San Miguel County public meetings in 2024

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

The Board approved a Land Use Code amendment adding new standards for non-commercial camping, RV parks, and semi-primitive campgrounds (Resolution 2024-53), passing 2-1 with Commissioner Anne Brown opposed. The board also approved a separate cleanup and corrections amendment to the Land Use Code (Resolution 2024-54) unanimously. Other actions included approving the 2025 county holiday schedule, budget resolutions, and several behavioral health grantee agreements.

• Approved Land Use Code amendment for private camping and commercial campgrounds (2-1)
• Approved Land Use Code cleanup and corrections amendment (3-0)
• Approved 2025 county holiday schedule (3-0)
• Approved 2024 budget appropriation increases for county and solid waste district (3-0)
• Certified 2025 levies and revenue for all taxing entities (3-0)
• Approved transfer from Treasurer's Trust and Agency Funds to General Fund (3-0)
• Approved vacation of lot lines for Wilson Mesa Ranches Filing 6 (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including behavioral health grantee agreements (3-0)

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

The Open Space Commission approved the October 28 meeting minutes unanimously. The Bridal Veil Steps and Platform project was delayed to next spring due to metal procurement delays and early season snow. The Idarado Legacy Trail was damaged by mudslides, and a contractor was hired to clean debris, with remaining work planned for spring. The commission discussed updating county emergency funding policy to include mudslides, and set 2025 meeting dates.

• Approved 10/28/24 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Delayed Bridal Veil Steps project to spring 2025
• Hired contractor for Idarado Legacy Trail debris cleanup
• Set 2025 meeting dates (4th Monday monthly)

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

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

The San Miguel County Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend the Board of County Commissioners adopt amendments to the Land Use Code adding Section 5-713 (Excavation and Grading Permit) and amending Section 5-502 DD (Driveways), with five conditions. The recommendation includes applying standards to all grading activity, moving sections, and adding a condition about not changing historic stormwater flow patterns. Commissioner Gleason abstained from the vote. The commission also approved the November 14 minutes (5-0).

• Approved November 14 minutes (5-0)
• Recommended Land Use Code amendments for excavation/grading permit and driveways (5-0, Gleason abstained)
• Added condition: standards apply to all grading activity on site
• Added condition: grading cannot change historic stormwater flow patterns

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

The San Miguel County Lodging Tax Panel approved the 2025 agreement with the Telluride Tourism Board for tourism promotion within the Telluride R-1 School District. The panel also re-appointed John Duncan and appointed Cristina Dickson to two-year terms. The 2025 agreement with the Norwood Chamber was discussed but not approved, pending final review after budget and goals are available in January. The panel accepted the 2nd quarter 2024 revenue collections as presented.

• Approved 2025 agreement with Telluride Tourism Board (3-0)
• Re-appointed John Duncan to two-year term (2-0)
• Appointed Cristina Dickson to open seat for two-year term (2-0)
• Approved minutes of August 13, 2024 (2-0)
• Accepted 2nd quarter 2024 revenue collections
• Discussed 2025 Norwood Chamber agreement, no vote taken

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'

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

The Board approved the 2025 county budget of $35,082,523 and the Solid Waste Disposal District budget of $89,506, along with corresponding appropriations and property tax levies. The county property tax levy was set at 11.620 mills, generating $14,773,950. The board also approved the 2025 meeting schedule, a $10,000 match for Norwood Water Commission, and two library board appointments.

• Adopted 2025 county budget of $35,082,523 (3-0)
• Adopted 2025 Solid Waste Disposal District budget of $89,506 (3-0)
• Levied 11.620 mills for county property taxes, generating $14,773,950 (3-0)
• Levied 0.403 mills for Solid Waste Disposal District, generating $125,032 (3-0)
• Approved 2025 Board of County Commissioners meeting schedule (3-0)
• Approved $10,000 match for Norwood Water Commission grant (3-0)
• Appointed Todd Bissell to Lone Cone Library Board (3-0)
• Appointed Ken Lukaszewski to Lone Cone Library Board (3-0)

