Pitkin County, Colorado

BOCC Work Session

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees is scheduled to hold a special meeting at the Emma Townsite in Basalt to conduct a site visit. The agenda lists the site visit as the only substantive item, followed by adjournment.

• Site visit at Emma Townsite
• Special meeting at Basalt location

Board of Adjustment

BOCC Work Session

Planning & Zoning Commission

Open Space & Trails

BOCC Work Session

BOCC Regular Meeting

Hearing Officer

Planning & Zoning Commission

BOCC Work Session

Senior Services

Airport Advisory Board

BOCC Work Session

BOCC Regular Meeting

BOCC Work Session

Open Space & Trails

Planning & Zoning Commission

Board of Adjustment

BOCC Work Session

BOCC Regular Meeting

Hearing Officer

BOCC Work Session

Planning & Zoning Commission

Senior Services

Healthy Rivers

Airport Advisory Board

BOCC Work Session

BOCC Regular Meeting

Open Space & Trails

BOCC Work Session

Board of Adjustment

Planning & Zoning Commission

BOCC Work Session

BOCC Regular Meeting

Telecommunications Advisory Board

Airport Advisory Board

Healthy Rivers

BOCC Work Session

Planning & Zoning Commission

Hearing Officer

Senior Services

BOCC Work Session

BOCC Regular Meeting

Board of Adjustment

Planning & Zoning Commission

BOCC Regular Meeting

BOCC Work Session

BOCC Work Session

Open Space & Trails

BOCC Work Session

Hearing Officer

Planning & Zoning Commission

Senior Services

BOCC Regular Meeting

Healthy Rivers

Healthy Rivers

Airport Advisory Board

Board of Adjustment

Planning & Zoning Commission

BOCC Work Session

Open Space & Trails

BOCC Regular Meeting

BOCC Work Session

Planning & Zoning Commission

Hearing Officer

BOCC Work Session

BOCC Regular Meeting

Airport Advisory Board

Healthy Rivers

Healthy Rivers

Planning & Zoning Commission

Telecommunications Advisory Board

Planning & Zoning Commission

Healthy Rivers

Healthy Rivers

Airport Advisory Board

Healthy Rivers

Healthy Rivers

Airport Advisory Board

Healthy Rivers

Healthy Rivers

Airport Advisory Board

Telecommunications Advisory Board

Airport Advisory Board

Airport Advisory Board

Airport Advisory Board

Airport Advisory Board

Airport Advisory Board

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Pitkin County Board of County Commissioners will consider several individual‑consideration items, including FAA grant authorizations for runway projects at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport. It will also address a short‑term inter‑fund advance, supplemental appropriations for water‑rights acquisition, an ordinance to acquire shares in the Twin Lakes Reservoir & Canal Company, and an emergency child‑care assistance allocation. A land‑use public hearing will be held to deny a Raceway Fun, LLC development application. All items are slated for discussion or vote at the July 22 regular meeting.

• Authorize submission of FAA Airport Improvement Program application and acceptance of up to $50,000,000 grant for Runway 13‑33 modernization at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport
• Authorize Chair to sign FAA grant of $2,104,034 for Runway 15/33 shift partial design at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport
• Provide supplemental appropriations to the 2026 budget and amend the budget for water‑rights acquisition
• Ordinance authorizing acquisition of shares in the Twin Lakes Reservoir & Canal Company
• Resolution denying Raceway Fun, LLC application for restoration or expansion of non‑conforming structure and related land‑use changes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for July 21, 2026, has been canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

BOCC Work Session

Hearing Officer

The Hearing Officer meeting scheduled for July 21, 2026, has been canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

Airport Advisory Board

Board of Health

The Pitkin County Board of Health meets to receive updates on epidemiology, environmental health at Lincoln Creek, a behavioral health strategic plan, and housing initiatives. The board will also undergo a training session and hear a director's update. The meeting is primarily informational with no voting items.

• 1:15-2:00 BOH Training with Katie Waters, MPH
• 2:00-2:20 Epidemiology Update by Carly Senst
• 2:20-2:40 Lincoln Creek environmental health update by Kurt Dahl
• 2:40-3:00 BH Strategic Plan discussion by Lindsay Branham
• 3:00-3:15 Pitkin County Housing Initiatives by Andrew Miller

BOCC Special Meeting

The BOCC will conduct a site visit for an application by Mount Adams Capital, LLC and Aspen Racing and Sports Car Club regarding a major amendment to a development permit, including restoration/expansion of non-conforming structures, commercial GMQS allotment, and options to defray employee housing impact fees. The public hearing will continue on July 22. A separate Sunshine Notice notes a possible quorum at the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport groundbreaking event.

• Resolution for restoration or expansion of non-conforming structure with significant changes
• Major amendment to a development permit for a special review use
• Growth Management Quota System (GMQS) allotment for commercial development
• Options to defray impact fees for employee housing and GMQS exemption for deed restricted units
• Activity envelope and site plan review at 550 Raceway Drive, Woody Creek

Airport Modernization

This agenda describes a ceremonial groundbreaking event for the ASE Airport Modernization project, featuring speeches and photo opportunities. No formal decisions or discussions are scheduled; the event is purely procedural and celebratory.

• Groundbreaking ceremony for ASE Airport Modernization
• Event held at Airport Operations Center, 1001 Owl Creek Road, Aspen
• Scheduled activities: arrival, speeches, photo ops, wrap-up

Senior Services

The Pitkin County Senior Services Council will meet on July 15, 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Senior Center and via Google Meet. The agenda lists roll call, a secretary's report, chairperson's report, manager's report, and placeholders for old and new business, but no specific items or actions are detailed. The meeting will adjourn and set the next session for August 19, 2026.

Hearing Officer

The Hearing Officer will conduct a site visit and a formal meeting to review a project by Aspen Land LLC. The session involves a site plan review and a request for a GMQS exemption for a TDR receiver site.

• Aspen Land LLC Activity Envelope & Site Plan Review
• Special Review & GMQS Exemption for TDR Receiver Site (Tami Kochen)

BOCC Work Session

The BOCC will hold a special meeting to vote on entering executive session to discuss airport terminal financing and regulatory compliance, the Aspen Motorsports Park/Woody Creek Raceway land-use application, and a potential water rights sale. The work session following includes presentations on Prince Creek Road safety, airport parking rates and fees, a property tax refund program, and 2027 legislative ideas. No formal votes are scheduled during the work session.

• Executive session: Pitkin County Airport Terminal financing and regulatory compliance discussion
• Executive session: Aspen Motorsports Park / Woody Creek Raceway application (PLAN.3018.2026) procedural review
• Executive session: Water rights potential sale discussion
• Work session: Prince Creek Rd Safety Discussion with Andrew Knapp
• Work session: ASE Parking Rates and Fees discussion with Ryan Mahoney, Diane Jackson, and Liz Woods

Telecommunications Advisory Board

The Pitkin County Telecommunications Advisory Board will consider approval of the April 8, 2026 regular meeting minutes. The board will receive an engineering report and will address any old or new business items. A public comment period will be provided for items not on the agenda.

• Approval of April 8, 2026 TAB regular meeting minutes
• Engineering report presentation
• Public comment period for items not on agenda
• Discussion of old business
• Discussion of new business

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the issuance of bonds for the Healthy Rivers and Streams Fund and the acquisition of Twin Lakes water rights. The board is also reviewing a grant agreement for the Pitkin County Clear Program and a subdivision plat for the NMP Residence Trust.

• Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2026, not to exceed $6,500,000 for Healthy Rivers and Streams Fund
• Ordinance authorizing acquisition of shares in the Twin Lakes Reservoir & Canal Company
• Supplemental appropriations to the 2026 Budget for Twin Lakes Water Rights Acquisition
• Grant agreement with BJA Paul, Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Program for Pitkin County Clear Program
• NMP Residence Trust/SEP Residence Trust Subdivision Detailed Submission and Final Plat

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request from 198 Holland Hills LLC for a rear yard setback. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• 198 Holland Hills LLC Rear Yard Setback Variance

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session with a mini retreat lunch, followed by discussions reviewing upcoming federal policies and the county's legislative policies. No formal actions will be taken; the session is for information sharing and internal discussion. The meeting also notes upcoming site visits with lobbyists at Maroon Bells and the airport.

