Community Update
May 26, 2023
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Greetings!
The Yampa Valley Regional Airport (YVRA) is currently developing a Terminal Area Plan (TAP), to serve as the 20-year blueprint for the future layout, improvements, and expansion of the Airport’s terminal facilities. The TAP will recommend improvements to accommodate the recent and expected future enplanement growth as well as enhance the airport experience for passengers. This TAP focuses on the terminal area, which includes the commercial terminal building, commercial terminal apron, and parking lots. The recommendations from this TAP will replace out-dated recommendations from the 2015 Master Plan and address the terminal area needs for both short- and long-term planning purposes.
Please join us for a public information meeting on Thursday, June 1 from 5:30-7:30 pm in the Community Room of the Routt County Health & Human Services Building (135 6th Street, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487).
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Routt County Offices Closed: Routt County offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 29. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 30.
Flood Information: Routt County Office of Emergency Management has published two surveys to assist with flooding response. The first is a Flood Damage Self-Assessment Survey and the second is an Observation Survey. Both are available online at co.routt.co.us/flooding.
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Flood Damage Self-Assessment Survey: Property owners are encouraged to complete a Property Damage Self-Assessment if their property has been impacted by the current flooding in Routt County. All information submitted is private and accessible by County or municipal officials only. It is not publicly accessible. Once a self-assessment is completed and submitted, property owners can provide updates to these forms via e-mail at info@co.routt.co.us. Please do not submit the Flood Damage Self-Assessment Survey if someone from the County visited your home in the days following Dry Creek flooding. The County representative completed the survey for you. You can submit additions or changes by emailing info@co.routt.co.us or calling 970.871.8444.
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Observation Survey: Use this survey to submit images of flooded areas or areas of concern. We will monitor the submitted photos and will respond to these locations as needed. Some examples of what we are looking for are flooded areas, blocked culverts or debris or trees stuck on bridges or in waterways. If your cell phone does not have location services turned on, please submit an address or approximate GPS location with your photos.
Sandbag Station Available in Oak Creek: The Town of Oak Creek has sand piles located on Nancy Crawford Blvd, across the street from Town Hall, and a second sand pile located next to the Moffat Avenue historical society building. Sand bags can be requested by contacting Town Hall or Public Works.
Young Professionals Worry About Housing Costs: For the first two weeks of May 2023, the Young Professional Network as part of the Steamboat Springs Chamber conducted a housing survey to its members in partnership with the Brown Ranch Annexation Committee (BRAC). 254 individuals in the network responded to the survey questions and 104 provided additional comments. This survey follows the advice of the Urban Land Institute to pursue outreach to 20-40 year olds.
The key themes gleaned from the survey include the workforce leaving the community because of lack of housing; majority of respondents pay more than 30% of their income on housing; housing is unstable and there is a lack of supply of housing, even for high wage earners. The survey was presented at the BRAC meeting on May 24. The full report can be seen here.
Register for the CARbon-Free Challenge: YVSC's CARbon-Free Challenge is back, and it’s time to commit to using alternative transportation from June 1-30. Join us in taking a step to reduce emissions. Whether you decide to compete as a solo rider or as a family or adult team, you’ll have the chance to win awesome prizes from local sponsors by logging the miles you travel using alternative transportation. Contact Kate Brocato at kate@yvsc.org with any questions. Find all details and registration online at https://yvsc.org/carbon-free-challenge/.
Routt County Noxious Weed Days: Please join the Routt County Noxious Weed Program, Noxious Weed Advisory Board and CSU Master Gardeners for Routt County Noxious Weed Days on Saturday, June 3 and Sunday, June 11 from 8:00 am-12:00 pm. Both days are drop in no registration required, and will be held at 2300 County Shop Road, Steamboat Springs, 80487.These are educational events open to the public to help with plant identification and noxious weed management. We encourage you to bring:
- Any weed management questions you may have
- Plant specimens or photos to be identified
- Hand held or backpack sprayer to be calibrated
- Appropriate PPE if you are wishing to receive up to 5 gallons of premixed herbicide solution. PPE should include: long sleeves, long pants, shoes with socks, hand protection and eye protection. Herbicide is to target whitetop and many other broadleaf weeds.
Traffic Holds for Steamboat Marathon: The 42nd annual Steamboat Marathon will take place on Sunday, June 4 along RCR 129. Traffic will be held from 7:10 am until 7:30 am between Moon Hill and Cullen’s Corner. Single lane travel will start at 7:30 am until 1:30 pm or until the final athletes approach Highway 40. During this time single-lane travel will be permitted with a pilot car and flaggers along the race course. Detour will be available on CR 44. For more information visit steamboatmarathon.com or email marathon@steamboatchamber.com.
Brown Ranch Annexation Committee Meetings in June
The 2022 Routt County Master Plan (https://www.navigateyourroutt.com) identified west of Steamboat as a growth area. The Brown Ranch Annexation Committee (BRAC) is working on an agreement to annex 420 acres into the City of Steamboat Springs for workforce housing. Annexation is the process of where a municipality adds land and provides services. Since January, the committee has been meeting every two weeks to discuss the needs and costs of municipal services like water, sewer, stormwater drainage, street and alley maintenance, snow storage, parks, recreation, open space, and public safety. The next meetings are: June 7 and June 23, all at 9:00 am in Centennial Hall in the Carver Room. Public Comment is at 11:30 am. Agenda and materials can be found here.