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

The Board of County Commissioners approved five ordinances on second reading, covering vehicle parking on county roads, at-large animals, motor vehicle noise, open fires and fireworks, and unsafe building removal. All votes were 2-0. The unsafe buildings ordinance was initially tabled to clarify civil versus criminal penalties, then approved after a correction. The board also approved consent agenda items, Human Services financials, and a housing authority resolution.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-01 regulating vehicle parking on county roads (2-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-02 regulating at-large or abandoned animals (2-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-03 regulating motor vehicle noise (2-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-04 restricting open fires, burning, and fireworks (2-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-05 on unsafe building removal after clarifying civil penalties (2-0)
• Approved consent agenda including deed restriction and exception agreements (2-0)
• Approved Human Services financial reports (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-52 on housing authority loan default fund uses (2-0)

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

The San Miguel County Planning Commission held a work session to discuss a proposed Land Use Code Amendment regarding Grading and Excavation requirements. No formal decision was made; the item was only discussed and will be considered at a future meeting.

• Discussed proposed Land Use Code Amendment on Grading and Excavation requirements (no action taken)

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

The Board held a public hearing on the proposed 2025 San Miguel County budget, with presentations by the Finance Director, Finance Manager, Assistant County Manager, and County Manager. No formal action was taken on the budget during the meeting. The board also discussed legislative priorities for the Counties and Commissioners Acting Together policy committees, and adjourned with a 2-0 vote.

• Public hearing on 2025 budget opened and closed; no vote taken
• Discussion of Counties and Commissioners Acting Together legislative priorities; no action recorded
• Motion to adjourn passed (2-0)

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

The San Miguel County Historical Commission voted to grant the Wrights Mesa Historical Society an exception to receive $1,500 in POS Community Support Funding in 2025 after missing the 2024 deadline. The commission also discussed updates on the Matterhorn acquisition, EPA grant projects, and the Galloping Goose #4 train, which will not return to Telluride. No other formal votes were taken; most items were informational or discussion-only.

• Approved 7/9/24 meeting minutes (moved by Wontrobski, seconded by Mather)
• Granted Wrights Mesa Historical Society exception for $1,500 POS funding in 2025
• Discussed extending Historic Preservation MOU with USFS in perpetuity (no vote recorded)
• Noted Galloping Goose #4 will not return to Telluride; rails may be donated to commission

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

The Board approved a request for residency and ownership exceptions for a rural affordable housing unit. Other actions included denying a tax abatement petition, approving compensation for county boards, and returning a 4-H position to CSU oversight.

• Approved consent agenda including noxious weed IGA and board reappointments (3-0)
• Denied tax abatement petition for 461 S Pine Street Mountain Project LLC (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-47 for defense and indemnification of Sheriff Masters, Colby Wilkerson and Michael Donellon (3-0)
• Approved $100 administrative fee for Town of Mountain Village open burn permit (3-0)
• Approved compensation for County Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment (3-0)
• Approved returning 4-H employee position to CSU Extension oversight (3-0)
• Approved residency and ownership exceptions for Andrew and Alicia Dines regarding Rural Homes for Sale, For Locals guidelines (3-0)
• Approved two executive sessions for legal advice regarding 2023CV30026 (3-0)

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

The San Miguel County Open Space Commission approved meeting minutes from July and August, and discussed the San Juan Skyway Scenic Byway work plan, emphasizing sustainable tourism. They also reviewed 2025 budget concerns related to a November ballot measure that could reroute mill levy funds to affordable housing, potentially impacting Parks & Open Space budgets. No formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Approved 7/22/24 meeting minutes
• Approved 8/26/24 meeting minutes

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

The Board of County Commissioners approved several land use code amendments, including changes to definitions of 'family' and 'household', parking requirements for small units and ADUs, and a new electric vehicle charging requirement. They also passed a resolution regulating dogs and pet animals, and approved the first reading of an ordinance on at-large or abandoned animals. All votes were unanimous 3-0.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, deed restriction, fair board reappointment, payments, and letters of support (3-0)
• Approved Proclamation 2024-10 for bullying prevention month (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-43 regulating dogs and pet animals (3-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-02 on at-large or abandoned animals (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-44 for lot line adjustment at Fayette Placer (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-45 amending Land Use Code definitions of 'Family' and 'Household' (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-46 amending parking requirements, including EV charging (3-0)
• Approved Human Services financial reports (3-0)

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

The San Miguel County Planning Commission approved the September 12, 2024 minutes (5-0) and held a worksession to discuss draft updates and corrections to the Land Use Code, including the final draft of Solar Regulations. No substantive decisions were made on the amendments; the discussion was informational only.