• Mini retreat working lunch (no formal material)
• Review Upcoming Federal Policies
• Review of BOCC Legislative Policies
• Maroon Bells site visit with lobbyist (Sunshine Notice)
• Airport site visit with lobbyist (Sunshine Notice)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for July 7, 2026, has been canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board will review the Nordic Trails Management Plan and the Glassier Farmstead update. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss potential real property acquisitions in the Cattle Creek, Capitol Creek, Basalt, Roaring Fork Mining District, and Snowmass Canyon areas.

• Review Nordic Trails Management Plan
• Review Glassier Farmstead update
• Executive session for property interest acquisitions
• Land use referrals for 550 Raceway Drive and BelleJackBlue Ranch
• Approval of minutes for August 6, 2026

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers and Streams Board will hold a possible quorum meeting on June 26, 2026, to discuss the Redstone Plien Art Festival.

• Redstone Plien Art Festival scheduled for Redstone Boulevard
• Possible quorum of the Healthy Rivers and Streams Board

Healthy Rivers

Redstone HPC

The Redstone Historic Preservation Committee will meet virtually to discuss the removal of 654 Redstone Boulevard from the historic inventory. The meeting will include roll call, staff and member comments, and a vote on the new business item.

• Consideration of 654 Redstone Boulevard removal from Historic Inventory
• Review of meeting notes from November 20, 2025
• Committee member comments on other items

Healthy Rivers

This special meeting consists solely of moving into executive session to discuss property interest acquisition and negotiations for Roaring Fork River water rights, including receiving legal advice. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Executive session for property acquisition and negotiations – Roaring Fork River water rights

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Pitkin County BOCC will consider several items including issuing up to $6.5M in sales tax revenue bonds for the Healthy Rivers and Streams Fund, approving the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport terminal schematic design, and a resolution to overrule the Planning and Zoning Commission to allow the Phillips Mobile Home Park project. Other notable items include supporting the resident purchase of Cavern Springs Mobile Home Park, accepting a $175,500 FAA grant for airport transponders, and applying for a broadband grant. The meeting includes public hearings on several items.

• Resolution to overrule Planning and Zoning Commission for Phillips Mobile Home Park project
• Sales tax revenue bonds up to $6.5M for Healthy Rivers and Streams Fund capital expenditures
• Approval of Aspen/Pitkin County Airport terminal schematic design concept
• Letter of Intent to financially support resident purchase of Cavern Springs Mobile Home Park
• FAA grant of $175,500 for Vehicle Movement Area Transponders at the airport

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting and work session to discuss county finances and community funding. The session includes a performance review of the County Attorney in executive session and a business update from Aspen Skiing Company.

• Audited Pitkin County Financial Statement Presentation
• Healthy Community Fund Renewal discussion
• County Attorney 2025 performance review (Executive Session)
• Aspen Skiing Company 'State of our Business' discussion

BOCC Work Session

The Pitkin County Board of County Commissioners holds a joint work session with the Aspen City Council to discuss several topics: a public announcement on water and fire restrictions, a housing needs assessment, potential impacts of Proposition 175, and planning for the 2027 airport and community projects. These are discussion items; no formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Water and Fire Restrictions Public Announcement
• Housing Needs Assessment presentation by Liz Axberg and EPS
• Legislative update on Prop 175 impacts
• 2027 Airport and Community Planning discussion led by Kara Silbernagel and Community Partners

Airport Advisory Board

The Pitkin County Pilot Safety Committee will receive a wind‑study update and discuss visual‑flight‑rules (VFR) arrivals and departures, including issues related to Aspen Tower. The meeting will also cover administrative topics such as the committee’s objectives, bylaws, meeting schedule, and other new business.

• Wind Study Update
• Discussion of VFR arrivals and departures
• Aspen Tower discussion
• Review of committee objectives and bylaws
• Administrative matters and new business

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers Board approved the May 21 minutes, a $2,000 sponsorship for a river‑painting contest, and a $45,000 cost‑share agreement with the U.S. Forest Service for watershed health monitoring. It also authorized two new stream gages on the Roaring Fork River at Lost Man and on Snowmass Creek. An executive session was held to discuss legal advice on acquiring Roaring Fork River water‑rights. Staff reported updates on the Whitewater Park, including fire‑code upgrades and new asphalt slated for 6/22.

• $2,000 sponsorship to the Best River Painting at the Redstone Art Foundation festival
• $45,000 Challenge Cost Share agreement with the U.S. Forest Service for watershed monitoring
• Approval of two stream gages: Roaring Fork River at Lost Man and Snowmass Creek
• Executive session to discuss acquisition and negotiation of Roaring Fork River water rights
• Whitewater Park upgrades: fire‑code compliant materials, signage design, and new asphalt on 6/22

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will consider and vote on a Phase 1 option for the Terminal SD/Phase 1 project, advancing it to design development. Members will also receive a runway update covering design, permitting, guaranteed max prices, and 2026-2027 construction schedules. Other items include introduction of a new interim deputy director, a parking update, and a briefing on the Board of County Commissioners workshop regarding use-fee charges.

• Vote on Phase 1 option for Terminal SD/Phase 1 to proceed to design development
• Runway update: design process, permitting, guaranteed max prices, 2026-2027 construction schedules
• Introduction of new Interim Airport Deputy Director
• Parking update from staff
• BoCC workshop update on use-fee charges (UFCs)

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct a site visit and property tour. They will be accompanied by Open Space and Trails staff at the Glassier site.

• Site visit and property tour at 543 Hooks Spur Lane, Basalt, CO 81621

Open Space & Trails

This is a special meeting consisting solely of a site visit to the Glassier property. No decisions or formal discussions are scheduled. The meeting is from 10:15 AM to 11:15 AM.

• Glassier property site visit

Senior Services

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session, including a special joint meeting with the Airport Advisory Board to discuss the Aspen-Pitkin County Airport terminal modernization schematic design and Phase 1 options. The session also includes a presentation on the library strategic plan and 2025 annual report, and a review of future agenda calendars. No official actions are scheduled.

• Library Strategic Plan Presentation and 2025 Annual Report (45 minutes)
• Review of Future Agenda Calendars for work session and regular meeting
• Special Joint Meeting with Airport Advisory Board: Airport Terminal Modernization - ASE Terminal Schematic Design and Phase 1 Options Overview

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing to consider a resolution finding that the Pitkin County Snowmass Falls Ranch Trailhead location and extent review conforms with the Upper Snowmass Creek Master Plan and the 2003 Overview of Pitkin County Comprehensive Plan. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Resolution on Snowmass Falls Ranch Trailhead conformance with Upper Snowmass Creek Master Plan and Comprehensive Plan

Hearing Officer

The Hearing Officer meeting scheduled for June 16, 2026, has been canceled. No other items are listed on the agenda.

Airport Modernization

The ASE Modernization Task Forces Co-Chairs are meeting to debrief the June 2 task force meeting and discuss ongoing participation. The agenda is procedural with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• No concrete items such as contracts, rezonings, or dollar amounts are on the agenda

BOCC Regular Meeting

The board will hold public hearings and consider several items, including overruling the Planning and Zoning Commission to authorize the Phillips Mobile Home Park project, supporting the resident purchase of Cavern Springs Mobile Home Park, and approving a $175,500 FAA grant for airport transponders. Other items include a broadband grant application, a liquor permit for The Environment Foundation, and budget appropriations.

• Overruling P&Z to authorize implementation of Phillips Mobile Home Park Project (public comment taken)
• Emergency resolution to financially support resident purchase of Cavern Springs Mobile Home Park
• Federal Aviation Administration grant of $175,500 for Vehicle Movement Area Transponders at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport
• Resolution to submit grant application to Colorado Broadband Office for Advanced-Local Broadband Grant
• Ordinance granting underground easement to Holy Cross Energy for airport modernization program

BOCC Work Session

The Board will vote to enter an executive session to receive legal advice on financing the Pitkin County Airport terminal and on land‑use approval, funding, and contractual issues for the Phillips Property housing project. Afterwards, staff will present updates on airport air quality, IT services, and a legislative session recap, followed by a Q2 budget update and supplemental requests. The meeting will also cover future agenda planning, including preparation for a joint meeting with the City of Aspen on June 22, 2026.

