Routt County, Colorado
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Municipal budget
Total revenue$76.7M (FY2023)
Total spending$61.3M (FY2023)
Taxes$37.1M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$3.6M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,443 (FY2023)
Development activity
2025218 housing units ($305.2M)
Upcoming
Thu Jul 23, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
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JOINT MEETING WITH THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS AND THE TOWN OF OAK CREEK
l South Routt Housing Authority Update
l Yampa Valley RTA Update
l Sales Tax Ballot Measures
BOARD PACKET (07-23-2026).PDF
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special accommodation due to a
disability, please call the Commissioners' Office at (970) 879-0108 to ensure we can
meet your needs. Please notify us of your request as soon as possible before the
scheduled event.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to
everyone. Our ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content Accessibility
Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, level AA criteria. This agenda includes links to
information provided by a third party over which we cannot guarantee
accessibility. If the format of any material on this agenda interferes with your
ability to access information, please contact us . Additional ways to provide feedback
regarding accessibility are available online (www.co.routt.co.us/994/Website -
Accessibility).
ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Regular Meeting Agenda
July 23, 2026
Times listed on the agenda are approximations and may be longer, shorter,
or earlier than scheduled, with no notice. Agendas are subject to change up
to 24 hours before the start of the meeting. To ensure
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Mon Jul 27, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
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CALL TO ORDER
COUNTY MANAGER/LEGAL/COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Jay Harrington, County Manager
Melina Bricker, Assistant County Manager
Lynaia South, County Attorney
US FOREST SERVICE
Michael Woodbridge, District Ranger
General update
BREAK
4H LIVESTOCK SALE PRESENTATION
Routt County 4-H members are inviting the Routt County Commissioners to the
Routt County Fair and thanking them for their generous support of the 4-H
program.
COLORADO PROPOSITION 308
Discussion of Proposed Initiative 308, a collaborative effort led by TPL, TNC,
WRA CoCo, and partners for the November ballot. The measure would
dedicate approximately $175 million annually from existing sales tax revenue
on sporting goods and outdoor equipment to support wildfire risk reduction,
land and water conservation, outdoor recreation, and access to nature,
without raising taxes or increasing product costs.
UPPER YAMPA WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
MEMBERSHIPS AND OUTSIDE FUNDING
Discussion on current County memberships and outside funding requests.
MEETING ADJOURNED
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special accommodation due to a
disability, please call the Commissioners' Office at (970) 879-0108 to ensure we can
meet your needs. Please notify us of your request as soon as possible before the
scheduled event.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to
everyone. Our ongoing ac
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Tue Jul 28, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment must be presented succinctly and as prescribed by the BCC
Chair. Public comment will not be heard during this time if it concerns any item
scheduled for today or quasi -judicial items (hearings scheduled to be heard by
the BCC involving the presentation of evidence in any form for BCC
consideration). Public comment for an item scheduled on today ’s agenda may
be taken during that item ’s scheduled time. The BCC will take public comment
under consideration but will not make any decision or take action at this time.
IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THE MEETING REMOTELY, To make a public comment
raise your hand on the Zoom platform or if calling in press *9. The moderator will
then select you when it is your turn. Written public comments can also be
submitted to
[email protected]. Please indicate in the subject line of your
email that it is a public comment. Public comments will be entered into the
record.
APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, MANUAL WARRANTS, AND PAYROLL
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Items of routine and non-controversial nature are placed on the consent
agenda to allow the Board of County Commissioners to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any Commissioner
may request that an item be "PULLED" from the consent agenda and
considered separately. Any member of the public may "REQUEST" any item
to be "PULLED" from the consent agenda.
RATIFICATION OF THE COMMISSIONERS' SIGNATURES ON A LETTER
OF S
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Recent meetings
Tue Jul 21, 2026
Museum Board
Board reviews recent grant projects and schedules fall grant application review
The Museum and Heritage Fund Advisory Board will approve the April 21, 2026 meeting minutes and receive updates on capacity‑building grants awarded to several local historical societies. Reported projects include $4,000 for ceiling and lighting and $9,000 for preservation at Hahns Peak Area Historical Society, a $50,000 rehabilitation match for the Hayden Heritage Center, $15,650 for landscaping at the Oak Creek and Phippsburg Historical Society, and a $27,720 museum construction documents project for the Yampa‑Egeria Historical Society. The board will also set the next meeting to review fall‑cycle grant applications.
- Approve April 21, 2026 meeting minutes
- Hahns Peak Area Historical Society: $4,000 ceiling & lighting, $9,000 preservation (closed)
- Hayden Heritage Center: $50,000 rehabilitation project (State Historic Fund match)
- Oak Creek & Phippsburg Historical Society: $15,650 Coal Miner’s Bucket Park landscaping Phase III
- Yampa‑Egeria Historical Society: $27,720 museum construction documents project ($10,613.93 disbursed to date)
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STATE OF COLORADO
COUNTY OF ROUTT
MUSEUM AND HERITAGE FUND ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
AGENDA
July 21, 2026
6:00 PM
Commissioners' Hearing Room
3rd Floor of the Historic Courthouse
Join the Meeting via Zoom by clicking here.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL FOR PURPOSE OF DETERMINING A QUORUM (5)
PUBLIC COMMENT
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF THE APRIL 21, 2026 MINUTES OF THE
MUSEUM AND HERITAGE FUND ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
4.21.2026 DRAFT MAHFAB MEETING MINUTES.PDF
CAPACITY BUILDING GRANT UPDATES
HAHNS PEAK AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Recently closed or currently open projects for the Hahns Peak Area Historical
Society:
l Ceiling and Lighting Projects- $4,000 (closed)
l Preservation Projects- $9,000 (closed)
HPAHS GRANT UPDATES 2026.PDF
HAYDEN HERITAGE CENTER
Recently closed or currently open projects for the Hayden Heritage:
l Hayden Dept Rehabilitation Project (Sate Historic Fund Grant match)-
$50,000
HHC UPDATES 2026.PDF
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF OAK CREEK AND PHIPPSBURG
Recently closed or currently open projects for the Historical Society of Oak Creek
and Phippsburg:
l Coal Miner's Bucket Park Landscaping Phase III- $15,650
HSOCP UPDATES 2026.PDF
HISTORIC ROUTT COUNTY
No recent grant activity.
STEAMBOAT HISTORY MUSEUM
Recently closed or currently open projects for the Steamboat History Museum:
l Perry Mansfield Online Archive Project- $5,000 (sponsored)
YAMPA-EGERIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Recently closed or currently open projects for the Yampa-Egeria Historical Society:
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Thu Jul 16, 2026
Planning
Planning Commission to consider zone change and consolidation for Aspenglow Mountain
The Planning Commission will meet via Zoom to review a request for a zone change, consolidation, and vacation of easements. The primary item is listed on the consent agenda for the Aspenglow Mountain subdivision.
- PL20250100: Consolidation, zone change, and vacation of easements for Aspenglow Mountain Subdivision Filing 2 and Steamboat Lakes Filing No2
- Applicant: James and Madeleine Vail
- Location: 57095 Venus Place, Clark, CO
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
July 16, 2026
6:00 PM
*ZOOM ONLY*
Agendas are subject to change up to 24 hours before the start of the
meeting. To ensure you have the most up -to-date information, please check
the agenda within 24 hours of its start time.
Planning Commission meetings are open to the public unless otherwise
noted. All meetings will be held in the Routt County Historic Courthouse -
522 Lincoln Avenue, Hearing Room, Steamboat Springs - or otherwise noted.
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Meeting ID 391 342 8854
Passcode 12345
CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may address the Planning Commission on items not on the
agenda. (Comments regarding items on the agenda will be taken during that agenda
item.)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MINUTES FROM JULY 2, 2026
070226-pc-draft_CL.pdf
CONSENT AGENDA
There will be no discussion of the below item(s). If any Planning Commission member or
staff requests that the item be removed from consent agenda, it will be placed on the
regular agenda.
ASPENGLOW MOUNTAIN SUBDIVISION FILING 2, CONSOLIDATION, ZONE
CHANGE, AND VACATION OF EASEMENTS; PL20250100
PL20250100 Staff Report with Attachments.pdf
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Administrator's Report may include the reading of future Planning Commission agendas
and recent Board of County Commissioner decisions.
ADJOURNMENT
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act.
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Tue Jul 14, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners to consider $590K conservation easement for Slate Creek property
The board will vote on two Purchase of Development Rights projects: final funding of $235,000 for the Dyer Property and $590,104 for the Slate Creek conservation easement. They will also discuss a response to proposed oil and gas lease offerings on U.S. Forest Service lands and consider electing the 1908/25% Act 7-year rolling average payment method for U.S. Forest Service Secure Rural Schools funding.
- PDR Project 220 – Dyer Property: final funding of $235,000 for conservation easement plus up to $71,500 in transaction costs
- PDR Project 221 – Slate Creek: funding of $590,104 for conservation easement plus up to $30,000 in transaction costs
- Discussion and consideration of Routt County's response to proposed oil and gas lease offerings on U.S. Forest Service lands
- Approval of liquor license renewals for Steamboat Ski and Resort Corp dba Stoker Bar and City of Steamboat Springs dba Haymaker Patio Grill
- Consideration of RFP 888 CR 80 Slide and Road Stabilization Design professional services
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment must be presented succinctly and as prescribed by the BCC
Chair. Public comment will not be heard during this time if it concerns any item
scheduled for today or quasi -judicial items (hearings scheduled to be heard by
the BCC involving the presentation of evidence in any form for BCC
consideration). Public comment for an item scheduled on today ’s agenda may
be taken during that item ’s scheduled time. The BCC will take public comment
under consideration but will not make any decision or take action at this time.
IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THE MEETING REMOTELY, To make a public comment
raise your hand on the Zoom platform or if calling in press *9. The moderator will
then select you when it is your turn. Written public comments can also be
submitted to
[email protected]. Please indicate in the subject line of your
email that it is a public comment. Public comments will be entered into the
record.
APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, MANUAL WARRANTS, AND PAYROLL
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Items of routine and non-controversial nature are placed on the consent
agenda to allow the Board of County Commissioners to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any Commissioner
may request that an item be "PULLED" from the consent agenda and
considered separately. Any member of the public may "REQUEST" any item
to be "PULLED" from the consent agenda.
APPROVAL OF AND AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR TO SIGN A
LIQUOR L
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Planning
Board to decide two setback variance requests
The Routt County Board of Adjustment will consider two requests for adjustments to setback regulations: one to allow an existing barn to remain in place, and another to permit an addition into a setback area. The board will also approve minutes from the June 8, 2026 meeting and receive an administrator's report.
- Enever Barn Adjustment (PL20260029) — request to allow existing barn to remain within setbacks at TR 19 Blacktail Mtn Estates Filing 1, near Valley View Lane and Yellow Jacket Dr
- Rohnstock and Anderson Addition Adjustment (PL20260044) — request to allow an addition into setbacks at 31650 Aspen Ridge Rd, near Aspen Ridge Rd and Agat Creek Rd
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BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA
July 13, 2026
6:00 PM
Agendas are subject to change up to 24 hours before the start of the
meeting. To ensure you have the most up -to-date information, please check
the agenda within 24 hours of its start time.
Planning Commission meetings are open to the public unless otherwise
noted. All meetings will be held in the Routt County Historic Courthouse -
522 Lincoln Avenue, Hearing Room, Steamboat Springs - or otherwise noted.
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Meeting ID 391 342 8854
Passcode 12345
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MINUTES FROM JUNE 8, 2026
060826-boa-corrected_CL.pdf
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
ENEVER BARN ADJUSTMENT; PL20260029
PL20260029 Staff Report with Attachments.pdf
ROHNSTOCK AND ANDERSON ADDITION ADJUSTMENT; PL20260044
PL20260044 Staff Report with Attachments.pdf
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Administrator's Report may include the reading of future Board of Adjustments agendas.
ADJOURNMENT
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special accommodation due to a disability,
please call the Commissioners' Office at (970) 879-0108 to ensure we can meet your
needs. Please notify us of your request as soon as possible before the scheduled
event.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to
everyone. Our ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content
Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, level AA criteria. This agend
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Routt County Board of County Commissioners Work Session
This meeting is a work session consisting of procedural updates from the County Manager, Assistant County Manager, and County Attorney. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.
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CALL TO ORDER
COUNTY MANAGER/LEGAL/COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Jay Harrington, County Manager
Melina Bricker, Assistant County Manager
Lynaia South, County Attorney
MEETING ADJOURNED
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special accommodation due to a
disability, please call the Commissioners' Office at (970) 879-0108 to ensure we can
meet your needs. Please notify us of your request as soon as possible before the
scheduled event.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to
everyone. Our ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content Accessibility
Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, level AA criteria. This agenda includes links to
information provided by a third party over which we cannot guarantee accessibility.
If the format of any material on this agenda interferes with your ability to access
information, please contact us. Additional ways to provide feedback regarding
accessibility are available online ( www.co.routt.co.us/994/Website -Accessibility).
ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Work Session Agenda
July 13, 2026
Times listed on the agenda are approximations and may be longer, shorter,
or earlier than scheduled, with no notice. Agendas are subject to change up
to 24 hours before the start of the meeting. To ensure you have the most
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Thu Jul 9, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
County board holds property valuation appeal hearings
The Routt County Board of Equalization will conduct hearings on property valuation and classification appeals. The agenda is procedural, outlining hearing procedures and public attendance options. No specific properties or dollar amounts are listed.