• Approved September 12, 2024 minutes (5-0)

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

The Board of County Commissioners approved the consent agenda, which included the September 2024 Veterans Service Officer Monthly report. The Board held discussions regarding wildfire council funding, greenhouse gas inventory, Imogene Pass damage, and Sheriff's office compensation. The Board declined to take action on a request for a letter of support regarding the Norwood School District 5B bond initiative.

• Approved September 2024 Veterans Service Officer report (3-0)
• Declined to act on Norwood School District 5B bond initiative support

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

The Board of County Commissioners approved first readings of ordinances on parking, motor vehicle noise, fire restrictions, and unsafe buildings, all on 3-0 votes. An ordinance regulating at-large or abandoned animals (2024-02) and a resolution on nuisance animals and rabies vaccination (2024-43) were continued to a future meeting because of numerous amendments. The Board also approved a $25,000 grant match for a Behavioral Health Planning Grant aimed at restoring a Co-responder program, and approved a consent agenda covering minutes, a legislative committee alternate, and several grant and funding items.

• Approved consent agenda including July-September 2024 minutes, legislative committee alternate, DOLA behavioral health planning grant signature, wildfire mitigation letter of support, 2025 non-profit funding, and Prop 123 housing planning funds ratification (3-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-01 regulating parking on county roads, property, and rights of way as amended, directing publication (3-0)
• Continued Ordinance 2024-02 on at-large or abandoned animals to a future meeting due to numerous amendments
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-03 regulating motor vehicle noise, amended to include all county roads (3-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-04 restricting open fires, burning, and fireworks, directing publication (3-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-05 on investigation or removal of unsafe buildings as amended (3-0)
• Continued Resolution 2024-43 on nuisance animals and rabies vaccination to a future meeting due to numerous amendments
• Approved $25,000 grant match for a Behavioral Health Planning Grant to support a Co-responder program (3-0)

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

The San Miguel County Board of Commissioners held a work session, discussing but not voting on several items. They recommended Anne Brown continue as the Colorado Counties Inc. Legislative Committee Commissioner, with the County Manager as alternate, pending ratification at the next regular meeting. The board also discussed a BLM instream flow water right for Goat Creek, a Payment for Ecosystem Services proposal, and 2025 nonprofit funding recommendations. No formal decisions were made during this work session.

• Recommended Anne Brown continue as Legislative Committee Commissioner, with County Manager as alternate (ratification pending at next regular meeting)
• Discussed BLM instream flow water right recommendation for Goat Creek
• Discussed Payment for Ecosystem Services with Shavano Conservation District and Terra Firm
• Discussed 2025 nonprofit funding recommendations

Open Space Commission

The Open Space Commission approved the July 22 and August 26 meeting minutes. Members discussed the San Juan Skyway Scenic Byway work plan, including new mission and vision statements, and expressed concerns about tourism promotion. They also reviewed 2025 budgets and the upcoming November ballot measure to reroute a portion of the Parks & Open Space Mill Levy to affordable housing, noting potential impacts on facility maintenance funding.

