Community Update
June 3, 2022
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Greetings!
Just a quick reminder to expect road closures and lots of runners on Sunday! The 41st annual running of the Steamboat Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K is on Sunday, June 5. In downtown Steamboat, westbound lanes of Lincoln Avenue will be closed from 5th to 11th Streets for the finish of all races and racers’ safety. Vehicle traffic will be split (one in each direction) in the two lanes normally designated for eastbound traffic on US40. In addition, a rolling closure on 5th Street from Lincoln to Oak will be encountered Sunday morning, between 6:00-9:00 am, for the 10K start. 6th Street between Lincoln Avenue and Oak Street will also be closed (6:00 am-3:00 pm) for the Vendors Expo and race activities. When traveling Routt County Road 129 (Elk River Road), anticipate numerous runners, support vehicles and emergency apparatus on the road and please slow down and give ample room when passing. Additional traffic controls will be in place further north on CR 129 with detours and one-way traffic. Traffic controls and pilot car operations will also be encountered around key points such as Elk River Estates, Cullen’s Corner, Moon Hill, Steamboat Springs Airport, and CR 44/129 intersections.
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Ballots being sent on June 6: The Clerk & Recorder’s office will be mailing out ballots to all Democrat, Republican and unaffiliated voters for the June 28 Primary election beginning June 6. Unaffiliated voters who have not preferenced a republican or democratic ballot will receive a ballot packet that contains both and must choose only one to vote and return. Questions can be directed to the Elections Division at 970-870-5558. Information about the June 28 Primary can be found on the Elections page on the Routt County website.
Mag Chloride is headed to town: Beginning Monday, June 6 crews will continue the Dust Suppression project on CR 42, CR 46 and CR 44A. Visit the website at https://www.co.routt.co.us/374/Road-Work-Closures for daily updates on where the crews are working. Please contact the Road & Bridge Department at 970-870-5552 if you have questions.
Having difficulty paying for Onsite Wastewater Treatment System repairs? The USDA offers low interest loans for home improvements, including OWTS. Apply on the USDA's website here. Find more information about septic permits on Routt County's Environmental Health webpages.
May Building Department Permit Reports Available: The Routt County Regional Building Department May CY2022 Permit Reports can be viewed here.
Nurturing Fathers Program Offered: Fatherhood Program of Routt County will be offering the Nurturing Fathers Program starting June 14. The NFP helps build upon his skillset and connects him with other area fathers so he can be healthy and support those most important to him. Dinner and childcare provided each week for in-person attendees. The program will take place Tuesdays, 6-8pm, June 14-August 16 at Old Town Hot Springs (or via Zoom). The cost is $75 for in-person and $50 remote. RSVP to Tom at 970-875-4229.
Join the CARbon-Free Challenge: YVSC is excited to bring back a summer activity staple, the CARbon-Free Challenge to encourage locals to reduce their environmental impact by taking alternative transportation during the month of June. As in years past, participants will log their miles for the chance to win awesome prizes from our local sponsors and have the ability to take part as a solo rider, family, or adult team. Participants can log miles for commuting, running errands going out, etc., all while using an alternative form of travel (e.g. walking, biking, longboarding, rollerblading, etc.). Register today at https://yvsc.org/carbon-free-challenge/.
Volunteer for the Wet Meadows Restoration Event: Join YVSC's Yampa Valley Climate Crew and Wildlands Restoration Volunteers to help restore wet meadows and riparian areas! This volunteer event will be June 16-19. These ecosystems are vital for carbon storage and wildlife habitat, including Greater-Sage grouse, migratory birds, elk, and mule deer. Volunteers will use innovative, yet simple, restoration methods called one-rock dams to raise the water table and re-establish wetland meadows and riparian areas in sagebrush habitat. For more information about the event and the work involved visit https://yvsc.org/yampa-valley-climate-crew/.
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Mako Community COVID-19 Testing Location Change: The free Mako Community COVID-19 testing has moved to the parking lot of the Justice Center at 1955 Shield Dr., Steamboat Springs, CO 80487. Testing will continue on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Registering online is recommended, but not required.
COVID-19 Update
Total case count in Routt County (through May 31, 2022): 6715
Total COVID-19 cases confirmed: 4977
Total Probable cases: 1738
Total tests administered: 103745
Total resident hospitalizations: 83
Total deaths: 25
Fourteen Day case count (May 18-31 2022): 123
Percent Test Positivity per Dial 3.0 (fourteen day): 6.95%
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Full Time Job Openings:
Hiring Range: $39.32 - $53.20/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
- Extension - Office Technician
Hiring Range: $22.65 - $30.64/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
- Board of County Commissioners - Office Assistant
Hiring Range: $20.00-$24.94/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 Janitorial Service Worker
Hiring Range: $20.00 - $21.41 /hr – Sick Time & Worker’s Compensation
- 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 – Passenger Service Representative
Hiring Range: $20.00 - $21.41 /hr – Sick Time & Worker’s Compensation
Seasonal/Temporary Job Openings:
Hiring Rage: $22.61 - $24.21/hr – Sick Time & Worker’s Compensation
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June is National Camping Month
June is National Camping Month and for the third consecutive year, Gov. Polis plans to proclaim June, Dark Sky Month. So head outside and enjoy the stars! Colorado Parks & Wildlife offer the best state parks for Stargazing.
Here are a few tips for responsible lighting practices:
- Did you know that more than 80 percent of migrating birds travel at night? Remember to always turn off any unnecessary lights that may attract or disorient birds traveling through the night sky. This will help save energy, too!
- Before installing or replacing a light, determine if light is needed. Consider how the use of light will impact the area, including wildlife and the environment.
- Light at camp can be a fatal attraction for insects. Animal species that rely on insects for food are negatively impacted when bugs are attracted to your campsite. Try to only use lights when you need them, and remember to turn them off when you leave your site or go to bed.
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