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COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION HEARINGS
July 9, 2026
All Board of Equalization hearings are open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Hearings will be held at 522 Lincoln Avenue, Steamboat Springs, in the
Commissioners' Hearing Room, 3rd floor of the Historic Courthouse, or otherwise
noted. When attending remotely, please join 5 minutes before the start of your
scheduled time.
Click Here to join via Zoom.
OVERVIEW OF HEARING PROCEDURES
The hearing officer, having been appointed by the Board of County Commissioners as
an independent referee, will conduct the hearing. No discussion of taxes will be
allowed, as the subject matter of the hearings is in relation to property valuation
and/or classification. The procedure for each hearing is as follows; both sides will
have the opportunity to present their evidence, and then the hearing officer will
have a chance to ask questions of both parties and determine their recommendation.
All programs, services and activities of Routt County are operated in compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need a special accommodation as a result
of a disability, please call the Commissioners Office at (970) 879 -0108 to assure that
we can meet your needs. Please notify us of your request as soon as possible prior
to the scheduled event.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to
everyone. Our ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content Accessibility
Guidelines (WCAG) versio
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Tue Jul 7, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners to review land development rights and self-storage zoning
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several land-use approvals and review Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) projects. The meeting also includes discussions on criminal justice grants and a contract with the US Forest Service.
- Resolution 2026-P-054 for a zone change and conditional use permit for self-storage (Project PL20250053/PL20250052)
- Lot consolidation and utility easement vacation for Lots 9 and 10, Steamboat Pines Filing No. 1
- Tier I review of PDR Project 226 and Tier II review of PDR Projects 220 and 221
- 2026 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant and Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program grant
- Authorization to sign the US Forest Service Contract
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment must be presented succinctly and as prescribed by the BCC
Chair. Public comment will not be heard during this time if it concerns any item
scheduled for today or quasi -judicial items (hearings scheduled to be heard by
the BCC involving the presentation of evidence in any form for BCC
consideration). Public comment for an item scheduled on today ’s agenda may
be taken during that item ’s scheduled time. The BCC will take public comment
under consideration but will not make any decision or take action at this time.
IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THE MEETING REMOTELY, To make a public comment
raise your hand on the Zoom platform or if calling in press *9. The moderator will
then select you when it is your turn. Written public comments can also be
submitted to
[email protected]. Please indicate in the subject line of your
email that it is a public comment. Public comments will be entered into the
record.
APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, MANUAL WARRANTS, AND PAYROLL
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Items of routine and non-controversial nature are placed on the consent
agenda to allow the Board of County Commissioners to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any Commissioner
may request that an item be "PULLED" from the consent agenda and
considered separately. Any member of the public may "REQUEST" any item
to be "PULLED" from the consent agenda.
APPROVAL OF AND AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR TO SIGN THE US
FOR
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Mon Jul 6, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Board to hear manager and attorney updates
The Routt County Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to receive updates from the County Manager, Assistant County Manager, and County Attorney. The meeting is scheduled for July 6, 2026, at the Routt County Historic Courthouse in Steamboat Springs.
- County Manager and Assistant County Manager updates
- County Attorney updates
- Work session at Routt County Historic Courthouse
- Meeting to be held in Hearing Room
- Meeting to be held via Zoom
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CALL TO ORDER
COUNTY MANAGER/LEGAL/COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Jay Harrington, County Manager
Melina Bricker, Assistant County Manager
Lynaia South, County Attorney
MEETING ADJOURNED
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special accommodation due to a
disability, please call the Commissioners' Office at (970) 879-0108 to ensure we can
meet your needs. Please notify us of your request as soon as possible before the
scheduled event.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to
everyone. Our ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content Accessibility
Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, level AA criteria. This agenda includes links to
information provided by a third party over which we cannot guarantee accessibility.
If the format of any material on this agenda interferes with your ability to access
information, please contact us. Additional ways to provide feedback regarding
accessibility are available online ( www.co.routt.co.us/994/Website -Accessibility).
ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Work Session Agenda
July 6, 2026
Times listed on the agenda are approximations and may be longer, shorter,
or earlier than scheduled, with no notice. Agendas are subject to change up
to 24 hours before the start of the meeting. To ensure you have the most u
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Thu Jul 2, 2026
Planning
Hahns Peak Village lot consolidation and easement vacation on consent agenda
The Planning Commission will vote on a consent agenda item to consolidate Lots 4 and 5 and vacate easements at Hahns Peak Village (PL20260008). They will also approve minutes from June 4 and June 18, 2026, and hear an administrator's report. The meeting is held via Zoom only.
- Approval of minutes from June 4 and June 18, 2026
- Consent item: Hahns Peak Village Lot 4 and 5 consolidation and vacation of easements (PL20260008)
- Administrator's report on future agendas and recent Board of County Commissioner decisions
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✓ Decided: Commission approved consent agenda item PL2026008 (lot consolidation) by 6‑0 vote
The Planning Commission approved the June 4 and June 18 meeting minutes unanimously. It then approved the consent agenda, which includes a petition to consolidate Lot 4 and Lot 5 in the Hahn’s Peak Village Subdivision and to vacation certain utility easements, with a 6‑0 vote (Chair voting yes). No public comment was received and the meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m.
- Approved June 4, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved June 18, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda item PL2026008 (lot consolidation and easement vacation) (6‑0, Chair yes)
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
July 2, 2026
6:00 PM
*ZOOM ONLY*
Agendas are subject to change up to 24 hours before the start of the
meeting. To ensure you have the most up -to-date information, please check
the agenda within 24 hours of its start time.
Planning Commission meetings are open to the public unless otherwise
noted. All meetings will be held in the Routt County Historic Courthouse -
522 Lincoln Avenue, Hearing Room, Steamboat Springs - or otherwise noted.
Join via ZOOM
Meeting ID 391 342 8854
Passcode 12345
CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may address the Planning Commission on items not on the
agenda. (Comments regarding items on the agenda will be taken during that agenda
item.)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MINUTES FROM JUNE 4, 2026
060426-pc-corrected_CL.pdf
MINUTES FROM JUNE 18, 2026
061826-pc-corrected_CL.pdf
CONSENT AGENDA
There will be no discussion of the below item(s). If any Planning Commission member or
staff requests that the item be removed from consent agenda, it will be placed on the
regular agenda.
HAHNS PEAK VILLAGE LOT 4 AND 5 CONSOLIDATION AND VACATION OF
EASEMENTS; PL20260008
PL20260008 Staff Report with Attachments.pdf
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Administrator's Report may include the reading of future Planning Commission agendas
and recent Board of County Commissioner decisions.
ADJOURNMENT
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
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ROUTT COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
DRAFT MINUTES
JULY 2, 2026
The meeting of the Routt County Planning Commission was called to order at
6:00 p.m. with the following members present: Chair Steve Warnke and
Commissioners Nick Belz, Andrew Benjamin, Bill Norris, David Hoffman, Jim
DeFrancia. Commissioners Brian Kelly, Linda Miller, Robin Schepper, David
Miller, and Tim Sullivan were absent. Staff planner Greg Jaeger also attended.
Sarah Katherman prepared the minutes.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment.
MINUTES – June 4, 2026
Commissioner DeFrancia moved to approve the above cited minutes, as written.
Commissioner Norris seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
MINUTES – June 18, 2026
Commissioner DeFrancia moved to approve the above cited minutes, as written.
Commissioner Norris seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA
Activity: PL2026008
Applicant: Jacob Benjamin Ehrlich Generation Skipping
Trust - Ben Ratliff, Trustee
Petition: 1. Consolidation of Lot 4 and Lot 5 Hahn’s Peak
Village Subdivision
2. Vacation of utility easements along interior lot
line and a small 3 foot wide 100-foot-long
easement in the southeast corner of the lot that
has a building encroachment
Location: 25065 Aspen Way; located 0.07 miles from the
intersection of CR 129 and Aspen Way
MOTION
R.C.P.C. MINUTES July 2, 2026
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Commissioner DeFrancia moved to approve the consent agenda, as
presented. Commissioner Norris seconded the motion. The consent
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Tue Jun 30, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
County to consider Unified Development Code text amendment #4
The Board of County Commissioners will consider and possibly adopt the Unified Development Code text amendment #4 (PL20250088), which would revise county development regulations. The board will also act on several consent agenda items, including special use permits for Peabody Coal Haul and Peabody Sage Creek Coal Mine, ratification of a letter regarding the Enterprise Pipeline Spill, and vacation of utility easements. Other items include adopting the International Fire Code for the West Routt Fire Protection District, approving a contract modification for environmental health services, and renewing agreements for human services and early childhood programs.
- Unified Development Code text amendment #4 (PL20250088)
- Authorization to sign special use permit for Peabody Coal Haul (PL2026019)
- Authorization to sign special use permit for Peabody Sage Creek Coal Mine (PL20250099)
- Resolution adopting the International Fire Code for West Routt Fire Protection District
- Resolution 2026-P-014 vacation of utility easements (PL20250081)
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment must be presented succinctly and as prescribed by the BCC
Chair. Public comment will not be heard during this time if it concerns any item
scheduled for today or quasi -judicial items (hearings scheduled to be heard by
the BCC involving the presentation of evidence in any form for BCC
consideration). Public comment for an item scheduled on today ’s agenda may
be taken during that item ’s scheduled time. The BCC will take public comment
under consideration but will not make any decision or take action at this time.
IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THE MEETING REMOTELY, To make a public comment
raise your hand on the Zoom platform or if calling in press *9. The moderator will
then select you when it is your turn. Written public comments can also be
submitted to
[email protected]. Please indicate in the subject line of your
email that it is a public comment. Public comments will be entered into the
record.
APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, MANUAL WARRANTS, AND PAYROLL
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Items of routine and non-controversial nature are placed on the consent
agenda to allow the Board of County Commissioners to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any Commissioner
may request that an item be "PULLED" from the consent agenda and
considered separately. Any member of the public may "REQUEST" any item
to be "PULLED" from the consent agenda.
AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR TO SIGN SPECIAL USE PERMIT
PL20260
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Mon Jun 29, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Routt County Commissioners hold work session with staff updates
This is a work session agenda with no specific public hearings or action items. The Board will hear updates from the County Manager, Assistant County Manager, and County Attorney. No votes or decisions are scheduled.
- No notable items; agenda consists of staff updates only.
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CALL TO ORDER
COUNTY MANAGER/LEGAL/COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Jay Harrington, County Manager
Melina Bricker, Assistant County Manager
Lynaia South, County Attorney
MEETING ADJOURNED
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special accommodation due to a
disability, please call the Commissioners' Office at (970) 879-0108 to ensure we can
meet your needs. Please notify us of your request as soon as possible before the
scheduled event.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to
everyone. Our ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content Accessibility
Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, level AA criteria. This agenda includes links to
information provided by a third party over which we cannot guarantee accessibility.
If the format of any material on this agenda interferes with your ability to access
information, please contact us. Additional ways to provide feedback regarding
accessibility are available online ( www.co.routt.co.us/994/Website -Accessibility).
ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Work Session Agenda
June 29, 2026
Times listed on the agenda are approximations and may be longer, shorter,
or earlier than scheduled, with no notice. Agendas are subject to change up
to 24 hours before the start of the meeting. To ensure you have the most
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Tue Jun 23, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Routt County adopts Stage 2 fire restrictions, emergency plan
The Board of County Commissioners will consider adopting Stage 2 fire restrictions effective noon on June 23, 2026, and adopt the 2026 Routt County Emergency Operations Plan. Other items include a consent agenda with an amended audit engagement letter and a letter of support for the Elkhead Creek Watershed Resilience project, a Finding Common Purpose Grant request, designation of the Yampa Ranch Historic Barn to the county historic register, and awarding a contract for garage door replacement at Yampa Valley Regional Airport.
- Adopt Stage 2 fire restrictions (Ordinance 2026-001) effective 12:00 PM June 23
- Adoption of 2026 Routt County Emergency Operations Plan (Resolution 2026-051)
- Designation of Yampa Ranch Historic Barn to Routt County Historic Register
- Finding Common Purpose Grant request ($23,000 from file name)
- Award RFP 889 for OSS/Maintenance Garage Door Replacement at YVRA
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment must be presented succinctly and as prescribed by the BCC
Chair. Public comment will not be heard during this time if it concerns any item
scheduled for today or quasi -judicial items (hearings scheduled to be heard by
the BCC involving the presentation of evidence in any form for BCC
consideration). Public comment for an item scheduled on today ’s agenda may
be taken during that item ’s scheduled time. The BCC will take public comment
under consideration but will not make any decision or take action at this time.
IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THE MEETING REMOTELY, To make a public comment
raise your hand on the Zoom platform or if calling in press *9. The moderator will
then select you when it is your turn. Written public comments can also be
submitted to
[email protected]. Please indicate in the subject line of your
email that it is a public comment. Public comments will be entered into the
record.
APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, MANUAL WARRANTS, AND PAYROLL
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Items of routine and non-controversial nature are placed on the consent
agenda to allow the Board of County Commissioners to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any Commissioner
may request that an item be "PULLED" from the consent agenda and
considered separately. Any member of the public may "REQUEST" any item
to be "PULLED" from the consent agenda.
