San Miguel County public meetings in 2024
36 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider budget increases for the county and the Solid Waste Disposal District. The meeting includes discussions on land use code amendments, behavioral health grants, and 2025 tax levy certifications.
- Public hearing on increasing 2024 budget appropriations via Resolutions 2024-63 and 2024-64
- Behavioral health grants including $75,569.12 to Tri-County Health Network and $44,000 to Telluride School District for 2025
- Proposed Land Use Code amendments regarding private camping and commercial campgrounds
- Certification of 2025 levies and revenue for all taxing entities
- Grantee agreement with Raices Sin Fronteras for $29,040 annually for 2025, 2026, and 2027
Open Space Commission
The San Miguel County Open Space Commission will approve the minutes from the October 28, 2024 meeting. Commissioners will receive an update on the Bridal Veil Platform project. They will review the 25' meeting schedule and discuss the Angel Tree community program.
- Approval of 10/28/24 meeting minutes
- Bridal Veil Platform Update
- 25' Meeting Schedule
- Angel Tree
Planning Commission
The San Miguel County Planning Commission will meet to discuss updates to the Land Use Code. The body is considering a recommendation to add a section for Excavation and Grading Permits and to amend the section regarding driveways.
- Recommendation for Land Use Code Amendment to add section 5-713 Excavation and Grading Permit
- Recommendation for Land Use Code Amendment to section 5-502 DD, Driveways
Noxious Weed Advisory Board
The board will review 2024 vegetation control and management highlights and discuss the Cost Share Program. Members will also discuss community knowledge and roadblocks to noxious weed enforcement.
- Staff presentation on 2024 Vegetation Control & Management highlights
- Discussion of Cost Share Program
- Discussion on noxious weed enforcement and community knowledge
- Introduction of Assistant Weed Manager Brian Zoran
- Consideration of 2025 meeting dates
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to receive an update from the Tres Rios Field Office and discuss a proposed bill. As this is a work session, formal action cannot be taken on the items.
- Update with the Tres Rios Field Office
- Discussion on the proposed 'Seasonal Employment Protection Act'
Lodging Tax Panel
The San Miguel County Lodging Tax Panel will meet to approve minutes, consider appointing a new member to a two-year term, and review agreements with the Norwood and Telluride tourism boards for 2025.
- Approval of August 13, 2024 minutes
- Re-appointment of John Duncan to a two-year term
- Interview and consideration of appointing Cristina Dickson
- Consideration of 2025 agreement with Norwood Chamber of Commerce
- Consideration of 2025 agreement with Telluride Tourism Board
General
The Board will consider two equipment purchases for the Road and Bridge Department—a 2019 John Deere 624L front‑end loader for $154,500 and a 2017 Larue D45 snowblower for $105,000. It will adopt resolutions to appropriate funds, set the 2025 budget, and levy property taxes for San Miguel County and the Solid Waste Disposal District. Additional items include approving a retail liquor license for M and M Mercantile, an avalanche agreement with Helitrax for the 2024‑25 season, and a housing discussion on the Telluride Ski and Golf Exception Agreement.
- Consider purchase of a 2019 John Deere 624L Front End Loader for $154,500 (Road and Bridge Department)
- Consider purchase of a 2017 Larue D45 Snowblower for $105,000 (Road and Bridge Department)
- Approve retail liquor store license for M and M Mercantile, 240 Front St, Placerville CO
- Approve avalanche agreement with Helitrax for the 2024‑25 season
- Adopt resolutions for 2025 budget, fund appropriations, and property tax levy for county and solid waste district
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold second readings and public hearings for five ordinances covering parking, animals, noise, fire safety, and unsafe buildings. The board will also discuss behavioral health funding for intoxicated individuals and review affordable housing agreements.
- Ordinance 2024-01: Regulating vehicle parking on county roads and right-of-ways
- Ordinance 2024-02: Regulating at large or abandoned animals in unincorporated territory
- Ordinance 2024-03: Regulating motor vehicle noise on public property
- Ordinance 2024-04: Restricting open fires, burning, and fireworks to reduce wildfire danger
- Ordinance 2024-05: Requiring investigation or removal of unsafe buildings
Planning Commission
The San Miguel County Planning Commission will meet on November 14, 2024. Commissioners will consider two separate amendments to the Land Use Code—one addressing cleanup and corrections and another addressing camping regulations. A work session will discuss a proposed amendment establishing grading and excavation requirements. The meeting will also include approval of the previous minutes.