• Executive session discussion of Pitkin County Airport Terminal financing (legal advice under C.R.S. §24-6-402)
• Executive session discussion of Phillips Property housing project land‑use approval and funding (legal advice under C.R.S. §24-6-402)
• Q2 Budget Update and budget supplemental requests presentation by Connie Baker
• Review of future agenda calendars and preparation for joint meeting with City of Aspen on June 22, 2026
• Staff presentations: Airport air quality update, IT department update, legislative session recap

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners convenes a work session focused on housing, including a review of the Affordable and Workforce Housing Fund, ballot intent, and a discussion of short- and long-term decision frameworks. No official votes or public hearings are held; this is a discussion-only retreat.

• Affordable and Workforce Housing Fund overview and year in review
• Ballot intent discussion for housing funding
• Housing Fund decision framework for short-term and long-term priorities

Finance

The Financial Advisory Board will discuss updates on the Airport Modernization Project and the Healthy Community Fund Property Tax Renewal. The board will also review the Preliminary Economic Forecast for 2027 and Five-Year Outlook. Minutes from August 21, 2025, are scheduled for approval.

• Approval of minutes from August 21, 2025
• Airport Modernization Project updates
• Healthy Community Fund Property Tax Renewal discussion
• Preliminary Economic Forecast 2027 and Five-Year Outlook review

Airport Modernization

The Pitkin County Airport Modernization Task Forces will review the Draft Schematic Design for the airport's opening day and begin transitioning from schematic to design development. The meeting is virtual and includes process updates, design discussion, and public comment.

• Present and discuss the Draft Schematic Design for the airport opening day
• Begin transition from Schematic to Design Development phase
• Review process, timeline, and design evolution with CGRs guidance
• Public comment period of 3 minutes each

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will review a detailed submission and final plat for the NMP Residence Trust/SEP Residence Trust Subdivision, including site plan review. This is the only land-use action on the agenda, with the remainder being procedural comments and upcoming meeting notices.

• NMP Residence Trust/SEP Residence Trust Subdivision detailed submission and final plat, site plan review by Tami Kochen

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board will consider two budget supplementals: the Glassier Farmstead Restoration and a Dorais Way Fire Truck Turnaround. A joint executive session with the Board of County Commissioners is scheduled to discuss acquiring property interests in the North Thompson Creek, Cattle Creek, Capitol Creek, Basalt, and Snowmass Canyon areas, as well as legal advice and negotiation instructions. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of the May 7, 2026 minutes.

• Budget supplemental for Glassier Farmstead Restoration
• Budget supplemental for Dorais Way Fire Truck Turnaround
• Joint executive session with BOCC for property acquisitions in five areas (North Thompson Creek, Cattle Creek, Capitol Creek, Basalt, Snowmass Canyon)
• Public comment period
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Board of Adjustment

The June 2, 2026 meeting of the Pitkin County Board of Adjustment has been cancelled. No public hearings or decisions will take place.

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners holds a work session including a closed executive session to discuss acquiring property interests in North Thompson Creek, Cattle Creek, Capitol Creek, Basalt, and Snowmass Canyon areas, as well as legal advice and negotiations. Open sessions cover a debt issuance and market update for Healthy Rivers & Streams Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, grant applications for Healthy Rivers, a discussion with the Aspen Times, and an introduction to runway construction manager at risk. No official votes are taken at work sessions.

• Executive session on property acquisitions in North Thompson Creek, Cattle Creek, Capitol Creek, Basalt, and Snowmass Canyon areas
• Debt Issuance & Market Update for Healthy Rivers & Streams Sales Tax Revenue Bonds (Liz Woods)
• Healthy Rivers Grant Applications Discussion (Lisa MacDonald)
• Aspen Times discussion (Alycin Bektesh)
• Runway Construction Manager at Risk Introduction (Diane Jackson, Ryan Mahoney)

BOCC Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Pitkin County Board of County Commissioners. After public comments and commissioner comments, the board will vote to enter an executive session to discuss a potential lobbying contractor and receive legal advice. No other business is scheduled; the meeting is entirely procedural and focused on that closed session.

• Vote to go into executive session to discuss a potential lobbying contractor and legal advice (C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) and (e)).

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the implementation of the Aspen/Pitkin County Sardy Field Airport Modernization Plan. The board is also reviewing a property conveyance in Snowmass Village and a health services agreement with Eagle County and other providers.

• Authorization of the Aspen/Pitkin County Sardy Field Airport Modernization Plan
• Conveyance of 35 Lower Woodridge Road, Unit T170, Snowmass Village
• Interorganizational Agreement between Pitkin County, Aspen Valley Health, Mountain Family Health Centers, and Eagle County
• Memorandum of Understanding with Eagle County for Three Meadows Ranch management
• Sixth Amendment to a contract with the Colorado Department of Human Services for jail-based behavioral services

Airport Modernization

The ASE Modernization Task Forces will use this virtual session to plan the agenda for their June 2 meeting. They will discuss upcoming items and allow a brief period for public comment. No decisions or contracts are scheduled for this meeting.

• Preparation for the June 2 task forces meeting
• Discussion of agenda items
• Public comment period (10 minutes)

BOCC Work Session

The BOCC will first vote to enter executive session to discuss legal requirements, negotiations, and financing for the Phillips Property housing project. Following that, the Board will convene as the Board of Social Services for a first-quarter update on budget expenditures and direct client benefits. The work session includes an annual meeting with CDOT Region 3 leaders and a follow-up discussion on financing options for water rights acquisition under the Healthy Rivers & Streams program.

• Vote to enter executive session to discuss Phillips Property housing project (legal, funding, negotiations)
• Board of Social Services first-quarter update: budget expenditures and direct client benefits
• Annual county meeting with CDOT Region 3 leaders
• Follow-up discussion on Healthy Rivers & Streams financing options for water rights acquisition
• Review of future agenda calendars for work sessions and regular meetings

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board's new Pilot Safety Committee holds its inaugural meeting. The agenda is purely procedural, with no specific decisions or discussions listed.

• First meeting of the Pilot Safety Committee
• Meeting held at 1001 Owl Creek Road or via Google Meet

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will receive updates on runway and terminal design schedules, a noise presentation from Mead & Hunt, and a budget update. The meeting includes multiple staff and operational reports but no formal votes on rezonings or contracts.

• Noise presentation by Mead & Hunt (30-min presentation, 10-min Q&A)
• Location and extents update for the airport program
• Runway design & construction schedule update
• Terminal schematic design to design development process update
• Budget update presented by Liz Woods

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers board will consider funding requests for a Plein Air Festival sponsorship and a valley-wide water conservation messaging campaign, receive a work progress update, and discuss a Challenge Cost Share Agreement with the White River National Forest for watershed health monitoring. The board will also discuss locations and funding for stream gages and hold an executive session regarding Roaring Fork River water rights acquisition and negotiations.

• Redstone Art Foundation – Plein Air Festival Sponsorship Request
• RWAPA – Water Conservation Valley Wide Messaging Campaign Funding Request
• Challenge Cost Share Agreement for White River National Forest watershed health and monitoring
• Locations and Funding for Installation of Stream Gages
• Executive session on Roaring Fork River water rights acquisition

Senior Services

The Senior Services Council is meeting for standard procedural items: roll call, secretary's report, chairperson's report, and manager's report. No specific decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is largely administrative.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission's May 19 meeting has had its site visit and the sole public hearing (Aspen Racing and Sports Club LLC major amendment) cancelled and to be rescheduled. The meeting will proceed with only call to order, commissioner/staff/public comments, and adjournment.

• Site visit cancelled and to be rescheduled
• Public hearing for Aspen Racing and Sports Club LLC major amendment cancelled and to be rescheduled
• Next meetings scheduled for June 2 (NMP Residence Trust subdivision) and June 16 (Snowmass Creek Trailhead review)

Hearing Officer

The Pitkin County Hearing Officer will meet to review a continued application for a Knudson Activity Envelope, including site plan review and a Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) review. The meeting will be held virtually and in person at the Maroon Bells Meeting Room.

