Community Update
June 17, 2022
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Greetings!
“Thank you for your time, your dedication and your service to this community. " Commissioner Tim Redmond recently thanked Rob Ryg for his years of service as Routt County's Coroner when Rob announced his retirement. Join the Routt County Commissioners to celebrate Rob and his dedication to Routt County.
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Voter Service and Polling Center Opens June 20: The Voter Service and Polling Center, located at 522 Lincoln Ave. Suite 21 in the office of the Clerk & Recorder, will open June 20, 2022. Hours will be
- Monday through Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm,
- Saturday June, 25, 2022 10:00 am-2:00 pm
- Tuesday, Election Day, June 28, 2022 7:00 am-7:00 pm
You be able to register to vote, update your registration, cast your ballot or vote on a machine. Questions can be directed to the Elections Division at 970-870-5558. Information about the June 28 Primary, including other ballot drop off locations, can be found on the Election page on the Routt County website.
Rainbow Family of Living Light Gathering in Routt County: The Rainbow Family of Living Light recently announced that the 50th anniversary of the annual gathering will take place in Adams Park in the Routt National Forest from July 1-7, 2022. This is not a permitted event and the County has no permitting authority on the gathering. The County's role is to work with state, local and federal groups to be prepared to ensure the safety of residents and visitors. The Forest Service has established a webpage for updates regarding this gathering, visit 2022 Rainbow Family of Living Light National Gathering page for details.
Farmer's Markets are Open! It's mid-June and that means Farmer's Market season! We have a few to choose from in Routt County, here are the details:
- 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
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.
Yampa Valley Recycles Depot Updates: Yampa Valley Recycles Depot has aligned their hours with Lift Up's new hours. They will be open Wednesday and Friday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and are closed on Mondays. Additionally, they have now partnered with Integrated Community to provide Spanish language support for community members on the last Friday of the month. The first dia de reciclaje will be held June 24.
County Road 18 Re-opens: CR 18 is open as of Friday, June 17 at 7:00 am. High clearance vehicles are recommended when accessing this area and the road may be impassible at times of inclement weather.
Wildfire Smoke Impact Study: University of Washington in Seattle is leading a study on the impacts of wildfire smoke on the immune system. As wildfire season becomes longer and more severe, there is a critical need to understand the impact of wildfire smoke on the body. It is known that smoke inhalation can trigger an immune response in the body and the aim of this study is to research the nature of this immune system activation. Interested participants can find all details here: https://depts.washington.edu/bcmelab/wildfires/
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.
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 Final Day June 26: 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 (until June 26) from 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Registering online is recommended, but not required.
COVID-19 Update
Total case count in Routt County (through June 14, 2022): 6905
Total COVID-19 cases confirmed: 5164
Total Probable cases: 1741
Total tests administered: 104932
Total resident hospitalizations: 83
Total deaths: 25
Fourteen Day case count (June 1-14, 2022): 131
Percent Test Positivity per Dial 3.0 (fourteen day): 11.14%
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Full Time Job Openings:
- Motor Vehicle Department - Deputy Clerk
Hiring Range: $20.00 - $21.41/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
- Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Coordinator
Hiring Range: $34.33 - $39.18/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
- Yampa Valley Regional Airport OSS Superintendent
Hiring Range: $41.10 - $45.76/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
Hiring Range: $39.32 - $53.20/hr - Full Time & Full Benefits
- CSU 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
- 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 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 – PT/YR Passenger Service Representative
Hiring Range: $20.00 - $21.41 /hr – Sick Time & Worker’s Compensation
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Statue of Liberty arrives in New York Harbor, June 17, 1885
The Statue of Liberty arrived in New York on this day in 1885 aboard the French frigate Isère — in 214 crates that held the disassembled gift from the people of France. Nearly a quarter-of-a-million onlookers lined Battery Park, while hundreds of boats pulled into the harbor to welcome the Isère.
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