• Approved 7/22/24 meeting minutes
• Approved 8/26/24 meeting minutes
• Discussed San Juan Skyway Scenic Byway work plan (no formal action)
• Discussed mill levy budget concerns and potential 30% cut impact (no formal action)

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

The Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution 2024-40, amending the Land Use Code to add new regulations for solar energy systems, renumbering the definitions article, and making related code changes. The adoption expires the temporary emergency moratorium on commercial solar and major utility projects. The board also approved several administrative items, including a resolution supporting a regional transportation tax ballot initiative.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-40 amending Land Use Code for solar energy system regulations (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda with two items pulled for review (3-0)
• Appointed Leise Durant to the San Miguel County Historical Commission (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-41 revising Administrative Policy Manual on office policies (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-42 supporting Initiative 3A for regional transportation tax increases (3-0)
• Approved hearing officer policy for the Housing Authority (3-0)
• Continued employee housing mitigation fees at 2022 levels (3-0)
• Approved employment contract with Maura Fahey for County Attorney (3-0)

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

The San Miguel County Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting via Zoom, during which they unanimously voted to enter executive session to discuss the County Attorney position under C.R.S. 24-6-402, citing negotiating strategies and personnel matters. After reconvening, they unanimously voted to exit executive session, confirming that only the stated item was discussed. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly thereafter.

• Entered executive session to discuss County Attorney position (3-0)
• Exited executive session, confirming only the stated item was discussed (3-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (3-0)

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

The San Miguel County Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend two Land Use Code amendments to the Board of County Commissioners. The first amendment updates the definition of 'Family' in Article 6. The second amendment updates parking requirements in Section 5-702, including a new electric vehicle charging requirement. Both recommendations were based on findings that they comply with Land Use Code standards.

• Approved July 11, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Elected Matthew Bayma as Secretary (5-0)
• Recommended BOCC approve 'Family' definition amendment (5-0)
• Recommended BOCC approve parking amendment with EV charging requirement (5-0)

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

The board convened a special meeting solely to enter executive session to discuss the County Attorney position, citing negotiating strategies and personnel matters. No substantive decisions were made; the board voted unanimously to enter and exit the session, then adjourned.

• Entered executive session to discuss County Attorney position (3-0)
• Exited executive session after discussing only the stated item (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

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

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting on September 6, 2024, to interview three candidates for the County Attorney position. The board went into executive session under C.R.S. 24-6-402, citing negotiations and personnel matters, and interviewed Maura Fahey, Jon Cooper, and Matt Peterson. After deliberations and instructions to negotiators, the board reconvened and adjourned without taking any substantive action.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for County Attorney interviews (3-0)
• Approved motion to exit executive session, confirming only the stated item was discussed (3-0)

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

The San Miguel County Board of County Commissioners approved an amended special use permit condition for Thor Energy's mineral exploration project extending operating dates through November, and approved multiple board and commission appointments. The Board also proclaimed September 4, 2024 as Janie Goldberg Day and September 2024 as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and awarded a lower Ophir road paving contract not to exceed $180,000.

• Approved consent agenda including a USFS weed coordination agreement, Clerk's deputy assignment, AAA funding support letter, and child welfare records protocol (3-0)
• Appointed Pam Bennett to the Lone Tree Cemetery board for Janie Goldberg's unexpired term (3-0)
• Adopted Proclamation 2024-08 declaring September 4, 2024 as Janie Goldberg Day (3-0)
• Approved Thor Energy Special Use Permit revision to condition #9 extending exploration activities to November 30 in 2024 and 2025 (3-0)
• Appointed John Kirkendoll to the Telluride Regional Airport Authority regular seat and noted Peter Scoville as alternate (3-0)
• Appointed Hallie Simpson (senior alternate) and Robyn Van Gelder (junior alternate) to the Planning Commission (3-0)
• Adopted Proclamation 2024-09 proclaiming September 2024 as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month (3-0)
• Appointed Katey Herland to the San Miguel Basin Fair Board (3-0)

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

The Board of County Commissioners approved a ballot measure and Resolution 2024-37 to reallocate 0.5 of the 1.5 mill Parks and Open Space levy to affordable housing, to be decided by voters on November 5, 2024. The board also authorized a $238,052 contract for the Trout Lake culvert repair and approved a cooperative Forest Road agreement. Interviews for Planning Commission openings and the County Attorney position were conducted, and a housing authority hearing protocol item was continued to September 4.

