La Plata County public meetings in 2025

Board of County Commissioner's Special Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider the certification of levies and revenues for the 2026 budget year and appointments to the Planning Commission. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with various service agreements and letters of support.

• Certification of Levies and Revenues for budget year 2026
• 2026 Shelter Management Services Agreement with La Plata County Humane Society
• Resolution 2025-35, La Plata County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Settlement agreement between La Plata County and Durango Area Tourism Office dba Visit Durango
• Amendment to CR 151 IRU Agreement for Broadband

Board of County Commissioners Special Planning Meeting

The Board will consider Resolution 2025‑41, which amends the Durango and Florida Mesa District Plans to modify the Joint Planning Area map for the Silverview Lane area. This item is placed on the consent agenda and will be approved by a single motion unless moved to the decision agenda. No other items are listed for discussion.

• Resolution 2025‑41 – amendment to Durango and Florida Mesa District Plans for the Silverview Lane map

Board of County Commissioners Special Planning Meeting

The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider Resolution 2025-42, which approves the 2025 Southeast District Plan Update. The meeting will be held at the County Administration Building in Durango.

• Approval of Resolution 2025-42 for the 2025 Southeast District Plan Update
• Approval of minutes
• Public participation via Zoom and in-person
• Potential executive session per CRS 24-6-402(4)

Lake Durango Water Authority

The board will consider several routine approvals, including the adoption of the 2026 budget and the appropriation of funds. It will also vote on meeting locations, review a cost‑of‑service update, and approve outstanding bills. The meeting is open to the public and follows standard agenda items.

• Resolution 26-2 – Adopt 2026 Budget
• Resolution 26-3 – Appropriate sums of money
• Resolution 26-1 – Approve meeting locations
• Cost‑of‑service update
• Approval of bills

Board Discussion Time

The La Plata County Board will hear updates on the Wildfire and Watershed Protection Fund, the 2025 Annual Water Rights Report, and the EPA and US Army Corps of Engineers proposed definition of “Waters of the United States.” The meeting also includes a discussion of county fees and a preview of future board items. No formal decisions are indicated; the session is for information and discussion.

• Wildfire and Watershed Protection Fund updates – presentation by Rob Farino and team
• 2025 Annual Water Rights Report – presented by Tracie Hughes and Steve Wolff
• EPA and USACE updated definition of “Waters of the United States” – 20‑minute briefing
• La Plata County Fees Discussion – led by Sarah Jacobson
• Future Board Discussion Items – preview of upcoming topics

Community Corrections Board

The CCB Screening Committee will meet to review client requests and Individual Service Plan (ISP) approvals. The board will enter an executive session to discuss confidential reports and parole records before returning to a public session to vote.

• Screening of Ronald Mestas (25CR236 & 25CR279)
• Screening of Zane Shuler (22CR346)
• Screening of Justin Brown (24CR5038)
• Approval of December 3, 2025, meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners Planning Agenda

The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners will consider four resolutions. One modifies the joint planning area map for the Silverview Lane area in the Durango and Florida Mesa District Plans. Two amend the county land use code and Chapter 69 to address battery energy storage systems. The final resolution adopts a temporary moratorium on accepting and processing battery energy storage system applications.

• Resolution 2025-41: Amend Durango and Florida Mesa District Plans to modify the joint planning area map for the Silverview Lane Area.
• Resolution 2025-27: Amend La Plata County land use code related to battery energy storage systems.
• Resolution 2025-26: Amend Chapter 69 of the La Plata County Code.
• Resolution extending a temporary moratorium on the acceptance and processing of battery energy storage system applications.

Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Southwest La Plata Library District

The Board of Trustees will meet to receive updates from the Director and various committees. The meeting includes a discussion on the Kline Property as part of a Strategic Planning Committee update.

• Strategic Planning Committee update and Kline Property discussion
• Approval of November 17, 2025, and December 1, 2025, meeting minutes
• Updates from the Management and Finance Committees
• Update from Friends of the Library members

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The La Plata County Planning Commission will approve its agenda and minutes from prior meetings. It will adopt a resolution updating the Southeast District Plan. The commission will also set the meeting schedule for 2026.

• Resolution adopting an update to the Southeast District Plan (Consent Agenda)
• Approval of agenda for the December 11, 2025 meeting
• Approval of minutes from October 9, 2025; November 6, 2025; November 13, 2025; and November 20, 2025 meetings
• Adoption of the Planning Commission 2026 meeting schedule

The commission approved its meeting agenda and several prior meeting minutes. It adopted Resolution 2025-01-PC, updating the Southeast District Plan. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved October 9, 2025 minutes (4-0, Craig recused)
• Approved November 6, 2025 minutes (4-0, Craig recused)
• Approved November 13, 2025 minutes (3-0, Vagasky and Haar recused)
• Approved November 20, 2025 minutes (4-0, Vagasky recused)
• Adopted Southeast District Plan Update via Resolution 2025-01-PC (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting

Board Discussion Time

The Board will hear a Long Term Recovery Group update on Vallecito flooding, a presentation on Colorado Human Services and Health Care Policy budget proposals for FY 2027, and information on Battery Energy Storage Systems rulemaking. The budget proposals include a $6 million reduction of incentive funds and multiple changes to the county’s TANF allocations. The Battery Energy Storage Systems discussion will review draft resolutions amending the county code but no action will be taken at this meeting.

• Vallecito Flooding: Long Term Recovery Group update – 20‑minute presentation
• CDHS and HCPF FY 2027 budget proposals – $6 M cut from $8.3 M incentive funds; TANF allocation reduced from $1.2 M to $370,000; TANF reserves cap reduced from $494 K to $249 K (or $75 K)
• Battery Energy Storage Systems rulemaking – draft Resolution 2025‑26 (Chapter 69) and Resolution 2025‑27 (Land Use Code) for discussion only
• CCAT (Colorado Climate Action Team) update – staff briefing
• Future Board Discussion Items – items slated for later consideration

Housing Work Session

The body will conduct a work session to review housing context and current housing struggles. The meeting includes a project overview and a discussion on values.

• Project overview
• Housing context review
• Values discussion
• Review of current housing struggles

Board of Health Special Meeting

The Board of Health will hold public hearings regarding wastewater treatment systems. The body will consider updating county-wide regulations and a specific variance application for a property in Durango.

• Public hearing on Resolution BOH-2025-02 to repeal and re-enact regulations for Public Health On-site Wastewater Treatment Systems
• Public hearing on a variance application for an on-site wastewater treatment system at Animas Airpark, 103 Flight Line Road, Durango, CO 81303
• Consideration of Facilitators to Decrease Barriers for the Prevention, Investigation and Control of Colorado Reportable Diseases and Conditions Policy

Board of County Commissioners Special Planning Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider two resolutions amending the county code. These proposals involve updates to land use regulations and specific rules regarding turf and invasive plant species.

• Resolution 2025-36: Amending Chapters 62, 66, 70 and 79 of the La Plata County Code
• Resolution 2025-31: Amending Land Use Code Chapters 62, 66, 70, 72, 73, and 79 regarding Nonfunctional Turf, Artificial Turf, Invasive Plant Species, and Landscaping

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider the adoption of the 2026 budget, related appropriations, and the levying of property taxes for 2025. The meeting also includes a resolution regarding graywater use and numerous board and commission appointments.

• Resolution No. 2025-32: adoption of the 2026 La Plata County Budget
• Resolution No. 2025-34: levying property taxes for 2025 to defray 2026 budget costs
• Resolution 2025-29: prohibiting certain categories of graywater use in unincorporated areas
• Resolution 2025-30: supplementing the 2025 Budget
• Appointments to the Planning Commission, Living with Wildlife Advisory Board, and Pine River Cemetery District Committee

La Plata County Palo Verde Public Improvement District Meeting 12/9/25

The district board will consider three resolutions: adopting the 2026 budget, appropriating money for that budget, and levying property taxes for 2025 to fund the 2026 budget. These items are on the Decision Agenda and will be voted on after routine consent items. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as approvals of minutes and conflict‑of‑interest disclosures.

• Resolution No 2025-01 – adoption of the 2026 Palo Verde PID #3 budget
• Resolution No 2025-02 – appropriation of sums of money for the 2026 budget
• Resolution No 2025-03 – levying property taxes for 2025 to defray 2026 budget costs

Durango Hills Road Improvement District Board Meeting

The Durango Hills Road Improvement District Board will meet to discuss the 2026 budget. The board is considering resolutions to appropriate funds and levy property taxes for 2025 to fund the 2026 budget year.

• Resolution No. R-DHRID#1-2025-02: adoption of the 2026 budget
• Resolution No. R-DHRID#1-2025-3: appropriation of money for the 2026 budget
• Resolution No. R-DHRID#1-2025-4: levying property taxes for 2025

Southwest La Plata Library District

The Southwest La Plata Library District Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on December 8, 2025. The meeting’s purpose is to approve resolutions related to the district’s 2026 budget, which was presented and approved at a public hearing on November 17, 2025. No other official actions are scheduled, though additional library business may be discussed.

• Approve resolutions for the 2026 library district budget (budget previously approved at the Nov 17, 2025 public hearing)

Community Corrections Board

The Community Corrections Board will hold an executive session to review and vote on several client screening applications. The open portion of the meeting includes approval of the November 19 minutes and general discussion. After the executive session, the board will publicly announce the vote results.

• Executive session to consider confidential client screening applications (e.g., Omar Brito, Cash Collignon, Florentia Lee, Janice Pinto, Antonio Romero, Lawrence Tracy, Vernon Woody, Aaron Burch, Kernisha Dutchie)
• Approval of minutes from the November 19, 2025 CCB Screening Committee meeting

Board Discussion Time

The Board of County Commissioners will review a proposed 5-year capital improvement plan for Public Works based on a $10 million annual budget. The meeting also includes a presentation on a new Cost Containment Certification and a draft Safety and Security Policy.

• Proposed 5-year Capital Improvement Plan for road reconstruction, asphalt overlays, and bridge/drainage projects
• Public Works staffing levels and budget history (2003-2026)
• Cost Containment Certification providing at least a 5% annual workers' compensation premium discount
• Draft Safety and Security Policy covering access control, security cameras, and credentialing
• Final budget summary discussion with Adam Rogers and Aaron Hyatt

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The La Plata County Board will consider Resolution 2025-28, which amends Chapter 28, Article II of the County Code to modify fairgrounds fees. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items such as the 2026 airport budget, ambulance service authorization for Fort Lewis Mesa Fire Protection District, and a letter of support for the San Juan National Forest. A presentation will provide an update on the Durango‑La Plata County Airport. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Decision Agenda: Resolution 2025-28 amending fairgrounds fees
• Consent Agenda: Approval of the 2026 Durango‑La Plata County Airport Budget
• Consent Agenda: Authorization for ambulance service for Fort Lewis Mesa Fire Protection District
• Consent Agenda: Letter of support for the San Juan National Forest Service – Columbine Ranger District
• Presentation: Update on the Durango‑La Plata County Airport

City and County Planning Commissions, Jointly Seated - Special Meeting

The City and County Planning Commission Jointly Seated will meet on November 20, 2025. The commission will consider an amendment to the Joint Planning Area Map for the Silverview Lane area. The meeting will be held in the County Administration Building, Board Room, 1101 E 2nd Avenue, Durango, and will be available both in person and via Zoom.

• Amendment to the Joint Planning Area Map – Silverview Lane area

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider Resolution No R-2025-27, which proposes amendments to La Plata County Land Use Code Chapters 62, 66, and 73 to address Battery Energy Storage Systems. The commission will discuss and vote on this amendment during the special meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Resolution No R-2025-27: Amend Chapters 62, 66, and 73 of the La Plata County Land Use Code to regulate Battery Energy Storage Systems

The commission voted to approve the agenda for the special meeting. No formal action was taken on the battery energy storage system (BESS) resolution; commissioners discussed the proposed standards and a straw poll showed a majority favoring oil‑and‑gas style setbacks. The item will be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners for further action.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0) – movers: Craig; seconded: Orr; ayes: Craig, Orr, Hepner, Giannola, Haar

Historic Preservation Review Commission Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Review Commission will review a presentation on the Historic Durango High School Local Landmark Designation. The body will also discuss the 2025 and 2026 historic tours and receive a budget update from staff.

• Presentation on Historic Durango High School Local Landmark Designation
• 2025 Historic Tour Post Tour Report
• Discussion regarding 2026 Historic Tour
• Breen Grange Update
• County Budget Update from staff

Community Corrections Board Screening Committee

The CCB Screening Committee will meet to review client requests and ISP approvals. The committee will enter an executive session to discuss confidential reports and parole records before voting on the cases in public.

• Screening of Ivan Camis (21CR362 & 25CR5019)
• Screening of Craig Hight (25CR35 & 25CR217)
• Screening of Randy Hunter (25CR86)
• Screening of Brittany Killsinsight (24CR142)
• Non-residential request for Kevin Connor (24CR137)

Board Discussion Time

The La Plata County Board will hear a presentation from the Wildfire Advisory Board on work completed in 2025, including a new position description and leadership realignment. The meeting also includes discussion and updates from commissioners, staff, and liaison contacts. A budget discussion is scheduled later in the agenda. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda is for information sharing and discussion.

• Wildfire Advisory Board presentation on 2025 work completed and leadership realignment
• Board discussion and liaison updates with commissioners
• Board discussion and updates with staff
• Budget discussions

Board of County Commissioner's Planning Meeting

The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners will hold a planning meeting on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM. The decision agenda includes Project #PL2023-0234, the Grayrock Village Conceptual Plan. All other items are routine consent agenda items. The meeting will be offered in person and via Zoom.

• Project #PL2023-0234 – Grayrock Village Conceptual Plan (decision agenda item)

November 17, 2025 Regular Meeting of the Southwest La Plata Library District

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss library operations and committee updates. The meeting will be followed by a formal public hearing regarding the 2026 budget.

• Discussion of Kline land purchase
• Review of Procurement Policy
• Review of Accounting Guidelines for the Southwest La Plata Library District
• Presentation and discussion of the 2026 budget

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider three agenda items: amendments to the Land Use Code covering turf, artificial turf, invasive plants, and landscaping; a resolution to amend the Land Use Code for electric‑vehicle charging and parking; and the adoption of an updated Southeast District Plan. Each item is presented for decision at the November 13 meeting. No other actions are listed on the agenda.