- Amendment to Land Use Code concerning cleanup and corrections
- Amendment to Land Use Code concerning camping regulations
- Work session to discuss amendment establishing grading and excavation requirements
- Approval of Planning Commission minutes
General
The board will hold a public hearing to present the 2025 San Miguel County budget. Commissioners will also discuss the Counties and Commissioners Acting Together policy committees’ legislative priorities. Public comment is allowed on items not on the agenda, limited to three minutes. No formal actions are listed on the agenda.
- Public hearing presentation of the 2025 San Miguel County budget
- Discussion of Counties and Commissioners Acting Together policy committees’ legislative priorities
- Public comment on items not on the agenda (3‑minute limit)
- Administrative matters update from the County Manager
- Manager matters update as needed
General
The San Miguel County Board of Commissioners will hold an intergovernmental meeting on November 12, 2024. The agenda includes discussions of the Telluride Foundation Workforce Down Payment Program, current issues facing the Ute Mountain Tribe, and the 2025 Regional Goals and Objectives. Additional items may be addressed as needed. No formal actions are listed on the agenda.
- Telluride Foundation Workforce Down Payment Program (presentation by Elaine Demas)
- Discussion with Ute Mountain Chairman Manuel Heart on tribe issues (presentation by Art Goodtimes and Manuel Heart)
- Continued discussion of Regional Goals and Objectives for 2025 (presentation by Zoe Dohnal)
- Other items as needed
Historical Commission
The San Miguel County Historical Commission will review the 2025 work plan, discuss the Matterhorn Mill acquisition, and receive updates on the EPA grant and the America 250/Colorado 150 commemoration.
- Approval of July 9, 2024 meeting minutes
- Matterhorn Mill acquisition and tram cable removal
- America 250/Colorado 150 commemoration planning
- EPA grant update for historical site assessment
- Galloping Goose trail bridge project
Board of County Commissioners
The San Miguel County Board of Commissioners will discuss a resolution to provide defense and indemnification for Sheriff Masters, Deputy Colby Wilkerson, and Deputy Michael Donellon. The board will also review the Assessor’s recommendation to deny a tax abatement or refund request for 461 S Pine Street (Mountain Project LLC). Additional items include compensation approvals for the County Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment, and updates on housing and natural‑resources programs.
- Vote on Resolution 2024-47 to indemnify Sheriff Masters, Colby Wilkerson, and Michael Donellon
- Consider Assessor’s recommendation to deny Petition of Abatement or Refund of Taxes for 461 S Pine Street, Mountain Project LLC
- Approve compensation resolutions #2024-48 (County Planning Commission) and #2024-49 (County Board of Adjustment)
- Review Intergovernmental Agreement with Colorado Avalanche Information Center for County Rd. D65, Ophir Road
- Consider request for portion of remaining down‑payment assistance funds from Telluride Foundation for regional housing authority
Open Space Commission
The Open Space Commission will review updates on several projects, including the Valley Floor parking lot and bike path, future plans for the Galloping Goose park, the need for BLM signage at Leopard Creek, the status of the Bridal Veil Falls platform installation, and the Idarado Legacy Trail cleanup contract awarded to Earthworx Excavation. The meeting will discuss project timelines and any required actions.
- Valley Floor parking lot & bike path – project discussion
- Galloping Goose – future park plans update
- Leopard Creek – discussion of needed BLM signage
- Bridal Veil Falls platform – steel I‑beams received; work to resume through Oct. 31
- Idarado Legacy Trail cleanup – Earthworx Excavation contract; work starts Nov. 4 for ~5 days
Board of County Commissioners
The San Miguel County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session on October 23, 2024. No formal policy decisions will be made; the meeting is for staff reports and discussion. Topics include a ballot box at the schoolhouse, Front Street Gate, chip seal road work, a drainage study, signage, and an update on the Down Valley Connector Trail. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Ballot box placement at the Placerville School House
- Front Street Gate project
- Chip seal road maintenance
- Drainage study for local roads
- Update on the Down Valley Connector Trail
Board of County Commissioners
The San Miguel County Board of Commissioners meeting on Oct 16, 2024 will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of recent minutes, vendor payments, and reappointments. The board will hold public hearings and adopt resolutions on land‑use matters, including a lot‑line adjustment for the Fayette Placer subdivision and amendments to the County Land Use Code on family definitions and parking. The finance director will present an overview of the preliminary 2025 budget.