• Review of Knudson Activity Envelope site plan and TDR request (continued from April 21, 2026)
• Hearing Officer meeting at Maroon Bells Meeting Room, 530 E Main St, Aspen
• Meeting available via Zoom (Webinar ID: 865 2673 2818) and livestream

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners holds a work session with presentations on the APCHA housing update, a potential Healthy Community Fund renewal, and Snowmass trailhead parking design. No votes or final decisions are taken, as the meeting is for discussion only. An executive session is also scheduled to review the County Attorney's performance.

• Quarterly APCHA update on affordable housing programs
• Healthy Community Fund renewal discussion (60 minutes)
• Snowmass Trailhead Parking Design Update
• Executive session for County Attorney 2025 performance review
• Review of future agenda calendars

Airport Modernization

The Airport Advisory Board and Task Forces are conducting two in-person tours of the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport terminal as part of the Airport Modernization 2026 process. Public comment will be accepted at the end of each tour. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the event is informational.

• Tour #1: 3-4:30 PM, meet in ticketing area
• Tour #2: 5-6:30 PM, meet in ticketing area
• Public comment available after each tour
• Space limited; waitlist for future tours if capacity reached

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Pitkin County BOCC will decide on overruling the Planning and Zoning Commission's finding that the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport Modernization Program does not conform to community master plans, and will vote on authorizing implementation. The board also considers multiple resolutions and ordinances, including a $503,636 aviation grant for runway reconstruction, an intergovernmental agreement to update the county's greenhouse gas inventory, and a conveyance of a unit at Snowmass Village.

• Overruling P&Z resolution on Aspen/Pitkin County Airport Modernization Program (ASE AMP) conformance with community plans
• Discretionary Aviation Grant of $503,636 for Runway 15/33 reconstruction at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport
• Endorsing a letter of support for the Agricultural Drought Resiliency Project in the Roaring Fork Valley
• Approving conveyance of 35 Lower Woodridge Road, Unit T170, Snowmass Village
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Aspen, Snowmass Village, and Basalt to update Regional Greenhouse Gas Inventory

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the repeal of the 2003 Comprehensive Plan and the adoption of a new Pitkin County Comprehensive Plan. If adopted, the plan will be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners for approval.

• Public hearing on repealing the 2003 Pitkin County Comprehensive Plan and adopting a new version

BOCC Work Session

The Pitkin County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss personnel evaluations and public lands updates. The meeting includes a special session to vote on entering executive session for personnel matters.

• Vote to enter executive session for County Attorney personnel evaluation
• Public Lands Update presentation
• Dispatch Center Construction Project Update
• Review of Future Agenda Calendars
• Board Open Discussion

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board will discuss the Snowmass Trailhead, Parking, and Access Improvements project, a fishing permit moratorium, and a letter of support for the Agriculture Drought Resiliency Project. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss property acquisitions in the Cattle Creek, Frying Pan, Basalt, Capitol Creek, and Snowmass Canyon areas.

• Snowmass Trailhead, Parking, and Access Improvements
• Fishing Permit Moratorium
• Agriculture Drought Resiliency Project Letter of Support
• Executive session for property acquisitions in Cattle Creek, Frying Pan, Basalt, Capitol Creek, and Snowmass Canyon

Board of Adjustment

The Pitkin County Board of Adjustment will consider a resolution to approve height variances for the William W. Bishop Jr. 2012 Spray Trust/Ideal Starwood LLC project. The meeting will be held virtually and in person at the Maroon Bells Meeting Room.

• Height variance request for Starwood Sixteen project
• Resolution to approve variances for PID 264335401001 and 264335107006
• Meeting held at 530 E Main St, Aspen, CO 81611
• Meeting via Zoom (Webinar ID: 883 0521 1396)
• Audio tapes available for past meetings

BOCC Work Session

The Pitkin County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the capacity and reliability of the airport project with Holy Cross Energy and review a funding request for Cavern Springs Mobile Home Park. The meeting includes a legislative update and an open discussion period.

• Holy Cross Energy airport project discussion
• Cavern Springs Mobile Home Park funding request
• Legislative update presentation
• Review of future meeting calendars
• Board open discussion

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding site plan reviews and location extent. The body is reviewing a proposal for 290 Heather Lane and continuing a review of the Phillips Mobile Home Park.

• Public hearing: 290 Heather Lane Realty LLC Activity Envelope and Site Plan Review
• Public hearing: Pitkin County Phillips Mobile Home Park Location and Extent Review

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees will hold an executive session to discuss acquiring property interests in the Basalt and upper Frying Pan areas. The meeting is scheduled for April 29, 2026, at Fisherman’s Park in Basalt.

• Executive session to discuss property interest acquisition in Basalt
• Executive session to discuss property interest acquisition in upper Frying Pan
• Discussion regarding legal advice and instruction to negotiators

Airport Modernization

The Airport Modernization Task Forces will meet to review the agenda and hold a discussion. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Agenda review
• General discussion
• Public comment period

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners holds a work session to discuss several upcoming issues without taking official action. Topics include an update on the Aspen Airport Business Center Multimodal Transportation Plan, a Solid Waste Center expansion update, a Public Health Department overview, and a legislative update. No votes or decisions are expected.

• Update on Aspen Airport Business Center Multimodal Transportation Plan (Andrew Knapp, 60 min)
• Solid Waste Center Expansion Update (Brian Pettet, 45 min)
• Public Health Department Overview and Program Updates (Jordana Sabella et al., 60 min)
• Legislative Update from Levi Borst (15 min)
• Review of future agenda calendars and board membership reports

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport Modernization Program (ASE AMP). The body is reviewing whether the program's location and extent conform with the 2012 Aspen Area Community Plan and the 2013 West of Maroon Creek Master Plan.

• Public hearing on Aspen/Pitkin County Airport Modernization Program (ASE AMP) conformance

Airport Modernization

The Airport Modernization Task Force is reviewing the completed schematic design for the ASE airport modernization project and discussing the transition to the design development phase. The meeting will cover program updates, design evolution, and timeline. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Review of schematic design finalization for site and systems at 1001 Owl Creek Road, Aspen
• Transition from schematic design to design development phase
• Modernization program updates and timeline discussion
• Public comment period of up to 3 minutes each

BOCC Regular Meeting

Healthy Rivers

This is a sunshine notice indicating a possible quorum of the Healthy Rivers and Streams Board may be present during the Colorado River District's State of the River Event. No specific decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda; the notice is procedural only.

Elected Officials Transportation Board (EOTC)

The Elected Officials Transportation Committee will review its funding policy for the countywide transportation sales and use tax and examine examples of future transportation projects and funding options. The meeting also includes a history of EOTC milestones and a discussion of the board’s governance structure. No formal decisions are recorded; the agenda focuses on exploring scenarios and proposals.

• Review of the 1993 half‑cent countywide transportation sales & use tax allocations (1% and 0.5% splits)
• Presentation of 2025 unaudited distribution amounts: RFTA $10,820,435 (1%); City of Aspen $9,770,229; Snowmass Village $2,464,461; EOTC $2,252,521 (0.5%)
• Consideration of expanding EOTC funding scope to include travel‑demand‑management (TDM) strategies
• Discussion of potential future projects such as a regional carpooling app, county‑wide parking management plan, transit service during Pitkin County Airport closure, and Brush Creek Park & Ride shuttle options
• Review of the board’s governance structure (agenda item IV)

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Pitkin County BOCC meets with two commissioners absent. Items include consent approval of an abatement petition over $10,000 and citizen board appointments; individual items include a $503,636 aviation grant for runway reconstruction at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport, conservation easements on a Woods Lot, a Crystal River intergovernmental agreement, and a greenhouse gas inventory update. The board will also consider terminating the Citizen Weed Advisory Board and adopting human services policies.

• $503,636 CDOT aviation grant for Runway 15/33 reconstruction at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport
• Abatement petition over $10,000 submitted by South Side Drive LLC
• Coffman Ranch: Restoring Lands, Open Access Project agreement with Great Outdoors Colorado
• Conservation easement and Nordic trail easement on Richard R. Woods Lot Split Lot 2
• Crystal River Intergovernmental Agreement with multiple entities

BOCC Work Session

The board will vote to go into executive session to receive legal advice on a restrictive covenant for the Pitkin County dispatch project. Following a lunch break, a work session includes a Telecommunications Department update, a review of future agenda calendars, and open discussion.