2025 AUDIT ENGAGEMENT LETTER - AMENDMENT
Amendment to the engag
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Mon Jun 22, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners review Trust for Public Land stewardship study
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to receive updates from county management and legal counsel. The meeting includes a review of a stewardship feasibility study by the Wildfire Mitigation Council and Community Ag Alliance.
- Review of Trust for Public Land stewardship feasibility study
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CALL TO ORDER
COUNTY MANAGER/LEGAL/COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Jay Harrington, County Manager
Melina Bricker, Assistant County Manager
Lynaia South, County Attorney
WILDFIRE COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY AG ALLIANCE
Wildfire Mitigation Council and Community Ag Alliance review of Trust for
Public Land stewardship feasibility study.
BOCC - 6.22.26.PDF
MEETING ADJOURNED
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special accommodation due to a
disability, please call the Commissioners' Office at (970) 879-0108 to ensure we can
meet your needs. Please notify us of your request as soon as possible before the
scheduled event.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to
everyone. Our ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content Accessibility
Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, level AA criteria. This agenda includes links to
information provided by a third party over which we cannot guarantee accessibility.
If the format of any material on this agenda interferes with your ability to access
information, please contact us. Additional ways to provide feedback regarding
accessibility are available online ( www.co.routt.co.us/994/Website -Accessibility).
ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Work Session Agenda
June 22, 2026
Times listed on the agenda are approximations
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Thu Jun 18, 2026
Airport
Yampa Valley Airport Commission to review budget and infrastructure updates
The Yampa Valley Airport Commission will meet to receive updates on airport capital, infrastructure, and budget. The body will also discuss air service and receive an update from Atlantic Aviation.
- Airport, capital, infrastructure, and budget updates
- Air service update
- Atlantic Aviation update
- Marketing and Outreach committee report
- Finance committee report
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YAMPA VALLEY AIRPORT COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
June 18, 2026
The meeting will be held at Yampa Valley Regional Airport in Hayden via a hybrid in-
person/Teams meeting format with formal agenda starting at 6:00 pm MST. A light
dinner will be served at 5:30 PM. The meeting will begin promptly at 6:00 PM MST.
Join the meeting via our Teams Link.
Meeting ID: 221 924 271 259 3
Passcode: WR7TZ933
Organizational Matters: Time Allotted: 15 Minutes
Roll Call
Approval Of The April 9, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
YVAC MINUTES 9 APRIL 26.PDF
Non-Agenda Public Comments: Time Allotted 3 Minutes
Comments From The Board Members: Time Allotted: 5 Minutes
New Business: Time Allotted: 60 Minutes
Airport/Capital/Infrastructure/Budget Update - Josh Schroeder
Airport/Capital/Infrastructure/Budget Update - Tinneal Gerber
Air Service Update - Janet Fischer/Tinneal Gerber
Atlantic Aviation Update - Tim Ascher
Reports From YVAC Committees: Time Allotted: 15 Minutes
Marketing And Outreach: Katie Brown, Janet Fischer, Keith Hensley, Tinneal Gerber,
Josh Schroeder
Finance: Tim Redmond, Steve Birch, Randy Looper, Tinneal Gerber, Josh Schroeder
Manager's Reports - Provided Via Email. No Verbal Presentation Will Be Made, Except To
Answer Questions Pertaining To Those Reports:
Yampa Valley Regional Airport (HDN) - Tinneal Gerber
YVRA_NEWSLETTER_JUNE2026_ACCESSIBLE.PDF
KSBS Manager's Report June 18, 2026
KSBS Manager's Report
2026-06-18-SBS-MANAGERS-REPORT.PDF
Discuss Location/Format & Agenda Items For
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Thu Jun 18, 2026
Planning
Board of Adjustment holds training workshop on roles and responsibilities
The Routt County Board of Adjustment is meeting for a training workshop focused on roles and responsibilities for county boards and commissions. The agenda is procedural only, with no decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Training workshop on roles and responsibilities for Routt County boards and commissions
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✓ Decided: Commission approved UDC amendments and a lot consolidation at Steamboat Pines
The Planning Commission approved the consent agenda and several proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code. The meeting also included a training workshop regarding quasi-judicial actions and conflicts of interest.
- Approved consent agenda for lot consolidation and easement vacation at 30550 Elk Lane (9-0)
- Approved amendments to the Unified Development Code with specific corrections (9-0)
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BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA
Training Workshop
June 18, 2026
5:00 PM
Agendas are subject to change up to 24 hours before the start of the
meeting. To ensure you have the most up -to-date information, please check
the agenda within 24 hours of its start time.
Planning Commission meetings are open to the public unless otherwise
noted. All meetings will be held in the Routt County Historic Courthouse -
522 Lincoln Avenue, Hearing Room, Steamboat Springs - or otherwise noted.
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Meeting ID 391 342 8854
Passcode 12345
TRAINING WORKSHOP; ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR ROUTT COUNTY
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special accommodation due to a disability,
please call the Commissioners' Office at (970) 879-0108 to ensure we can meet your
needs. Please notify us of your request as soon as possible before the scheduled
event.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to
everyone. Our ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content
Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, level AA criteria. This agenda
includes links to information provided by a third party over which we cannot
guarantee accessibility. If the format of any material on this agenda interferes with
your ability to access information, please contact us. Additional ways to provide
feedback regarding accessibility are available online
(www.
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ROUTT COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
MINUTES
June 18,
2026
The meeting of the Routt County Planning C ommission was called to order at
5:00 p.m. with the following members present: Chai r Steve Warnke and
Commissioners Nick Belz, Andrew Benjamin, Bill Norris, David Hoffman, Jim
DeFrancia, Tim Sullivan, Brian Kelly, David Miller, Linda Miller, and Robin
Schepper. Planning Director Kristy Winser and staff planner M ichael Fitz also
attended. Sarah Katherman prepared the minutes.
TRAINING WORKSHOP
In addition to Planning Commission (listed above) , Board of Adjustment
members Lyle Krug, Todd Pedersen, and George Blau, County Attorney Lynaia
South and Alison Hart (sp?), and Planning staff members M ichael Eggert, Alan
Goldich, Greg Jaeger, and Joe Rothermel also attended.
M
r. Gerry Dahl, a land use attorney and consultant to Rout t County, introduced
himself and distributed a handout providing an outline of his presentation. He
discussed the roles of Planning Commission and the Board of Adjustment. He
described the difference between quasi-judicial and legislative actions. He
reviewed ex parte contacts, which pertain exclusively to quasi-judicial actions,
and discussed why they shoul
d be avoided. He pr ovided techniques and advice
for avoiding ex parte contacts, and discussed w hat Board and Commission
members should do if such contacts occur. He stressed the im portance of not
making a decision prior to hearing all the evidence. Extensive ex parte contact
regar
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Thu Jun 18, 2026
PDR
PDR board to review four projects, discuss property purchases
The Routt County Purchase of Development Rights Citizens' Advisory Board will conduct site visits for PDR Projects 225 and 226, followed by Tier I and Tier II reviews of projects 225, 226, 220, and 221. Executive sessions are scheduled to discuss potential real estate purchases or transfers. The board will also receive staff and committee updates, including a summary of a meeting with CCALT and outreach planning for the PDR program's 30th anniversary.
- Site visits for PDR Projects 225 & 226
- Tier I review of PDT Projects 225 and 226
- Tier II review of PDR Projects 220 and 221
- Executive session under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(a) for property purchase/lease discussions
- Planning for PDR 30th anniversary outreach
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Purchase of Development Rights Citizens ’ Advisory Board
Agenda
June 18, 2026
9:00 am
Attorney's Conference Room
522 Lincoln Ave, Steamboat Springs
CLICK HERE to join via Zoom
SITE VISITS FOR PDR PROJECTS 225 & 226
Executive Session will be required under C.R.S. 24 -6-402 (4)(a) to discuss the
purchase, acquisition, lease transfer, or sale of any real, personal, or other
property.
TIER I AND TIER II PROJECT REVIEW
Executive Session may be required under C.R.S. 24 -6-402 (4)(a) to discuss the
purchase, acquisition, lease transfer, or sale of any real, personal, or other
property.
TIER I REVIEW OF PDT PROJECTS 225 AND 226
TIER II REVIEW OF PDR PROJECTS 220 AND 221
STAFF & COMMITTEE UPDATES
SUMMARY OF MEETING WITH CCALT
l Tier II Submission Due Date and Extension Requests
l Transaction Reimbursement Documentation
l Project Amended Requests
l Access to Board Members
PUBLIC OUTREACH SUBCOMMITTEE
l Outreach for PDR 30th Anniversary
OTHER STAFF UPDATES AS NEEDED
MEETING ADJOURNED
Executive Session may be required under C.R.S. 24-6-402 (4)(a)
to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease transfer, or sale of any real, personal, or
other property.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to
everyone. Our ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content Accessibility
Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, level AA criteria. This agenda includes links to
information provided by a third party over which we cannot guarantee accessibility.
If the f
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Thu Jun 18, 2026
Planning
Planning Commission to review UDC changes and lot consolidation
The Planning Commission will conduct a training workshop on board roles and responsibilities. The body is also considering a list of Unified Development Code (UDC) changes and a specific lot consolidation request.
- Lot consolidation and vacation of interior utility easements for Lots 9 and 10, Steamboat Pines Filing No. 1 at 30550 Elk Ln
- Review of a list of UDC changes (PL20250088)
- Training workshop on roles and responsibilities for Routt County boards and commissions
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✓ Decided: Commission approved UDC amendments and a lot consolidation at Steamboat Pines
The Commission approved the consent agenda including a lot consolidation and easement vacation. They also approved proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code with specific corrections regarding natural hazard titles and professional qualifications.
- Approved consent agenda for lot consolidation and utility easement vacation at 30550 Elk Lane (9-0)
- Approved amendments to the Unified Development Code with requested corrections (9-0)
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
June 18, 2026
5:00 PM
*Special Time*
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meeting. To ensure you have the most up -to-date information, please check
the agenda within 24 hours of its start time.
Planning Commission meetings are open to the public unless otherwise
noted. All meetings will be held in the Routt County Historic Courthouse -
522 Lincoln Avenue, Hearing Room, Steamboat Springs - or otherwise noted.
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TRAINING WORKSHOP; ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR ROUTT
COUNTY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may address the Planning Commission on items not on the
agenda. (Comments regarding items on the agenda will be taken during that agenda
item.)
CONSENT AGENDA
There will be no discussion of the below item(s). If any Planning Commission member or
staff requests that the item be removed from consent agenda, it will be placed on the
regular agenda.
LOT 9 AND 10, STEAMBOAT PINES FILING NO. 1 LOT CONSOLIDATION AND
VACATION OF INTERIOR UTILITY EASEMENTS
PL20260016 Staff Report with Attachments.pdf
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
LIST OF UDC CHANGES
PL20250088 Memo with attachment.pdf
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Administrator's Report may include the reading of future Planning Commission agendas
and recent Board of County Commissioner decisions.
ADJOURNMENT
Routt County operates
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ROUTT COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
MINUTES
June 18,
2026
The meeting of the Routt County Planning C ommission was called to order at
5:00 p.m. with the following members present: Chai r Steve Warnke and
Commissioners Nick Belz, Andrew Benjamin, Bill Norris, David Hoffman, Jim
DeFrancia, Tim Sullivan, Brian Kelly, David Miller, Linda Miller, and Robin
Schepper. Planning Director Kristy Winser and staff planner M ichael Fitz also
attended. Sarah Katherman prepared the minutes.
TRAINING WORKSHOP
In addition to Planning Commission (listed above) , Board of Adjustment
members Lyle Krug, Todd Pedersen, and George Blau, County Attorney Lynaia
South and Alison Hart (sp?), and Planning staff members M ichael Eggert, Alan
Goldich, Greg Jaeger, and Joe Rothermel also attended.
M
r. Gerry Dahl, a land use attorney and consultant to Rout t County, introduced
himself and distributed a handout providing an outline of his presentation. He
discussed the roles of Planning Commission and the Board of Adjustment. He
described the difference between quasi-judicial and legislative actions. He
reviewed ex parte contacts, which pertain exclusively to quasi-judicial actions,
and discussed why they shoul
d be avoided. He pr ovided techniques and advice
for avoiding ex parte contacts, and discussed w hat Board and Commission
members should do if such contacts occur. He stressed the im portance of not
making a decision prior to hearing all the evidence. Extensive ex parte contact
regar
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners to consider Peabody Sage Creek Mine permit renewal and Stage 1 fire restrictions
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the renewal of the Peabody Sage Creek Mine and Coal Haul Special Use Permit (PL20250099 & PL2026019). They will also consider approving the Sparrow’s Perch consolidation, zone change, and vacation (PL20260009), and declaring Stage 1 fire restrictions effective June 18, 2026, under Ordinance 2026-001. Additional items include liquor license renewals for Egeria Park Liquor LLC, a BLM lease renewal at King Mountain Tower, tax abatement recommendations, and a deed release for Lift Up of Routt County.