• Approved ballot measure and Resolution 2024-37 reallocating 0.5 mill levy to affordable housing (3-0)
• Authorized $238,052 contract with Earthworks for Trout Lake culvert repair (3-0)
• Approved chair's signature on cooperative Forest Road agreement (3-0)
• Continued housing authority hearing protocol item to September 4, 2024
• Conducted interviews for Planning Commission and County Attorney openings

Open Space Commission

The Open Space Commission approved minutes from three prior meetings and heard updates on a proposed mining land use code update, new recreation site fees, and the Parks & Open Space budget. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were discussion items only.

• Approved 3/25/24 meeting minutes
• Approved 5/20/24 meeting minutes
• Approved 6/24/24 meeting minutes

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

The Board approved the consent agenda, the Chair's signature on the 2024 Abstract of Assessment, and several social services financial and planning documents. It also discussed but deferred decisions on airport authority and planning commission appointments until September 4, and directed staff to develop housing authority hearing protocols for a future meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including June 26, 2024 minutes and July 2024 payroll/vendor payments (3-0)
• Approved Chair's signature on 2024 Abstract of Assessment (2-0)
• Approved Chair's signature on Social Services financial reports and caseload reports (2-0)
• Approved Chair's signature on Dept of Human Services Core Services Plan 2024-2025 (2-0)
• Deferred decision on TRAA board appointment until all applicants interviewed
• Deferred decision on Planning Commission appointments until September 4, 2024
• Directed staff to develop SMCHA hearing protocols for future meeting

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

This was a work session, not a decision-making meeting, and no formal votes or decisions were taken. The board heard updates on grant applications, a water main break, a bridge closure, and other county matters, and discussed topics including the Mill Creek and Deep Creek Mesa PUDs, accessibility, and addressing standards. The only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed 2-0.

• Adjourned the work session (2-0)

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

The Board of County Commissioners approved a Mining Special Use Permit for Standard Minerals Inc. to conduct uranium exploration drilling on BLM land in the West End zone district, subject to 18 conditions including a $5,000 reclamation bond and activity limited to 2024-2025. The board also approved a use tax policy, an employee milestones policy, and additional funding for the San Miguel Regional Housing Authority. Commissioner Lance Waring was absent; all votes were 2-0.

• Approved Mining Special Use Permit for Standard Minerals Inc. uranium exploration (2-0)
• Approved San Miguel County Use Tax Policy as amended (2-0)
• Approved employee milestones policy as presented (2-0)
• Approved $2,835.41 additional expenditure for San Miguel Regional Housing Authority (2-0)
• Approved consent agenda including election MOU, Habitat for Humanity support letter, USDA compost grant report, veteran's report, and FAA airport grant (2-0)

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

The San Miguel County Board of County Commissioners, sitting as the Board of Equalization, denied five property tax appeals on July 31, 2024, upholding the assessor's valuations in each case. One appeal (CBOE-06 Whitis Colorado LLC) was withdrawn by the petitioner before a hearing. The board also discussed the CDOT project programming process and the Trout Lake Road entrance, and the county manager reported that an RFP for the Trout Lake culvert will be posted.

• Denied appeal CBOE-01 Hein Solomon, upholding $10,374,557 value (3-0)
• Denied appeal CBOE-02 Douglas Cole Trust, upholding $3,591,500 value (3-0)
• Denied appeal CBOE-03 Ann and Carroll McCarthy, upholding $7,827,461 value (3-0)
• Denied appeal CBOE-04 Thomas Kaptur, upholding $3,877,458 value (3-0)
• Denied appeal CBOE-05 Bart and Kylie Petrini, upholding $500,040 value (3-0)
• Withdrawn: CBOE-06 Whitis Colorado LLC petition, no hearing held

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved the August 24, 2023 minutes with two corrections. The variance application for 2091 County Road 56L was not decided; the applicant changed the requested south yard setback from 3 feet to 1.5 feet, requiring new public noticing. A new hearing was scheduled for August 22, 2024.