• Amendments to La Plata County Land Use Code chapters 62, 66, 70, 72, 73, and 79 (nonfunctional turf, artificial turf, invasive species, landscaping)
• Resolution 2025‑XX to modify the Land Use Code for electric‑vehicle charging stations and parking
• Adoption of an updated Southeast District Plan

The commission voted to recommend approval of two land‑use code amendment resolutions—one addressing non‑functional turf and landscaping, and another covering electric‑vehicle charging and parking—to the Board of County Commissioners. It also adopted the updated Southeast District Plan and recommended the Board approve it. All three motions passed unanimously.

• Recommend approval of Resolution 2025-XX amending Land Use Code chapters 62,66,70,72,73,79 on non‑functional turf, artificial turf, invasive species, and landscaping (unanimous)
• Recommend approval of Resolution 2025-XX amending Land Use Code chapters 62,66,70,79 on electric‑vehicle charging and parking (unanimous)
• Adopt updated Southeast District Plan and recommend Board of County Commissioners approve it (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioner's Special Business Meeting

The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners will approve the appointment of an interim county manager on the consent agenda. It will also consider new appointments to the Lodging Tax Committee on the decision agenda. Public comment will be taken as time permits, limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Approval of appointment of Interim County Manager (Consent Agenda)
• Consideration of appointments to the Lodging Tax Committee (Decision Agenda)

Meeting of the La Plata County Community Corrections Board

The Community Corrections Board will meet to receive treasurer and quarterly updates. The board will also discuss and update its bylaws and review information regarding non-English speaking clients.

• Treasurer update
• Quarterly update
• Bylaws discussion and update
• Follow up on Coalition meeting regarding non-English speaking clients

Board Discussion Time

The Board will begin with discussion updates from commissioners, staff, and Sheryl Rogers. At 9:00 a.m., Colorado Department of Transportation staff will present an annual update and planning presentation. The meeting will conclude with budget discussions before adjourning.

• Board Discussion & Liaison Updates with Commissioners
• Board Discussion & Updates with Staff
• Board Discussion & Updates with Sheryl Rogers
• Colorado Department of Transportation Annual Update and Planning Presentation
• Budget Discussions

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The La Plata County Planning Commission will consider a resolution to amend the county’s Land Use Code. The amendment would change Chapters 62, 66, and 73 to address battery energy storage systems. The commission will also conduct standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, agenda approval, conflict of interest identification, public comment, and adjournment.

• Resolution No R-2025-XX – amendment to Land Use Code Chapters 62, 66, and 73 for battery energy storage systems

The commission approved the agenda with a 5‑0 vote. Commissioners discussed a proposed amendment to the La Plata County Land Use Code concerning battery energy storage systems and recommended that the Board of County Commissioners approve it. No formal vote on the amendment was recorded. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Battery Energy Storage Systems code amendment (no vote recorded)

Community Corrections Board Screening Committee

The Community Corrections Board Screening Committee will first approve the minutes from its October 15 meeting. It will then enter an executive session to examine confidential reports and pre‑sentence investigation files. During that session the board will consider screening decisions for nine individuals listed by name and case number. After the executive session the board will vote on those decisions in an open portion of the meeting.

• Approve minutes from the October 15, 2025 CCB Screening Committee meeting
• Enter executive session to review confidential parole and PSI reports
• Screen nine client applications (McCoy, Garrett; Happ, Lawrence; Braveheart, Jacey; Dunn, Mark; Elmendorf, Kyle; House, Aca; Shidner, Blaine; Reed, Michael; Wilson, William)
• Exit executive session for CCB members to vote on screening outcomes

Board Discussion Time

The La Plata County Board will hold a discussion session covering updates from commissioners, staff, and liaison Sheryl Rogers, followed by a budget discussion. No formal actions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is for informational updates and preliminary budget talk.

• Board Discussion & Liaison Updates with Commissioners
• Board Discussion & Updates with Staff
• Board Discussion & Updates with Sheryl Rogers
• Budget Discussions

Board of County Commissioners Special Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider establishing a building material staging area for North Vallecito flood recovery and ratify a statement regarding recent ICE office demonstrations.

• Approval of Resolution 2025-24 for 2026 office closure schedule
• Ratification of statement regarding ICE office demonstrations
• Approval of County Manager recruitment timeline
• Consideration of Resolution R-2025-23 for Vallecito Flood rebuild program
• Consideration to establish building material flood debris staging area

Board Discussion Time

The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners will receive the Public Trustee's 3rd Quarter 2025 report, which details foreclosure sales, withdrawals, and financial transfers. The meeting also includes a budget discussion.

• Public Trustee 3rd Quarter Report presented by Moni Grushkin
• 7 new foreclosures processed in the 3rd quarter
• $12,107.01 to be transferred to the PT Special Reserve
• PT Special Reserve balance to increase to $66,705.08
• Budget discussion scheduled for 8:15 a.m.

Board of County Commissioner's Special Business Meeting

The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners will consider the approval of the interim county manager finalist on the consent agenda. The meeting will also include routine reports from commissioners, the county manager, the attorney, and other departments. No other actions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of Interim County Manager Finalist (Consent Agenda)
• Commissioners' reports
• County Manager's report
• Attorney's report
• Department/Elected Official reports

Immediately following Board of Health Special Meeting: Meet and Greet New Board Member

The Board of Health will hold a meet-and-greet session for a newly appointed board member. This special meeting follows the regular Board of Health meeting on October 28, 2025.

• Meet-and-greet with newly appointed board member

Board of Health Regular Meeting

The Board of Health will meet to discuss mandatory public health services and review reports. The board is scheduled to consider a second amendment to an independent contract services agreement.

• Approval of second amendment to the Independent Contract Services Agreement with Marjorie Cristol
• Presentation on La Plata County Mandatory Public Health Services

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a series of routine consent‑agenda items, including cash requirements, appointments, and a job posting. It will vote on a tax abatement of more than $10,000 for Theosmemas LLC (case R014226). The decision agenda includes consideration of appointments to the La Plata County Board of Health and the Lake Durango Water Authority. A proclamation will designate November as National American Indian Heritage Month.

• Approval of county cash requirements for October 10‑17, 2025
• Approval of a tax abatement for Theosmemas LLC (R014226) for over $10,000
• Approval of a thank‑you letter to Michael and Elaine Moravan Foundation for a donation to Senior Services
• Approval of County Manager job posting
• Consideration of appointment to the La Plata County Board of Health

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission met to review and decide on a specific project proposal. The commission voted to approve the sketch plan for Red Fox Meadows.

• Approval of Project #PL20240237, Red Fox Meadows Sketch Plan

The commission approved the Red Fox Meadows Sketch Plan (Project PL20240237) with four findings and one condition. The motion passed by roll‑call vote 3‑2, with Commissioners Haar, Hepner and Morris voting yes and Commissioners Vagasky and Giannola voting no. The agenda for the meeting was also approved, and the meeting was adjourned at 6:43 p.m.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Red Fox Meadows Sketch Plan with four findings and one condition (3-2)
• Adjourned meeting (passed)
• Approved minutes of this meeting on May 14, 2026

Board Discussion Time

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the 2026 budget and receive updates on flooding and the impact of a government shutdown on public health services. The Board will also consider a request to change the Sheriff's Office front office hours to manage increased workloads.

• 2026 Budget Discussion
• Proposed change of Sheriff's Office front office hours from 7:30 AM-4:30 PM to 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
• Report on government shutdown impacts to the Women, Infants and Children's Supplemental Nutrition Program
• Flood updates
• Discussion on increased open records requests (projected 819 in 2025)

Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Southwest La Plata Library District

The Board of Trustees will meet to receive updates on strategic planning, management, and finance. Discussions include the budget and infrastructure for the Kline Property.

• Kline Property discussion regarding septic, electric, and water
• Finance Committee budget discussion
• Management Committee procurement policy update
• Update on Durango School District

Lake Durango Water Authority

The Lake Durango Water Authority Board will meet on Oct. 16, 2025 to review the General Manager's report, a cost‑of‑service update, and a draft budget. The board will also approve the meeting minutes, agenda, and pending bills before opening the floor to public comments.

• General Manager's Report covering administration, rate relief, source, and treatment
• Cost of Service Update
• Draft Budget presentation
• Approval of Bills
• Public Comments or Questions

Board of County Commissioner's Special Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special business meeting. The primary item listed for action is the recruitment of an Interim County Manager.

• Interim County Manager Recruitment

Community Corrrections Board Screening Committee

The La Plata County Community Corrections Board Screening Committee will first approve the minutes from the October 1 meeting. It will then enter an executive session to review confidential client screening cases and related parole and pre‑sentence investigation reports. After the closed session, the committee will exit to vote on the screened cases in a public portion of the meeting.

• Approval of CCB Screening Committee minutes from October 1, 2025
• Executive session to review confidential reports (parole records and PSI reports)
• Screening of eight client cases: Jeffrey Green, Seth Hendryx‑Cooper, Emerson Velasquez, Aurther Espinoza, Jesse Gonzalez, Travis Hooker, Adolph Nuncio, Martin Rodriguez
• Exit executive session for CCB members to vote on screened cases

Southwest La Plata Library District Meeting

The Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to review the proposed 2026 budget for the Southwest La Plata Library District. Other library business may also be discussed.

• Review of proposed 2026 budget

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a gaming compact with the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and resolutions related to flood disaster management. The meeting also includes approvals for public health grant applications and workforce housing reimbursements.

• Gaming Compact with the Southern Ute Indian Tribe
• Resolution 2025-21 to extend the State of Local Disaster due to flooding north of Vallecito Lake
• Resolution 2025-22 regarding authority to access natural streams to remove flood hazard obstructions
• Durango Mountain Resort Workforce Housing Fee In Lieu Study Reimbursement Agreement
• Telligen Community Initiative and OeHI Connected Care for Rural Colorado grant applications

Planning Commission Work Session

The La Plata County Planning Commission will hold a work session to review updates to the Southeast District Plan. Commissioners will also consider upcoming and in‑process code amendments and receive staff updates. Additional discussion items may be raised by commissioners during the meeting.

• Southeast District Plan Update (see memo attachment)
• Review of upcoming code amendment proposals
• Staff updates on planning projects
• Discussion requests from Planning Commissioners

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The La Plata County Planning Commission met on October 9, 2025. The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the September 25, 2025 meeting. It also adopted the Grayrock Village Conceptual Plan (Project #PL2023-0234). No other actions were taken.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of September 25, 2025 meeting minutes
• Adoption of Grayrock Village Conceptual Plan (Project #PL2023-0234)

The commission voted to recommend the Grayrock Village Conceptual Plan to the Board of County Commissioners, attaching four findings and six conditions. The recommendation passed with five votes in favor and none against. The agenda and September 25 minutes were also approved, and the meeting was adjourned at 6:22 PM.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Approved September 25, 2025 minutes (4‑0, 1 abstain)
• Recommended approval of Grayrock Village Conceptual Plan with four findings and six conditions (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of County Commissioner's Public Hearing 10-7-25

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss the proposed budget for 2026. The meeting includes a period for public comment and input.

• Public hearing for the 2026 Proposed Budget

La Plata County and City of Durango Joint Sales Tax Fund Work Session

The La Plata County Commissioners and Durango City Council will meet to discuss the Joint Sales Tax Fund. No public comment will be taken during this work session.

• Joint Sales Tax presentation and discussion
• Work session at La Plata County Administration Building
• Meeting held via Zoom and in-person

Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting

The Board of Adjustment will meet to review a decision regarding a variance request. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from the September 3, 2025, meeting.

• Variance request for 30 Dry Creek Rd (PL2025-0042)

The Board approved the meeting agenda (motion by Kathleen Morris, seconded by Wanda Cason; passed with votes from Cason, Ager, Cassidy, Morris, Orr). The Board also approved the September 3, 2025 Board of Adjustment minutes (motion by Gene Orr, seconded by Wanda Cason; passed with votes from Cason, Ager, Morris, Orr, with Cassidy recused). No final vote on the 30 Dry Creek Rd variance was recorded.

• Approved agenda (motion by Kathleen Morris, seconded by Wanda Cason; passed 5-0)
• Approved September 3, 2025 minutes (motion by Gene Orr, seconded by Wanda Cason; passed 4-0, Cassidy recused)

Community Corrections Board 10.1.25

The La Plata County Community Corrections Board will hold an executive session to review and vote on eight individual client screening cases. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a public discussion before entering the closed session. After the executive session, the board will return to the public portion to announce the vote results.

• Approve September 3 and September 17, 2025 CCB Screening Committee minutes
• Executive session to review confidential parole and pre‑sentence investigation reports
• Vote on screening decisions for eight individuals (e.g., Dominic Gonzales, Shilo Keams, Louis Smith)
• Public announcement of vote outcomes after executive session

Fire Code Adoption and Revision Commission

The Fire Code Adoption and Revision Commission will hold a regular meeting to handle routine business. Members will establish meeting times and frequency, elect a chair and vice chair, and discuss next steps before adjourning.

• Call meeting to order and roll call
• Establish meeting times and frequency
• Elect chair and vice chair
• Discuss next steps
• Adjourn

The Fire Code Adoption and Revision Commission met on October 1, 2025, with a quorum present. Attendees included the Building Director, inspectors, fire department representatives, an insurance representative, and a plans examiner. The commission received a request for a letter from Fire District Chiefs appointing representatives and discussed reasons for adopting new fire and building codes. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider and vote on the SchuHmann Minor Additional Dwelling Unit (project #PL20250071) as a consent agenda item. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes from previous meetings and standard public comment. No other substantive items are on the decision agenda.

• Consent agenda approval of project #PL20250071 – SchuHmann Minor Additional Dwelling Unit

The commission approved its agenda and several prior meeting minutes. It then approved Project #PL20250071, a minor additional dwelling unit for the Schuhmann property, with conditions noted in the staff report. The meeting was adjourned at 6:11 PM.