- Peabody Sage Creek Mine and Coal Haul Special Use Permit renewal hearing (PL20250099 & PL2026019)
- Sparrow’s Perch consolidation, zone change, and vacation (PL20260009)
- Stage 1 fire restrictions declaration effective June 18, 2026 (Ordinance 2026-001)
- BLM lease renewal at King Mountain Tower site
- Release of deed for Lift Up of Routt County
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment must be presented succinctly and as prescribed by the BCC
Chair. Public comment will not be heard during this time if it concerns any item
scheduled for today or quasi -judicial items (hearings scheduled to be heard by
the BCC involving the presentation of evidence in any form for BCC
consideration). Public comment for an item scheduled on today ’s agenda may
be taken during that item ’s scheduled time. The BCC will take public comment
under consideration but will not make any decision or take action at this time.
IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THE MEETING REMOTELY, To make a public comment
raise your hand on the Zoom platform or if calling in press *9. The moderator will
then select you when it is your turn. Written public comments can also be
submitted to
[email protected]. Please indicate in the subject line of your
email that it is a public comment. Public comments will be entered into the
record.
APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, MANUAL WARRANTS, AND PAYROLL
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Items of routine and non-controversial nature are placed on the consent
agenda to allow the Board of County Commissioners to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any Commissioner
may request that an item be "PULLED" from the consent agenda and
considered separately. Any member of the public may "REQUEST" any item
to be "PULLED" from the consent agenda.
APPROVAL OF THE SPARROW’S PERCH CONSOLIDATION, ZONE
CHANGE, AN
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Mon Jun 15, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Discussion on 2026 Lodging Tax Expenditures
This is a work session of the Routt County Board of Commissioners. The main agenda item is a discussion on 2026 Lodging Tax Expenditures. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for informational discussion only.
- Discussion on 2026 Lodging Tax Expenditures
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CALL TO ORDER
COUNTY MANAGER/LEGAL/COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Jay Harrington, County Manager
Melina Bricker, Assistant County Manager
Lynaia South, County Attorney
LODGING TAX DISCUSSION
A discussion on 2026 Lodging Tax Expenditures.
MEETING ADJOURNED
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special accommodation due to a
disability, please call the Commissioners' Office at (970) 879-0108 to ensure we can
meet your needs. Please notify us of your request as soon as possible before the
scheduled event.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to
everyone. Our ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content Accessibility
Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, level AA criteria. This agenda includes links to
information provided by a third party over which we cannot guarantee accessibility.
If the format of any material on this agenda interferes with your ability to access
information, please contact us. Additional ways to provide feedback regarding
accessibility are available online ( www.co.routt.co.us/994/Website -Accessibility).
ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Work Session Agenda
June 15, 2026
Times listed on the agenda are approximations and may be longer, shorter,
or earlier than scheduled, with no notice. Agendas are subject to change up
to
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Thu Jun 11, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Property valuation hearing for Forney Familia Trust
The Board of County Commissioners, sitting as the Board of Equalization, will conduct a hearing on property valuation and classification for case R0424913 (Forney Familia Revocable Trust). A hearing officer will take evidence and issue a recommendation. No tax discussions are permitted. The agenda contains only this one quasi-judicial item.
- Hearing for abatement of property valuation for Forney Familia Revocable Trust (case R0424913) for tax years 2023/2024 and 2025
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COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION HEARINGS
June 11, 2026
All Board of Equalization hearings are open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Hearings will be held at 522 Lincoln Avenue, Steamboat Springs, in the
Commissioners' Hearing Room, 3rd floor of the Historic Courthouse, or otherwise
noted. When attending remotely, please join 5 minutes before the start of your
scheduled time.
Click Here to join via Zoom.
OVERVIEW OF HEARING PROCEDURES
The hearing officer, having been appointed by the Board of County Commissioners as
an independent referee, will conduct the hearing. No discussion of taxes will be
allowed, as the subject matter of the hearings is in relation to property valuation
and/or classification. The procedure for each hearing is as follows; both sides will
have the opportunity to present their evidence, and then the hearing officer will
have a chance to ask questions of both parties and determine their recommendation.
RULES OF PROCEDURE & SWEARING IN WILL OCCUR BEFORE EACH INDIVIDUAL
HEARING
R0424913 FORNEY FAMILIA REVOCABLE TRUST
R0424913_FORNEY_2023.2024 ABATEMENT FORM_ASSESSOR
RECOMMENDATION.PDF
R0424913_FORNEY_2023.2024 ABATEMENT_APPRAISER
REPORT_ACCESSIBLE.PDF
R0424913_FORNEY_2025 ABATEMENT FORM_ASSESSOR
RECOMMENDATION.PDF
R0424913_FORNEY_2025 ABATEMENT_APPRAISER
REPORT_ACCESSIBLE.PDF
MEETING ADJOURNED
All programs, services and activities of Routt County are operated in compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need a special accom
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Tue Jun 9, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Board considers 2025 supplemental budget and bridge project award
The Routt County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a 2025 supplemental budget, awarding a contract for bridge scour protection on County Road 62, and signing a grant agreement for the Yampa Valley Regional Airport West Terminal expansion.
- Approval of 2025 supplemental budget resolutions
- Award approval for CR 62 bridge scour protection and Elk River channel realignment
- Authorization for chair to sign CDOT grant agreement for West Terminal expansion
- Consideration to increase RCSO K9 stipend
- Approval of Emerald Integrative Health and Intentional Pathways counseling contracts
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment must be presented succinctly and as prescribed by the BCC
Chair. Public comment will not be heard during this time if it concerns any item
scheduled for today or quasi -judicial items (hearings scheduled to be heard by
the BCC involving the presentation of evidence in any form for BCC
consideration). Public comment for an item scheduled on today ’s agenda may
be taken during that item ’s scheduled time. The BCC will take public comment
under consideration but will not make any decision or take action at this time.
IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THE MEETING REMOTELY, To make a public comment
raise your hand on the Zoom platform or if calling in press *9. The moderator will
then select you when it is your turn. Written public comments can also be
submitted to
[email protected]. Please indicate in the subject line of your
email that it is a public comment. Public comments will be entered into the
record.
APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, MANUAL WARRANTS, AND PAYROLL
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Items of routine and non-controversial nature are placed on the consent
agenda to allow the Board of County Commissioners to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any Commissioner
may request that an item be "PULLED" from the consent agenda and
considered separately. Any member of the public may "REQUEST" any item
to be "PULLED" from the consent agenda.
SECURE TRANSPORT-SHEEP DOG TRANSPORTS, LLC
2026 INSPECTION REPO
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Mon Jun 8, 2026
Planning
Board to decide on Ball secondary dwelling unit adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will consider a request from Wesley Ball for an adjustment to locate a secondary dwelling unit 421 feet from the existing dwelling due to the floodway. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from May 11, 2026, and an administrator's report.
- Public hearing on PL20260036: Wesley Ball seeks adjustment to place a secondary dwelling unit 421 feet from the main house because of the floodway at 25365 County Road 33A.
- Approval of minutes from the May 11, 2026 Board of Adjustment meeting.
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✓ Decided: Board approves 121‑ft distance adjustment for property on County Road 33A
The Board approved the minutes from the May 11, 2026 meeting unanimously. It also approved adjustment PL2026036, increasing the allowable distance between a primary and secondary dwelling to 421 ft (a 121 ft increase) for the parcel at 25365 County Road 33A. The approval was unanimous and includes several conditions such as floodplain and waterbody setback permits.
- Approved May 11, 2026 minutes (5-0)
- Approved PL2026036 distance adjustment to 421 ft total separation (5-0)
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BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA
June 8, 2026
6:00 PM
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
BALL SECONDARY UNIT ADJUSTMENT
PL20260036 Staff Report with attachments.pdf
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
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ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
MINUTES
JUNE 8, 2026
The Routt County Board of Adjustment meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.
with the following members participating: Chairman George Blau, Don Prowant,
Todd Pedersen, Brian Kelly, and Lyle Krug. Assistant Planning Director Alan
Goldich was also present. Sarah Katherman prepared the minutes.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment.
MINUTES – May 11, 2026
Mr. Kelly moved to approve the minutes of the above cited Board of Adjustment
hearing, as written. Mr. Pedersen seconded the motion. The motion carried 5 –
0, with the Chair voting yes.
ACTIVITY: PL2026036
APPELLANT: Wesley Ball
REQUEST: Adjustment to the maximum distance between a primary
and a secondary dwelling
Required: 300 ft. maximum
Requested: 421 ft. for an adjustment of 121 ft.
LOCATION: 25365 County Road 33A; located 160 ft from the
intersection of HWY 40 and RCR 33A
Mr. Paul Sacks, representing the applicant, reviewed the adjustment request. He
stated that the existing dwelling on the property was constructed in 1919 and is
under 1000 sq. ft. He stated that the property owner, Mr. Ball, wants to construct
a new dwelling to become the primary residence, with the existing dwelling to
remain as a secondary dwelling unit. Mr. Sacks stated that the FEMA mapped
floodway of the Yampa River takes up a large portion in the middle of the 35-acre
parcel, from north to south, with the western and eastern edges of the property
being in the FEMA mapped floo
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Mon Jun 8, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Routt County commissioners to attend airport expansion ground breaking, agrivoltaic policy
This work session includes the Yampa Valley Regional Airport West Terminal Expansion ground breaking event, a discussion of the Colorado Agrivoltaic Learning Center and the county's agrivoltaics policy, and updates from the county manager, legal, and commissioners' committees. The meeting is held at the airport's Thunderhead Conference Room.
- Yampa Valley Regional Airport West Terminal Expansion ground breaking event
- Colorado Agrivoltaic Learning Center (CALC) and review of county policy Agrivoltaics.pdf
- County Manager/Legal/Commissioners' Committee updates
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YAMPA VALLEY REGIONAL AIRPORT WEST TERMINAL
EXPANSION GROUND BREAKING EVENT
COLORADO AGRIVOLTAIC LEARNING CENTER (CALC)
COUNTY POLICY AGRIVOLTAICS.PDF
COUNTY MANAGER/LEGAL/COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE
UPDATES
Jay Harrington, County Manager
Melina Bricker, Assistant County Manager
Lynaia South, County Attorney
MEETING ADJOURNED
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ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Work Session Agenda
June 8, 2026
Times listed on the agenda are approximations and may be longer, shorter,
or earlier th
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Thu Jun 4, 2026
Planning
Planning Commission considers renewal of special use permit for Sage Creek Mine and Peabody Coal Haul
The Planning Commission will consider a renewal request for the special use permit for the Sage Creek Mine and Peabody Coal Haul. The site covers 10,164 acres accessed by County Road 27A, 0.8 miles east of County Road 2. The applicant is Peabody Coal Company. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Special use permit renewal for Sage Creek Mine & Peabody Coal Haul (PL20250099)
- Site location: 10,164 acres near County Roads 27A and 2
- Applicant: Peabody Coal Company c/o Miranda Kawcak
- Only one item for consideration on the agenda
- Approval of minutes from May 21, 2026
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommended approval of Peabody Coal mine permit renewal with conditions
The Routt County Planning Commission discussed and moved to recommend approval of a Special Use Permit renewal for the underground Peabody Sage Creek Mine and associated coal hauling operations. Staff noted that existing road maintenance agreements remain in place, subsidence is state-regulated, and new surface facilities would require separate review under current codes. Commissioners noted that historic mining provides substantial tax revenue for local school districts. The commission also confirmed that rezoning portions of the permit boundary was unnecessary. The minutes cut off before recording the final vote on the motion.
- Approved May 21, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously
- Recommended approval of Special Use Permit renewal for Peabody Sage Creek Mine and coal hauling (PL20250099 & PL20260019) with standard conditions
- Confirmed no rezoning was needed for land within the permit boundary from Agriculture Forestry to Mining
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
June 4, 2026
6:00 PM
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
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item.)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MINUTES FROM MAY 21, 2026
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ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
SAGE CREEK MINE & PEABODY COAL HAUL SPECIAL USE PERMIT RENEWAL;
PL20250099
PL20250099 Staff Report with attachments.pdf
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
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and recent Board of County Commissioner decisions.
ADJOURNMENT
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ROUTT COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
MINUTES
JUNE 4, 2026
The meeting of the Routt County Planning Commission was called to order at
6:00 p.m. with the following members present: Commissioner Steve Warnke and
Commissioners Brian Kelly, Nick Belz, Andrew Benjamin, Bill Norris, David Miller,
Tim Sullivan, and Robin Schepper. Commissioners Linda Miller, Jim DeFrancia,
and David Hoffman were absent. Planning Director Kristy Winser and Assistant
Planning Director Alan Goldich also attended. Sarah Katherman prepared the
minutes.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment.
MINUTES – MAY 21, 2026
Commissioner Kelly moved to approve the above cited minutes, as written.
Commissioner Sullivan seconded the motion. The motion carried
unanimously.
