News Flash

Posted on: September 15, 2023

Q&A with Pitkin County Telecommunications

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What does the Pitkin County Telecommunications department do?Telecommunications, also known as Translator, plans, builds and maintains the tower and fiber infrastructure in the county. This system provides over-the-air TV, FM Radio, Public Safety Radio, a...

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Pitkin County Blog
Posted on: September 14, 2023

Open Space and Trails seeks feedback on Redstone plan

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The upper Crystal River Valley arguably cradles the most unusual collection of open space properties within Pitkin County. The nearly 375 acres of open space in and around the small community of Redstone boast historical treasures, spectacular scenery, ol...

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Pitkin County Blog
Posted on: September 14, 2023

Roaring Fork Broadband Project improves internet resiliency for key county locations

Pitkin County is leading an effort to install fiber lines in the mid and upper valley.

Fiber installation improves reliability for the public and “anchor institutions”

PITKIN COUNTY, COLO. (Sept. 15, 2023) - A multi-jurisdictional large-scale fiber project underway from Basalt to Aspen will improve internet reliability and speed at anchor in...

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Pitkin County Blog
Posted on: September 14, 2023

Dispatch Center locates kidnapping victim using Next-Generation 911 technology

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Platform provides intelligent, real-time data to first responders to support a faster and smarter emergency response

PITKIN COUNTY, (August 15, 2023) – The Pitkin County Regional Emergency Dispatch Center achieved a significant breakthrough in em...

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Pitkin County Blog
Posted on: September 14, 2023

Food insecurity continues to be a reality in Pitkin County

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Back in May, many of our friends and neighbors relying on food assistance (SNAP benefits) tied to the COVID-19 Federal Health Emergency lost much of that assistance when the Public Health Emergency expired. Some Pitkin County residents, many of them older...

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Pitkin County Blog
Posted on: September 5, 2023

Dig this: A badger pops up on open space

Badger at Glassier Open Space

The wild inhabitants of Pitkin County’s open spaces aren’t always obvious, so when something new shows up on a wildlife camera, it’s cause for excitement, even if the animal has always been there. So it was with the first-eve...

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Pitkin County Blog
Posted on: June 23, 2023

The enduring significance of recycling: Overcoming negative information

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Written by Cathy Hall, Solid Waste Director for Pitkin CountyOriginally published in the Talking Trash with the Pitkin County Solid Waste Center blog

Recycling has long been championed as an essential practice for the betterment of our planet. How...

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Pitkin County Blog
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 Blog
Posted on: May 9, 2023

Are you high water ready?

Mudslide on Highway 133 in Redstone in 2019

Image caption: Hwy 133 was closed at the entrance to Redstone in 2019 due to mudslides.

A Q&A with Valerie MacDonald, Pitkin County Emergency Manager

In mid-April, the snowpack in the Roaring Fork Watershed was the highest it's been at that tim...

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Pitkin County Blog
Posted on: May 9, 2023

Property Reappraisals: A letter from Pitkin County Assessor Deb Bamesberger

Pitkin County Assessor Deb Bamesberger

As the Pitkin County Assessor, I am mandated by Colorado law to reappraise property every odd year. Mass appraisal is a process that allows for the valuation of all types of properties to produce uniform, fair and equitable values. 2023 is a reappraisal y...

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Pitkin County Blog
Posted on: May 5, 2023

Managing Sky Mountain Park for many users

An elk cow and calf on Cozyline Trail at Sky Mountain Park in July 2022.

By Pitkin County Open Space and Trails 

The hikers and mountain bikers who hit the trails of Sky Mountain Park on opening day (May 16) will join an impressive array of mammals and birds on the landscape – a testament to successful management of th...

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Pitkin County Blog
Posted on: March 13, 2023

New Sheriff Michael Buglione looks forward

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“The Sheriff’s Office is not mine, it belongs to the people who live in Pitkin County. My door is always open!”

  1. Tell us about yourself. What drew you to law enforcement?

I’m originally from New York and moved to Colorado in 1994. I entered the law enforceme...

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Pitkin County Blog
Posted on: March 9, 2023

Thanks to county staff & a look ahead at big county projects

Pitkin County Commissioner Francie Jacober

By Francie Jacober, chair of Pitkin County CommissionersFor this debut issue of Pitkin County Press, I first want to recognize the people who work to ensure this Valley continues to provide us with a sense of place, a commitment to natural beauty, and ade...

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Pitkin County Blog

News Flash

Posted on: September 21, 2023

Paving project on Woody Creek Road includes two-hour traffic holds

Woody Creek Road construction map

Two separate two-hour holds scheduled on Monday, September 25

PITKIN COUNTY, COLO (Sept. 21, 2023) - Pitkin County and its contractor partner Grand River Construction are nearing the conclusion of road work on Woody Creek Road. In order to pave a narrow se...

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Pitkin County PSA
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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Pitkin County PSA
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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Pitkin County PSA
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

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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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Pitkin County PSA
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

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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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Pitkin County PSA
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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Pitkin County PSA