• Approved agenda (ayes: Vagasky, Orr, Hepner, Giannola, Morris)
• Approved minutes for June 12, 2025 (ayes: Vagasky, Orr, Hepner, Giannola)
• Approved minutes for July 10, 2025 (ayes: Vagasky, Hepner, Giannola, Morris)
• Approved minutes for July 24, 2025 (ayes: Vagasky, Orr)
• Approved minutes for August 28, 2025 (ayes: Vagasky, Hepner, Giannola, Morris)
• Approved Project #PL20250071 Schuhmann minor additional dwelling unit (ayes: Vagasky, Orr, Hepner, Giannola, Morris)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:11 PM (ayes: Giannola)

Board Discussion Time

The meeting consists of board discussion items and liaison updates with commissioners. It also includes a discussion and update session with Kevin Hall.

• Future Board Discussion Items
• Liaison Updates with Commissioners
• Updates with Kevin Hall

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Commissioners will consider routine consent agenda items, including cash requirements, employee policy, and several letters of support for forest‑restoration and water projects. The only decision agenda item is the approval of a Gaming Compact with the Southern Ute Indian Tribe. After the votes, the Board will receive reports from commissioners, the county manager, the attorney, and various departments.

• Approval of Gaming Compact with Southern Ute Indian Tribe (Decision Agenda)
• Approval of County Cash Requirements for Sept. 5‑12, 2025 (Consent Agenda)
• Approval of Employee Policy IV.6 Employee Discipline and Appeal Policy (Consent Agenda)
• Approval of letters of support for multiple Forest Restoration and Wildfire Risk Mitigation grant applications (Consent Agenda)
• Approval of appointment of La Plata County commissioner delegate to the Legislative Committee for Colorado Counties, Inc. (CCI) (Consent Agenda)

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from May and June 2025. It adopted a consent agenda that included cash payments, an employee discipline policy, a hazardous waste status change, several letters of support for forest restoration grants, a grant application to the Electronic Recording Technology Board, and the appointment of commissioners to the Colorado Counties legislative committee.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion passed)
• Approved minutes for May 20, May 27, and June 10, 2025
• Approved County cash requirements for Sep 5‑12, 2025
• Approved Employee Policy IV.6 Employee Discipline and Appeal
• Approved downgrade of CDPHE hazardous waste generator status
• Approved letters of support for forest restoration and wildfire risk mitigation grants
• Approved appointment of Commissioner Marsha Porter‑Norton (representative) and Commissioner Matt Salka (alternate) to the Colorado Counties Legislative Committee
• Approved Electronic Recording Technology Board grant application for an indexing project

Board of Health Executive Session

The La Plata County Board of Health is meeting in executive session. The board will discuss a personnel matter regarding the performance evaluation of the Public Health Director.

• Performance evaluation of the Public Health Director

Joint Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Joint Planning Commission approved the agenda and minutes for its September 18, 2025 meeting and voted to approve the preliminary plan for the Gravity Lab expansion project.

• Approval of July and August 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of Gravity Lab expansion preliminary plan (Project #PL20240178)
• Approval of the meeting agenda

The Joint Planning Commission approved the meeting agenda. It also approved the minutes from the July 17 and August 21, 2025 meetings. No substantive action on the Gravity Lab Expansion Preliminary Plan was recorded in this meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (5 ayes)
• Approved July 17, 2025 minutes (2 ayes, 3 abstain)
• Approved August 21, 2025 minutes (3 ayes, 2 abstain)

Lake Durango Water Authority

The Lake Durango Water Authority Board will hold its monthly meeting on September 18, 2025. The agenda includes routine items such as approving the agenda, minutes, and bills, as well as a manager’s report and a cost‑of‑service update. The board will also discuss an inspection and possible refurbishment of the Lake Durango water tank. The meeting is open to the public at 667 S. Lakeside Dr., Hesperus, Colorado.

• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Approval of August 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• General Manager’s report on administration, rate relief, source, and treatment
• Cost of service update
• Lake Durango tank inspection and refurbishment

Durango Public Library Board Meeting

The Library Advisory Board will vote to approve and sign its letter to the City Council that advocates for a library funding district. The meeting will also elect a new chairperson, consider how future library reports should be received, discuss the 2025 Literary Festival, and review bilingual program changes related to ICE. These items shape the board’s governance and program planning for the coming year.

• Final approval and signing of the Library Advisory Board Letter to City Council urging a library district
• Election of a new Board chairperson
• Discussion of how future library reports will be received
• Discussion of the 2025 Literary Festival
• Discussion of bilingual library programs and potential changes due to ICE

Community Corrections Board Meeting

The CCB Screening Committee will meet to approve minutes from September 3, 2025. The board will enter an executive session to review confidential reports and screen six specific client cases before returning to a public session for voting.

• Approval of September 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Screening of Keandre Kay (25CR128)
• Screening of Timothy Sobley (24CR236)
• Screening of Maximillion Ware (23CR12)
• Screening of Eric Shaumberger (25CR183)

Board Discussion Time

The La Plata County Board will review a Draft Environmental Assessment for the Bureau of Reclamation Hess Lateral Improvement Project, which proposes replacing about 4.5 miles of open ditch with a buried pipeline. Staff will also present a support letter for the CDPHE Closed Landfill Remediation Grant Program and hold a discussion on United States Constitution Day. Additional time is set for future discussion items and liaison updates.

• Draft Environmental Assessment for Bureau of Reclamation Hess Lateral Improvement Project – request for Board direction on funding
• CDPHE Closed Landfill Remediation Grant Program Support Letter
• United States Constitution Day discussion
• Future Board Discussion Items
• Board Discussion & Liaison Updates with Commissioners, Kevin Hall, and Sheryl Rogers

Board of County Commissioners Special Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a special business session. The primary item on the agenda is a presentation of the proposed budget for 2026.

• Presentation of the 2026 Proposed Budget

The board heard a presentation on the draft 2026 budget, including revenue shortfalls and projected expenses. Commissioners discussed potential cuts and staffing impacts, but no motions, votes, or approvals were recorded. The meeting moved on to public comment and agenda items without any documented decisions.

Board Discussion Time

The La Plata County Board will hold a discussion session covering updates from commissioners, liaison updates, and briefings from Kevin Hall and Sheryl Rogers. No specific decisions or votes are listed; the agenda consists of informational updates. The meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. in the Board Room at 1101 E 2nd Ave, Durango, CO.

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Commissioners will consider approving amendments to the 2024 budget and cancelling delinquent personal property taxes. The meeting will also include the approval of a USDA Wildlife Services agreement and letters of support for local grants.

• Approval of 2024 Budget amendments (Resolution 2025-17)
• Cancellation of uncollectable personal property taxes
• Approval of USDA Wildlife Services agreement
• Letters of support for Falls Creek Ranch grants
• Appointment to the Lodging Tax Committee

The Board approved the consent agenda items, including cash payments for August 22‑29, 2025, an $8,953 cooperative services agreement with the U.S. Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services, the appointment of Roger Zalneraitis to the Durango/La Plata County Airport Commission, letters of support for Falls Creek Ranch grant applications, and ratification of a Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation grant. The Board then approved Resolution 2025‑17 amending the 2024 budget, approved Resolutions 2025‑19 and 2025‑20 canceling delinquent personal‑property taxes, and appointed Emily Spencer to the Lodging Tax Committee. All motions passed with votes from Chair Porter‑Norton and Vice‑Chair Salka and no public comment.

• Approved cash payments for August 22‑29, 2025 (Chair Porter‑Norton, Vice‑Chair Salka)
• Approved $8,953 USDA Wildlife Services cooperative agreement (Chair Porter‑Norton, Vice‑Chair Salka)
• Approved appointment of Roger Zalneraitis to Airport Commission (expires Jan 31 2028) (Chair Porter‑Norton, Vice‑Chair Salka)
• Approved letter of support for Falls Creek Ranch Capacity Building Grant (Chair Porter‑Norton, Vice‑Chair Salka)
• Approved letter of support for Falls Creek Ranch Fuels Reduction Grant (Chair Porter‑Norton, Vice‑Chair Salka)
• Approved ratification of Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation grant (Chair Porter‑Norton, Vice‑Chair Salka)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑17 amending the 2024 budget (Chair Porter‑Norton, Vice‑Chair Salka)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑19 canceling delinquent personal‑property taxes after six years (Chair Porter‑Norton, Vice‑Chair Salka)

Wildfire Advisory Board

The Wildfire Advisory Board will receive a report on the CWRC La Plata County Task Force status. Members will discuss and draft a recommended guiding document that outlines outcomes and timelines for CWRC implementation. The board will also consider possible revisions to its charter, purpose, internal organization, focus, and recruitment.

• Report on the status of the CWRC La Plata County Task Force (presented by Shawna)
• Discussion and development of a recommended guiding document with outcomes and timelines for CWRC implementation
• Discussion of possible changes to the WAB charter, purpose, internal organization, focus, and recruitment
• Approval of April meeting minutes

Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting

The Board of Adjustment met to elect officers and approve previous meeting minutes. The board decided to continue the variance request for 30 Dry Creek Rd to a future date.

• Variance request for 30 Dry Creek Rd (PL2025-0042) continued to October 1, 2025
• Election of Officers

The Board approved the meeting agenda. Minutes from three prior meetings were acted on: the June 12, 2024 minutes were tabled, the September 18, 2024 minutes were approved, and the August 6, 2025 minutes were approved. The Board also elected officers, confirming Ashley Ager as Chair and Wanda Cason as Vice Chair for the 2025 term.

• Agenda approved (ayes: Cason, Ager, Malandra, Morris, Orr)
• June 12, 2024 minutes tabled, no action taken
• September 18, 2024 minutes approved (ayes: Cason, Ager; recused: Malandra, Morris, Orr)
• August 6, 2025 minutes approved (ayes: Cason, Malandra, Morris, Orr; recused: Ager)
• Ashley Ager elected Chair (unanimous)
• Wanda Cason elected Vice Chair (unanimous)

Community Corrections Board

The Community Corrections Board Screening Committee will meet to review and vote on application screenings for four individuals. The board will conduct these reviews in a confidential executive session before returning to a public session for voting.

• Screening of Angelo Ruskin (Case# 20CR204)
• Screening of Curtis Shry (Case# 25CR74 & 25CR103)
• Screening of Severn Blackmountain (Case# 25CR197)
• Screening of Darrin Cady (Case# 25CR5008)
• Approval of August 20, 2025 meeting minutes

Board Discussion Time

The La Plata County Board will discuss adopting updated Building and Fire Codes, including the Energy Code, as presented by Todd Beattie. The Community Development Director, Lynn Hyde, will provide an update on department metrics, work‑plan status, and a proposed fee increase for certain 2026 projects. Mary Caldwell will propose a joint City‑County appointment of Roger Zalneraitis to the Durango/La Plata County Airport Commission.

• Proposed adoption of new Building and Fire Codes (including Energy Code) – Todd Beattie
• Community Development Department update with suggested 2026 fee increase – Lynn Hyde
• Joint City/County appointment of Roger Zalneraitis to Airport Commission – Mary Caldwell

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The La Plata County Planning Commission met on August 28, 2025. The commission approved the Atlas Towers Haviland Lake Wireless Communications Facility (PL20240138). The motion was moved by Commissioner Roger Haar and passed with votes from Commissioners Vagasky, Haar, Hepner, Giannola, and Alternate Morris. No other agenda items required a decision.

• Approval of Atlas Towers Haviland Lake Wireless Communications Facility (PL20240138)

The commission approved Project #2024-0138 for the Atlas Towers Haviland Lake Wireless Facility, adopting six findings and ten conditions. All five voting commissioners (Vagasky, Haar, Hepner, Giannola, Morris) voted in favor. The meeting agenda was approved and the next regular meeting was cancelled. The commission adjourned the meeting at 6:29 PM.

• Approved Project #2024-0138 Atlas Towers Haviland Lake Wireless Facility (all five commissioners voted yes)
• Approved meeting agenda
• Cancelled next regular meeting
• Adjourned meeting

Board Discussion Time

The La Plata County Board will hold its regular Discussion Time, hearing updates from commissioners and staff. The agenda includes updates from Kevin Hall and Sheryl Rogers, and a presentation by Martha Johnson on how House Resolution 1 may change SNAP and Medicaid for county residents and employees.

• Board Discussion & Liaison Updates with Commissioners
• Board Discussion & Updates with Kevin Hall
• Board Discussion & Updates with Sheryl Rogers
• Impacts of House Resolution 1 regarding SNAP and Medicaid – presentation by Martha Johnson

Durango Hills Road Improvement District Board Meeting

The Durango Hills Road Improvement District Board will discuss a resolution regarding a ballot question to authorize the collection and spending of district revenues without increasing property tax rates. The board will also consider an agreement for the November 4, 2025 Coordinated Election.

• Resolution DHRID#1-2025-1 concerning a ballot question on revenue collection and spending
• Intergovernmental Agreement with La Plata County Elections Services for the November 4, 2025 Coordinated Election

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Commissioners will consider placing a one percent sales tax increase on the November 4, 2025 ballot. The meeting also includes routine approvals for cash requirements, election service agreements, and a public hearing on a bed and breakfast permit.

• Consideration of a 1% sales tax increase for November 4, 2025 ballot
• Approval of La Plata County Elections Services Intergovernmental Agreement
• Public hearing for Antlers on the Creek Bed and Breakfast permit renewal
• Approval of County Cash Requirements for August 8-15, 2025
• Approval of letter of support for Ignacio Community Library

The Board voted to deny the renewal of the bed and breakfast permit for AOC DGO, LLC dba Antlers on the Creek Bed and Breakfast. The consent agenda items—including county cash requirements, several election services intergovernmental agreements, a letter of support for the Ignacio Community Library, a hotel and restaurant renewal for Cimarron Golf Partners, LLC dba The Clubhouse at Dalton Ranch, and a manager change for Tailwind DRO, LLC dba Tailwind Concessions—were all approved.