Activity: PL20250099 & PL20260019
Applicant: Peabody Coal Company
Petition: Renewal of the Mining SUP for the Peabody Sage Creek
Mine and the Peabody Coal Haul SUP
Location: A site accessed by County Road 27A, 0.8 miles east of
its intersection with County Road 27, which
encompasses 10,164 acres, primarily underground
Ms. Miranda Kawcak, representing the petitioner, reviewed the petition to
renew the Special Use Permits (SUPs) for the Sage Creek Mine and the
associated coal hauling. She stated that the Sage Creek Mine is not currently
in operation. She said that mining activities at the Foidel Creek (Twentymile)
Mine are ongoing and that when the reserves there are depleted, operations
would transfer to Sage Creek. She said that the
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Thu Jun 4, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Joint study session with Hayden on airport, business parks, and housing
The Routt County Board of Commissioners will hold a joint meeting with the Town of Hayden to study three key areas: the local airport, business park development, and housing. Commissioners and town officials will discuss current conditions and potential actions. No decisions are noted on the agenda; the session is for study and information sharing.
- Study of airport issues
- Study of business park development
- Study of housing needs
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JOINT MEETING WITH THE TOWN OF HAYDEN
Study Session with the Town of Hayden and the Routt County Commissioners
l Airport
l Business Parks
l Housing
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ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Regular Meeting Agenda
June 4, 2025
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to-d
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Tue Jun 2, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Commissioners consider concert production award for Routt County Fair
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss the award for RFP 886 regarding concert production services for the Routt County Fair. The board is reviewing a proposal from Yampa Valley Entertainment, LLC.
- Award approval for RFP 886 RC Fair Concert Production Services to Yampa Valley Entertainment, LLC.
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CALL TO ORDER
FACILITIES
Joe Stepan, Maintenance Operations Manager
RFP 886 RC FAIR CONCERT PRODUCTION SERVICES AWARD
APPROVAL
Purchasing posted RFP 886 on Bidnet and received one proposal from
Yampa Valley Entertainment, LLC., a local production company with
experience in the Yampa Valley. The request for a turnkey concert
included talent buying, production, and event support. The resulting
proposal includes these items and will be provide a more efficient,
higher-quality solution for the Fair concert than has been typical in
previous years.
BCC COMMUNICATION FORM RFP 886 CONCERT PRODUCTION
SERVICES AWARD APPROVAL.PDF
ROUTT COUNTY FAIR 2026 RFP POROPSAL FINAL (2).PDF
MEETING ADJOURNED
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Thu May 21, 2026
Planning
Planning Commission to consider Sparrow's Perch consolidation and rezone
The Routt County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing via Zoom on May 21, 2026. The main item on the consent agenda is the Sparrow's Perch Consolidation, which includes consolidating three lots, rezoning from High Density Residential (HDR) to Mountain Residential Estates (MRE), and vacating utility easements. The commission will also approve the May 7, 2026 minutes and hear an administrator's report.
- Sparrow's Perch Consolidation, Zone Change, and Vacation of Easements (PL20260009)
- Consolidation of Lot 1 Duncan Replat with Lots 143 and 144, Steamboat Lake Filing 3
- Rezone from High Density Residential (HDR) to Mountain Residential Estates (MRE)
- Vacation of utility easements along interior lot lines
- Applicant: Steven Robert Aquavia; location near Beaver Canyon Dr and County Road 129
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved May 7 minutes and a residential rezoning request
The Commission approved the previous meeting's minutes and a consent agenda involving lot consolidation and rezoning near Beaver Canyon Road and CR 129. Staff noted an upcoming training session on June 18 regarding UDC amendments.
- Approved May 7, 2026 minutes (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda PL2026009: consolidation, rezoning to Mountain Residential Estates, and easement vacation (6-0)
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
May 21, 2026
6:00 PM
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
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item.)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MINUTES FROM MAY 7, 2026
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CONSENT AGENDA
There will be no discussion of the below item(s). If any Planning Commission member or
staff requests that the item be removed from consent agenda, it will be placed on the
regular agenda.
SPARROW'S PERCH CONSOLIDATION, ZONE CHANGE AND VACATION OF
EASEMENTS; PL20260009
PL20260009 Staff Report with attachments.pdf
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
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ADJOURNMENT
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ROUTT COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
MINUTES
MAY 21, 2026
The meeting of the Routt County Planning Commission was called to order at
6:00 p.m. with the following members present: Chair Steve Warnke and
Commissioners Nick Belz, Andrew Benjamin, Bill Norris, David Hoffman, Jim
DeFrancia, and Tim Sullivan. Commissioners Brian Kelly, David Miller, Linda
Miller, and Robin Schepper were absent. Staff planner Greg Jaeger also
attended. Sarah Katherman prepared the minutes.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment.
MINUTES – May 7, 2026
Commissioner Norris moved to approve the above cited minutes, as written.
Commissioner Hoffman seconded the motion. The motion carried
unanimously.
CONSENT AGENDA
Activity: PL2026009
Applicant: Steven Robert Aquavia
Petition:
1. Consolidation of Lot 1 Duncan Replat and Lots
143 and 144, Steamboat Lakes Filing 3
2. Rezone from High Density Residential (HDR) to
Mountain Residential Estates (MRE)
3. Vacation of utility easements along interior lot
lines
Location: A site located 0.19 miles from the intersection
of Beaver Canyon Road and CR 129
MOTION
Commissioner Norris moved to approve the consent agenda, as
presented. Commissioner Hoffman seconded the motion. The consent
agenda was approved 6 - 0, with the Chair voting yes.
R.C.P.C. MINUTES May 21, 2026
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Commissioner DeFrancia joined the meeting in progress.
ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
Mr. Jaeger stated that there will be a meeting on June 4. The training with
attorney Jerry Dahl will be held
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Wed May 20, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Joint meeting with Town of Yampa scheduled for May 20, 2026
The Routt County Board of County Commissioners will hold a joint meeting with the Town of Yampa to discuss updates from the Regional Transportation Authority and the South Routt Housing Authority, as well as opportunities for collaboration.
- Joint meeting with Town of Yampa
- Regional Transportation Authority updates
- South Routt Housing Authority updates
- Discussion on collaboration and resource sharing
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JOINT MEETING WITH THE TOWN OF YAMPA
• Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) Updates
• South Routt Housing Authority Updates
• Opportunities for collaboration and resource sharing between the County
and Town
• Other Matters (Reference accompanying staff report)
BOARD PACKET 5-20-2026.PDF
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ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Regular Meeting Agenda
May 20, 2026
Times listed on the agenda are approximations and may be longer, shorter,
or earlier than scheduled, with no notice. Ag
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Tue May 19, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
County and city to discuss urban growth boundary and housing authority agreement
The Routt County Board of County Commissioners and the City of Steamboat Springs will hold a joint meeting to discuss the Urban Growth Boundary (UGB), potential ballot measures, an intergovernmental agreement with the Yampa Valley Housing Authority, and an update from the Slate Creek Steering Committee. The meeting is open to the public and no decisions are expected to be voted on.
- Discussion of Urban Growth Boundary (UGB) between county and city
- General discussion of potential ballot measures
- Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with Yampa Valley Housing Authority
- Update from the Slate Creek Steering Committee
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JOINT MEETING WITH THE CITY OF STEAMBOAT SPRINGS
l Urban Growth Boundary (UGB)
l Ballot Measures-General Discussion
l Yampa Valley Housing Authority IGA
l Slate Creek Steering Committee Update
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your request as soon as possible before the scheduled event.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to everyone. Our
ongoing accessibility goals align with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version
2.1, level AA criteria. This agenda includes links to information provided by a third party over
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ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Angelica Salinas
District I
Timothy Redmond
District II
Sonja Macys
District III
Regular Meeting Agenda
May 19, 2026
Times listed on the agenda are approximations and may be longer, shorter, or earlier
than scheduled, with no no
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Thu May 14, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
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ABATEMENT HEARING
May 14, 2026
All Board of Equalization hearings are open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Hearings will be held at 522 Lincoln Avenue, Steamboat Springs, in the
Commissioners' Hearing Room, 3rd floor of the Historic Courthouse, or otherwise
noted. When attending remotely, please join 5 minutes before the start of your
scheduled time.
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OVERVIEW OF HEARING PROCEDURES
The hearing officer, having been appointed by the Board of County Commissioners as
an independent referee, will conduct the hearing. No discussion of taxes will be
allowed, as the subject matter of the hearings is in relation to property valuation
and/or classification. The procedure for each hearing is as follows; both sides will
have the opportunity to present their evidence, and then the hearing officer will
have a chance to ask questions of both parties and determine their recommendation.
RULES OF PROCEDURE & SWEARING IN WILL OCCUR BEFORE EACH INDIVIDUAL
HEARING
R0420716 FRANKLIN, MITZI M & PAUL B
ABATEMENT PETITION_R0420716_FRANKLIN.PDF
EXHIBIT A_R0420716_FRANKLIN_OWNER APPRAISAL SUBMITTAL.PDF
ASSESSOR ABATEMENT RESPONSE REPORT_R0420716_FRANKLIN.PDF
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Wed May 13, 2026
Historic Preservation Board
Board will consider preservation designations for Judges Cabin and Yampa Ranch barn
The Historic Preservation Board will first approve minutes from its May 2025 meetings. It will then review applications to designate The Judges Cabin at Hahn's Peak and the Yampa Ranch historic barn as historic resources. The board will also discuss updating the historic register list by cleaning up entries, adding new photographs, and updating scanned documents.
- Approve May 2025 meeting minutes (documents: 7.16.2025 MINUTES DRAFT.PDF, 10.1.2025 MINUTES.PDF)
- Review historic preservation designation application for The Judges Cabin, Hahn's Peak
- Review historic preservation designation application for Yampa Ranch historic barn
- Review Tredway nomination (document: TREDWAY NOMINATION FINAL 5-7-26.PDF)
- Update historic register list: clean up list, add new photos, update scanned documents
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STATE OF COLORADO
COUNTY OF ROUTT
Historic Preservation Board
Regular Meeting
May 13, 2026
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
Roll call for the purpose of determining a quorum.
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
7.16.2025 MINUTES DRAFT.PDF
10.1.2025 MINUTES.PDF
HISTORIC PRESERVATION DESIGNATION APPLICATIONS
THE JUDGES CABIN HAHN'S PEAK
SIGNATUREPAGEJUDGESCABIN-SCHNEIDERPOLLOK-13MAY2026.PDF
JUDGESCABIN-SCHNEIDERPOLLOK-13MAY2026.PDF
YAMPA RANCH HISTORIC BARN
TREDWAY NOMINATION FINAL 5-7-26.PDF
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Mon May 11, 2026
Planning
Herring Addition: second story over nonconforming home at 21745 Hwy 131
The Routt County Board of Adjustment will consider a petition by Levi Herring to build a second story atop an existing legal nonconforming residence at 21745 State Highway 131 in Phippsburg. The board will also approve minutes from its April 13 meeting and hear an administrator's report.
- Herring Addition Adjustment (PL20260014): second story addition to existing legal nonconforming residence at 21745 State Highway 131, Phippsburg (Lots 11, 12 Block 7 Phippsburg)
- Approval of minutes from April 13, 2026
- Administrator's report on future agendas
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✓ Decided: Board approves 3‑ft setback adjustment for Phippsburg home (5‑0)
The Board of Adjustment approved a 3‑foot setback variance, allowing a 2‑foot setback for a second‑story addition at 21745 State Highway 131. The approval was unanimous (5‑0) and includes conditions such as snow‑guard installation and construction timing. The Board also approved the minutes from the April 13 2025 meeting and elected Mr. Blau as Chair and Mr. Krug as Vice‑chair for the coming year, each vote 5‑0.
- Approved 3‑ft setback adjustment to 2‑ft for second‑story addition at 21745 State Highway 131 (5‑0)
- Approved minutes of the April 13 2025 Board of Adjustment meeting (5‑0)
- Elected Mr. Blau as Chair of the Board of Adjustment for the coming year (5‑0)
- Elected Mr. Krug as Vice‑chair of the Board of Adjustment for the coming year (5‑0)
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BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA
May 11, 2026
6:00 PM
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CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MINUTES FROM APRIL 13, 2026
041326-boa-corrected_CL.pdf
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
HERRING ADDITION ADJUSTMENT; PL20260014
PL20260014 Staff Report with attachments.pdf
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Administrator's Report may include the reading of future Board of Adjustments agendas.
ADJOURNMENT
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ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
MINUTES
MAY 11, 2026
The Routt County Board of Adjustment meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.
with the following members participating: Chairman Don Prowant, George Blau,
Todd Pedersen, Brian Kelly, and Lyle Krug. Planning Director Kristy Winser and
staff planner Greg Jaeger were also present. Sarah Katherman prepared the
minutes.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment.
MINUTES – APRIL 13, 2025
Mr. Kelly moved to approve the minutes of the above cited Board of Adjustment
hearing, as written. Mr. Blau seconded the motion. The motion carried 5 – 0,
with the Chair voting yes.
ACTIVITY: PL2026014
APPELLANT: Levi Herring
REQUEST: Setback adjustment to allow the construction of a
second story onto an existing legally non-conforming
residence
Required: 5 ft. from north side property line
Requested: 2 ft. from the side property line for an adjustment of 3 ft.
LOCATION: 21745 State Highway 131, located 0.04 miles north of the
intersection of Highway 1 31 and Forest St in Phippsburg
Mr. Levi Herring stated that the requested adjustment would bring their 100-year
old home in Phippsburg into conformance, allowing them to construct an addition
to accommodate their growing family. He said that the existing house is very
cramped, but that they do not want to demolish it and build a new structure. Mr.