• Vote to enter executive session for legal advice on Pitkin County dispatch project restrictive covenant (CRS 24-6-402(4)(b))
• Telecommunications Department update by Drew Petersen (30 minutes)
• Review of future work session and regular meeting agenda calendars
• Board open discussion (15 minutes)

Hearing Officer

The Pitkin County Hearing Officer will meet on April 21, 2026. One application (Knudson Activity Envelope, Site Plan Review, GMQS Exemption, and TDR Review) is continued to May 19, 2026. The officer will review activity envelope applications for Elk Mountain Flying Fish Ranch HOA and two lots owned by Green Drake LLC.

• Knudson Activity Envelope, Site Plan Review, GMQS Exemption, and TDR Review continued to 5/19/2026
• Elk Mountain Flying Fish Ranch HOA Activity Envelope Review
• Green Drake LLC (Lot 2) Activity Envelope Review
• Green Drake LLC (Lot 3) Activity Envelope Review

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed location and extent of the Phillips Mobile Home Park. No other agenda items are listed for decision at this regular meeting.

• Phillips Mobile Home Park – location and extent (public hearing)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve On-site Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) regulations and conduct elections for the Chair, Co-Chair, and an alternate position. The meeting includes updates on epidemiology, the WIC program, and the Healthy Community Fund.

• OWTS Regulation Approval
• BOH Alternate Position and Chair/Co-Chair Elections
• CDPHE Wastewater Presentation
• Regional Opioid Council discussion
• Healthy Community Fund Update

Healthy Rivers

Airport Modernization

The Airport Modernization Task Force is meeting to review progress made by the Design Team. The group will also discuss and draft the structure and activities for a subsequent meeting on April 28.

• Review of Design Team progress
• Planning for April 28 Task Force meeting

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will receive program updates on runway construction (including an introduction of the Construction Manager at Risk, Kiewit), terminal/communications upgrades, and location/extents. The board will also discuss its own role and hear a triennial presentation. Standing reports cover FBO, staff, airport communications, and commercial passenger activity.

• Runway Update / CMAR Introductions with Kiewit
• Terminal / Comms Update (30 min)
• Location and Extents Update
• Triennial Presentation by Andrew & Perrin
• FBO Update by Jonathan Jones

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers board will hear an update on Grizzly Reservoir repairs and consider multiple sponsorship requests for watershed education, fish passage, and river protection. Key funding requests include $57,423 from Trout Unlimited, $50,400 from Roaring Fork Conservancy, and $35,000 each from Wilderness Workshop and INSTAAR. Also discussed: a Lincoln Creek sampling plan and an EcoFlight overflight proposal.

• Grizzly Reservoir repairs update from Twin Lakes Reservoir and Canal Co.
• Trout Unlimited requests $57,423 for fish passage and environmental flow improvements
• Roaring Fork Conservancy requests $50,400 for watershed education initiatives
• Wilderness Workshop requests $35,000 for Crystal River protection campaign
• Lincoln Creek 2026 sampling plan presentation and funding request

Senior Services

The agenda consists of standard procedural items: roll call, secretary's report, chairperson's report, manager's report, and old/new business. No specific decisions, proposals, or public hearings are listed; the meeting is largely advisory and administrative.

• Manager's report by Patty Kravitz for Chad Federwitz
• Attachments include minutes from previous meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for May 20, 2026

BOCC Work Session

The Pitkin County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the Airport Modernization Project, Library and Administrative Building safety barriers, and the Cavern Springs Mobile Home Park. The meeting also includes a lunch break and a review of future meeting calendars.

• Airport Modernization Project Updates
• Library and Administrative Building Safety Barrier Project Update
• Cavern Springs Mobile Home Park discussion
• Prep for EOTC Mini Retreat on April 23, 2026
• Review of Future Agenda Calendars

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a continued public hearing regarding the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport Modernization Program (ASE AMP). The body is reviewing the program's location and extent for conformance with the 2012 Aspen Area Community Plan and the 2013 West of Maroon Creek Master Plan.

• Public hearing: Aspen/Pitkin County Airport Modernization Program (ASE AMP) Location and Extent Review

Healthy Rivers

The Pitkin County Healthy Rivers Board will hold a retreat to build relationships, review board effectiveness, and clarify roles. Members will hear from County Commissioner Greg Poschman and staff about governance and mission, and discuss legal advice on Roaring Fork River water acquisition. The board will also review the county’s financial outlook and identify priority focus areas for future budget decisions.

• Board self-assessment and effectiveness discussion
• County Commissioner Greg Poschman presentation on board’s role
• Staff presentation on mission, by‑laws, and governance structure
• Legal counsel discussion on Roaring Fork River water acquisition under C.R.S. § 24‑6‑402
• County Finance Department overview of financial outlook and priority commitments

Telecommunications Advisory Board

The Pitkin County Telecommunications Advisory Board will approve the minutes from the 1/14/26 regular meeting, consider any changes or additions to the agenda, and hear public comments. Staff will present an engineering report, and the board will address any old and new business before adjourning.

• Approval of 1/14/26 TAB Regular Meeting Minutes
• Public comment/items not on agenda
• Engineering staff report
• Discussion of old business
• Discussion of new business

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Pitkin County Board of County Commissioners will consider approving a federal grant for airport runway design, budget amendments for carry-over projects, and an intergovernmental agreement for a greenhouse gas inventory update.

• Resolution to approve $9,638,173 FAA grant for Aspen/Pitkin County Airport runway design
• Resolution to amend 2026 budget for carry-over projects
• Resolution to amend 2026 budget for Roaring Fork Safe Passages
• Ordinance to accept conservation easement on Richard R. Woods Lot Split Lot 2
• Ordinance to authorize communications lease with BLM for Crown Mountain site

Board of Adjustment

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the county's comprehensive plan and airport modernization. The commission is reviewing whether the airport program conforms to existing community and master plans.

• Public hearing on repealing the 2003 Comprehensive Plan and adopting a new Pitkin County Comprehensive Plan
• Review of the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport Modernization Program (ASE AMP) for conformance with the 2012 Aspen Area Community Plan and 2013 West of Maroon Creek Master Plan

BOCC Work Session

The Pitkin County Board of County Commissioners will vote to enter an executive session and discuss four legal‑advice items: Aspen Mountain Mining Company land exchange requirements, Roaring Fork River water acquisition, the Crystal River Intergovernmental Agreement, and expert engagement on property ownership in the Snowmass Area. After the executive session, the board will hold a work session with presentations on beaver and stream restoration policies, financing options for water‑rights acquisition, and a legislative update, followed by upcoming regular‑meeting items and open discussion.

• 9:45 AM vote to go into executive session
• Executive session discussion of Aspen Mountain Mining Company land exchange regulatory and legislative prioritization requirements (legal advice under C.R.S. § 24‑6‑402(4)(b))
• Executive session discussion of Roaring Fork River water acquisition (legal advice under C.R.S. § 24‑6‑402(4)(b))
• Executive session discussion of Crystal River Intergovernmental Agreement (legal advice under C.R.S. § 24‑6‑402(4)(b))
• Executive session discussion of expert engagement for legal framework for property ownership in the Snowmass Area (legal advice under C.R.S. § 24‑6‑402(4)(b))

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees will review a land use referral for Varian Mountain Properties LLC and Nordic Easement. The board will also enter an executive session to discuss real property acquisitions and legal advice for several specific regions.

• Land Use Referral: Varian Mountain Properties LLC CE and Nordic Easement
• Executive session regarding property interests in Basalt
• Executive session regarding property interests in Cattle Creek
• Executive session regarding property interests in Frying Pan
• Executive session regarding property interests in East Sopris Creek, Capitol Creek, Snowmass Canyon, East Aspen, and Maroon Creek

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to consider appointing Kara Silbernagel as Pitkin County Manager. The agenda includes a resolution for the appointment and an open discussion session.

