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Posted on: September 6, 2023

Pitkin County sees increase in rabies positive bats

Pitkin County Public Health is reminding community about rabies precautions.

Pitkin County Public Health is reminding community about rabies precautions

PITKIN COUNTY, COLO. (Sept. 6, 2023) - Pitkin County Public Health is reporting an increase in rabies positive bats identified within Pitkin County. As summer draws to a close, Pub...

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Posted on: August 16, 2023

Pop-up DMV brings services to the people

DMV2GO is a Colorado Department of Revenue service.

Once/month service offered at Pitkin County Clerk and Recorder’s office in Aspen

ASPEN, COLO. (August 16, 2023) - Starting Aug. 21, the Colorado Department of Revenue will host a pop-up service once a month in the Pitkin County Administrative Bui...

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Pitkin County PSA
Posted on: July 13, 2023

Pitkin County Commissioners vote to extend hearing deadline for property appeals

Extension will allow hearing officers and Board of Equalization more time to review appeals

PITKIN COUNTY, COLO. (July 13, 2023) - For those seeking to appeal the assessor's valuation of their real and/or personal properties to the Pitkin County B...

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Pitkin County PSA
Posted on: July 7, 2023

Email scam targets Pitkin County Treasurer's Office

Be on alert for an email scam.

Citizen received email from fake address seeking banking information

PITKIN COUNTY, COLO. (July 7, 2023) - Pitkin County was contacted by a citizen this morning who received a scam email seeking the recipient’s bank information. The email came from a fake ...

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Pitkin County PSA
Posted on: June 23, 2023

Aspen/Pitkin County Airport is launching newsletter

The Aspen/Pitkin County Airport is launching a newsletter.

Newsletter meant for airport users, community members, and others interested in airport news

PITKIN COUNTY, COLO. (June 23, 2023) - The Aspen/Pitkin County Airport is launching a new newsletter for airport users, community members, and anyone else interest...

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Pitkin County PSA
Posted on: June 15, 2023

Assessor's Office temporarily closed, staff still available by phone

Pitkin County Administration Building in Aspen

ASPEN, COLO. (June 15, 2023) - Beginning tomorrow, June 16, the Pitkin County Assessor's Office will be closed throughout June except on the following Thursdays: June 22 and June 29. The office will resume regular hours on July 5. Regular hours are 8 AM -...

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Posted on: May 25, 2023

Pitkin County Senior Center temporarily closed, services relocated

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A renovation of the Senior Center will close the building through the summer

PITKIN COUNTY, COLO. (May 25, 2023) - The Pitkin County Senior Center, 275 Castle Creek Rd., is being remodeled and will be closed May 25 - early September. During the closure, Se...

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Pitkin County PSA
Posted on: May 12, 2023

End of Public Health Emergency

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On May 11th, 2023 the National Public Health Emergency (PHE) declaration came to an end. Over the last year the impact due to Covid-19 has substantially declined, prompting this critical shift in our response to the Covid-19 pandemic. While Covid-19 is no...

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Pitkin County PSA
Posted on: May 9, 2023

It's that time of year! Eradicate noxious weeds in Pitkin County

Bull Thistle in Aspen, Colorado

Pitkin County reminds you that per the Colorado Noxious Weed Act, it is your responsibility as a landowner to eradicate noxious weeds on your property. Please contact us anytime. We are happy to provide information and help you find the best weed control ...

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Pitkin County PSA
Posted on: May 9, 2023

Human Services announces new mental health program

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

The program, announced during Mental Health Awareness Month, aims to identify barriers and gaps to improve mental health services in our area.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Human Services is proud to announce an initiative to identify barriers, ...

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Posted on: May 5, 2023

Pitkin County Press features news and updates from across the county

Pitkin County Press community newsletter

The new newsletter, launched in March, is meant to inform the community

PITKIN COUNTY, COLO. (May 5, 2023) - Pitkin County has launched a new newsletter for the community that features news and updates from departments across the organization. The March ed...

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Pitkin County PSA
Posted on: May 4, 2023

Aspen/Pitkin County Airport to hold open houses, airport tours during airport closure

The tail of an airplane at the Aspen Airport

The day-long event on May 22 focuses on redevelopment at the airport

PITKIN COUNTY, COLO. (May 4, 2023) - The public is invited to learn about the redevelopment of the airport, including a new terminal, at two open houses on Monday, May 22, 2023. Airport A...

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Pitkin County PSA
Posted on: April 3, 2023

Senior Property Tax Exemption

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A property tax exemption is available for tax year 2023, affecting taxes payable in 2024 for qualifying seniors and surviving spouses of those who previously qualified.     

Seniors must be 65 as of Jan. 1, 2023 and have owned an...

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Pitkin County PSA
Posted on: March 13, 2023

'Keep Colorado Wild Pass' available during vehicle registration

Purchasers may opt out if not interested

New in 2023, a discounted state parks pass is available to those who renew their annual vehicle registration either online with the Division of Motor Vehicles or in-person through the Pitkin County Clerk & Recor...

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Pitkin County PSA
Posted on: April 17, 2023

Starting May 2, Assessor's Office to accept property appeals, objections

PITKIN COUNTY, COLO. (April 17, 2023) - In accordance with Colorado law, beginning May 2, 2023, the Pitkin County Assessor will accept appeals and objections to classification and valuation of real property. Objections to the valuation or classification o...

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Pitkin County PSA
Posted on: March 10, 2023

Take the Exploring Food and Daily Life Survey

You do not have to be food insecure or consider yourself food insecure to take the survey.

PITKIN COUNTY, COLO. (March 10, 2023) - Food insecurity is an issue impacting thousands of residents of Eagle, Garfield, and Pitkin counties. With much of the data a...

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Posted on: February 8, 2023

SNAP benefits to be reduced to pre-pandemic monthly amounts beginning in March

The reduction in benefits will impact many SNAP-eligible households in Pitkin County

PITKIN COUNTY, COLO. (Feb. 8, 2023) - The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a federal means-tested program that provides food resources (allotments) to e...

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Pitkin County PSA
Posted on: January 25, 2023

Pitkin County seeks public comment on proposed update to construction recycling rules

Pitkin County is seeking public comment on a proposed update to the Construction & Demolition Debris Diversion Ordinance which affects building and demolition permits issued by the County.

The ordinance requires permit applicants to submit a deposit of...

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Pitkin County PSA
Posted on: November 10, 2022

Pitkin County Public Health sheds light on dangers of Rainbow Fentanyl

PITKIN COUNTY, COLO. (Nov. 10, 2022) - With a recent seizure in neighboring Garfield County, Pitkin County Public Health is raising awareness about the dangers of Rainbow Fentanyl. It’s an illegal drug (opioid) that has been colored and flavored,...

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Pitkin County PSA
Posted on: October 17, 2022

Care Sessions from Public Health, Oct. 20 & 24

Pitkin County Public Health invites anyone who lives, works, and plays in Pitkin County to participate in two virtual Care Sessions, Oct. 20 & 24. The first session involves discussion on ways to improve access to care including mental health. The sec...

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Pitkin County PSA
Posted on: October 7, 2022

Pitkin County survey for veterans and veterans' family, caregivers

The Pitkin County Human Services department is conducting a survey to determine how the Pitkin County Veteran Services Officer (VSO) can best meet the needs of veterans living in Pitkin County. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey linked below...

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