Herring said that they had decided to build a second story rather than an on-
grade addition in order to preserve outdoor space and natur
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Thu May 7, 2026
Planning
Planning Commission to consider Clark Store subdivision and zone change
The Planning Commission will consider a proposal for the Clark Store located at County Roads 129 and 62. The request includes a minor subdivision, a zone change, and a special use permit.
- Clark Store minor subdivision of Parcel C, North Routt Preschool Exemption with an additional outlot
- Zone change from Agriculture/Forestry to Historic Town for the Clark Store site
- Special Use Permit for the existing Clark Store
- Approval of minutes from April 16, 2026
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of subdivision and rezoning
The commission unanimously approved the May 7 meeting minutes. It then voted to recommend approval of a minor subdivision (PL20250094) and a zone change from Agriculture/Forestry to Historic Town (PL20250095) for the Clark Store site. Both approvals are subject to a series of conditions outlined in the motion. No vote count was recorded for the recommendation.
- Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Minor Subdivision PL20250094 with conditions
- Recommended approval of Zone Change PL20250095 from A/F to HT with conditions
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
May 7, 2026
6:00 PM
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
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agenda. (Comments regarding items on the agenda will be taken during that agenda
item.)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MINUTES FROM APRIL 16, 2026
041626-pc-corrected.pdf
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
CLARK STORE MINOR SUBDIVISION, ZONE CHANGE, AND SPECIAL USE
PERMIT; PL20250094, PL20250095, PL20250097
PL20250094, 95, 97 Staff Report with attachments.pdf
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
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and recent Board of County Commissioner decisions.
ADJOURNMENT
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ROUTT COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
FINAL MINUTES
MAY 7, 2026
The meeting of the Routt County Planning Commission was called to order at
6:00 p.m. with the following members present: Acting Chair Brian Kelly and
Commissioners Nick Belz, Andrew Benjamin, Bill Norris, David Hoffman, David
Miller, Linda Miller, Tim Sullivan, Jim DeFrancia, and Robin Schepper.
Commissioner Steve Warnke was absent. Planning Director Kristy Winser and
staff planner Michael Fitz also attended. Sarah Katherman prepared the minutes.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment.
MINUTES – APRIL 16, 2026
Commissioner L. Miller moved to approve the above cited minutes, as written.
Commissioner D. Miller seconded the motion. The motion carried
unanimously.
Activity: PL20250095, PL20250095 & PL20250097
Applicant: Entelco Corporation c/o Four Points Surveying &
Engineering (Walter Magill)
Petition: 1) Minor Subdivision
2) Zone Change from Agriculture/Forestry to Historic
Town
3) Special Use Permit for the existing Clark Store
Location: A site at the southwest and northwest corner of
County Roads 129 and 62
Commissioner Hoffman disclosed that he had been previously engaged by the
applicant for work unrelated to this project. He said that this would not interfere
with his ability to fairly evaluate the petition. There were no objections to his
participation in the hearing.
Mr. Walter Magill of Four Points Surveying and Engineering, representing the
petitioner, reviewed the three-part application tha
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Tue Apr 21, 2026
Museum Board
Board to recommend $50,000 grant for Hayden Depot project
The Museum and Heritage Fund Advisory Board will consider recommending two Capacity Building Grants to the Board of County Commissioners: $50,000 for the Hayden Heritage Center's Hayden Depot Rehabilitation Project and $9,000 for the Hahns Peak Area Historical Society's Spring 2026 Preservation Projects. The board will also accept a resignation, review vacancies, and approve prior meeting minutes.
- Recommendation for $50,000 Capacity Building Grant to Hayden Heritage Center for Hayden Depot Rehabilitation Project
- Recommendation for $9,000 Capacity Building Grant to Hahns Peak Area Historical Society for Spring 2026 Preservation Projects
- Resignation of Pete Wither from the board
- Review of current vacancies and 2026 term expirations
- Approval of February 10, 2026 meeting minutes
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MUSEUM AND HERITAGE FUND ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
AGENDA
April 21, 2026
6:00 PM
Commissioners' Hearing Room
3rd Floor of the Historic Courthouse
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL FOR PURPOSE OF DETERMINING A QUORUM (5)
PUBLIC COMMENT
ADMINISTRATIVE UPDATES
RESIGNATION OF PETE WITHER
CURRENT VACANCIES AND 2026 TERM EXPIRATIONS
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF THE FEBRUARY 10, 2026 MINUTES OF THE
MUSEUM AND HERITAGE FUND ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
2.10.2026 DRAFT MAHFAB MEETING MINUTES.PDF
CAPACITY BUILDING GRANTS - SPRING CYCLE
Consideration to approve and make recommendations to the Board of County
Commissioners:
HAYDEN HERITAGE CENTER
Consideration of a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners
regarding the Hayden Heritage Center's Hayden Depot Rehabilitation Project
Capacity Building Grant application in the amount of $50,000.
HAYDEN HERITAGE CENTER S2026 HAYDEN DEPOT PROJECT.PDF
HAHNS PEAK AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Consideration of a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners regarding
the Hahns Peak Area Historical Society's HPAHS Preservation Projects Spring 2026
Capacity Building Grant application in the amount of $9,000.
HPAHS SPRING 2026 PRESERVATION PROJECTS.PDF
SET NEXT MEETING DATE
The third -quarter board meeting will be dedicated to the review and progress
updates of Capacity Building Grant – funded projects.
ADJOURNMENT
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Thu Apr 16, 2026
Planning
Planning Commission to consider Hayden Gravel Pit expansion special use and waterbody permits
The Routt County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special use permit and waterbody setback permit for expansion of the Camilletti Hayden Gravel Pit. The proposed expansion would add an additional mining pod on a site south of US 40 and west of County Road 51. The applicant is Oldcastle SW Group, Inc. dba United Companies. The commission will also consider approval of minutes from April 2, 2026, and receive an administrator's report.
- Public hearing on special use permit and waterbody setback permit for expansion of Hayden Gravel Pit (PL20250060, PL20250069)
- Approval of minutes from April 2, 2026
- Administrator's report on future agendas and recent Board of County Commissioners decisions
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommended approval of gravel pit expansion permits
The commission adopted the April 2, 2026 minutes unanimously. It recommended approval of a Special Use Permit and Variance (item PL20250060) for United Companies’ expansion of the Camilletti Hayden gravel pit. It also recommended approval of a Waterbody Crossing Permit (item PL20250069) for the same project, subject to the listed conditions. No public comment was received.
- Adopted April 2, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Special Use Permit and Variance for United Companies gravel pit expansion (PL20250060)
- Recommended approval of Waterbody Crossing Permit for the expansion (PL20250069)
- Recorded that there was no public comment
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
April 16, 2026
6:00 PM
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
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agenda. (Comments regarding items on the agenda will be taken during that agenda
item.)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MINUTES FROM APRIL 2, 2026
040226-pc-corrected_CL.pdf
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
HAYDEN GRAVEL PIT EXPANSION SPECIAL USE PERMIT AND WATERBODY
SETBACK PERMIT
PL20250060, 69 Staff Report with attachements.pdf
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
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and recent Board of County Commissioner decisions.
ADJOURNMENT
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ROUTT COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
FINAL MINUTES
APRIL 16, 2026
The meeting of the Routt County Planning Commission was called to order at
6:00 p.m. with the following members present: Chair Steve Warnke and
Commissioners Nick Belz, Andrew Benjamin, Bill Norris, David Hoffman, David
Miller, and Linda Miller. Commissioners Brian Kelly, Tim Sullivan, Jim DeFrancia,
and Robin Schepper were absent. Planning Director Kristy Winser and staff
planner Michael Fitz also attended. Sarah Katherman prepared the minutes.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment.
MINUTES – APRIL 2, 2026
Commissioner L. Miller moved to approve the above cited minutes, as written.
Commissioner Hoffman seconded the motion. The motion carried
unanimously.
Activity: PL20250060 & PL20250069
Applicant: Oldcastle SW Group, Inc. dba United Companies
Petition: Special Use Permit – Mining and Waterbody Setback
Permit for expansion of an existing gravel pit
Location: Camilletti Hayden Gravel Pit; located south of US 40
and west of CR 51
Mr. Ben Langenfeld of Lewicki & Associates, representing the petitioner,
reviewed the petition to expand the existing United Companies gravel pit on land
owned by CWH Properties located just north of the Yampa Valley Regional
Airport. He presented a site plan and indicated the locations of the former
Camilletti Pit, which has been fully reclaimed and released by the state; Pod 1,
which is now mined out; the proposed Pod 3; and the Routt County Funk pit,
which is located
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Mon Apr 13, 2026
Planning
Board considers setback adjustment for two barns on County Road 43
The Routt County Board of Adjustment will meet to consider a petition regarding the location of two existing barns. The board is reviewing a request to allow these structures to remain within an 80-foot road centerline setback.
- PL20260004: Adjustment for Michael and Lessica Hofschulte to locate two existing barns within the 80-foot road centerline setback on County Road 43
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✓ Decided: Board approves setback adjustment for two barns on County Road 43
The Board of Adjustment approved item PL2026004, granting a setback reduction for two existing barns on CR 43 to 66.3 ft and 65.8 ft from the required 80 ft. The approval includes conditions requiring a letter confirming agricultural use within three months and compliance with building‑code standards. The Board also unanimously approved the Sunshine Law resolution and the prior meeting minutes.
- Approved PL2026004 setback adjustment for two barns (5-0)
- Approved Sunshine Law resolution (5-0)
- Approved October 13 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
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BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA
April 13, 2026
6:00 PM
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
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(Comments regarding items on the agenda will be taken during that agenda item.)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MINUTES FROM OCTOBER 13, 2025
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SUNSHINE RESOLUTION
BOA Sunshine Resolution.pdf
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
HOFSCHULTE'S BARNS ADJUSTMENT; PL20260004
PL20260004 Staff Report with Attachments.pdf
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
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ADJOURNMENT
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ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
FINAL MINUTES
APRIL 13, 2026
The Routt County Board of Adjustment meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.
with the following members participating: Chairman Don Prowant, George Blau,
Todd Pedersen, Brian Kelly, and Planning Commissioner David Hoffman.
Assistant Planning Director Alan Goldich and staff planner Greg Jaeger were
also present. Sarah Katherman prepared the minutes.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment.
MINUTES – OCTOBER 13, 2025
Mr. Kelly moved to approve the minutes of the above cited Board of Adjustment
hearing, as written. Mr. Pedersen seconded the motion. The motion carried 5 –
0, with the Chair voting yes.
ACTIVITY: PL2026004
APPELLANT: Michael & Jessica Hofschulte c/o Yampa Valley
Engineering
REQUEST: Adjustment to locate two existing barns within the 80-
foot road centerline setback
Required: 80 ft. from centerline of roadway
Requested: 1) 66.3 ft. from centerline for framed pole barn (north
barn) for an adjustment of 13.7 ft.
2) 65.8 ft. from centerline for framed barn (south barn)
for an adjustment of 14.2 ft.
LOCATION: A parcel of land on CR 43, one mile from the intersection
with CR 33
Mr. Michael Hofschulte stated that when he went in to pull a building permit for a
secondary dwelling unit for his mother-in-law, he was unable to do so because
two existing barns on the property encroach into the County Road (CR) setback.
He said that he is here to bring those two barns into conformance.
Mr. Greg Jaeg
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Thu Apr 9, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Board of Equalization hearings scheduled for April 9
The Routt County Board of County Commissioners will hold hearings regarding property valuation and classification. Hearings are scheduled for 1:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. at the Historic Courthouse in Steamboat Springs.
- Board of Equalization hearings on property valuation
- Hearings at 522 Lincoln Avenue, Steamboat Springs
- Remote participation available via Zoom
- Procedures for presenting evidence and questioning parties
- Meeting adjournment after hearings
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COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION HEARINGS
April 9, 2026
All Board of Equalization hearings are open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Hearings will be held at 522 Lincoln Avenue, Steamboat Springs, in the
Commissioners' Hearing Room, 3rd floor of the Historic Courthouse, or otherwise
noted. When attending remotely, please join 5 minutes before the start of your
scheduled time.
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OVERVIEW OF HEARING PROCEDURES
The hearing officer, having been appointed by the Board of County Commissioners as
an independent referee, will conduct the hearing. No discussion of taxes will be
allowed, as the subject matter of the hearings is in relation to property valuation
and/or classification. The procedure for each hearing is as follows; both sides will
have the opportunity to present their evidence, and then the hearing officer will
have a chance to ask questions of both parties and determine their recommendation.
RULES OF PROCEDURE & SWEARING IN WILL OCCUR BEFORE EACH INDIVIDUAL
HEARING
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MEETING ADJOURNED
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Thu Apr 9, 2026
Airport
Yampa Valley Airport Commission to review budget and infrastructure updates
The commission will receive updates on airport capital, infrastructure, and budgets. The meeting includes reports on air service and an update from Atlantic Aviation.
- Airport/Capital/Infrastructure/Budget updates from Josh Schroeder and Tinneal Gerber
- Air Service update from Janet Fischer and Tinneal Gerber
- Atlantic Aviation update from Tim Ascher
- Reports from Marketing and Outreach and Finance committees
- Manager's reports for Steamboat Springs Airport (SBS) and Yampa Valley Regional Airport (HDN)
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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved the February 12, 2026 meeting minutes
The Yampa Valley Airport Commission voted to accept the February 12, 2026 minutes with a unanimous motion. No other formal votes or approvals were recorded; the remainder of the meeting consisted of updates on engineering contracts, terminal expansion, staffing changes, and other operational matters.