• Denied bed and breakfast permit for AOC DGO, LLC dba Antlers on the Creek (3-0)
• Approved County cash requirements for Aug 8‑15, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved La Plata County Elections Services Intergovernmental Agreement for Nov 4, 2025 election (3-0)
• Approved intergovernmental election agreements with Bayfield School District, City of Durango, Durango Fire Protection District, Durango Hills Road Improvement District No. 1, Durango School District 9‑R, Town of Bayfield and Upper Pine River Fire Protection District (3-0)
• Approved letter of support for the Ignacio Community Library (3-0)
• Approved renewal of hotel and restaurant license for Cimarron Golf Partners, LLC dba The Clubhouse at Dalton Ranch (3-0)
• Approved change of manager for Tailwind DRO, LLC dba Tailwind Concessions (3-0)

La Plata County Board of Health Executive Session immediately following the Regular Board meeting

The La Plata County Board of Health will hold an executive session. The board intends to discuss personnel matters specifically regarding the performance evaluation of the Public Health Director.

• Personnel matter: performance evaluation of the Public Health Director

Board of Health Special Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Health will approve a second amendment to the Independent Contract Services Agreement with Mary Hayashi, RPh, as a consent agenda item. The Board will also consider and accept the proposed budget for the Public Health Department for fiscal year 2026. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person and other routine items will be handled under the consent agenda.

• Approval of second amendment to the Independent Contract Services Agreement with Mary Hayashi, RPh (consent agenda)
• Consideration and acceptance of the 2026 proposed Public Health Department budget (decision agenda)

Joint Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The La Plata County Joint Planning Commission approved a minor subdivision for the Keller Tract 1 (Project #PL20240182) and a preliminary plat for the Elevation Park Phase 2 subdivision (Project #PL20240077). Both items were adopted by motion and recorded as passed. The meeting also included routine approvals of the agenda and minutes.

• Approval of Project #PL20240182 – Keller Tract 1 Minor Subdivision (consent agenda)
• Approval of Project #PL20240077 – Elevation Park Phase 2 Subdivision Preliminary Plat (decision agenda)

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda item for Project #PL20240182, Keller Tract 1 Minor Subdivision, with staff‑recommended findings and conditions. It then approved Project #PL20240077, Elevation Park Phase 2 Subdivision Preliminary Plan, also with staff‑recommended findings and conditions. The meeting was adjourned at 6:50 PM.

• Approved agenda (ayes: Hunter, Scott, Hepner, Haar, Evans)
• Approved Project #PL20240182 Keller Tract 1 Minor Subdivision (ayes: Hunter, Scott, Hepner, Haar, Evans)
• Approved Project #PL20240077 Elevation Park Phase 2 Subdivision Preliminary Plan (ayes: Hunter, Scott, Hepner, Haar, Evans)
• Adjourned meeting (mover: George Hepner)

Community Corrections Board Screening Committee

The committee will meet to screen client requests and approve Individual Service Plans (ISPs). The board will enter an executive session to review confidential parole records and pre-sentence investigation reports before voting in public.

• Screening of Joshua Gravley (#192291)
• Screening of Louis Jordan (Case # 25CR149)
• Screening of Garry Pixler (Case #25CR43)
• Screening of Amy Bass (#148665)
• Approval of July 16 and August 6, 2025 meeting minutes

Board Discussion Time

The Board is meeting to discuss funding for the Public Service Agency for 2026. This is the only substantive item listed on the agenda.

• Public Service Agency 2026 Funding

Work Session of the Independent Hearing Referees

The Independent Hearing Referees will meet on August 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM in the County Administration Building, 1101 E 2nd Avenue, Durango. The meeting is a work session designated for process review. No specific decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.

Board of County Commissioners Planning Agenda

The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners will hold a planning agenda meeting on August 19, 2025. The agenda includes a consent agenda item to approve Project #PL20240212, a boundary adjustment for The Barn House Properties. The item will be enacted without discussion unless moved to the decision agenda. No other substantive items are listed.

• Project #PL20240212 – The Barn House Properties boundary adjustment (consent agenda)

The Board of County Commissioners approved the meeting agenda. They also approved Project #PL20240212, a boundary adjustment for The Barn House properties, as recommended in the staff report. Both motions passed with unanimous support from the three voting commissioners.

• Approved agenda (3 ayes)
• Approved Project #PL20240212 The Barn House boundary adjustment (3 ayes)

Southwest La Plata Library District Meeting

The Board of Trustees will meet to review a revised budget and expected 2025 expenditures. The board will also discuss the Kline Property and updates to pre-employment and non-disparagement policies.

• Revised Budget and expected 2025 expenditures
• Strategic Planning Committee discussion on Kline Property tree trimming and grounds maintenance
• Management Committee updates on Pre-employment Policy and Non-disparagement Agreement
• FLM Reunion Committee agreement
• Executive session regarding Fort Lewis Mesa Library Branch Manager

Board Discussion Time

The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a discussion session to receive updates from county staff and external agencies. The meeting includes a quarterly report on Public Trustee activity and updates from federal land management agencies.

• 2nd Quarter Public Trustee Report presented by Moni Grushkin
• Quarterly update from BLM & Forest Service presented by Derek Padilla and Steve Hattenbach
• Liaison updates with Commissioners
• Updates with Kevin Hall
• Updates with Sheryl Rogers

Community Corrections Board Meeting

The La Plata County Community Corrections Board will hold a business meeting to discuss a parole board conversation, receive a treasurer update on the administrative budget, provide a quarterly update, and review proposed bylaws changes. Additional items include follow‑up on a coalition meeting about non‑English‑speaking clients and any other discussion items.

• Parole Board Conversation and Questions
• Treasurer update including Administrative Budget
• Quarterly Update
• Bylaws discussion and update
• Follow up on Coalition meeting regarding non‑English speaking clients

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the February 26th, 2025 minutes, with three members abstaining on the minutes. A salary increase for Desiree Lipe to $19 per hour for FY 25/26 was approved. The board voted to amend its bylaws to raise the maximum size of the screening committee to twelve members.

• Approved agenda (All in Favor)
• Approved February 26th, 2025 minutes (All in Favor; abstentions: Jacob Steerman, Eric Schaumberg, Cruz Baca)
• Approved $19/hr raise for Desiree Lipe (Steve Wells, Thomas Harms, All in Favor)
• Amended bylaws to increase screening committee max to 12 members (Caitlin Dye, Steve Wells, All in Favor; abstain: Justin Bogan)

Wildfire and Watershed Protection Fund

The Wildfire and Watershed Protection Fund is holding a field trip to showcase landscape-scale risk mitigation. The group will discuss creating defensible space on individual parcels and working with HOAs on common space mitigation in Durango West and Edgemont.

• Discussion on creating defensible space for individual homeowners
• Common space mitigation planning for Durango West 2 and Edgemont HOAs
• Review of cross-boundary mitigation for powerlines, highways, and watersheds

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda of routine approvals, including cash requirements, program plans, intergovernmental agreements, a vehicle lease, grant applications, and the Thirteenth Amended Joint Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization for Purdue Pharma L.P. The Board will also review finalists for County Manager and receive reports from commissioners, the County Manager, the Attorney, and other departments. Public comment will be permitted within time limits.

• Approval of County cash requirements July 18‑August 1, 2025
• Approval of the 2025‑2026 Core Services Program Plan
• Approval of the 2025 special investigations unit vehicle lease to United Fleet Services Leasing
• Approval of a grant application for up to $25,000 from the Rocky Mountain Health Foundation Critical Services Fund
• Approval of the Thirteenth Amended Joint Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization of Purdue Pharma L.P.

The Board of County Commissioners approved the agenda and then passed a consent agenda covering multiple items. All listed items were approved by a motion that passed with ayes from Porter-Norton, Salka, and Philbrick. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved County Cash Requirements July 18–Aug 1, 2025
• Approved 2025-2026 Core Services Program Plan
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Colorado Health Care Policy and Financing for Medicaid Incentives FY 2026
• Approved Department of Human Services Merit System Standards
• Approved 2025 special investigations unit vehicle lease to United Fleet Services Leasing
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Montezuma County for Public Health Services
• Approved grant application for up to $25,000 from Rocky Mountain Health Foundation Critical Services Fund
• Approved participation forms for national opioid settlements with Purdue Pharma

Board of Health Regular Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Health will meet to review budget constraints and approve the proposed 2026 Public Health Department budget. The meeting will also include a staff update on Graywater Control and allow for public comment.

• Approval of 2026 Public Health Department Budget
• Staff update on Graywater Control
• Presentation on budgetary constraints
• Public comment and input session
• Reports from Board Members, Director, and Attorney

La Plata County Board of Health Executive Session immediately following the Regular Board meeting

The La Plata Board of Health will hold an executive session immediately following its regular meeting on August 12, 2025. The session is authorized under Colorado law to discuss specific confidential matters, including property transactions and negotiations. The board may also discuss other matters permitted by state statute.

• Executive session authorized under Colo. Rev. Stat. § 24-6-402(4)
• Discussion of property transactions (purchase, lease, sale)
• Negotiation strategy and instructing negotiators
• Consideration of documents protected by nondisclosure provisions
• Discussion of security arrangements or investigations

Living with Wildlife Advisory Board

The Living with Wildlife Advisory Board will meet to review current events and updates from Colorado Parks and Wildlife. The board will discuss wolf updates and Bear Smart initiatives.

• Wolf update from Geoff Burbey
• Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) update
• Bear Smart discussion
• Review of the Planning Calendar

The Living with Wildlife Advisory Board approved the minutes from the June 2025 meeting. The board also approved budget spending for an updated tri‑fold pamphlet. No other formal actions were taken; the remainder of the agenda involved discussion of outreach events and future activities.

• Approved June 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved budget spending for updated tri‑fold pamphlet printing

Wildfire Advisory Board meeting

The Wildfire Advisory Board will review its presentation to the Board of County Commissioners regarding the Colorado Wildfire Risk Reduction Collaborative (CWRC) and discuss potential changes to its own charter and internal organization.

• Review presentation to BoCC regarding CWRC
• Discuss potential changes to WAB charter
• Public comment period
• Review April meeting minutes
• Elkhorn Fire Public Meeting outreach

Southwest La Plata Library District Board Meeting

The Southwest La Plata Library District Board will meet on Aug 7, 2025 at Sunnyside Library and via Zoom. The agenda includes general information from La Plata County, an executive session concerning the Fort Lewis Mesa Library Branch under CRS 24‑6‑402(4)(f), and any other items the board wishes to consider.

• Executive session regarding Fort Lewis Mesa Library Branch (CRS 24‑6‑402(4)(f))
• General information presentation from La Plata County
• Open discussion of other items

Board Discussion Time

The La Plata County Board meeting on August 6, 2025 includes a briefing on the Elkhorn Fire, a discussion on allocating contingency funds for that fire, and several update sessions with commissioners and staff. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda items are for discussion and information sharing.

• Elkhorn Fire briefing – Megan Graham and Shawna Legarza
• Contingency Funds for the Elkhorn Fire – Adam Rogers
• Board discussion and liaison updates with commissioners
• Board discussion and updates with Kevin Hall
• Board discussion and updates with Sheryl Rogers

Community Corrections Board Screening Committee Meeting

The Community Corrections Board Screening Committee will hold an executive session to review and vote on seven individual client screening cases, including public defender cases from Montezuma, La Plata, and Archuleta counties and two state Department of Corrections cases. The meeting will also approve minutes from the July 16, 2025 screening committee meeting and review the director’s screen log.

• Approval of July 16, 2025 CCB Screening Committee meeting minutes
• Director screen log review
• Executive session vote on client screenings: Julvian Denetdeal, Shaun Pelt, Nicholas Wentz, Joseph Neil, Roger Vizcaino‑Zubia, Brittany Jaime, Garrett Forrest, Brandin Whomble
• Confidential discussion of parole records and pre‑sentence investigation reports

Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting

The Board of Adjustment will meet to review a decision agenda. The primary item for consideration is a variance request for a property located at 30 Dry Creek Road.

• PL20250042: Variance request for 30 Dry Creek Road

The Board approved the meeting agenda by a vote of four ayes. It approved a motion to continue consideration of the 30 Dry Creek Road variance (PL20250042) to the regularly scheduled meeting on September 3, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (ayes: Cason, Malandra, Morris, Orr)
• Continued 30 Dry Creek Rd variance to Sep 3, 2025 (ayes: Cason, Malandra, Morris, Orr)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of County Commissioners Planning Agenda

The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners will consider a single decision item: Resolution No. R-2025-15, which proposes amendments to the County Land Use Code sections 67-1, 67-9, and 67-14. The changes address boundary adjustments, lot consolidations, and lot legalizations. All other agenda items are routine procedural matters.

• Resolution No. R-2025-15: Amend La Plata County Land Use Code Sections 67-1, 67-9, and 67-14 regarding boundary adjustments, lot consolidations, and lot legalizations

Board of Equalization Meeting

The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners will meet to hear 60 property tax appeals and deny 39 others. The meeting will be held in-person and online.

• Hear 60 property tax appeals
• Deny 39 property tax appeals
• Consider 8 appeals granted in whole or in part
• Public comment on Richard Reynolds letter
• Meeting held at County Administration Building

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Equalization will hold a public hearing to consider seven property tax appeal cases. Petitioners include the Grindstaff Family Trust, Animas Valley Hotels, Inc., Whispering Pines LTD (two cases), Hermann Fasel, Mark James Schulz and Marcia Rebecca Kary, and the Enduring Resources IV, LLC. The hearing is scheduled for Monday, August 4, 2025 at 8:00 AM in the County Administration Building Board Room.

• Item 2025‑109 – Petition by Michael and Tricia Grindstaff Family Trust
• Item 2025‑91 – Petition by Animas Valley Hotels, Inc.
• Item 2025‑107 – Petition by Whispering Pines LTD, Part
• Item 2025‑108 – Petition by Whispering Pines LTD, Part
• Item 2025‑110 – Petition by Enduring Resources IV, LLC

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referees will hold a public hearing to consider five 2025 property tax appeal cases. Petitioners include David A and Virginia L Tavakoli, Maran Rajala Collett, Jeffrey Collett and Mary Rajala, David J Richardson, Nicholas R Palmer, and Dean Michael Walker. The meeting is scheduled for Friday, August 1, 2025 at 8:00 AM in the County Administration Building and will be available via Zoom.