• Approved August 24, 2023 minutes with two corrections (3-0)
• Postponed variance application for 2091 County Road 56L to August 22, 2024 after setback request changed from 3 ft to 1.5 ft

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)

The Board approved an extension of the logging Special Use Permit for ALC, Inc. at New Beginnings Ranch, allowing log hauling through October 15, 2024, with conditions. The Board also approved the consent agenda, several appointments, and denied most tax abatement petitions while approving one.

• Approved consent agenda including $84,000 for Gunnison generators (2-0)
• Approved Kyle Koehler to Wilkinson Public Library Board (2-0)
• Denied tax abatement for Bart Petrini, ABMT2024-28 (2-0)
• Denied tax abatement for Van Taylor/Petra Domus LLC, ABMT2024-25 (2-0)
• Denied tax abatement for Iron Chalet LLC, ABMT2024-10 (2-0)
• Denied tax abatements for Brown, ABMT2024-5 and ABMT2024-6 (2-0)
• Approved tax abatement for Mulligan Family Trust, ABMT2024-36 (2-0)
• Approved logging SUP extension for ALC, Inc. through Oct 15, 2024 (2-0)

Open Space Commission

The Open Space Commission met but took no formal votes due to lack of quorum. They discussed editing a letter on mining land use updates, mill levy trade-offs, a proposed bike path mural, and project updates. No decisions were made.

• Approval of 5/20/24 minutes not approved due to no quorum
• Discussed editing OSC letter on mining land use code
• Discussed mill levy budget trade-offs and maintenance reallocation
• Discussed commissioning mural for bike path underpass
• Bridal Veil steps: R&B Oilfield Services selected as bidder
• Mill Creek Park: RFP awarded to Dig It Excavation
• Trout Lake water tank RFP out for roofing replacement
• Down Valley Connector Trail pursuing GOCO grant

Board of County Commissioners

The San Miguel County Board of Commissioners holds a work session to review a proposed use-tax policy that may waive fees for community housing, and to discuss current county office hours. No formal decisions will be made; this is an informal deliberation.

• Discussion of San Miguel County Use Tax Policy addressing fee waivers for community housing
• Review of current San Miguel County office hours and days open to the public
• Potential policy on recognition of life milestones for county staff
• Affordable housing updates

The Board of County Commissioners held a work session to discuss potential policies for use tax waivers for community housing and staff life milestone recognition. No formal votes were taken on these policies, and the board requested further discussion with staff regarding office hours.

• Agreed to look into developing a San Miguel County Use Tax Policy
• Supported creating a policy for staff concerning life milestones
• Directed staff to submit the CCAT Survey by the end of the day
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

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

The commission recommended a new Land Use Code for solar energy systems and a mining special use permit for mineral exploration. Both recommendations were passed with 5-0 votes and sent to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Recommended adoption of Solar Energy Systems regulations with a 30-acre medium-scale limit (5-0)
• Recommended limiting large-scale solar permits on private lands to 3 every 5 years (5-0)
• Recommended limiting solar use of prime irrigated agricultural land to 30% or 50% if using agrivoltaics (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Mining Special Use Permit for mineral exploration at Wedding Bell/Radium Hill Project (5-0)
• Approved June 13, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

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

With only two of three commissioners present, the San Miguel County Board of Commissioners approved a Mining Special Use Permit for Fermi Uranium Corp. to explore for uranium and vanadium from up to four drill pads in the Big Gypsum Valley, limited to summer 2024. The Board also approved ballot questions for November 2024 asking voters to extend county commissioner term limits from two to three four-year terms and to reallocate part of the Parks and Open Space mill levy to affordable housing. A decision on updating the Land Use Code's affordable housing definitions was postponed to a September 11 work session. All votes passed 2-0, with Commissioner Lance Waring absent.