- Approved February 12, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
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YAMPA VALLEY AIRPORT COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
April 9, 2026
The meeting will be held at Yampa Valley Regional Airport via a hybrid in-
person/Teams meeting format with formal agenda starting at 6:00 pm MST. A light
dinner will be served at 5:30 PM. The meeting will begin promptly at 6:00 PM MST.
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Meeting ID: 221 924 271 259 3
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Organizational Matters: Time Allotted: 15 Minutes
Roll Call
Approval Of The February 12, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
YVAC MINUTES 12 FEB 26 DRAFT.PDF
Non-Agenda Public Comments: Time Allotted 3 Minutes
Comments From Board Members: Time Allotted: 5 Minutes
New Business: Time Allotted: 60 Minutes
Airport/Capital/Infrastructure/Budget Update - Josh Schroeder
Airport/Capital/Infrastructure/Budget Update - Tinneal Gerber
Air Service Update - Janet Fischer/Tinneal Gerber
Atlantic Aviation Update - Tim Ascher
Reports From YVAC Committees: Time Allotted: 15 Minutes
Marketing And Outreach: Katie Brown, Janet Fischer, Keith Hensley, Tinneal Gerber,
Josh Schroeder
Finance: Tim Redmond, Steve Birch, Randy Looper, Tinneal Gerber, Josh Schroeder
Manager's Reports - Provided Via Email. No Verbal Presentation Will Be Made, Except To
Answer Questions Pertaining To Those Reports:
Steamboat Springs Airport (SBS) - Josh Schroeder
2026-04-09-SBS MANAGERS REPORT.PDF
Yampa Valley Regional Airport (HDN) – Tinneal Gerber
YVRA_NEWSLETTER_APRIL2026_ACCESSIBLE.PDF
Discuss Location/Format & Agenda Items For June 11, 2
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Yampa Valley Airport Commission
April 9, 2026
Meeting Minutes
The regular meeting of the Yampa Valley Airport Commission (YVAC) was called to
order at 6:03 p.m. on Thursday, April 9, 2026, in the Yampa Valley Regional Airport
(Hayden) Conference Room, Hayden, CO, as well as via Microsoft Teams.
YVAC Members present:
Tim Redmond – Routt County Commissioner, Chair
Michael Buccino – Steamboat Springs City Council
Janet Fischer – Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp
Keith Hensley – Routt County Business
Randy Looper – Craig City Council
Elaine Hicks – Hayden Town Council
Steve Birch – Routt County Aviation
Traver Farmer – Routt County Aviation
Nolene Powers – Routt County Resident
YVAC Members absent:
Amy Dickson – Steamboat Springs City Council, Alternate
Chris Nichols – Craig City Council, Alternate
Katie Brown – Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp., Alternate
Ryan Banks – Hayden Town Council, Alternate
Others Present:
Tinneal Gerber – Airport Director, YVRA
Josh Schroeder – Airport Manager, SBS
Tim Ascher – Atlantic Aviation, HDN General Manager
Jesse Erickson – Woolpert, Project Manager
Jared Fox – Desert Jet
Ben Horstman – Desert Jet
Jordan Weins – Wiens Capital Management LLC
1. ORGANIZATIONAL MATTERS
I. Approval of Minutes – February 12, 2026
MOTION
Commissioner Looper moved to accept February 12, 2026, meeting minutes as
presented; Commissioner Farmer seconded. The motion carried unanimously
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Thu Apr 2, 2026
Planning
Planning Commission will consider zone change and permits for Area 51B Storage
The Planning Commission will review two applications submitted by Area 51B Storage LLC. Application PL20250052 seeks a conditional use permit and variances for a self‑storage facility. Application PL20250053 requests a zoning change from Agriculture/Forestry to Industrial for the site at 13475 County Road 51B, about 0.76 mi from the RCR 27 and HWY 40 intersection. The commission will decide whether to approve these requests.
- PL20250052: Conditional use permit and variance requests for self‑storage
- PL20250053: Zone change from Agriculture/Forestry to Industrial
- Location: Lot 1 Seneca Savage Truck Terminal, 13475 County Road 51B
- Applicant: Area 51B Storage LLC (Todd Moore)
- Proximity: .76 miles from intersection RCR 27 and HWY 40
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved zone change and CUP for Area 51B storage
The commission unanimously approved the meeting minutes. It then approved a zone change from Agriculture/Forestry to Industrial for parcel 13475 County Road 51B with a 7‑0 vote. The commission also approved a Conditional Use Permit for a self‑storage/mini‑warehouse on the same parcel. Commissioner Benjamin recused himself from the discussion due to a conflict of interest.
- Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Commissioner Benjamin recused from storage permit item
- Approved zone change to Industrial (7‑0, Chair voted yes)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for self‑storage/mini‑warehouse (motion carried)
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
April 2, 2026
6:00 PM
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522 Lincoln Avenue, Hearing Room, Steamboat Springs - or otherwise noted.
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may address the Planning Commission on items not on the
agenda. (Comments regarding items on the agenda will be taken during that agenda
item.)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MINUTES FROM MARCH 19, 2026
031926-pc-draft - corrected_CL.pdf
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
AREA 51 B STORAGE ZONE CHANGE, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, AND
VARIANCE REQUESTS; PL20250052 AND PL20250053
_PL20250052 and PL20250053 Staff Report with attachments.pdf
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Administrator's Report may include the reading of future Planning Commission agendas
and recent Board of County Commissioner decisions.
ADJOURNMENT
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Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need special accommodation due to a disability,
please call the Commissioners' Office at (970) 879-0108 to ensure we can meet your
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ROUTT COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
MINUTES
APRIL 2, 2026
The meeting of the Routt County Planning Commission was called to order at
6:00 p.m. with the following members present: Chair Steve Warnke and
Commissioners Brian Kelly, Nick Belz, Tim Sullivan, Robin Schepper, Andrew
Benjamin, Bill Norris, and Linda Miller. Commissioners Jim DeFrancia, David
Hoffman and David Miller were absent. Planning Director Kristy Winser and staff
planner Greg Jaeger also attended. Sarah Katherman prepared the minutes.
The new board members Nick Belz, Robin Schepper, and Tim Sullivan each
introduced themselves and reviewed their backgrounds.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mr. Walter Magill stated that it remains unclear what the County expects and
desires regarding wildlife mitigations plans, particularly for smaller projects.
MINUTES – MARCH 19, 2026
Commissioner Kelly moved to approve the above cited minutes, as written.
Commissioner Benjamin seconded the motion. The motion carried
unanimously.
Activity: PL20250052 & PL20250053
Applicant: Area 51B Storage LLC, Todd Moore
Petition: Conditional Use Permit - Self Storage with variance
requests; Zone change from Agriculture/Forestry to
Industrial
Location: 13475 County Road 51B; located 0.76 miles from the
intersection of CR 27 and US Hwy 40
Commissioner Benjamin recused himself from this item, citing a potential
conflict of interest. He stated that he is working for the owner of the property on
a different project.
Mr. Walter Magill of Four Points S
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Thu Mar 19, 2026
Planning
✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of gravel mining special use permit
The commission unanimously approved the March 5 meeting minutes. It then moved to recommend approval of item PL20250096, a Special Use Permit for expanding the Hewes Pit gravel mine. The recommendation includes a 10‑year permit term, limits gravel use to public projects, and sets specific operational and environmental conditions. No vote tally was recorded for the SUP recommendation.
- Approved March 5 minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Special Use Permit for gravel mining expansion (no vote tally recorded)
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ROUTT COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
FINAL MINUTES
MARCH 19, 2026
The meeting of the Routt County Planning Commission was called to order at
6:00 p.m. with the following members present: Chair Steve Warnke and
Commissioners Jim DeFrancia, Andrew Benjamin, Bill Norris, Linda Miller, Pete
Wood and David Miller. Commissioners David Hoffman, Ren Martyn, Brian Kelly,
and Todd Pedersen were absent. Planning Director Kristy Winser and staff
planner Greg Jaeger also attended. Sarah Katherman prepared the minutes.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment.
MINUTES – MARCH 5, 2026
Commissioner DeFrancia moved to approve the above cited minutes, as written.
Commissioner Norris seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
Activity: PL20250096
Applicant: Routt County
Petition: Special Use Permit – Mining for expansion of the Hewes
Pit
Location: 286555 CR 5; located on the north side of County
Road 5 approximately 5.5 miles west of its
intersection with State Highway 131
Mr. Zach Schaffner, Division Manager for Routt County Road & Bridge, stated
that the County is under contract to purchase the subject property, pending
approval of the Special Use Permit (SUP). He stated that the existing gravel pit
on the site is almost mined out and that the Conty intends to shift the mining
operation to an adjacent 10-acre area to serve as a source of gravel for County
road work in South Routt.
Mr. Jaeger reviewed the history of the property as detailed in the staff report. He
desc
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Thu Mar 5, 2026
Planning
Commission will consider easement vacations and a zone change for subdivisions
The Routt County Planning Commission will discuss two subdivision items: a vacation of a utility easement for Lot 8 Fish Creek Hill Subdivision (PL20250081) and a lot line adjustment, zone change, and easement vacation for the Nicholas‑Whittingham Subdivision (PL20250037, PL20250068, PL20250092). The meeting will also adopt a Sunshine Resolution and approve minutes from the December 18, 2025 meeting.
- Vacation of utility easement for Lot 8 Fish Creek Hill Subdivision (PL20250081)
- Lot line adjustment for Lot 8 Moon Hill Meadows (PL20250037)
- Vacation of small portion of utility easement (PL20250068)
- Rezone small portion from AF to MR (PL20250092)
- Adopt Sunshine Resolution
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✓ Decided: Commission approved lot line adjustment, easement vacations, and rezoning in Moon Hill
The Planning Commission adopted the Sunshine Law Resolution and approved the December 18, 2025 minutes, both unanimously. It approved a vacation of a utility easement for 1765 Alexandre Way (9‑0). It approved a lot line adjustment, a related utility easement vacation, and a zone change from Agriculture Forestry to Mountain Residential for parcels at Moon Hill Meadows, each with a 9‑0 vote.
- Adopt Sunshine Law Resolution (unanimous)
- Approve December 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approve PL20250081 utility easement vacation (9‑0)
- Approve PL20250037 lot line adjustment (9‑0)
- Approve PL20250068 utility easement vacation (9‑0)
- Approve PL20250092 zone change to Mountain Residential (9‑0)
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
March 5, 2026
6:00 PM
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meeting. To ensure you have the most up -to-date information, please check
the agenda within 24 hours of its start time.
Planning Commission meetings are open to the public unless otherwise
noted. All meetings will be held in the Routt County Historic Courthouse -
522 Lincoln Avenue, Hearing Room, Steamboat Springs - or otherwise noted.
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may address the Planning Commission on items not on the
agenda. (Comments regarding items on the agenda will be taken during that agenda
item.)
SUNSHINE RESOLUTION
Sunshine Resolution
PC Sunshine Resolution_CL.pdf
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes From December 18, 2025
121825-pc-draft_CL Corrected.pdf
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
LOT 8 FISH CREEK HILL SUBDIVISION F1 VACATION OF EASEMENT;
PL20250081
PL20250081 Staff Report with Attachments.pdf
NICHOLAS-WHITTINGHAM SUBDIVISION LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT, ZONE
CHANGE, AND VACATION OF EASEMENT
PL20250037, PL20250068 and PL20250092 Staff Report with Attachments.pdf
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Administrator's Report may include the reading of future Planning Commission agendas
and recent Board of County Commissioner decisions.
Routt County operates all programs, services, and activities in compliance with the
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ROUTT COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
DRAFT MINUTES
MARCH 5, 2026
The meeting of the Routt County Planning Commission was called to order at
6:00 p.m. with the following members present: Chair Steve Warnke and
Commissioners Brian Kelly, Jim DeFrancia, Andrew Benjamin, Bill Norris, Linda
Miller, Ren Martyn, David Miller, and David Hoffman. Commissioners Pete Wood
and Todd Pedersen were absent. Planning Director Kristy Winser and staff
planners Michael Eggert and Greg Jaeger also attended. Sarah Katherman
prepared the minutes.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment.
SUNSHINE LAW RESOLUTION
Chair Warnke reviewed the Sunshine Law Resolution that lists the posting places
for Planning Commission public hearings.
MOTION
Commissioner Norris moved to adopt the Sunshine Law Resolution, as
presented. Commissioner DeFrancia seconded the motion. The motion carried
unanimously.
MINUTES – DECEMBER 18, 2025
Commissioner Benjamin noted a typo on page 13.
Commissioner DeFrancia moved to approve the above cited minutes, as
amended. Commissioner Kelly seconded the motion. The motion carried
unanimously.