• Consideration of 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-115 – petitioner David A and Virginia L Tavakoli
• Consideration of 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-111 – petitioners Maran Rajala Collett, Jeffrey Collett and Mary Rajala
• Consideration of 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-87 – petitioner David J Richardson
• Consideration of 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-66 – petitioner Nicholas R Palmer
• Consideration of 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-49 – petitioner Dean Michael Walker

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Equalization and Independent Hearing Referees will hold a public hearing on August 1, 2025. Four property tax appeal cases will be considered, each submitted by a different petitioner. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-118 – petitioner: WCW Olympus Rocket Investors, LLC and WCW Olympus Rocket Partners, LLC
• Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-119 – petitioner: Frank R Dehnisch Jr and Anne McKinney Dehnisch
• Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-94 – petitioner: El Gatony, LLC
• Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-112 – petitioner: Theresa A Valentine Living Trust

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Equalization/Independent Hearing Referees will hold a public hearing on July 31, 2025. They will consider a stipulation for Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-117 filed by Luna Valley, LLC. They will deny Property Tax Appeal Cases No. 2025-21 and No. 2025-22 filed by 2701 Main Durango LLC and 3 Stores, LLC.

• Stipulation: Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-117 – petitioner Luna Valley, LLC
• Appeal denied: Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-21 – petitioner 2701 Main Durango LLC
• Appeal denied: Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-22 – petitioner 3 Stores, LLC

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting

The Board of Equalization and Independent Hearing Referees will conduct public hearings regarding property tax appeals. The meeting includes cases for review, stipulations, and administrative denials.

• Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-114 (Petitioner: Durango CO Medical Center, LLC)
• Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-120 (Petitioner: Durango CO Medical Center, LLC)
• Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-116 (Petitioner: C&G Investment Trust)

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting

The Board of Equalization and Independent Hearing Referees will hold public hearings regarding property tax appeals. The meeting includes reviews of cases that were denied or granted in whole or in part.

• Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-72 (Petitioner: Vista Pacifica, LLC)
• Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-73 (Petitioner: Vista Pacifica, LLC)
• Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-74 (Petitioner: Vista Pacifica, LLC)
• Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-75 (Petitioner: Vista Pacifica, LLC)
• Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-76 (Petitioner: Vista Pacifica, LLC)

Fire Code Board of Appeals

The Fire Code Board of Appeals will meet to conduct general discussion regarding an update to the Sprinkler/Insulation Affidavit. The body will also set the date for its next meeting.

• Update on Sprinkler/Insulation Affidavit

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Equalization/Independent Hearing Referees will hold a public hearing on July 30, 2025 at 1:00 PM. Seven property‑tax appeal cases will be presented for consideration. The meeting will be available in person at the County Administration Building and online via Zoom.

• Item 2025 – Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-56 – Petitioner: Reinier De Ruiter
• Item 2025 – Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-92 – Petitioner: S W, LLC/Consultus Asset Valuation
• Item 2025 – Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-104 – Petitioner: John A Blievernicht
• Item 2025 – Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-15 – Petitioner: Stephen M Pease
• Item 2025 – Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-18 – Petitioner: Mr Trust

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Equalization/Independent Hearing Referees will hold a public hearing on July 29, 2025 at 1:00 PM. The meeting will include a stipulation hearing for one appeal and a series of hearings where several appeals are slated to be denied. No other agenda items are listed.

• Stipulation hearing – Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025‑89, Petitioners: John E and Bethany C Glotfelty
• Appeal denied – Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025‑93, Petitioners: Kirstin L and Arthur B Brown
• Appeal denied – Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025‑96, Petitioners: LBCR, LLC
• Appeal denied – Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025‑97, Petitioners: LBCR, LLC
• Appeal denied – Property Tax Appeal Cases No. 2025‑98 through 2025‑101, Petitioners: LBCR, LLC

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Equalization will hold a public hearing on three property tax appeal cases. Petitioners are Kenneth and Mackenzie Domilise (Case No. 2025-45), Peter V. Sangas and Nancy Stover (Case No. 2025-47), and Shane and Carrie Kairalla (Case No. 2025-79). The board will consider each appeal and determine whether to grant, deny, or partially grant the requests. The hearing is scheduled for Monday, July 28, 2025 at 9:00 AM, with in‑person and Zoom participation.

• Item 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-45 – petitioner: Kenneth and Mackenzie Domilise
• Item 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-47 – petitioner: Peter V. Sangas and Nancy Stover
• Item 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-79 – petitioner: Shane and Carrie Kairalla

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referees will hold a public hearing on July 28, 2025. The agenda includes a stipulation, an appeal denial segment, administrative denials, and a petition/appeal segment. In the appeal denial segment, the board will deny Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-102 filed by Steven H Murphy and Karen L Townsend Trustees, and Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-06 filed by Off Width Holdings, LLC. No other specific decisions are listed.

• Denial of Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-102 – petitioners Steven H Murphy and Karen L Townsend Trustees
• Denial of Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-06 – petitioner Off Width Holdings, LLC

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referees will hold a public hearing on July 25, 2025, to consider four property tax appeal cases. The meeting will be held in-person at the County Administration Building and online via Zoom.

• Public hearing for property tax appeal case 2025-57 (Petitioner: Whalen Trust)
• Public hearing for property tax appeal case 2025-58 (Petitioner: Whalen Trust)
• Public hearing for property tax appeal case 2025-59 (Petitioner: Whalen Trust)
• Public hearing for property tax appeal case 2025-60 (Petitioner: Dann F Whalen and Patricia A Smith and Whalen Trust)
• Meeting location: County Administration Building, Board Room, 1101 E 2nd Avenue, Durango, CO 81301

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Equalization / Independent Hearing Referees will hold a public hearing on July 25, 2025. The meeting includes a decision to deny one property tax appeal and to consider stipulations for several other appeals. Additional administrative denials and petitions will also be heard.

• Appeal denied: 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-24 (Petitioner: Stephen L and Connie E Mahanay)
• Stipulation: 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-65 (Petitioner: Kelly Hegarty)
• Stipulation: 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-16 (Petitioner: William D and Laura Kim Hunt Living Trust)
• Stipulation: 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-88 (Petitioner: Durango Dirt Company, LLC)
• Stipulation: 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-86 (Petitioner: END-IRA, Inc FBO John Ralph)

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Equalization will hold a public hearing to deny the 2025‑69 property tax appeal filed by Rachel S and Trevor S Lytle. The meeting also includes stipulation hearings for several other appeal cases and sessions for administrative denials and petitions that may be granted in whole or in part. All items are subject to public participation in‑person or via Zoom.

• Appeal Denied – Case No. 2025‑69, petitioners Rachel S and Trevor S Lytle
• Stipulation – Cases 2025‑61 (Christopher and Janet Clements) and 2025‑44 (Carl E and Jodell K Johnson)
• Stipulation – Cases 2025‑50 (Durango College Drive, LLC) and 2025‑51 (Adrian and Amanda Goad)
• Stipulation – Case 2025‑55 (Joshua) and others up to Case 2025‑95
• Administrative Denials – public hearing of unspecified cases

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Equalization/Independent Hearing Referees will hold a public hearing on July 24, 2025 at 1:00 PM. Four property tax appeal cases will be considered, identified as Cases 2025-46, 2025-53, 2025-52, and 2025-54. Petitioners include William Denam and the Loren B. Christenfeld Revocable Trust. The meeting may result in denials, approvals, or partial approvals of the appeals.

• Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-46 – petitioner William Denam
• Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-53 – petitioner Loren B. Christenfeld Revocable Trust
• Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-52 – petitioner Loren B. Christenfeld Revocable Trust
• Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-54 – petitioner Loren B. Christenfeld Revocable Trust

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission is meeting to review land use regulations and subdivision requests. The body is deciding on amendments to the Land Use Code regarding lot legalizations and boundary adjustments.

• Proposed Amendments to Land Use Code Sections 67-1, 67-9, and 67-14 regarding Boundary Adjustments, Lot Consolidations, and Lot Legalizations
• PL20230124 Peterson Minor Subdivision

The Planning Commission approved the meeting agenda. It then approved Project PL20230124, the Peterson Minor Subdivision, with staff‑recommended conditions. Finally, the commission recommended that the Board of County Commissioners adopt Resolution 2025‑XX to amend Land Use Code sections 67‑1, 67‑9, and 67‑14 regarding boundary adjustments, lot consolidations, and lot legalizations.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion passed)
• Approved Peterson Minor Subdivision (Project PL20230124) (motion passed)
• Recommended approval of Land Use Code amendments (Resolution 2025‑XX) (motion passed)

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting

The Board of Equalization held a public hearing to deny the 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-67 filed by James & Jean Standifer. The meeting also included stipulations for multiple other tax appeal cases, administrative denials, and decisions on petitions or appeals granted in whole or in part. The session was open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Appeal Denied: 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-67 – James & Jean Standifer
• Stipulations: Cases 2025-01, 2025-02, 2025-07 through 2025-38 – various petitioners
• Administrative Denials: public hearing of listed cases
• Petition/Appeal Granted in Whole or In Part: public hearing of listed cases

Board Discussion Time

The board will receive updates on the Enterprise gasoline spill and the Pine Winds Mobile Home Park. It will discuss Proposition 123’s Homeownership Fund flexibility for rural areas, private activity bonds, and a new wildfire resiliency code. Additional time is set for liaison updates and planning future agenda items.

• Enterprise gasoline spill & Pine Winds Mobile Home Park update – presentation by Patrick Cummins
• Proposition 123 Homeownership Fund flexibility discussion – Emily Lashbrooke & Warren Brown
• Private Activity Bonds overview – Adam Rogers
• Wildfire Resiliency Code presentation – Shawna Legarza et al.

Marijuana Licensing Authority Meeting

The Marijuana Licensing Authority will hold a public hearing to consider the transfer of two marijuana licenses. The licenses would move from Kinfolk Farms, LLC to Nebo Financial Capital, LLC.

• Transfer of two marijuana licenses from Kinfolk Farms, LLC to Nebo Financial Capital, LLC

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting

The Board of Equalization/Independent Hearing Referees will hold a public hearing on Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-05 filed by Maddux, D & J Holdings LLC. The hearing will consider the petitioner’s request regarding the county’s property tax assessment. No other agenda items are listed beyond procedural matters.

• Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-05 – petition by Maddux, D & J Holdings LLC

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review a remediation grant for the closed Bayfield Landfill and a special event permit for Fun Run Running, LLC. The meeting also includes a consent agenda covering school funding allocations and election participation.

• Approval of CDPHE Closed Bayfield Landfill Remediation Grant Cycle #3 RFA 40653324
• Special Event Permit for Fun Run Running, LLC for August 17, 2025
• Allocation of Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act (SRS) Title I funds for local school districts
• Notice to Clerk of Intent to Participate in November 2025 Coordinated Election
• Approval of Policy No. IV.14 - Reduction in Force

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Equalization and Independent Hearing Referees will hold a public hearing on two 2025 property tax appeal cases. The agenda lists a case by Richard & Charlane Reynolds (Case No. 2025-40) and a case by James Wilkes (Case No. 2025-41). The board will consider whether to deny or grant the appeals, with sections for appeal denied, administrative denials, and petitions granted in whole or in part. The meeting is scheduled for July 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM in the County Administration Building, with in‑person and Zoom participation.

• 2025‑40 Property Tax Appeal – petitioner Richard & Charlane Reynolds
• 2025‑41 Property Tax Appeal – petitioner James Wilkes

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Equalization/Independent Hearing Referees will hold a public hearing on July 17, 2025 at 1:00 PM. The agenda lists four property tax appeal cases that will be considered for denial, stipulation, or partial/whole grant. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the meeting is for hearing the petitions.

• 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-09 – petitioner Michael Roy Saunders
• 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-10 – petitioner Michael Roy Saunders
• 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-20 – petitioners David P & Brenda A Yarina
• 2025 Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-03 – petitioner Jules J Koss Revocable Trust

Lake Durango Water Authority Meeting

The Lake Durango Water Authority Board will consider routine agenda items, including approval of the meeting agenda and prior meeting minutes. The General Manager will give a report covering administration, rate relief, water source, and treatment. The board will recap a draft Cost of Service study and vote on pending bills. Public comments are scheduled before adjournment.

• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Approval of 5‑15‑2025 meeting minutes (6‑19‑2025 meeting cancelled)
• General Manager's report on administration, rate relief, source, and treatment
• Cost of Service draft recap
• Approval of bills

Joint Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Joint Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting, approve the agenda and the minutes from the June 19, 2025 meeting, and consider a consent‑agenda item, Project PL2023‑0268 for the Ariano Minor Subdivision. The consent‑agenda item will be adopted without discussion unless a board member moves it to the decision agenda.

• Project PL2023-0268, Ariano Minor Subdivision (consent agenda item)

The commission approved Project PL2023-0268, the Ariano Minor Subdivision, with six findings and conditions as outlined in the staff report. The motion passed with votes from Hunter, Pritchard, Vagasky, and Scott. The agenda and prior meeting minutes were also approved, and the meeting was adjourned at 6:11 PM.

• Approved agenda (pass) – AYES: Hunter, Pritchard, Vagasky; absent: Chris Scott
• Approved June 19, 2025 minutes (pass) – AYES: Hunter, Pritchard, Vagasky; absent: Chris Scott
• Approved Ariano Minor Subdivision (Project PL2023-0268) with six findings and conditions (pass) – AYES: Hunter, Pritchard, Vagasky, Scott
• Adjourned meeting at 6:11 PM (pass) – AYES: Hunter, Pritchard, Scott, Vagasky

Board Discussion Time

The Board of County Commissioners will receive a project update and a draft Access Control Plan (ACP) from consultant SEH. The plan aims to manage traffic growth and safety for the US 160 and SH 172 corridors through coordinated access management between the City, County, and CDOT.

• Presentation of draft Access Control Plan for US 160 (MP 88.3 to 91.5) and SH 172 (MP 25.00 to 22.62)
• Proposed conversion of SH 172 accesses to right-in/right-out
• Proposed roundabouts at three locations: CR 302, CR 220/221, and the north end of the corridor
• Recommendation for access consolidation to one access per parcel
• Request for consent to present the revised ACP to the public

Community Corrections Board Screening Committee Agenda

The committee will approve the minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting and then enter an executive session to review confidential parole and pre‑sentence investigation reports. Six client cases will be screened during the executive session, after which members will vote on the outcomes. The public may attend the open portions of the meeting but the case discussions are confidential.