• Approved consent agenda, including May 2024 vendor and payroll payments totaling $3,153,299.34 and $1,231,549.88 (2-0)
• Approved Mining Special Use Permit for Fermi Uranium Corp. uranium/vanadium exploration, Big Gypsum Valley, summer 2024 only (2-0)
• Approved ballot question to change commissioner term limits from two to three four-year consecutive terms (2-0)
• Approved submitting ballot language to reallocate part of Parks and Open Space mill levy for affordable housing (2-0)
• Postponed Land Use Code amendment on affordable housing employee/income definitions to Sept 11 work session (2-0)
• Approved special events liquor permit for Telluride Medical Center Foundation, Lot 2R Golden Ledge (2-0)
• Approved Rico-area deed restriction exception process for owners annexed into Telluride School District, fees waived (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-36 ratifying refunds of Aldasoro Ranch mitigation and ADU fees and releasing ADU deed restrictions (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider a $39,666 contribution to the Shed youth hangout space in Telluride. They will also discuss open space and affordable housing requirements for the Mill Creek Park project. Additionally, the board will review several resolutions regarding legal defense and indemnification.

• $39,666 contribution to the Shed youth hangout space
• $24,900 agreement for County Attorney recruitment
• Agreement with R and B Oilfield for Bridal Veil Trail stairs and platform
• Discussion on Mill Creek Park project open space and housing dedications
• Request for county funds to cover Strong Start mill levy shortfall

The San Miguel County Board of Commissioners approved two resolutions granting defense and indemnification to Sheriff Masters and seven others, and to Carol Friedrich and Jill Betz, under Colorado's governmental immunity law. The board also approved a $45,860 contribution to the Shed youth hangout space in Telluride, opted out of requiring county authorizations for ambulance providers, and approved a $24,900 contract for a County Attorney executive search. Several items were discussed without decisions, including the Mill Creek Park project and a Strong Start funding request.

• Approved Resolution 2024-28 for defense and indemnification of Sheriff Masters, Melony Hemphill, Tiffany Ann, Nathan Ketner, Melinda Barrows, Kip Albanese, Caitlin Bills and Nicholas Xavier (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-29 for defense and indemnification of Carol Friedrich and Jill Betz (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-31 to opt out of requiring authorizations for ambulance service providers on or after July 1, 2024, and repeal Resolution 1990-47 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-27 updating Section 1-6 of the Administrative Policy Manual on employee indemnification (3-0)
• Approved $45,860 additional contribution to the Shed youth hangout space, including $39,666 for tenant improvements and $6,194 for 2024 operating expenses (3-0)
• Approved backfill of the Early Childhood Education and Mental Health Fund to .75 mill levy levels (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, road report, five deed restrictions, Bridal Veil Trail stairs agreement, and $24,900 County Attorney search contract (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-30 granting the County Attorney's Office informed consent to use listserv resources (3-0)

Open Space Commission

The Open Space Commission met on June 24, 2024, but did not take any formal actions because a quorum was not present. The commission received updates on soil health projects, the Mill Creek Park development, and the upcoming construction of the Bridal Veil stairs and platform.

• Approval of 5/20/24 meeting minutes tabled due to lack of quorum

Planning Commission

The San Miguel County Planning Commission will review a mining special use permit for the Pitchfork Project involving exploratory uranium drilling. The commission will also consider adopting the East End Master Plan and continue discussions on affordable housing code amendments. One land use application for a wedding venue was cancelled.

• Mining Special Use Permit for the Pitchfork Project (uranium exploration)
• Adoption of the East End Master Plan
• Land Use Code amendment regarding affordable housing qualifications
• Cancellation of Silver Pick Ranch wedding venue application

The Planning Commission adopted the East End Master Plan, replacing the previous Telluride Regional Area Master Plan. The commission also recommended approval of a mining special use permit for Fermi Uranium Corp's Pitchfork Project and forwarded a proposed amendment to affordable housing provisions to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Adopted East End Master Plan as element of Comprehensive Development Plan (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Mining Special Use Permit for Fermi Uranium Corp (4-1)
• Forwarded Land Use Code amendment for affordable housing to BOCC with stakeholder recommendation (5-0)
• Changed future land use designation of Zoline parcel A to Low Density (4-0)
• Renamed Future Land Use 'Opportunities' Map to Future Land Use 'Map' (5-0)
• Approved May 9, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Approved Proclamation 2024-02 recognizing M.J. Schillaci's service (6-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss updates to the Natural Resources plan and policy. The meeting also includes a listening session for residents in the Placerville area to discuss local issues. No formal decisions are made during this work session.