• Resolution to appoint Kara Silbernagel as Pitkin County Manager
• Open discussion session
• Public comments period (3 minutes per speaker)

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a federal grant for airport infrastructure and a lease for the Crown Mountain Telecommunications Site. The body is also reviewing budget appropriations and ordinances regarding wildfire resiliency and fire restrictions.

• FAA grant of $9,638,173 for Runway 15/33 Design at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport/Sardy Field
• Supplemental appropriations and amendments to the 2026 Budget
• Ordinance for Sheriff to impose restrictions on open fires and fireworks in unincorporated Pitkin County
• Lease agreement with Roaring Fork Transportation Authority for Brush Creek Park & Ride
• Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Building Code and Land Use Code Amendments

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers and Streams Board will hold a Scholarship Sub‑Committee meeting on March 24, 2026, from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. The meeting will be conducted via Google Meet. The sub‑committee will consider matters related to scholarships for the Healthy Rivers program.

• Scholarship Sub‑Committee meeting (Mar 24, 1:30‑3:30 pm) – Google Meet link provided

BOCC Work Session

The Pitkin County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the Spring Airport Closure, interview candidates for various boards, and review department updates. The meeting includes a special session for executive discussions on legal matters and personnel.

• Spring Airport Closure: Parking Update presentation
• Interviews for Michelle Miscione (Board of Health), Joanie Klar (Airport Advisory Board), Doug Throm (P&Z Renewal), Nicole VandeBoom (Animal Shelter Board), and Terri Partch (Open Space & Trails Board)
• Introduction of new RWAPA director Paula Stepp
• Slaughterhouse Bridge project discussion
• Executive session for legal advice and personnel matters

Healthy Rivers

The Pitkin County Board will review budget and finance matters, receive updates on the Lincoln Creek Watershed Study, and hold an executive session to discuss legal advice on acquiring water rights on the Roaring Fork River and augmenting the Crystal River. The meeting also includes routine staff reports and public comment.

• Executive session: discussion of acquiring water rights on the Roaring Fork River (legal advice per C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b))
• Executive session: discussion of Crystal River augmentation (legal advice per C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b))
• Budget and finance discussion with county finance staff
• Update on Lincoln Creek Watershed Study by Chip Fisher and Brent Johnson
• Monthly staff report by Lisa Tasker and Lisa MacDonald

Airport Advisory Board

The Board will receive program updates regarding the airport terminal and runway. The meeting includes a noise presentation by Mead & Hunt and a discussion on forming a Pilot Safety Committee.

• Terminal update presentation by ZGF
• Runway update
• Noise presentation by Mead & Hunt
• Proposed formation of a Pilot Safety Committee
• Spring construction and parking update

Senior Services

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for a retreat to review the previous year and discuss the state of the county. The session includes a discussion regarding the renewal of the Healthy Community Fund.

• Year review
• State of the County discussion
• Healthy Community Fund renewal discussion

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pitkin County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a resolution to repeal the 2003 Pitkin County Comprehensive Plan, as amended, and adopt a new comprehensive plan. If adopted, the new plan will be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners for approval. The meeting also includes standard comment periods and scheduling of future agenda items.

• Public hearing on resolution to repeal 2003 Comprehensive Plan and adopt a new plan
• Adopted plan to be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners for approval
• Future meetings scheduled to review Aspen/Pitkin County Airport location and Phillips Mobile Home Park

Hearing Officer

Event

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work‑session that begins with a vote to enter an executive session. In the executive session the Board will discuss the Nicholson Creek Road dispute, a potential Glenwood Springs residential property divestment, and the County Manager applicant review and appointment process. The remainder of the meeting includes staff and community presentations on topics such as a youth photovoice project, airport updates, drought strategy, and legislative updates, followed by interviews for planning‑and‑zoning, health board, and airport advisory board renewals.

• Executive session discussion of Nicholson Creek Road dispute (legal advice)
• Executive session discussion of potential Glenwood Springs residential property divestment (legal advice)
• Executive session discussion of County Manager applicant review and appointment process
• Youth Advisory Team of the Healthy Futures Coalition Photovoice Project presentation (45 min)
• Airport/ZGF schematic update presentation (45 min)

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the Aspen/Pitkin County/Sardy Field Airport Modernization Plan and a noise ordinance variance. The body is also deciding on a prohibition of flavored tobacco product sales and first-quarter budget amendments.

• Ordinance prohibiting the sale of flavored tobacco products
• Supplemental appropriations and amendments to the 2026 Budget (First Quarter)
• Noise ordinance variance for Aspen/Pitkin County Airport Modernization projects
• Lease agreement with Roaring Fork Transportation Authority for Brush Creek Park & Ride
• Underground easement and right-of-way grant to Holy Cross Energy

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Pitkin County Comprehensive Plan. The body is considering a resolution to repeal the 2003 plan and adopt a new version to be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners for approval.

• Public hearing on the repeal of the 2003 Pitkin County Comprehensive Plan
• Proposed adoption of a new Pitkin County Comprehensive Plan

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board will hold a discussion regarding the use of electric bicycles in the BLM Crown Mountain area. No decisions are noted; the agenda item is for discussion only.

• Discussion on e‑bike usage in the BLM Crown Mountain area

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss legal matters regarding river property acquisitions and land use code enforcement, followed by a joint meeting on e-bikes and a budget review.

• Vote to enter executive session for legal advice
• Discussion on Roaring Fork River property interest acquisitions
• Joint meeting with Open Space & Trails on e-bikes
• Review of Q1 Budget Supplemental Requests
• Discussion on legislative land exchange with Aspen Mountain Mining Corp.

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board is holding a community open house to provide updates on the ASE Modernization Project. The meeting will cover the project process, timeline, and the presentation of the schematic design.

• Presentation of ASE Modernization Project Schematic Design
• Project process and timeline overview

Open Space & Trails

The board will consider the final draft of the North Star Nature Preserve Management Plan and a land‑use referral for a recreation and access easement at 55 Smith Hill Way. A budget supplemental for aquatic nuisance species prevention and a grant application from Aspen Valley Land Trust for the GOCO Community Impact program will also be reviewed. An executive session will be held to discuss potential acquisitions of property interests in the Basalt, Frying Pan, East Sopris Creek, Capitol Creek, Snowmass Canyon, and East Aspen areas.

• North Star Nature Preserve Management Plan – final draft
• Land‑use referral: recreation and access easement at 55 Smith Hill Way, Aspen
• Budget supplemental for aquatic nuisance species prevention
• Aspen Valley Land Trust GOCO Community Impact grant application
• Executive session: discussion of property acquisitions in Basalt, Frying Pan, East Sopris Creek, Capitol Creek, Snowmass Canyon, and East Aspen

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to appoint Ted Mahon to the remaining term of District 2 Commissioner. The session also includes staff presentations on the airport, the Age-Friendly Initiative, and legislative updates.

• Appointment of Ted Mahon as County Commissioner for District 2
• Airport update presentation by Ryan Mahoney
• Pitkin County Age-Friendly Initiative presentation by Chad Federwitz
• Legislative update by Levi Borst
• Board of Adjustment item regarding John Olson

Airport Modernization

The Airport Advisory Board Joint Task Force Co-Chairs are meeting to prepare for Task Force Meeting #4. The session is scheduled for one hour.

• Preparation for Task Force Meeting #4

Airport Modernization

The Airport Advisory Board Joint Task Force is meeting to transition the airport modernization project from conceptual design to the schematic design phase. The body will discuss the design process, timeline, and the visual 'look and feel' of the project. Members will prioritize terminal and GTC amenities, landscaping, and parking phasing.

• Review of Conceptual Design transition to Schematic Design phase
• Prioritization of Terminal and GTC amenities
• Discussion of landscape berming and screening
• Review of parking and site phasing priorities
• Breakout sessions on Terminal Design and Airport Multi-Modal Connectivity

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to discuss a variance request for a property in the Little Texas Subdivision. The applicant is seeking a reduction in the required front yard setback to allow for specific site improvements.

• Case PBOA.1914.2025: Request for a 7' front yard setback variance (30' required) at 102 North Little Texas Lane for a spa, pergola, and firepit

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to repeal the 2003 Comprehensive Plan and adopt a new Pitkin County Comprehensive Plan. The adopted plan will be forwarded to the Pitkin County Board of County Commissioners for approval. Commissioners Ellen Sassano and Hannah‑Hunt Wander will present the resolution.

