Community Update
July 15, 2022
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Greetings!
Here is some great information from the Routt County Elections department as they wrap-up the Primary Election. The department mailed 19428 ballots to Democrat, Republican and Unaffiliated voters. 5618 ballots counted: 1905 Democrats ballots, 1569 Republicans ballots and 2144 Unaffiliated voter's ballots (1015 returned Democrat and 1129 returned Republican). 132 ballots were rejected for the following reasons: 37 for signature discrepancy, 8 were missing signature, 31 unaffiliated voted both ballots, 1 voted wrong party’s ballot, 1 envelope did not contain a ballot, 49 ballots were late, 1 unaffiliated returned two blank ballots and 4 attempted to vote two ballots.
As we look ahead to the November election, we want to remind you that Election Day is November 8, 2022 and ballots for the General Election will mail out the week of October 17. Beginning with the November election, all drop off locations will be open to accept ballots until 7:00 pm on Election Day. Historically, the ballot drop-off locations (not polling locations) have been open during that place of business’s regular office hours. However, after the June Primary we will be changing that process based on community feedback. In the weeks leading up to Election Day, ballots can be dropped off at the drop-off locations during that location’s regular business hours. On Election Day, November 8, they will remain in place until 7:00 pm. We plan to open two additional polling locations on Election Day, one in Oak Creek and one in Hayden. Routt County will continue to utilize our two secure drop boxes located at 522 Lincoln Ave in the alley behind the old courthouse and 2025 Shield Dr. in the parking lot of the CLEF building. Listed on the secrecy sleeve of your mail ballot packet in every election you will find election information including the hours for ballot drop-off locations, VSPCs and other important information. This information, along with additional details and FAQs is available on our website www.co.routt.co.us/221/Elections.
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Master Plan Open for Public Comment: The Routt County Planning Commission is in the final steps of the Master Plan process, and still on schedule for approval and adoption in August 2022. The 2022 Draft Master Plan is available for community review and feedback until July 22. Send your comments to MasterPlan@co.routt.co.us. The Draft Master Plan can be found online at https://www.navigateyourroutt.com/draft-master-plan.
Please note these additional dates:
- August 4, 6:00 pm: Joint Public Meeting with Planning Commission and Board of County Commissioners. The public is invited to attend this meeting and make public comments about the Master Plan.
- August 30, 1:00 pm: Board of County Commissioners Public Hearing. The Board will host a public hearing to consider ratification of the Routt County Master Plan.
Help Routt County Plan for the Future: Routt County is soliciting applications to serve on the Routt County Planning Commission and the Board of Adjustment. The Planning Commission vacancy is eligible only to Town of Yampa residents; however, there will be county-wide openings to apply to for next year. These are voluntary positions but training, meals, and mileage reimbursements are provided. Find details and apply at https://www.co.routt.co.us/105/Vacancies
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Planning Commission: Commissioners participate in land use decisions, policy planning, and make decisions on development proposals in Routt County.
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Board of Adjustment: Board members review and make decisions on requests for variances of the Routt County Zoning Resolution.
Farmer's Markets are Open! Here are the details on Routt County's Farmer's Markets:
- Hayden - Thursdays (through September 29) 5:00-8:00 pm, South Walnut Street
- Oak Creek - Sundays (through September 4) 10:00 am-3:00 pm, Oak Creek Downtown Park
- Steamboat Springs - Saturdays (through September 24) 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, Yampa Street between 5th and 8th streets
Hayden Daze 2022: Come enjoy live music while you play disc golf or corn hole this weekend! There will be food, drinks and family entertainment on Friday, July 15 and Saturday, July 16. Find the full schedule of events at www.haydencolorado.com.
Are you signed up for Routt County Alerts? Get alerted about emergencies and other important community news by signing up for Routt County Alerts. This system enables us to provide you with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, such as severe weather, unexpected road closures, missing persons and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods. Sign up now at RouttCountyAlerts.com.
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Treasurer's Office Updates |
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Delinquent property tax notices for the tax year 2021 payable in 2022 should have arrived in mailboxes this week. Taxpayers who submitted their tax payment after July 1, 2022 may still receive a delinquent statement in the mail due to printing and mailing processing time.
The Routt County Treasurer & Public Trustee, Lane Iacovetto, reminds property owners who have not yet paid their taxes and did not submit a first half payment, began accruing delinquent interest as of May 1, 2022. Property owners who submitted the first half payment but did not submit a second half payment began accruing delinquent interest on June 16, 2022. Interest accrues at a rate of one percent each month, or part of a month, that it is delinquent, in accordance with the Colorado Revised State Statutes. Please note that all funds received from mortgage companies have been processed and posted at this time.
The online Routt County Tax Lien Sale is scheduled for October 28, 2022. Online registration for interested bidders must be completed between October 1-22, 2022 at: routt.coloradotaxsale.com. The annual tax lien sale is held to collect unpaid taxes to meet the budgetary requirements of all certified taxing authorities. The timely receipt of property taxes is essential to the effective delivery of services to you by our county fire districts, cities, towns, libraries, schools and special districts, as well as local law enforcement agencies. Property taxes and delinquent interest collected by the County Treasurer are distributed to these authorities.