- Approval of September 2024 vendor and payroll payments (Consent Agenda)
- Public hearing on Resolution 2024‑44 for lot‑line adjustment of parcels #452333100002 and #452333100001 in the Fayette Placer subdivision
- Adoption of Resolution 2024‑45 amending the Land Use Code definition of “Family”
- Adoption of Resolution 2024‑46 amending Land Use Code Section 5‑702 on parking
- Overview of the preliminary 2025 county budget by the Finance Director
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a work session to review draft amendments to the Land Use Code. The discussion focuses on creating consistent regulations for campgrounds and RV parks, as well as establishing new standards for grading and drainage permits.
- Proposed use-specific regulations for commercial camping and RV parks across all zone districts
- Draft rules for camping on private property, including requirements for living in RVs during home construction
- Proposed standards to determine when a grading permit is required for site alterations
- General Land Use Code cleanup and corrections
Board of County Commissioners
The San Miguel County Board of Commissioners will review an update from the West Region Wildfire Council and a FY25 funding request. They will hear a presentation of the county's final government‑operations greenhouse‑gases wedge analysis. The board will discuss damage to Imogene Pass and determine next steps. Additional items include a Sheriff's Office personnel pay request and a resolution supporting the Norwood School District 5B bond initiative.
- Update and FY25 funding request from the West Region Wildfire Council
- Presentation of the final San Miguel County government operations greenhouse gases wedge analysis
- Discussion of damage to Imogene Pass and possible actions
- Review of a pay request from the San Miguel County Sheriff’s Office
- Consideration of a resolution and support letter for the Norwood School District 5B bond initiative
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on first readings of five ordinances covering parking, animal control, vehicle noise, fire restrictions, and unsafe buildings. The board is also deciding on non-profit funding for 2025 and housing grants.
- Ordinance 2024-01: Regulating vehicle parking on county roads and right of ways
- Ordinance 2024-02: Regulating at large or abandoned animals
- Ordinance 2024-03: Regulating motor vehicle noise on public property
- Ordinance 2024-04: Restricting open fires, burning, and fireworks
- Ordinance 2024-05: Requiring investigation or removal of unsafe buildings
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss funding recommendations for various non-profits for 2025. The body will also review a Bureau of Land Management recommendation for a water right and ecosystem service payments.
- Discussion of 2025 non-profit funding recommendations
- BLM recommendation for an Instream Flow (ISF) water right in Goat Creek
- Payment for Ecosystem Services discussion with Shavano Conservation District and The Terra Firm
- Colorado Counties Inc. Legislative Committee Commissioner Designation form
Board of County Commissioners
The Board approved the consent agenda items and adopted Resolution 2024-40, amending the Land Use Code to create Article 6, Section 6‑2 for solar energy system regulation. It also ratified an intergovernmental agreement for avalanche training on County Road D65 and approved Resolution 2024-42 supporting Initiative 3A, which proposes a .82% sales tax, a 1.25% lodging tax, and a 1.336 mill levy for regional transportation. Additional actions included approving a hearing‑officer policy for the County Housing Authority and hiring Maura Fahey as County Attorney.
- Adoption of Resolution 2024-40 amending the Land Use Code to regulate solar energy systems
- Ratification of Intergovernmental Agreement with Colorado Avalanche Information Center for avalanche training on County Road D65
- Approval of Resolution 2024-42 supporting Initiative 3A (sales tax .82%, lodging tax 1.25%, mill levy 1.336)
- Approval of hearing‑officer policy authorizing up to three hearing officers for the County Housing Authority
- Approval of employment contract with Maura Fahey for the County Attorney position
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct an executive session. The primary purpose of the session is to discuss the County Attorney position.
- Executive session regarding negotiating strategies and positions for the County Attorney position
Planning Commission
The San Miguel County Planning Commission will consider two Land Use Code amendments: one to define 'Family' and another to update parking requirements. The body will also elect a secretary.