• Resolution to repeal the 2003 Comprehensive Plan and adopt the updated plan
• Forwarding the adopted Comprehensive Plan to the Board of County Commissioners for approval

BOCC Work Session

The Pitkin County Board of County Commissioners will consider a resolution to appoint a named individual to fill the remainder of the District 2 Commissioner term. Public comment will be taken on the appointment. The meeting is a special session and will adjourn at noon.

• Resolution appointing [name] as County Commissioner for District 2 (remaining term)
• Public comment period on the appointment

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss ordinances regarding flavored tobacco sales, wildfire resiliency building codes, and land use amendments. The body is also reviewing easements for Holy Cross Energy and a grant application for the Phillips Mobile Home Park water well project.

• Ordinance prohibiting the sale of flavored tobacco products
• Grant application for the Phillips Mobile Home Park Water Well Development Project
• MOU between Pitkin County, City of Aspen, and Town of Snowmass Village for PACT program expenses
• First reading of Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Building Code Amendments
• Land Use Code amendments to repeal and reenact Section 7-20-60 for Wildfire Hazards

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners held a work session to review updates from the Board of Social Services, including fourth‑quarter budget expenditures and direct client benefits. Staff and community presentations covered a Colorado River BOCES briefing, a legislative update, and interviews for the OST renewal and the Pitkin County Library. The meeting also included open discussion on the USFS Twin Peaks vegetation management environmental assessment and a letter of support for Proposition 123. No formal actions were taken during the session.

• Fourth Quarter Budget Expenditures (Board of Social Services update)
• Colorado River BOCES presentation and discussion
• Legislative Update
• OST Renewal interview with Wayne Ives
• Pitkin County Library interview with Andrew Travers

Airport Advisory Board

The board will receive updates on runway status, emissions, and noise. Members will discuss emissions goals and vote on the creation of a Pilot Safety Committee.

• Vote for Pilot Safety Committee
• Emissions update and goals discussion with Mead & Hunt
• Runway update from G.R. Fielding
• Wind monitoring presentation by Arnaud Dumont
• Benchmark Airport Visits recap

Healthy Rivers

The Pitkin County Board will approve the January 15, 2026 meeting minutes and hear a debt financing overview from Finance Director Liz Woods. They will consider a request from Ruedi Water and Power Authority for more time to complete an outdoor watering efficiency education campaign. An introduction on proposed Rights of Nature legislation and a scholarships update will also be presented before staff reports and open discussion.

• Approval of Minutes – January 15, 2026
• Pitkin County Debt Financing Overview – presented by Liz Woods, Finance Director
• Ruedi Water and Power Authority request for extension of outdoor watering efficiency education campaign
• Introduction on proposed Rights of Nature legislation (no packet materials)
• Scholarships update (no packet materials)

Airport Modernization

The Airport Advisory Board Joint Task Force is meeting to review task force processes and roles and responsibilities. The session includes a one-hour discussion period.

• Task Forces Process Update
• Task Forces Roles & Responsibilities

Senior Services

The Senior Services Council will meet to receive reports from the secretary, chairperson, and manager. The agenda contains no specific items listed under old or new business.

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct interviews for District 2 Commissioner applicants. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss legal matters regarding Phillips Mobile Home Park.

• Interviews for District 2 Commissioner applicants including Meaghan Rubey, Max Ben-Hamoo, Ted Mahon, Scot Woolley, Andora Ronay, Tom Egan, Katy Frisch, Emily Kolbe, and Charlie Tarver
• Executive session regarding Phillips Mobile Home Park violations enforcement
• Executive session regarding Phillips Mobile Home Park location and extent review process
• Executive session regarding Phillips Mobile Home Park redevelopment and governance strategy

Hearing Officer

The Pitkin County Hearing Officer regular meeting scheduled for February 17, 2026 was canceled. No decisions or discussions will take place at this time.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a residential floor area allotment and the location of a Solid Waste Center. The body will also receive comments from commissioners, staff, and the public.

• Public hearing: William C Dolan Revocable Trust GMQS Allotment for additional residential floor area and Site Plan Review
• Public hearing: Solid Waste Center Location and Extension

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Pitkin County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a series of ordinances, resolutions, and agreements covering land easements, water rights, and grant funding. Items include a memorandum of understanding for the PACT program, a conservation easement for Carvelli Property, and an underground right‑of‑way easement to Holy Cross Energy. The board will also consider supplemental budget appropriations for water rights acquisition and a grant agreement to support the Good Deeds housing program. An emergency resolution will authorize the application for a state grant to fund a water well at Phillips Mobile Home Park.

• Resolution approving a Memorandum of Understanding for the Pitkin Area Co‑Responder Teams (PACT) program cost sharing
• Ordinance accepting the Deed of Conservation Easement for Carvelli Property
• Ordinance granting an Underground Right of Way Easement to Holy Cross Energy
• Resolution providing supplemental appropriations to the 2026 budget for water rights acquisition
• Resolution approving a grant agreement with West Mountain Regional Housing Coalition to support the Good Deeds program

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold an executive session to discuss legal advice regarding a WestWater Research contract and the transfer of real property in Snowmass Village. The meeting also includes staff updates on Vision 2050 and a review of BOCC candidates.

• WestWater Research contract and strategic water acquisition discussion
• Snowmass Village unit property interest and potential transfer or dispossession
• Vision 2050 project update
• Review of BOCC Candidates
• Colorado Parks and Wildlife update

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners and Aspen City Council will hold a joint work session. Staff will provide updates on the airport, lumberyard, and entrance to Aspen. The county will present a summary of its 2050 Comprehensive Plan. Participants will discuss a potential housing summit and future joint agenda topics.

• Airport Update (County staff led discussion)
• Lumberyard Update (City staff led discussion)
• County 2050 Comprehensive Plan Summary (County staff led discussion)
• Entrance to Aspen Update (City staff led discussion)
• Potential Housing Summit Discussion (City Council / BOCC led)

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board will hold an executive session to discuss acquiring real‑property interests in several areas of Pitkin County, including Basalt, Snowmass Canyon, upper and lower Frying Pan, Old Snowmass, East Sopris Creek, and Snowmass/Capitol Creek. The discussion will include receiving legal advice and providing instructions to negotiators. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Acquisition of property interest in the Basalt area of Pitkin County
• Acquisition of property interest in Snowmass Canyon
• Acquisition of property interest in upper Frying Pan area
• Acquisition of property interest in Old Snowmass area
• Acquisition fund strategy and negotiation capacity discussion

The board discussed upcoming public scoping by the BLM on Class 1 e‑bikes and noted a summer survey showing support. Staff reported that the final draft of the Pitkin County Comprehensive Plan is open for comment until Feb 23 and will be reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Commission on March 3. The Back 80 conservation easement in Marble was closed, securing $200,000 for the project. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were taken.

Board of Adjustment

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a work session to discuss issues not yet ready for official action. The session includes a legislative update and a review of future meeting calendars.

• Legislative Update presented by Levi Borst
• Review of Future Agenda Calendars for Work Sessions and Regular Meetings

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission cancelled its regular meeting, so no items were discussed or decided. The agenda lists the dates and topics for the next meetings on Feb 17 and Mar 3, including a residential floor‑area request, a solid waste center review, and comprehensive plan adoption.

• Feb 17: Review of William C. Dolan Revocable Trust activity envelope and GMQS allotment for additional residential floor area in the UGB (Franco Palumbo)
• Feb 17: Solid Waste Center location and extent review (Rebecca Dunlap)
• Mar 3: Adoption of the Comprehensive Plan (Ellen Sassano and Hannah‑Hunt Wander)

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Pitkin County Board of County Commissioners will consider approving a $450,373.48 grant for airport runway planning, adjusting the solid waste center hours, and amending the 2026 budget for water rights acquisition. The meeting will also include public hearings on historic designations and a resolution on elected official salaries.