• Approve July 2, 2025 CCB Screening Committee minutes
• Executive session to review confidential parole and PSI reports
• Screening of six client cases: John Matthew, Maestas Joseph, Palmer Douglas, Robles Elroy, Weeks Aaliyah, Gustamantes Sonnie
• Vote by CCB members on the screened cases after executive session

Historic Preservation Review Commission Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Review Commission will meet to review a presentation on the county's eastern boundary and discuss a post-tour report for the 2025 Historic Tour.

• Presentation by County Reviewing Surveyor Daryl Crites on the Eastern Boundary of La Plata County
• 2025 Historic Tour Post Tour Report

Living with Wildlife Advisory Board Meeting

The Living with Wildlife Advisory Board will meet to review a report from the Bayfield Farmers Market. The board will also discuss future outreach possibilities and a planning calendar.

• Bayfield Farmers Market Report
• Future outreach possibilities
• Planning calendar

Budgetary Constraint Policy Framework

The body will meet for a work session to discuss the Budgetary Constraint Policy Framework. The agenda includes a budget overview and a discussion on values and risk.

• Budget overview
• Values & risk discussion

Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referee Meeting 7/10/25

The La Plata County Board of Equalization Independent Hearing Referees will hold a public hearing on July 10, 2025. The meeting will consider a stipulation of cases, an appeal denial, administrative denials, and a petition/appeal that may be granted in whole or in part. One specific case on the agenda is Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-05 filed by Mark Rydz.

• Stipulation of public hearing cases
• Appeal denied hearing
• Administrative denials hearing
• Petition/appeal granted in whole or in part hearing
• Property Tax Appeal Case No. 2025-05 – petitioner Mark Rydz

Wildfire Advisory Board

The board will approve the April meeting minutes, hear a presentation on the Wildfire Resource Council code, consider edits to a position description, and discuss membership matters. Public comment will be allowed and standard logistics will be addressed.

• April meeting minute approval
• WRC Code Presentation – presented by Karola
• Position Description Edits – review by Chair Brent Leisure
• Membership discussion – led by Will
• Public comment period

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The La Plata County Planning Commission approved the consent agenda item PL20230245 for the Campbell Minor Subdivision. It also adopted proposed amendments to Land Use Code Sections 67-1, 67-9, and 67-14 concerning boundary adjustments, lot consolidations, and lot legalizations.

• Approval of PL20230245 Campbell Minor Subdivision (consent agenda)
• Adoption of amendments to Land Use Code Sections 67-1, 67-9, and 67-14 for boundary adjustments, lot consolidations, and lot legalizations

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the Campbell Minor Subdivision project. It also approved proposed amendments to Land Use Code sections 67-1, 67-9, and 67-14 that address boundary adjustments, lot consolidations, and lot legalizations. The amendments were recommended for the Board of County Commissioners and the motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved Campbell Minor Subdivision project (5-0)
• Approved amendments to Land Use Code §§67-1, 67-9, 67-14 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission is holding a work session on July 10, 2025. The agenda does not list specific topics for discussion or decision.

Board Discussion Time

The Board will hear a 30‑minute update from Risk Management on security camera, facility redesign, and access‑control upgrades. It will also consider a 60‑minute resolution to assign commissioners to county boards, committees, and external organizations. The meeting includes brief updates from staff and liaison contacts before adjourning.

• Security upgrades briefing – cameras, redesigns, access control (30 min)
• Commissioners’ board, committee and liaison assignments resolution (60 min)
• Board discussion updates with Megan Graham
• Board discussion updates with Sheryl Rogers

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The La Plata County Board will consider several routine approvals and three public hearing items. The key decision is Resolution 2025-14, which would amend the tipping fees at the Marvel and Bayfield Solid Waste Disposal Convenience Centers. The Board will also review special event permits for Music in the Mountains and United Houndsmen of Colorado, and approve routine items such as cash requirements, a vehicle permit, an aging services proposal, a gaming grant application, and a Lions Club access agreement.

• Resolution 2025-14 to amend tipping fees at Marvel and Bayfield solid waste centers
• Special Event Permit for Music in the Mountains on July 19 at LePlatt's Pond
• Special Event Permit for United Houndsmen of Colorado on July 18‑19 at 256 Spring Hollow Way
• Approval of County cash requirements for June 20‑27, 2025
• Approval of a new secure transportation vehicle permit for Guardian Transport and Security, LLC

Potential Ballot Language Work Session

The board is meeting for a work session to discuss potential ballot language. No specific measures or proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Discussion of potential ballot language

Community Corrections Board Screening Committee

The La Plata County Community Corrections Board Screening Committee will screen criminal cases and approve resident out-of-jurisdiction placements. The meeting includes an executive session to review confidential reports and parole records.

• Approval of June 18, 2025 CCB Screening Committee minutes
• Resident Out-of-Jurisdiction Placement Approval
• Executive Session to review confidential reports and PSI's
• Screening of criminal cases including Case # 24CR107 and # 24CR5012
• Review of Parole records and Pre-Sentence Investigation Reports

Board Discussion Time

The La Plata County Board will hold a discussion and liaison update session on June 25, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. in the Board Room at 1101 E 2nd Ave, Durango. The agenda consists of general discussion time and updates from Commissioners, Kevin Hall, and Sheryl Rogers, with no specific items listed. The meeting will adjourn after the updates.

Work Session - Potential sales tax increase usage discussion

The La Plata County Board will hold a work session to discuss the direction of the 2026 budget policy. Members will also talk about maintaining a hiring freeze for 2025. The session will include a discussion on possible uses for a future sales tax increase. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• 2026 budget policy direction discussion
• 2025 hiring freeze discussion
• Sales tax uses discussion

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider a resolution supporting regional Medicaid. The agenda also includes several intergovernmental and purchase of services agreements with local school districts.

• Resolution No. 2025-13 Supporting Regional Medicaid
• Election Services Intergovernmental Agreement with Ignacio School District 11JT for the November 4, 2025 Coordinated Election
• Purchase of Services Agreement for Collaborative Day Treatment Program with Ignacio School District 11JT and Bayfield School District 10JT
• Purchase of Services Agreement for Collaborative Day Treatment Program with 9R School District
• Revisions to the La Plata County Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy

La Plata County Board of Health - Executive Session

The La Plata County Board of Health is meeting in executive session. The board will receive legal advice and discuss personnel matters regarding 2026 staffing levels and grant funding.

• Legal advice on 2026 staffing levels and grant funding
• Personnel matters regarding 2026 staffing levels and grant funding

Joint Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Joint Planning Commission will approve the meeting agenda, address any conflicts of interest, and adopt the minutes from the April 3, 2025 special meeting. A consent agenda item, Project #PL20230201 – ISGAR Minor Subdivision, will be enacted without discussion unless moved to the decision agenda.

• Project #PL20230201 – ISGAR Minor Subdivision (consent agenda)
• Approval of minutes from Joint Planning Commission Special Meeting, April 3, 2025

The commission approved the meeting agenda. It approved the April 3 special‑meeting minutes after two minor edits. The commission approved Project #PL20230201, the Isgar Minor Subdivision, with the staff‑recommended findings and conditions. No items were placed on the decision agenda and the meeting adjourned at 6:08 p.m.

• Approved meeting agenda (ayes: Hunter, Pritchard, Scott, Vagasky, Hepner)
• Approved April 3 minutes after minor edits (ayes: Hunter, Pritchard, Scott, Vagasky, Hepner)
• Approved Isgar Minor Subdivision project #PL20230201 with conditions (ayes: Hunter, Pritchard, Scott, Vagasky, Hepner)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:08 p.m. (ayes: Hunter, Pritchard, Scott, Vagasky, Hepner)

CCB Screening Committee

The La Plata County Community Corrections Board Screening Committee will meet to review client requests and ISP approvals. The committee will enter an executive session to discuss confidential reports before voting on the cases in public.

• Screening of Mike Anthony (Case # 25CR10)
• Screening of Brian Kruse (Case # 22CR243)
• Screening of Miguel Pacheco (Case # 19CR351)
• Screening of Daril Stuckman (Case # 24CR5026)
• Screening of Lauren Watterud (Case # 24CR136)

Board of County Commissioners Planning Meeting

The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners will consider a temporary moratorium on battery energy storage system applications and an amendment to county code regarding sketch plans. The board will also review a development agreement for the Durango Mountain Resort.

• Resolution 2025-12: Temporary moratorium on battery energy storage system applications
• Resolution 2025-11: Amending La Plata County Code Chapters 62, 66 and 67
• Project #PL20240230: Durango Mountain Resort (Purgatory) Development Agreement Grayrock 9th Amendment
• Project #PL20240239: Glacier Club Area G Phase 3 Preliminary Development Plan (PDP)
• Approval of March 4, 2025 minutes

Work Session of the Independent Hearing Referees

The Independent Hearing Referees will hold a work session to introduce new members and plan procedures for the Board of Equalization. The meeting is scheduled for June 17, 2025, at the County Administration Building.

• Introduction of new Independent Hearing Referees
• Training session for the Independent Hearing Referees
• Planning for the Board of Equalization process

Sales Tax Usage Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners and county staff will hold a work session to discuss the background and potential uses for an increased sales tax.

• Discussion of potential uses for increased sales tax

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The commission will vote on three items: two minor subdivision and ADU projects on the consent agenda, and the Gelande Ski Lift sketch plan on the decision agenda. All three items are expected to be approved by a single motion. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and a district‑plan training presentation.

• Consent agenda approval of Project #PL20220302, Animas Valley View Estates minor subdivision
• Consent agenda approval of Project #PL20230166, Ward minor land‑use ADU
• Decision agenda approval of Project #PL20250049, Gelande Ski Lift sketch plan

The commission approved three projects: the Animas Valley View Estates minor subdivision with specific findings and conditions; the Ward Minor Land Use ADU with required permits, sewer commitments, and development fees; and the Gelande Ski Lift Sketch Plan with findings, a one‑year revocation condition, and no public comments. All motions passed.

• Approved Animas Valley View Estates Minor Subdivision (findings and conditions listed in staff report)
• Approved Ward Minor Land Use ADU (findings and conditions listed in staff report)
• Approved Gelande Ski Lift Sketch Plan (findings and one‑year revocation condition) – unanimous (5‑0)
• Approved agenda and consent items

Board Discussion Time

The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public discussion session on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, where staff and external entities can present information and request direction. The meeting features three scheduled presentations: an update on the Pine Winds Mobile Home Park wastewater treatment system, a review of an interactive graphic regarding federal funding in Colorado's public health budget, and a performance measurement report.

• Pine Winds Mobile Home Park wastewater treatment update (15 minutes)
• Colorado Health Institute federal funding in Colorado budget graphic (10 minutes)
• La Plata County Performance Measurements Information for the Board (20 minutes)
• Board Discussion Time Request form available for public use
• Meeting scheduled Wednesdays from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The La Plata County Board will consider several routine items on the consent agenda, including cash requirements, a grant application, and a liquor license renewal. The key financial action is approving Resolution 2025‑10 to direct the Treasurer to release $27,175.40 from the School Park Fund #228 to pay Durango School District 9‑R. All consent items will be enacted by a single motion unless moved to the decision agenda.

• Approve County cash requirements for May 23‑30, 2025
• Approve Resolution 2025‑10 to release $27,175.40 from School Park Fund #228 to Durango School District 9‑R
• Approve letter of support for local Native American Heritage Month Celebration
• Approve application for FY25 Colorado Parks and Wildlife Back Country Search and Rescue Grant
• Approve findings on renewal of fermented malt beverage and wine license for Bayfield Riverside SPE, LLC dba Outdoorsy Bayfield

Living with Wildlife Advisory Board Meeting

The Living with Wildlife Advisory Board will meet to approve May minutes, discuss recurring business including the Bayfield Farmers Market and Planning Calendar, and take public comment.

• Approval of May meeting minutes
• Discussion of Bayfield Farmers Market
• Review of Planning Calendar
• Public comment period

The board approved the minutes from the April meeting. It set August 9 as the date for an informational booth at Haviland Lake Campground. A motion to allocate $600 for printing a new four‑panel wildlife education card passed. The board will send a reminder for the July 12 Bayfield Farmers Market event and will staff a tent there with a Colorado Parks and Wildlife representative.

• Approved April meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Set August 9 for informational booth at Haviland Lake Campground
• Approved $600 for printing updated four‑panel wildlife card (motion passed)
• Will issue reminder for July 12 Bayfield Farmers Market event
• LWAB will set up a tent at July 12 event with a CPW representative

SW La Plata Library District Strategic Plan and Development Committee Meeting

The Strategic Plan and Development Committee of the Southwest La Plata Library District will hold a work session. The meeting focuses on discussing maintenance and improvements to the district's Kline property.

• Discussion of maintenance and improvements to the Kline property

Wildfire Advisory Board June 5 meeting

The Wildfire Advisory Board will review a follow‑up report on the recent Community Preparedness Workshop and consider the adoption timeline for the new Resiliency Code. It will also examine a draft communications strategy, outreach plans for the Bayfield Farmers Market and possible KURD radio spots, and discuss HOA and community engagement on mitigation and emergency preparedness. Finally, the board will consider a sustainable community‑wide chipping/slash pickup program.

• Follow‑up report on Community Preparedness Workshop
• Resiliency Code adoption steps and implementation timeline
• Draft Wildfire Resilience Communications Strategy
• Outreach at Bayfield Farmers Market (June 7) and potential KURD radio spots
• Proposal for a county‑wide chipping/slash pickup mitigation program

CCB Screening Committee Meeting

The La Plata County Community Corrections Board Screening Committee will approve the minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting and then enter an executive session to review confidential parole and pre‑sentence investigation reports. During that closed session the committee will screen seven individuals and record accept or deny decisions for each case. The meeting is open to the public for the general session before moving to the confidential executive session.

• Approval of CCB Screening Committee minutes from May 21, 2025
• Executive session to review confidential parole and pre‑sentence investigation reports
• Screening of Skylan Brassill – Public Defender Cases #21CR506, #20CR200
• Screening of John Wood – Public Defender Case #22CR354
• Screening of Zachary Apodaca – DOC #201188 (Condition of Parole)

Board Discussion Time

The La Plata County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss liaison updates and receive a quarterly update from the Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Forest Service.

