS 24-6-402 4b)
• Discussion of Emergency Ordinance adopting Title 6.05, Secure Transportation Services
• Thompson Divide Administrative Withdrawal presentation
• Winter Flows on the Fryingpan Lease Agreement with Colorado River District
• City of Aspen presentation on the New Castle Creek Bridge Initiative

BOCC Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss the future of Sardy Field and the Aspen Fly Right organization, with a presentation by Amory Lovins. No official action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion of the future of Sardy Field
• Presentation by Amory Lovins on Aspen Fly Right
• Attendance by the Airport Advisory Board

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will review its 2023 work plan, including whether to form task forces or subcommittees, and discuss community outreach methods focused on the Terminal Construction Project. The board will also begin examining criteria pollutants, the airport's role, and steps to reduce them, with the goal of developing a policy for future discussion and vote.

• Discussion of 2023 work plan and potential task forces or subcommittees
• Review of Resolution 105-2020 recommendations related to the Airport Layout Plan (ALP) process
• Community outreach discussion focused on public engagement for the Terminal Construction Project
• Introduction to criteria pollutants and the airport's role in reducing them
• Next steps to develop a policy on criteria pollutants for future discussion and vote

Board of Adjustment

The Pitkin County Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for January 3, 2023, has been canceled. No decisions or discussions will take place.

BOCC Work Session

This is a work session with no formal votes expected. The board will go into executive session to discuss open space acquisitions, potential property dispositions, airport outside counsel, potential housing purchases, short-term rentals in the R/R zone district, the Little Alma mining claim, and the Bennett land use application. After lunch, staff will present on child care, snow monitoring, the Airport Advisory Board annual report, and a proposed Title Nine amendment on road maintenance. The meeting ends with a review of future agendas and appointment of board leadership.

• Executive session topics include open space acquisition/negotiation, potential housing purchases, and short-term rentals in R/R zone district
• Child care update presented by Ashley Perl (30 minutes)
• Airborne Snow Observatories for snow monitoring in the Roaring Fork Watershed (30 minutes)
• Airport Advisory Board annual progress report and update (1 hour)
• Proposed Title Nine Amendment (Road Maintenance and Management Plan) (45 minutes)