Activity: PL20250081
Applicant: Joel Fain Revocable Trust C/O Walter Magill Four
Points Surveying
Petition: Vacation of Utility Easements along interior lot lines
Location: 1765 Alexandre Way, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
R.C.P.C. MINUTES March 5, 2026
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Mr. Walter Magill, representing the petitioner, reviewed the proposal to vacate a
portion of the interior utility easements along
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Thu Feb 26, 2026
PDR
Citizens Advisory Board to discuss Purchase of Development Rights
The Citizens' Advisory Board will consider adopting a resolution for posting meeting notices and reviewing administrative updates, including a 2025 annual report and proposed amendments to PDR Project 224.
- Adoption of resolution for posting meeting notices
- Review of 2025 PDR Annual Report
- Review of proposed amendment for PDR Project 224
- Withdrawal of PDR Project 215
- Executive session to discuss property transactions
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Purchase of Development Rights
Citizens ’ Advisory Board
Agenda
February 26, 2026
9:00 am
522 Lincoln Ave, Steamboat Springs
Attorney's Conference Room
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL FOR THE PURPOSE OF DETERMINING A QUORUM
CONSIDERATION AND ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING PLACE FOR
POSTING OF NOTICES OF MEETINGS OF THE PURCHASE OF DEVELOPMENT
RIGHTS BOARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH C. R. S. § 24-6-402
PDR 2026 SUNSHINE RESOLUTION.PDF
STAFF ITEMS
ADMINISTRATIVE UPDATES
l New appointments
l 2025 PDR Annual Report
l Updated Progress Report on the website, now titled PDR Project Report
REVIEW OF PDR RULES OF ORDER
PDR RULES OF ORDER ORIGINAL.PDF
PDR RULES OF ORDER CLEAN DRAFT.PDF
2026 CCALT EASEMENT TEMPLATE UPDATE
2026 PDR TEMPLATE TRACK CHANGES W DRAFTING NOTES.PDF
EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR A CONFERENCE WITH THE COUNTY ATTORNEY TO
RECEIVE LEGAL ADVICE ON SPECIFIC MATTERS UNDER C.R.S. SECTION 24-6-402(4)
(B)
LEGAL ISSUES TRAINING
EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS THE PURCHASE, ACQUISITION, LEASE
TRANSFER, OR SALE OF ANY REAL, PERSONAL, OR OTHER PROPERTY UNDER
C.R.S. 24-6-402 (4)(A)
WITHDRAWAL OF PDR PROJECT 215
ROUTT PDR PROJECT 215 RELEASE LETTER REDACTED.PDF
PDR PROJECT 224 PROPOSED AMENDMENT
MEETING ADJOURNED
Executive Session may be required under C.R.S. 24-6-402 (4)(a)
to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease transfer, or sale of any real, personal, or
other property.
Routt County is committed to providing equitable access to our services to
everyone
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Thu Feb 12, 2026
Airport
Yampa Valley Airport Commission to review budget and infrastructure updates
The Commission will receive updates on airport capital, infrastructure, and budgets. The body will also discuss air service and Atlantic Aviation updates. Members will identify participants for the Marketing and Outreach and Finance committees.
- Election of officers
- Resolution designating the place for posting meeting notices
- Airport, capital, infrastructure, and budget updates
- Air service update from Janet Fischer
- Atlantic Aviation update from Tim Ascher
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✓ Decided: Commission elected new Chair, Vice Chair and Secretary
The Yampa Valley Airport Commission unanimously elected Tim Redmond as Chair, Michael Buccino as Vice Chair, and Airport Director Tinneal Gerber as Secretary. The commission also approved the December 11, 2025 meeting minutes. Finally, it approved standard posting locations for meeting notices on the Routt County website, at the County Clerk and Recorder’s Office, the commissioners’ bulletin board, and the participating municipal sites.
- Elected Tim Redmond as Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Michael Buccino as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Tinneal Gerber as Secretary (unanimous)
- Approved December 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved posting locations for notices at Routt County website, Clerk office, commissioners’ bulletin board and municipal sites (unanimous)
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YAMPA VALLEY AIRPORT COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
February 12, 2026
The meeting will be held at Steamboat Springs Airport via a hybrid in-person/Teams
meeting format with formal agenda starting at 6:00 pm MST. A light dinner will be
served at 5:30 PM. The meeting will begin promptly at 6:00 PM MST.
Join the meeting via our Teams Link .
Meeting ID: 221 924 271 259 3
Passcode: WR7TZ933
Organizational Matters: Time Allotted: 15 Minutes
Roll Call
Election Of Officers
Approval Of December 11, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes
YVAC MINUTES 11 DEC 25 DRAFT.PDF
Resolution Designating Place For Posting Of Notices Of Meetings Of The Yampa Valley
Airport Commission In Accordance With C.R.S. § 24 -6-402
SUNSHINE LAW RESOLUTION.PDF
Non-Agenda Public Comments: Time Allotted 5 Minutes
Comments From The Board Members: Time Allotted: 5 Minutes
New Business: Time Allotted: 60 Minutes
Airport/Capital/Infrastructure/Budget Update – Josh Schroeder
Airport/Capital/Infrastructure/Budget Update - Tinneal Gerber
Air Service Update – Janet Fischer
Atlantic Aviation Update – Tim Ascher
Reports From YVAC Committees: Time Allotted: 15 Minutes
Marketing And Outreach: Identify Committee Members/Set Meetings
Finance: Identify Committee Members/Set Meetings
Manager's Reports - Provided Via Email. No Verbal Presentation Will Be Made, Except To
Answer Questions Pertaining To Those Reports:
Steamboat Springs Airport (SBS) – Josh Schroeder
2026-02-12-SBS-MANAGERS-REPORT.PDF
Yampa Valley Regional Airport (HDN) –
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Yampa Valley Airport Commission
February 12, 2026
Meeting Minutes
The regular meeting of the Yampa Valley Airport Commission (Y VAC) was called to
order at 6:03 p.m. on Thursday, February 12, 2026, in the Bob Adams (Steamboat
Springs) Airport Conference Room, Steamboat Springs, CO, as well as via Microsoft
Teams,
YVAC Members present:
Tim Redmond — Routt County Commissioner, Chair
Michael Buccino — Steamboat Springs City Council
Janet Fischer — Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp
Keith Hensley — Routt County Business
Randy Looper — Craig City Council
Elaine Hicks — Hayden Town Council
Steve Birch —- Routt County Aviation
Traver Farmer — Routt County Aviation
Nolene Powers — Routt County Resident
YVAC Members absent:
Amy Dickson — Steamboat Springs City Council, Alternate
Chris Nichols — Craig City Council, Alternate
Katie Brown — Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp., Alternate
Ryan Banks — Hayden Town Council, Alternate
Others Present:
Tinneal Gerber — Airport Director, YVRA
Josh Schroeder — Airport Manager, SBS
Tim Ascher ~ Atlantic Aviation, HDN General Manager
Jesse Erickson — Woolpert, Project Manager
Jared. Fox — Desert Jet
Ben Horstman — Desert Jet
Jordan Weins — Wiens Capital Management LLC
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ORGANIZATIONAL MATTERS
1) Election of Officers -MOTION
Commissioner Redmond opened discussions for the election of officers and reviewed
the positions outlined in the bylaws: Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. It was noted
that while the Bylaws include a Vice Chair position
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Tue Feb 10, 2026
Museum Board
Museum Board to review 2025 financials and 2026 budgets for local museum entities
The Museum and Heritage Fund Advisory Board is meeting to consider recommending the approval of 2025 financials and 2026 budgets for six museum entities to the Board of County Commissioners. The board will also address a resolution for posting meeting notices and approve previous meeting minutes.
- Recommendation of 2025 financials and 2026 budgets for Tread of Pioneers Museum
- Recommendation of 2025 financials and 2026 budgets for Yampa-Egeria Historical Society
- Recommendation of 2025 financials and 2026 budgets for Historical Society of Oak Creek and Phippsburg
- Recommendation of 2025 financials and 2026 budgets for Historic Routt County
- Recommendation of 2025 financials and 2026 budgets for Hayden Heritage Center and Hahns Peak Area Historical Society
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STATE OF COLORADO
COUNTY OF ROUTT
MUSEUM AND HERITAGE FUND ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
AGENDA
February 10, 2026
6:00 PM
Commissioners' Hearing Room
3rd Floor of the Historic Courthouse
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL FOR PURPOSE OF DETERMINING A QUORUM
CONSIDERATION AND ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING PLACE FOR
POSTING OF NOTICES OF MEETINGS OF THE MUSEUM AND HERITAGE FUND
BOARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH C. R. S. § 24-6-402
2026 SUNSHINE RESOLUTION.PDF
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF THE OCTOBER 21, 2025 MINUTES OF THE
MUSEUM AND HERITAGE FUND ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
10.21.2025 DRAFT MAHFAB MEETING MINUTES.PDF
CONSIDERATION OF RECOMMENDATION OF APPROVAL FOR ROUTT COUNTY
MUSEUM ENTITIES' 2024 FINANCIALS AND 2025 BUDGETS
TREAD OF PIONEERS MUSEUM
Consideration for the Museum and Heritage Fund Advisory Board to
recommend that the Board of County Commissioners approve the Tread of
Pioneers Museum's 2025 financials and 2026 budget.
TREAD OF PIONEERS FINANCIAL REPORT 2026.PDF
YAMPA-EGERIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Consideration for the Museum and Heritage Fund Advisory Board to recommend that
the Board of County Commissioners approve Yampa-Egeria Historical Society ’s
2025 financials and 2026 budget.
YAMPA EGERIA FINANCIAL REPORT 2026.PDF
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF OAK CREEK AND PHIPPSBURG
Consideration for the Museum and Heritage Fund Advisory Board to
recommend that the Board of County Commissioners approve the Historical
Society of Oak Creek and Phippsb
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Wed Feb 4, 2026
Historic Preservation Board
Historic Preservation Board to consider designations and resolutions
The Routt County Historic Preservation Board will meet to consider final designations for the NYBY property and the Margaret Duncan Brown Ranch Headquarters, along with a certified local government resolution.
- Consideration of final designation for NYBY Property
- Consideration of final designation for Margaret Duncan Brown Ranch Headquarters
- Review of Certified Local Government Resolution 2003-47
- Meeting adjournment at 2:00 P.M.
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STATE OF COLORADO
COUNTY OF ROUTT
Historic Preservation Board
Regular Meeting
February 4, 2026
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
Roll call for the purpose of determining a quorum.
SUNSHINE RESOLUTION
SUNSHINE RESOLUTION 2026.PDF
HISTORIC PRESERVATION DESIGNATION APPLICATIONS
12_15_25 NYBY PROPERTY FINAL.PDF
MARGARET DUNCAN BROWN RANCH HEADQUARTERS NOMINATION.PDF
CERTIFIRED LOCAL GOVERNMENT RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION 2003-47.AMENDING AND RESTATING.58595REVISED
2025_010_01.PDF
MEETING ADJOURNED
1. 12:00 P.M.
2.
3.
Documents:
4.
Documents:
5.
Documents:
6. 2:00 P.M.
Thu Jan 8, 2026
Board of County Commissioners
Board of Equalization hearing for Henry Robert Cruz Living Trust
The Routt County Board of Commissioners will hold Board of Equalization hearings on January 8, 2026 at 522 Lincoln Avenue, Steamboat Springs. The hearing will address property valuation and classification for the Henry Robert Cruz Living Trust (case R8167285). An appointed hearing officer will conduct the hearing, allowing both parties to present evidence before making a recommendation. Discussion of taxes is not permitted during the hearing.
- Hearing for R8167285 Henry Robert Cruz Living Trust
- Location: Commissioners' Hearing Room, 3rd floor Historic Courthouse, 522 Lincoln Ave.
- Remote attendance via Zoom (join 5 minutes early)
- Documents: CRUZ.PDF, CRUZ_ABATEMENT APPRAISER, CRUZ_APPRAISER EXHIBIT A LEASES, CRUZ_ABATEMENT FORM_SIGNED
- Rules: no tax discussion; hearing officer independent referee appointed by Board
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COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION HEARINGS
January 8, 2026
All Board of Equalization hearings are open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Hearings will be held at 522 Lincoln Avenue, Steamboat Springs, in the
Commissioners' Hearing Room, 3rd floor of the Historic Courthouse, or otherwise
noted. When attending remotely, please join 5 minutes before the start of your
scheduled time.
Click Here to join via Zoom.
OVERVIEW OF HEARING PROCEDURES
The hearing officer, having been appointed by the Board of County Commissioners as
an independent referee, will conduct the hearing. No discussion of taxes will be
allowed, as the subject matter of the hearings is in relation to property valuation
and/or classification. The procedure for each hearing is as follows; both sides will
have the opportunity to present their evidence, and then the hearing officer will
have a chance to ask questions of both parties and determine their recommendation.
RULES OF PROCEDURE & SWEARING IN WILL OCCUR BEFORE EACH INDIVIDUAL
HEARING
R8167285 HENRY ROBERT CRUZ LIVING TRUST
R8167285 CRUZ.PDF
R8167285_CRUZ_ABATEMENT APPRAISER
REPORT_CORRECTED_ACCESSIBLE.PDF
R8167285_CRUZ_APPRAISER EXHIBIT A LEASES.PDF
R8167285_CRUZ_ABATEMENT FORM_SIGNED.PDF
MEETING ADJOURNED
All programs, services and activities of Routt County are operated in compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need a special accommodation as a result
of a disability, please call the Commissioners Office at (970) 879 -0108 t
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