• BLM & Forest Service Quarterly Update
• Commissioner liaison updates
• Public comment via Zoom or phone

Community Corrections Board Meeting

The board will meet to discuss updates to auto-referral acceptance and rejection processes. The meeting includes financial and quarterly updates and a discussion on screening committee appointments.

• Amendments to Auto-Referral- Auto Accept and Auto Reject
• Financial update from Treasurer Harms
• Quarterly update from Director Frey
• Process for appointing to the Screening Committee
• Discussion of CCB openings

Land Use Code Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a work session regarding the Land Use Code. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion topics.

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve routine items on the consent agenda and consider a direction to finalize projected revenues for a potential November 4, 2025 sales tax increase.

• Approval of County Cash Requirements May 9-16, 2025
• Approval of Amended Employee Relations Policy IV.13
• Approval of intergovernmental agreement with Forest Lakes Metropolitan District
• Direction to finalize projected revenues for potential November 2025 sales tax increase
• Approval of letter of support for Bonita Peak Mining District Natural Resource Damages Trust Fund

Durango Hills Road Improvement District Board Business Meeting

The Durango Hills Road Improvement District Board will meet to approve minutes and discuss preparing ballot language for a revenue measure on the November 4, 2025 election.

• Approval of minutes from December 10, 2024 and December 16, 2024
• Direction to staff to prepare ballot language for a November 4, 2025 revenue question

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The La Plata County Planning Commission will meet to consider a preliminary development plan for the Glacier Club Area G Phase 3 and amendments to the Durango Mountain Resort development agreement. The agenda also includes a review of code revisions regarding sketch plans.

• Preliminary Development Plan for Glacier Club Area G Phase 3
• Durango Mountain Resort (Purgatory) Development Agreement 9th Amendment
• Revisions to La Plata County Code Chapters 62, 66, and 67

The commission approved the consent agenda, which included Project #PL20240239 Glacier Club Area G Phase 3 Preliminary Development Plan, with a 4‑0 vote. Commissioners moved Project #PL20240121 Rodriguez Minor Additional Dwelling Unit to the decision agenda, but no vote on that item appears in the record. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved Glacier Club Area G Phase 3 Preliminary Development Plan (4-0)
• Moved Rodriguez Minor Additional Dwelling Unit to Decision Agenda (motion passed)

Board Discussion Time

The Board will receive a status report from the CDPHE regarding the remediation of a 23,000-gallon gasoline release on Florida Mesa. The meeting also includes an informational brief from the Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs regarding a potential Southwest Region One Source location.

• CDPHE update on the December 2024 Enterprise Pipeline gasoline release on Florida Mesa
• Report on clean water provision for 5 contaminated and 12 potentially threatened residential wells
• Discussion of the Corrective Action Plan for the Enterprise pipeline spill
• Briefing on the development of a Southwest Region One Source location in La Plata County/Durango
• Legislative and liaison updates with County Commissioners

CCB Screening Committee meeting

The La Plata County Community Corrections Board Screening Committee will approve the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting. After approval, the committee will enter an executive session to review confidential reports such as parole records and pre‑sentence investigation reports. During the executive session the committee will screen several client cases, including Ryan, Dustin N.; Saunders, Cody R.; Bertrand, Sarah; Summa, Ronnie; and Gallegos, Gabriel. The outcomes will be recorded in the approved minutes.

• Approval of May 7, 2025 CCB Screening Committee meeting minutes
• Executive session to review confidential parole and pre‑sentence investigation reports
• Screening of client case: Ryan, Dustin N. (Case #23CR5024)
• Screening of client case: Saunders, Cody R. (Case #s 22CR4)
• Screening of client cases: Bertrand, Sarah; Summa, Ronnie; Gallegos, Gabriel

Historic Preservation Review Commission Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Review Commission will approve minutes from its March 12 and April 16 meetings. It will receive a report and draft memorandum of agreement concerning the demolition of a historic structure in La Plata County. The commission will also discuss the 2025 Historic Tour titled "The Past and Future at the Old Fort."

• Approval of minutes from the March 12, 2025 regular meeting
• Approval of minutes from the April 16, 2025 special meeting
• Consultation request: report and draft MOA for historic structure demolition
• Discussion of the 2025 Historic Tour: The Past and Future at the Old Fort

The Historic Preservation Review Commission approved the agenda with an added item about demolishing Old Helen’s Store. It approved the minutes from the March 12 and April 16 meetings. The board voted to send a neutral letter to the City of Durango regarding the Fish hatchery demolition, taking no position. The commission agreed to finalize the historic tour flyer by May 30 and to print copies for distribution.

• Approved agenda addition for Old Helen’s Store demolition (all in favor)
• Approved March 12, 2025 HPRC meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved April 16, 2025 HPRC meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Sent neutral letter to City of Durango on Fish hatchery demolition, taking no position (all in favor)
• Agreed to finalize and print historic tour flyer by May 30 (agreement)
• Scheduled next meeting for June 12 at 1:30 pm (procedural)

Board of County Commissioners Special Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a beverage license renewal. The meeting also includes routine approvals for a water agreement and a vehicle inspector appointment.

• Renewal of fermented malt beverage and wine license for Bayfield Riverside SPE, LLC dba Outdoorsy Bayfield
• Water carriage agreement with Morrison Consolidated Ditch Company
• Appointment of a secure transportation permit vehicle inspector
• Written Testimony to the Board of Examiners of Water Well Construction and Pump Installation Contractors

Lake Durango Water Authority

The Lake Durango Water Authority Board will approve its agenda, prior meeting minutes, and bills. It will hear the General Manager's report covering administration, rate relief, water source and treatment, as well as a cost‑of‑service update from Raftelis. The meeting will also include a period for public comments before adjourning.

• Approval of the agenda
• Approval of 4/17/2025 meeting minutes
• General Manager's report on administration, rate relief, source, and treatment
• Raftelis cost of service update
• Approval of bills

Board Discussion Time

The board will discuss the results of Spring 2025 polling and a feasibility analysis for a Graywater Control Program. The meeting also includes legislative updates and liaison reports with commissioners.

• Spring 2025 Polling Results
• Graywater Control Program Feasibility Analysis
• Legislative Updates with Commissioners

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Commissioners will approve routine items on the consent agenda, including cash requirements, an employee discipline policy, a weather radar maintenance fund amendment, a liquor‑license manager change, and a $700,000 distribution for affordable housing in Ignacio. It will also consider two secure transportation applications. A presentation on the Durango‑La Plata County Airport will be given. The meeting includes standard reports and public comment.

• Direction to staff to distribute $700,000 in Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Fund/American Rescue Plan funding to the Town of Ignacio for the Rock Creek affordable housing project
• Approval of amendment #8 for Project #22-093-1210, Turn‑Key Regional Weather Radar System long‑term maintenance fund
• Approval of a change of manager for the hotel and restaurant liquor license held by Tailwind DRO, LLC
• Approval of the 2026 Colorado Department of Transportation High Visibility Impaired Driving Enforcement grant program
• Consideration of new secure transportation applications from Adlan Transportation and Guardian Transport & Security, LLC

La Plata County Board of Health

The La Plata County Board of Health will discuss a resolution (BOH 2025-01) to adopt a statement that supports foundational public health programs and services offered by the county public health department. A stakeholder presentation on on‑site wastewater treatment systems will also be given. Public comment is allowed, limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Presentation: Summary of On‑site Wastewater Treatment Systems (OWTS) stakeholder engagement
• Decision agenda: Consideration of Board of Health Resolution BOH 2025-01 supporting foundational public health programs
• Approval of minutes from the February 11, 2025 meeting

La Plata County Board of Health Executive Session immediately following the Regular board meeting

The La Plata County Board of Health will convene an executive session immediately after its regular meeting on May 13, 2025. The session is authorized under Colorado Rev. Stat. § 24-6-402(4) to discuss a range of confidential topics, including property transactions, legal advice on civil rights compliance, security investigations, negotiation strategies, personnel issues, and documents protected by nondisclosure provisions. No specific decisions or actions are listed in the agenda.

• Legal advice on Title VII, Colorado Anti‑Discrimination Act, and related federal contracts
• Confidential matters required to be kept private by federal or state law
• Specialized details of security arrangements or investigations
• Developing strategy and positions for negotiations
• Personnel matters

Living with Wildlife Advisory Board

The Living with Wildlife Advisory Board will hold a monthly discussion covering a spring bear update and a Colorado Parks and Wildlife commission meeting update. The board will also review the planning calendar for upcoming wildlife-related activities. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda consists of updates and scheduling items.

• Monthly discussion – spring bear update (Geoff Burbey)
• Monthly discussion – CPW Commission meeting update (Geoff Burbey)
• Continuing business – planning calendar review

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The La Plata County Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from March 2025 and consider a minor subdivision project and a temporary use permit for the Buffalo Arena. The meeting will be held in-person and online.

• Approval of March 2025 Planning Commission minutes
• Project PL20230207, Ionno Minor Subdivision
• Project PL20250041, Buffalo Arena Temporary Use Permit

The Planning Commission approved the agenda and the minutes from the March 13 and March 27 meetings. The commission approved Project #PL20250041, a temporary use permit for the Buffalo Arena, with a unanimous vote. The Ionno Minor Subdivision was presented and staff recommended approval, but no vote or decision was recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion passed)
• Approved March 13 minutes (vote passed)
• Approved March 27 minutes (vote passed)
• Approved Buffalo Arena temporary use permit (motion passed, unanimous)
• Ionno Minor Subdivision discussed; no decision recorded

Board Discussion Time

The Board of County Commissioners will review a proposal to transfer TANF funds from Archuleta County to cover a projected $90,000 overspend in La Plata County. The meeting also includes a presentation on the results and lessons learned from the 5th Annual Wildfire Evacuation Exercise.

• Proposed transfer of TANF allocation from Archuleta County to La Plata County
• Report on 5th Annual Wildfire Evacuation Exercise, including Code Red and IPAWS alert metrics
• Legislative updates with Commissioners
• Liaison updates with Commissioners
• Updates from Kevin Hall and Sheryl Rogers

Community Corrections Board

The La Plata County Community Corrections Board Screening Committee will screen criminal cases and discuss confidential reports in an executive session. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• Approval of CCB Screening Committee Minutes from April 16, 2025
• Executive Session to screen cases including Cross, Robert and Gallegos, Alex
• Review of confidential reports such as Parole records and Pre-Sentence Investigation Reports
• Discussion of cases including Watts, Rena and Prott, Christopher
• Meeting held via Microsoft Teams

Board of County Commissioners Planning Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss updates to the county's standard form for development improvements agreements. The Board will also consider delegating authority to the County Attorney regarding these revisions.

• Revisions to the Board's form development improvements agreement

The La Plata County Board of Commissioners approved the meeting agenda and three prior sets of minutes. They adopted revisions to the county’s development improvement and road improvement agreement forms and delegated signing authority to the County Attorney. The Board also approved the preliminary plat for Project #PL20220254, The Grove at Edgemont Phase I.

• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved minutes for Dec 10, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved minutes for Dec 17, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved minutes for Jan 7, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved revisions to DIAs and RIAs and delegated authority to County Attorney (3-0)
• Approved Project #PL20220254 The Grove at Edgemont Phase I preliminary plat (3-0)

Board of County Commissioner's Special Business Meeting

The Board will vote on appointing Kevin Hall as Interim County Manager effective May 31, 2025. It will also discuss the job search goals, description, selection procedures, and timeline for hiring a permanent La Plata County Manager. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including letters of support and a contract termination notice.

• Appointment of Kevin Hall as Interim County Manager (effective May 31, 2025)
• Job search goals, description, selection procedures, and timeline for La Plata County Manager
• Approval of letter of support for the Ignacio Creative District
• Approval of letter of support for the Upper Pine River Fire Protection District
• Notice of default and termination of contract to the Durango Area Tourism Office dba Visit Durango

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda and two letters of support for the Ignacio Creative District and the Upper Pine River Fire Protection District. They appointed Kevin Hall as interim County Manager starting May 31, 2025, and approved the job‑search goals, description, requirements, selection procedures, and timeline for hiring a permanent County Manager. They also approved a letter notifying Visit Durango of default and termination of its 2023 contract.

• Approved agenda (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)
• Approved letter of support for Ignacio Creative District (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)
• Approved letter of support for Upper Pine River Fire Protection District (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)
• Appointed Kevin Hall as interim County Manager, effective May 31, 2025 (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)
• Approved job‑search goals, description, requirements, selection procedures, and timeline for County Manager selection (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)
• Approved notice of default and termination letter to Visit Durango (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)

Board Discussion Time

The Board will receive a presentation of the 2024 insurance loss analysis prepared by La Plata County Risk Management. The report shows a total loss value of $248,115 across 77 claims, broken down by General Liability, Auto and Workers’ Compensation. Commissioners will discuss the county’s loss frequency, severity, insurance rates and any changes to insurance pool participation.

• 2024 Insurance Loss Analysis presentation (15 minutes)
• Legislative updates with Commissioners
• Board discussion & liaison updates with Commissioners
• Board discussion & updates with Kevin Hall
• Board discussion & updates with Sheryl Rogers

Southwest La Plata Library District Meeting

The Strategic Plan and Development Committee of the Southwest La Plata Library District will hold a public work session on Monday, April 28, 2025 at 5:00 pm via Zoom. The meeting will focus on maintenance and improvements to the district’s Kline property. Additional library business may also be discussed.

• Discussion of maintenance and improvements to the Southwest La Plata Library District’s Kline property
• Consideration of other library business items

Work Session with Congressman Hurd

The La Plata County board will hold a work session with Congressman Jeff Hurd on April 23, 2025. The meeting will include introductions, a follow‑up discussion on federal funding priorities, and a broader discussion of items of mutual interest and concern. No formal actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Introductions
• Follow‑up discussion on federal funding priorities
• Discussion of items of mutual interest and concern

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve routine cash requirements, a library board appointment, and a $15,723.92 abatement. The board will also consider appointing a member to the Board of Health.