For your convenience, there are several ways to make your payments. Property taxes can be paid online through August 31, 2022 by credit card, debit card, or electronic check. You may also mail payments to Routt County Treasurer, 522 Lincoln Ave Suite 22 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 or drop them off in our secure 24-hour drop box at 522 Lincoln Ave in Steamboat Springs. To ensure your payments are properly credited, please reference your schedule number on your check and include your payment coupons. More information about these options can be found at http://www.co.routt.co.us/213/Property-Tax.
If you have any other questions or concerns for the Routt County Treasurer & Public Trustee’s Office, we are available to taxpayers during our business hours: Monday-Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Please contact us via email at treasuer@co.routt.co.us or through our online chat option. More Information is also available on our website at: http://www.co.routt.co.us/211/Treasurer.
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Building Department Updates |
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June CY2022 Permit Reports: The Routt County June CY2022 Permit Reports are available for you to review online. June was the second largest month on record in terms of permit revenue for the Routt County Building Department. It appears to be a combination numerous Plan Reviews being completed in combination with large projects being permitted. Total Construction Valuation numbers city/county wide are up considerably this year due to high inflation, however total number of permits is almost identical to CY2021. We are not seeing more work than CY2021, but we are seeing high inflationary numbers boosting both valuations and revenue. The Building Department continues to maintain our published turn-around timeframes for Plan Reviews and Addendums, and next day inspection requests as well.
Wood Burning Appliances Inside AirShed Policy Update: Please review the updated policy on the type of allowed or approved EPA wood burning devices that can be installed when a property lies within the protected AirShed boundary.
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COVID-19 Reminders: Public Health wants to remind our community of ways to help contain the spread of COVID-19:
Public Health urges everyone to get vaccinated and/or boosted to keep individuals, families, and the community safe and healthy. The vaccination may not prevent you from getting the virus; however, it can help lessen the severity.
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CDPHE Vaccine Bus returns to Routt County on July 22. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) vaccine bus will be returning to Routt County to provide free vaccinations for the community. The bus will be located at the Stockbridge Transit Center in Steamboat Springs from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm on July 22.
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Public Health continues to offer COVID-19 vaccines for those 5 years and older on Thursday mornings from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Click here to register. Please talk with your primary care provider if you have any questions or concerns regarding COVID-19 vaccinations.
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Vaccinations are also available through your primary care provider. Please contact them directly for details.
Public Health has a limited supply of at-home COVID-19 tests available. At-home tests can be picked up during Public Health’s office hours Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
COVID-19 Update
Total case count in Routt County (through July 12, 2022): 7147
Total COVID-19 cases confirmed: 5374
Total Probable cases: 1773
Total tests administered: 107512
Total resident hospitalizations: 72
Total deaths: 25
Fourteen Day case count (June 29-July 12, 2022): 97
Percent Test Positivity per Dial 3.0 (fourteen day): 7.83%
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Full Time Job Openings:
- CU Extension - Office Technician
Hiring Range: $22.65 - $30.64/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
- Public Safety Records Assistant
Hiring Range: $20.18 - $25.40/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
- Human Services Program Specialist - Fatherhood Program
Hiring Range: $20.00 - $24.94/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
Hiring Range: $23.31 - $31.54/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
Hiring Range: $30.41 - $32.55/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
- Road & Bridge Equipment Operator - District 3 Steamboat Shop
Hiring Range: $22.11 - $24.46/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
- Yampa Valley Regional Airport OSS Superintendent
Hiring Range: $41.10 - $45.76/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
- Public Health Clinical Administrative Specialist
Hiring Range: $20.00 - $21.41/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
- Yampa Valley Regional Airport - Office Technician
Hiring Range: $22.65 - $26.65/hr – Full Time & Full Benefits
- Personal Property Appraiser
Hiring Range: $24.59-$28.06/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
- Public Safety Dispatcher I
Hiring Range: $24.75 - $26.50/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
Hiring Range: $32.50 - $38.24/hr – Full Time & Full Benefits
Hiring Range: $34.95 - $41.11/hr – Full Time & Full Benefits
Part-Time Job Openings:
- Yampa Valley Regional Airport – PT/YR Passenger Service Shuttle Bus Driver
Hiring Range: $40.00/hr flat rate
- Yampa Valley Regional Airport – PT/YR Operations-Safety-Security Officer
Hiring Range: $22.69 - $27.50/hr – Sick Time & Worker’s Compensation
- Yampa Valley Regional Airport – PT/YR Passenger Service Representative
Hiring Range: $20.00 - $21.41 /hr – Sick Time & Worker’s Compensation
Temp Job Openings:
Hiring Range: $20.00 - $27.06 /hr
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July 17 is National Ice Cream Day!
In 1984 President Reagan declared the third Sunday in July National Ice Cream Day. This year it is on July 17. What is your favorite flavor?
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