- Consideration of Land Use Code amendment regarding the definition of 'Family'
- Consideration of Land Use Code amendment regarding parking requirements
- Election of a Planning Commission secretary
- Approval of July 11, 2024 minutes
- Review of July 11, 2024 meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners
The San Miguel County Special Board of Commissioners will meet on September 11, 2024 at 12:00 PM. After the call to order and roll call, the board will enter an executive session under C.R.S. 24‑6‑402. In that closed session staff will discuss negotiating strategies, personnel matters, and the County Attorney position. No formal action is expected before the meeting adjourns.
- Executive session (C.R.S. 24‑6‑402) to discuss negotiating strategies and positions
- Executive session discussion of personnel matters per HB 1359
- Executive session discussion of the County Attorney position
Board of County Commissioners
The San Miguel County Board of Commissioners will meet in a special session on September 6, 2024. The meeting is an executive session under C.R.S. 24‑6‑402 to interview County Attorneys Maura Fahey, Jon Cooper, and Matt Peterson. The board will also deliberate and set instructions for negotiators. No public action will be taken during this session.
- County Attorney interview: Maura Fahey (8:00 a.m.)
- County Attorney interview: Jon Cooper (9:00 a.m.)
- County Attorney interview: Matt Peterson (10:00 a.m.)
- Deliberations and instructions to negotiators (11:00 a.m.)
- Executive session governed by C.R.S. 24‑6‑402
Board of County Commissioners
The San Miguel County Board of Commissioners will consider appointments to the Planning Commission and Airport Authority, discuss adopting hearing protocols for the Housing Authority, and approve a proclamation for Janie Goldberg Day.
- Appointment of Planning Commission members and Telluride Regional Airport Authority members
- Consideration of adopting hearing protocols for the San Miguel County Housing Authority
- Approval of Janie Goldberg Day Proclamation
- Consideration of a paving bid for lower Ophir Road
- Approval of a participating agreement with the USDA Forest Service
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will interview candidates for the Planning Commission and County Attorney positions. The body will also discuss state massage licensing mandates and decide on hearing protocols for the San Miguel County Housing Authority.
- Resolution 2024-37 to reallocate a portion of Parks and Open Space mill levy for affordable housing
- Authorization of an award for the Trout Lake culvert repair project
- Adoption of hearing protocols and hiring a hearing officer for the San Miguel County Housing Authority
- Interviews for Planning Commission openings: Robyn Van Gelder, Brian Ahern, Hallie Simpson, and Scott Bennett
- Discussion of Colorado state massage licensing mandates
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment is reviewing a request from the Wilson Mesa Homeowners Association to reduce a front yard setback. The variance is intended to allow the construction of a maintenance shop on a 1.3-acre parcel.
- Proposed reduction of front yard south side setback from 30 feet to 1.5 feet
- Construction of a 720 sq. maintenance shed at 2081 County Road 56L, Wilson Mesa
- Variance request based on steep slopes and wetland areas limiting buildable space
- Review of Resolution 2024-1 regarding Parcel 478106302001
Board of County Commissioners
The San Miguel County Board of Commissioners will approve the July 2024 payroll and vendor payments as part of the consent agenda. They will also approve the June 26, 2024 meeting minutes and consider several administrative matters, including a change to the Telluride Regional Airport Authority board, interviews for Planning Commission candidates, and the creation of a hearing officer position for the County Housing Authority. Additional items include the Chair’s signature on the 2024 Abstract of Assessment and approvals for the Department of Human Services reports.
- Approval of June 26, 2024 meeting minutes (Consent Agenda)
- Authorization of the July 2024 payroll and vendor payments (Consent Agenda)
- Consideration of moving Peter Scoville to a regular seat on the Telluride Regional Airport Authority board
- Discussion and decision on hiring a hearing officer for the San Miguel County Housing Authority
- Consideration of Chair’s signature on the 2024 Abstract of Assessment
Board of County Commissioners
The San Miguel County Board of Commissioners held a work session to receive staff reports and presentations. Topics included a briefing from the Bureau of Land Management field manager, a loss profile from County Technical Services, Inc., and a discussion of the Mill Creek and Deep Creek Mesa public utility districts. Updates were also given on an accessibility project and on county addressing standards. No formal policy decisions were made during this session.