• Approval of County Cash Requirements April 4–11, 2025
• Appointment to Southwest La Plata Library District Board
• Abatement for TWG LLLP R004460 for $15,723.92
• Ratification of letter to Governor Jared Polis supporting HB25-1147
• Consideration of Appointment to La Plata County Board of Health

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda and designated May 2025 as Foster Care Appreciation Month. They adopted the consent agenda, which included cash requirements, a library board appointment, an abatement payment, a letter supporting HB25-1147, and a grant application. Finally, they appointed Roer Minx to the La Plata County Board of Health.

• Approved meeting agenda (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)
• Approved May 2025 as Foster Care Appreciation Month (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)
• Approved County cash requirements April 4‑11, 2025 (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)
• Approved appointment to Southwest La Plata Library District Board (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)
• Approved abatement for TWG LLLP R004460 for $15,723.92 (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)
• Approved ratification of letter to Governor Jared Polis supporting HB25-1147 (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)
• Approved ratification of Caring for Colorado grant application (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)
• Approved appointment of Roer Minx to La Plata County Board of Health (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)

2025 Pavement Management Report Work Session

The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the 2025 Pavement Management Report. The meeting will cover the pavement condition survey, representative conditions, and project planning analysis.

• Review of 2025 Pavement Condition Survey
• Analysis of Project Planning
• Discussion of Representative Conditions

Board Discussion Time

The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a discussion session to receive updates from staff and external entities. The meeting includes a report on services provided to residents by Manna, The Durango Soup Kitchen.

• Yearly report from Manna, The Durango Soup Kitchen regarding services and programming

Community Corrections Board

The Community Corrections Board is meeting to approve minutes from April 2, 2025, and discuss an individual approval for a Peer Recovery Coach. The board will enter an executive session to review confidential reports and screen specific client cases.

• Individual approval for Approved Peer Recovery Coach
• Case screening for Doreen Yazzie (Case #16CR510)
• Case screening for Jason Sorrells (Case #23CR273)

Historic Preservation Review Commission Special Meeting

The Historic Preservation Review Commission will elect its 2025 officers and consider a request for public comments on the eligibility and effects determinations for the CDOT US‑160 Elmore’s Corner East and Valley Section project (NHPP 1602‑157). The commission will also receive an update on the Griffith Dairy Complex Historical Cultural Landscape. Standard agenda items such as approval of minutes and a historic tour are also on the agenda.

• 2025 Historic Preservation Review Commission election of officers
• Request for comments on Section 106 eligibility and effects for CDOT Project NHPP 1602‑157 (US‑160 Elmore’s Corner East and Valley Section)
• Update on Griffith Dairy Complex Historical Cultural Landscape

The Historic Preservation Review Commission elected Ted Holteen as Communications Officer, Andy Gulliford as President, and Naomi Riess as Vice President. The board also decided to issue a “no comment” response to CDOT’s US 160 project letter. Additional actions included scheduling a dry‑run meeting at the Old Fort, approving two self‑contained food trucks for the event, and planning a future presentation by the County Reviewing Surveyor.

• Elected Ted Holteen as Communications Officer, Andy Gulliford as President, Naomi Riess as Vice President (unanimous)
• Approved issuing a “no comment” response to CDOT’s US 160 project letter (unanimous)
• Scheduled a dry‑run meeting at the Old Fort on June 12 at 1:30 pm (unanimous)
• Approved use of two self‑contained food trucks for the historic tour event (unanimous)
• Planned a presentation by County Reviewing Surveyor Darly Crites for a future meeting after the historic tour (unanimous)
• Removed the Griffith dairy complex item from the agenda (no discussion)

Living with Wildlife Advisory Board April 2025 Agenda

The Living with Wildlife Advisory Board will meet to review current events and receive updates from Colorado Parks and Wildlife. The meeting includes a public presentation from the Durango bird club.

• Public presentation by Catherine Ortega of the Durango bird club
• Update on the bear hotline from Geoff Burbey
• Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) update
• Farm market report
• Review of the Planning Calendar

The board voted to approve the minutes from the March 2025 meeting. No vote count was recorded. A presentation on declining bird populations in North and Central America was given. The meeting was adjourned at 5:15 PM.

• Approved March meeting minutes

Wildfire Advisory Board (WAB) meeting

The Wildfire Advisory Board will approve the February meeting minutes and then examine comments on the transmitted resiliency code. It will consider how the board might support implementing the code and receive updates from its committees. The meeting also includes announcements of upcoming community outreach events related to wildfire preparedness.

• Approve February meeting minutes
• Review transmitted resiliency code comments and recommendations
• Discuss possible support for code implementation
• Committee updates
• Announce outreach events: April 22 community workshop, May 3 preparedness week, farmers market, KDUR radio spots

Board Discussion Time

The La Plata County Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss potential federal funding for local road projects and seek direction on infrastructure priorities. Staff will present a list of county and state roads needing improvements, including US 160, US 550, and various county roads, and will request board guidance on infrastructure matters.

• Presentation on potential federal funding for local road projects
• Discussion of US 160 East to Bayfield road improvements
• Discussion of US 550 South to NM road improvements
• Discussion of county road multimodal accommodations
• Request for board direction on infrastructure priorities

Board of County Commissioners Marijuana Licensing Meeting

The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The only substantive item listed for approval is the minutes from October 10, 2023.

• Approval of October 10, 2023 minutes

The Marijuana Licensing Authority approved the meeting agenda. The board also approved the minutes from the October 10, 2023 meeting. Both motions passed with all listed members voting aye.

• Approved agenda (ayes: Salka, Porter-Norton, Church, Rogers)
• Approved minutes of Oct 10, 2023 (ayes: Salka, Porter-Norton, Church, Rogers)

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The La Plata County Board of Commissioners will approve cash requirements for March 21‑28, 2025, and ratify a grant of up to $10,000 from the Rocky Mountain Health Foundation for clinical services. They will also consider Resolution 2025-09, which supports public lands. Additional agenda items include routine reports from commissioners, the county manager, the attorney, and a December 2024 financial status report.

• Approval of County Cash Requirements March 21‑28, 2025
• Ratification of grant application up to $10,000 from Rocky Mountain Health Foundation for clinical services
• Consideration of Resolution 2025-09 Supporting Public Lands
• Report – Commissioners
• Report – County Manager

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda items, including county cash requirements for March 21‑28, 2025 and a grant up to $10,000 from the Rocky Mountain Health Foundation. The Board also adopted Resolution 2025-09 to support public lands. All motions passed with the listed commissioners voting aye.

• Approved meeting agenda (ayes: Church, Porter‑Norton, Salka)
• Approved County cash requirements March 21‑28, 2025 (ayes: Church, Porter‑Norton, Salka)
• Ratified grant application up to $10,000 from Rocky Mountain Health Foundation (ayes: Church, Porter‑Norton, Salka)
• Approved Resolution 2025-09 supporting public lands (ayes: Church, Porter‑Norton, Salka)

Joint Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Joint Planning Commission will elect its 2025 officers, approve minutes from the September 19, 2024 meeting, and adopt routine items under a consent agenda, including a minor subdivision. The primary decision item is the preliminary plan for Leaf Properties' CR 233 retail store.

• Election of officers – 2025 term
• Approval of minutes from the September 19, 2024 regular meeting
• Consent agenda: Leaf Properties minor subdivision (Project #PL20240118)
• Decision agenda: Leaf Properties CR 233 retail store preliminary plan (Project #PL20230206)

The commission approved Project #PL20240118, a minor subdivision by Leaf Properties, subject to listed conditions. Daniel Vagasky was elected Chair and Sarah Pritchard elected Vice‑Chair, both unanimously. The agenda and prior meeting minutes were also approved.

• Approved agenda (motion by Roger Haar, seconded by Chris Scott; ayes: Vagasky, Orr, Haar, Morris)
• Elected Daniel Vagasky as Chair (unanimous show of hands)
• Elected Sarah Pritchard as Vice‑Chair (unanimous show of hands)
• Approved September 19, 2024 minutes (motion by Chris Scott, seconded by Roger Haar; ayes: Scott, Vagasky, Haar; abstain: Hunter, Schwartz, Hepner)
• Approved consent agenda (motion by Commissioner Haar, seconded by Commissioner Hunter; all in favor by roll call)
• Approved minor subdivision Project #PL20240118 (motion by Roger Haar, seconded by Carolyn Hunter; ayes: Hunter, Scott, Schwartz, Vagasky, Hepner, Haar)

CCB Screening Committee Meeting

The La Plata County Community Corrections Board Screening Committee will approve minutes from the March 5 and March 19, 2025 meetings and discuss procedural matters including a new member, victim‑minor participation protocols, and a waitlist condition for therapeutic community placement. After the public portion, the committee will enter executive session to review confidential reports and make screening decisions for five individuals.

• Approve March 5 and March 19, 2025 CCB Screening Committee minutes
• Discuss addition of a new Screening Committee member
• Consider protocol for victim minor participation during screenings
• Review waitlist condition requiring therapeutic community placement before admission
• Screen and vote on cases for Altenhoff, Ballard, Ketchum, Mills, and McCourt

Board Discussion Time

The La Plata County Board of Commissioners will discuss the immediate cancellation of four COVID-19 grants and a stop work order for the Immunization and Vaccines for Children program. Staff will present the impacts on department operations and services.

• Cancellation of COVID funding grants
• Stop work order for Immunization and Vaccines for Children program
• Legislative Updates with Commissioners
• Board Discussion & Liaison Updates
• Board Discussion & Updates with Chuck Stevens

Work Session with Congressman Jeff Hurd

La Plata County officials will hold a work session with Congressman Jeff Hurd. The discussion will focus on the stability of federal funding for various county services and resources.

• Federal funding for Medicaid
• Health & Human Services funding including TANF/SNAP and Public Health
• Public Lands, Drought, and Wildfire grants and staffing

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The La Plata County Planning Commission will meet to discuss and decide on one specific project. The primary item on the decision agenda is a minor subdivision request.

• Project #PL20230207- Ionno Minor Subdivision

The commission moved the Ionno Minor Subdivision (Project PL20230207) from the consent agenda to the decision agenda. After staff and the applicant’s agent presented, the commission voted to continue the project until April 10. Both actions were approved unanimously.

• Moved PL20230207 Ionno Minor Subdivision to decision agenda (5-0)
• Continued PL20230207 Ionno Minor Subdivision until April 10 (5-0)

Board Discussion Time

The board will meet to review legislative updates and liaison reports. The session includes a discussion and updates with Sheryl Rogers.

• Legislative updates with Commissioners
• Board discussion and liaison updates with Commissioners
• Board discussion and updates with Sheryl Rogers

Board of County Commissioners Business Agenda

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on a policy for the use of artificial intelligence in county operations and a resolution regarding unclaimed funds held by the Public Trustee. The board is also reviewing landfill remediation grants and a comment letter on the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code.

• Policy governing the responsible use of artificial intelligence in county operations
• Resolution No. 2025-08 adopting an Unclaimed Funds Policy for funds held by the Public Trustee
• Reimbursement Agreement with Catamount Energy Partners LLC for PL20240217
• CDPHE Closed Landfill Remediation Grant contract and additional funding request
• Phoenix Recycling Certificate of Designation Application Checklist and Fee

The La Plata County Board approved its agenda, minutes from three prior meetings, and two proclamations recognizing March as American Red Cross Month and April as Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month. A consent agenda covering cash requirements, appointments, a reimbursement agreement, a recycling certificate, Medicaid letters, an AI use policy, and a landfill remediation grant was approved. The board also adopted an Unclaimed Funds Policy, approved a closed‑landfill grant application, and signed a comment letter on the draft 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code.

• Approved agenda (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)
• Approved minutes for Nov 26, Dec 10, Dec 19 2024 (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)
• Approved proclamation of March 2025 as American Red Cross Month (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)
• Approved proclamation of April 2025 as Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)
• Approved consent agenda items including cash requirements, appointments, reimbursement agreement, recycling certificate, Medicaid letters, AI policy, and landfill remediation grant (ayes: Church, Porter-Norton, Salka)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑08 establishing an Unclaimed Funds Policy (ayes: Church, Porter‑Norton, Salka)
• Approved Colorado Dept. of Public Health & Environment Closed Landfill Grant Application Cycle #2 (ayes: Church, Porter‑Norton, Salka)
• Approved comment letter to the Wildfire Resiliency Code Board on draft 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code (ayes: Church, Porter‑Norton, Salka)

Lodging Tax Committee

The Lodging Tax Committee will meet to discuss housekeeping matters such as roles, bylaws, and meeting cadence. Members will elect officers and hold an open discussion of a presentation given by Visit Durango. The meeting will conclude with a discussion of next steps for the committee.

• Discussion of committee roles, bylaws, and meeting cadence
• Election of committee officers
• Open discussion of Visit Durango presentation
• Review of housekeeping items
• Planning next steps for the committee

Community Corrections Board

The Community Corrections Board will approve the minutes from its March 5 meeting, discuss agenda items, and then enter an executive session. In that closed session the board will review confidential parole and pre‑sentence investigation reports and screen several client cases, deciding whether to accept or deny each application. The outcomes will be recorded in the executive‑session minutes.

• Approve minutes from the March 5, 2025 CCB Screening Committee meeting
• Executive session to review confidential parole records and pre‑sentence investigation reports
• Screening of client case: Benjamin Edens (US Probation Officer, Federal District Court)
• Screening of client case: Jason Hansen (Community Parole Officer, DOC #82168)
• Screening of client cases: Armando Gonzalez, Mark LaJoie, Jakob Clayton, Jake Williams, Jilden Beyler, Jeffry Gentry

Long Term Finance Committee

The La Plata County Long Term Finance Committee will review the Fairgrounds Masterplan and discuss the future direction of the Long Term Finance Committee. The meeting focuses on financial planning and capital improvement considerations.

• Fairgrounds Masterplan
• LTFC Future

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review a consent agenda including grant ratifications and staff payments. The meeting also includes sections for public comment, presentations, and reports.

• Retention payment for certain staff in the jail kitchen
• Ratification of Colorado Department of Transportation Click It or Ticket grant
• Ratification of Project Broadband Telehealth funding grant application and award
• Letter of Support for Region 9 Economic Development District's Just Transition Grant application
• Letter to congressional delegation regarding public lands funding and personnel cuts