Free Paint Recycling Drop-off: PaintCare is offering a free paint recycling drop-off event for Households and Businesses on June 25, 2023 from 9:00 am-1:00 pm at Steamboat Springs Middle School (39610 Amethyst Dr, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487). Space is limited, please register. Early drop-offs are considered illegal dumping and are not allowed. Paint must be in sealed, original container with original manufacturer label. This event is for the following products only:
- House paint and primers (latex or oil-based)
- Stains
- Deck and concrete sealers
- Clear finishes (e.g., varnishes, shellac)
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Assessor's Office Updates |
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Routt County Assessor, Gary Peterson and Routt County Commissioner Tim Corrigan, give great information about the Assessor's Office, the apprasial process and property taxes in the current Routt County Roundtable. You can listen to it at Steamboat Radio.
2023 Reassessment Information: Colorado law requires a two-year assessment cycle for all taxable real property. For tax years 2023 and 2024, the assessor is required to appraise all real property as of a June 30, 2022 level of value. The 2023 re-assessment Notices of Valuation were mailed to all real property owners on May 1, 2023. This Notice of Value reports the change in your property's value or classification from the 2021 reassessment and informs you of your rights to appeal per Colorado statutes. All information including a FAQ and Property Valuation Flyer can be found online at co.routt.co.us/2023Reassessment.
Appeal Information: Colorado law requires the county assessor to hear objections to real property classifications and valuations from May 2 through June 8. You can file an appeal to the assessor’s office by submitting your Notice of Value appeal form via email, fax (970-870-5461), or presented in person to our office. We are also utilizing the elections drop-box in the alley behind the historic downtown court house, and another drop-box in the hallway outside our office. Please use the appeal form on the back of your Notice of Value. Please sign your appeal and include contact information! If you need a blank form, click here.
To file a timely appeal, objections to the valuation or classification of real property must be postmarked or received no later than June 8, 2023. The assessor must make a decision concerning all filed appeals and mail a written Notice of Determination by June 30, 2023.
Questions? We have established an appointment only review process. To discuss your value or classification in-person or by telephone, you will need to schedule a 15-minute appointment with the appraiser assigned to your property. You will find the name of your appraiser on your Notice of Value. Please have your Notice of Value in-hand when making your appointment. You will need your Account Number and Appraiser Name. You can make an appointment online at co.routt.co.us/2023Reassessment.
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Building Department Updates |
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Please be advised that the CityView Portal site will be down for maintenance on Saturday, May 27 from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm MST. |
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Vaccines on Hold: As of May 15, 2023 appointments for vaccinations at Routt County Public Health will temporarily be on hold due to the department moving into the new Public Health & Human Services building. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We look forward to serving you in our new space!
Mental Health Awareness Month: May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s weekly message for week four of Mental Health Awareness Month encourages individuals to seek help if they need it and support others by offering words of encouragement and celebrating small successes.
Let’s support each other and make it okay to reach out and seek help whenever we need it.
- Be aware of the signs and symptoms of mental health issues so that we can all work together to support one another.
- If you are worried about your mental health or are worried about someone you know, there are resources and people out there who are willing to help, no matter what your situation is.
- Whether we share resources, encourage others to seek help or simply are there for someone when they need us, we instill hope and can help other to reach out when they need it most.
Please click here to visit Routt County Public Health’s mental health resources page.
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Full Time Job Openings:
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IT Software & Fiscal Support Tech - $30.51 - $40.25/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
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Accountant - $34.67 - $45.73/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
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Deputy Clerk - Recording - $21.40 - $28.95/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
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Public Health - Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Coordinator - $40.63 - $53.59/hr – Full Time & Full Benefits
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Detention Kitchen/Laundry Services Coordinator - $26.02 - $35.20/hr – Full Time & Full Benefits
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Public Safety Dispatcher I - $26.36 - $34.78/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
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Detention Deputy - $34.78 - $47.05/hr – Full Time & Full Benefits
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Information Systems Technician - $31.09 - $41.02/hr – Full Time & Full Benefits
Part-Time Job Openings:
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Human Services - Case Aide - $21.40 – $28.95/hr – Some Benefits
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Human Services - Program Specialist – Fatherhood Program - $21.40 – $28.95/hr – Some Benefits
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Memorial Day 2023 will occur on Monday, May 29. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades. Here are some of the gatherings in Routt County:
HAYDEN
Friday, May 26
6 p.m. — The public is invited to join the American Legion Post 89 placing American Flags at the Hayden Cemetery.
Memorial Day, Monday, May 29
5:30 p.m. — American Legion Members participating in the service meeting at the Hayden American Legion Post, 220 S. Third Street. Public is invited.
6 p.m. — Memorial Day Services at the Hayden Cemetery. Public invited.
6:30 p.m.— Memorial Day dinner at the Hayden American Legion Post, 220 S. Third Street.
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS
Memorial Day, Monday, May 29
11:00 am — flagpole veteran’s memorial in Steamboat Springs Cemetery
It is advised those attending the event arrive at least a half hour before the start of the ceremony as parking is limited. Buses will start loading at the Steamboat Transit Center at 9:30 am with the first bus departing at 9:45 am.
The last bus will leave the transit center at 10:30 am in order to be at the cemetery for the start of the ceremony. Buses will return to the transit center at the conclusion of the ceremony.
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