- Introduction of Dan Ben-Horin, Field Manager, Bureau of Land Management, Uncompahgre Field Office
- Presentation of County Technical Services, Inc. work‑comp loss profile
- Discussion of the Mill Creek PUD and Deep Creek Mesa PUD
- Accessibility project update
- Update on addressing standards
Lodging Tax Panel
The San Miguel County Lodging Tax Panel will approve the May 7, 2024 minutes and review the 2024 first‑quarter lodging tax report, which shows $22,518.17 payable to the Telluride Tourism Board and $4,433.40 payable to the Norwood Chamber. The meeting includes updates from the Norwood Chamber of Commerce and the Telluride Tourism Board. Members will discuss amending the panel bylaws to allow three to five members, including a member‑at‑large from Dolores School District R‑3, and the authority to spend district lodging tax funds.
- Approve minutes from the May 7, 2024 meeting
- Review 2024 Q1 lodging tax report with $22,518.17 to Telluride Tourism Board and $4,433.40 to Norwood Chamber
- Update from the Norwood Chamber of Commerce of Wright's Mesa
- Update from the Telluride Tourism Board on lodging metrics and programs
- Consider amendment to bylaws to expand panel to 3‑5 members, adding Dolores School District R‑3 as member‑at‑large
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will hold a public hearing to consider a special use permit for Thor Energy Mining’s Wedding Bell/Radium Hill mineral exploration project in the West End Zone District. The meeting also includes a consent agenda approving several memoranda and reports, and discussion of administrative policies, staff pay, and litigation updates.
- Public hearing: Thor Energy Mining Special Use Permit for Wedding Bell/Radium Hill project (West End Zone District)
- Approval of Chair’s signature on MOU with County Clerk for the 2024 General Election
- Approval of letter of support for Habitat for Humanity home loan rehabilitation program
- Approval of FAA grant offer for Airport Improvement Program at Telluride Regional Airport
- Consideration of San Miguel County Use Tax Policy
General
The San Miguel County Board of County Commissioners will hear public appeals regarding property tax assessments and discuss road maintenance with the Colorado Department of Transportation.
- Public hearings on property tax appeals (CBOE-01 through CBOE-06)
- Discussion with CDOT Planning Team on Project Programming Process
- Discussion of Trout Lake road entrance
- Trout Lake Road paving request
- County Manager and Attorney matters
Board of County Commissioners
The San Miguel County Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes a Homeland Security Grant of $84,000 to fund two generators for the City of Gunnison. It will also approve a Noxious Weed Management Agreement with the Town of Ophir and reappoint Laura Kudo to the Open Space Commission. Additional items include the appointment of Kyle Koehler to the Wilkinson Public Library Board and the Assessor's recommendation to deny several tax‑abatement petitions.
- Approval of $84,000 Homeland Security Grant for two generators for the City of Gunnison
- Approval of Noxious Weed Management Agreement with the Town of Ophir
- Reappointment of Laura Kudo to the Open Space Commission
- Consideration of appointing Kyle Koehler to the Wilkinson Public Library Board Trustee vacancy
- Assessor's recommendation to deny multiple tax‑abatement petitions (e.g., Bart Petrini, Van Taylor, Iron Chalet LLC, Brown)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review proposed amendments to the Land Use Code for Solar Energy Systems. The meeting also includes a Mining Special Use Permit application for the Wedding Bell/Radium Hill Project near the Montrose County Line. Additionally, staff will present updates regarding street naming and numbering standards.
- Amendment to Land Use Code for Solar Energy Systems
- Mining Special Use Permit for Wedding Bell/Radium Hill Project
- Update to Street Naming and Numbering Standards
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will consider a public hearing regarding the Pitchfork exploratory drilling project and several ballot measures. These include proposals to amend commissioner term limits and reallocate mill levy funds toward affordable housing. The agenda also includes updates on property assessments and school district boundary changes.
- Public hearing for Fermi Uranium Corp. Mining Special Use Permit
- Ballot measure to amend County Commissioner term limits
- Ballot measure to reallocate Parks and Open Space mill levy funds for affordable housing
- Amendment to Land Use Code regarding affordable housing definitions
- Resolution to terminate ADU deed restrictions at Aldasoro Ranch