• Approving $450,373.48 FAA grant for Aspen airport runway planning
• Amending 2026 budget for water rights acquisition
• Adjusting hours of Solid Waste Center firearms range
• Approving Pitkin County/Thomasville Lime Kilns to Historic Register
• Setting salaries for elected officials other than County Commissioners

Healthy Rivers

The Healthy Rivers and Streams Board will consider a possible quorum as noted in the Sunshine Notice. The agenda also references the Colorado Water Congress Annual Convention scheduled for January 28‑30, 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Aurora Denver Conference Center, 650 15th Street, Denver. No specific decisions or actions are detailed in this agenda.

• Sunshine Notice: Possible quorum of the Healthy Rivers and Streams Board
• Colorado Water Congress Annual Convention (Jan 28‑30, 2026), Hyatt Regency Aurora Denver Conference Center, 650 15th St, Denver

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work‑session and an executive session on Jan 27, 2026. In the executive session, commissioners will discuss the interim County Manager position and the recruitment process. The meeting also includes a Housing Department update and citizen board interviews. The session ends with open discussion and a review of future agenda calendars.

• Vote to go into executive session at 10:15 AM
• Discussion of interim County Manager recruitment in executive session
• Housing Department update presented by Ashley Perl at 1:00 PM
• Senior Council Citizen Board interview with Charlotte Anderson at 1:30 PM
• Board of Adjustment Citizen Board interview with Charlotte Anderson at 1:45 PM

Elected Officials Transportation Board (EOTC)

Senior Services

The Pitkin County Senior Services Council will meet via Google Meet at 1:00 PM on Jan 21, 2026. The agenda includes roll call, a secretary’s report, a chairperson’s report, and a manager’s report, followed by sections for old business and new business. No specific items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision.

Hearing Officer

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Jan 20, 2026. After public comments, the commission will consider a Land Use Code text amendment to adopt the Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code, presented by Nicole Rebeck‑Stout. The meeting will conclude with scheduling of the next meetings.

• LUC Text Amendment for Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code
• William C Dolan Revocable Trust Activity Envelope and GMQS Allotment for additional residential floor area in the UGB (scheduled for Feb 17)
• Solid Waste Center Location and Extent (scheduled for Feb 17)

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners will vote to go into executive session. In that session they will discuss a litigation update on land use code enforcement with Aspen Vibes, LLC. The remainder of the work session includes staff and community presentations on the Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code, a Sustainable Aviation Fuel feasibility study, a legislative update, and updates on the Solid Waste Center expansion and Public Works Department. The meeting concludes with a review of future agenda calendars and an open discussion.

• Vote to go into executive session
• Litigation update on land use code enforcement – Aspen Vibes, LLC
• Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code presentation
• Western Slope Sustainable Aviation Fuel feasibility study wrap‑up
• Solid Waste Center Expansion update

Open Space & Trails

The Open Space and Trails Board of Trustees will meet to approve previous minutes and hold an executive session. The board will discuss legal advice and negotiations regarding a property interest in the Castle Creek area.

• Executive session regarding property interest in the Castle Creek area

The Open Space & Trails Board approved the December 16, 2026 meeting minutes by a 5-0 vote. The board also voted 5-0 to recommend that the Pitkin County Board of County Commissioners accept the Carvelli Conservation Easement. No public comments were received.

• Approved 12/16/2026 OSTB minutes (5-0)
• Recommended County Commissioners accept Carvelli Conservation Easement (5-0)

Board of Health

The Pitkin County Board of Health will discuss a proposed comprehensive flavor ban for tobacco products. It will also vote on the county health strategic plan and approve new on‑site wastewater treatment system regulations. Additional updates include an epidemiology report and a director's update covering meeting schedules and regulatory topics.

• Comprehensive Flavor Ban presentation by Health Promotion Program Administrator
• Approval of the County Health Strategic Plan
• Approval of On‑Site Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) regulations
• Epidemiology update from the county epidemiologist
• Director's update including meeting schedule approval and psychedelic regulation update

Healthy Rivers

The Pitkin County Board will approve the minutes from November 11 and December 12, 2025, and appoint a Chair and Vice Chair. An executive session will be held to discuss acquiring water rights on the Roaring Fork River under Colorado law. The meeting also includes presentations on local river algae increases and the 2025 North Star Draft Management Plan, followed by staff reports and a board retreat.

• Approval of minutes from November 11 and December 12, 2025
• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Executive session to discuss acquisition of water rights on the Roaring Fork River
• Discussion on local river algae increases with Clay Ramey
• Presentation of the 2025 North Star Draft Management Plan

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will hear a recap of the Page Turn project with ZGF and Mies, followed by an update on runway plans. A presentation on the SAF feasibility study will be given with a question‑and‑answer period. Additional updates on pilot safety, parking, and other airport operations will be provided.

• Page Turn Recap – presentation by Tony with ZGF and Mies
• Runway Update – presentation by G.R.
• SAF Feasibility Study – presentation and Q&A by Michael Port
• Pilot Safety Committee Update – brief by Diane
• Parking Update – brief by Diane

Board of Appeals

The Pitkin County Board of Appeals will consider two appeals submitted by Jeffery Erickson. The first is from 360 S Hayden LLC regarding change order CHANGE.3005.2024. The second is from AWL West LLC concerning building permit #BLDG.1617.2023. The board will decide whether to uphold or modify these appeals.

• 360 S Hayden LLC appeal of change order CHANGE.3005.2024
• AWL West LLC appeal of building permit #BLDG.1617.2023

Telecommunications Advisory Board

The Pitkin County Telecommunications Advisory Board will review and vote on the October 8, 2025 meeting minutes. The board will receive an engineering staff report, consider any public comments, and address items listed as old business and new business before adjourning.

• Approval of 10/8/2025 TAB Regular Meeting Minutes
• Engineering staff report
• Public comment/items not on agenda
• Discussion of old business
• Discussion of new business

BOCC Regular Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the process for filling a vacancy on the board. The meeting includes decisions on airport grants, solid waste center bonds, and an ordinance regarding camping in public right-of-ways.

• Proposed $450,373.48 FAA agreement for Runway 15/33 reconstruction planning at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport
• Proposed issuance of Solid Waste Center Enterprise Revenue Bonds, Series 2026 for facility expansion
• Ordinance to prohibit camping and overnight occupancy in public right-of-ways in unincorporated Pitkin County
• Proposed purchase of 34 Lower Woodbridge, 170 Snowmass Village
• Emergency resolution for law enforcement services in the Town of Basalt increasing General Fund revenues by $60,000

BOCC Work Session

The Board of County Commissioners held a special work‑session to discuss several legal and operational matters. Topics included legal advice on the Pitkin County Airport, a deed exchange with the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority, a dispute over Nicholson Creek Road, and the recruitment of an interim County Manager. The session also featured updates on airport emissions, runway modernization, and a review of the airport modernization concept and programming. Later, staff presented a community survey and a discussion on salaries for elected officials.

• Legal advice request for Pitkin County Airport compliance with County Code (C.R.S. 24‑6‑402(4)(b))
• RFTA deed exchange for Snowmass Canyon (legal advice under C.R.S. 24‑6‑402(4)(b))
• Nicholson Creek Road / Bear at Door, LLC dispute (legal advice under C.R.S. 24‑6‑402(4)(b))
• Interim County Manager recruitment discussion (personnel under C.R.S. 24‑6‑402(4)(f))
• Review of Concept and Programming report for Airport Modernization

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for January 6, 2026, has been canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

Board of Adjustment

The Pitkin County Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for January 6, 2026, has been canceled. The meeting was set to take place in the Maroon Bells Meeting Room at 530 E Main St in Aspen.

BOCC Work Session

The Board will hold an executive session to discuss legal advice on the Phillips Subdivision Exemption Plat and a flavored tobacco restriction. Staff will give updates on the forest, the dispatch center, and legislative matters. The meeting will conclude with a resolution authorizing a grant application to the FAA for a new passenger terminal at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport.

• Executive session discussion of Phillips Subdivision Exemption Plat for legal advice
• Executive session discussion of flavored tobacco restriction for legal advice
• Forest wide update presentation by Gary Tennenbaum & Brian Glaspell
• Dispatch Center update presentation by Ryan Mahoney & Ann Driggers
• Resolution authorizing submission of a grant application for a new airport terminal