• Natural Resources plan and policy discussion
• Listening session for Placerville area residents

The Board conducted a work session featuring a listening session for Placerville area residents and an update on the Natural Resources plan and policy. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review land use applications for the La Sal Vista Subdivision and a lot line adjustment in Fall Creek Subdivision 2. The meeting also includes discussions on forest plan comments and environmental assessments for the Sunday Mine Complex. Additionally, the board will consider purchasing a $71,100 tractor for the Road and Bridge Department.

• Rezoning of 14.6 acres for La Sal Vista Subdivision Preliminary Plan
• $71,100 purchase of a 2018 Kenworth T880 Day-cab Tractor
• Lot line adjustment and vacation for Fall Creek Subdivision 2
• Appointment of Linnea Edwards as Human Services Director
• Renewal of Retail Beer Liquor License for SMCS LLC in Telluride

The Board approved the rezoning of a 14.6-acre parcel to Wright’s Mesa Light Industrial and approved the La Sal Vista Preliminary Subdivision plan. Other actions included appointing a new Human Services Director and authorizing a vehicle purchase for the Road and Bridge Department.

• Approved rezoning of La Sal Vista property to Wright's Mesa Light Industrial (3-0)
• Approved La Sal Vista Preliminary Subdivision plan with 16 conditions (3-0)
• Appointed Linnea Edwards as Human Services Director effective July 1, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved $71,100 purchase of a 2018 Kenworth T880 Day-cab Tractor (3-0)
• Approved lot line adjustment and vacation for Fall Creek Subdivision 2 (3-0)
• Approved extension of MOU with Tri-County Health Network for Behavioral Health Fund Administration (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-26 updating Administrative Policy Manual Section 3-4 (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including noxious weed agreements and liquor license renewal (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss various county matters. Discussion topics include the Strong Start annual report, noxious weed treatment resources, and the Mill Creek Park project.

• Presentation of the Annual report of the Early Childhood Education Ballot Measure known as Strong Start
• Update with the Tres Rios Field Office
• Discussion on potential resources to treat Noxious Weeds
• Discussion of the Mill Creek Park project
• Review and discussion of County Ordinances regarding parking, nuisance animals, rabies vaccination, and firearms

This was a work session, so no policy decisions or ordinances were approved. Commissioners discussed the Strong Start early childhood education report, Tres Rios field operations, noxious weeds, and the Mill Creek Park project, with several items deferred to future meetings. The only formal vote was to enter and exit a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters in the Attorney's office.

• Approved entry into executive session for personnel matters (3-0)
• Approved exit from executive session (3-0)
• Approved adjournment (3-0)
• Mill Creek Park project discussion tabled for future meeting
• County ordinance review tabled for future meeting

Open Space Commission

The commission will review updates regarding the P-Pack deployment and the OAG Management Plan. Discussion also includes the East End Master Plan, Bridal Veil Parcels conservation management, and Mill Creek Park.

• P-Pack update including 400 pheromone packet deployments
• OAG Use Management Plan draft review
• East End Master Plan discussion
• Bridal Veil Parcels D&E Conservation Management Plan 3rd draft review
• Telluride Tourism Bureau summer regional maps

The Commission reviewed draft management plans for OA Greagor and Bridal Veil parcels, noting concerns about commercial use and stewardship credit. They discussed the Mill Creek Park parcel, where commissioners are exploring affordable housing feasibility despite its deed as park land. The group also debated potential updates to the land use code regarding increased mining applications in the west end.

• 3/25/24 meeting minutes not approved due to inaccuracies
• East End Master Plan draft finalized for adoption on June 13th
• Bridal Veil Parcels draft management plan reviewed with comments on ice climbing commercial use
• OA Greagor Management Plan updated with purpose statement and ecosystem details
• Mill Creek Park RFP rebid received no bids; commissioners to discuss land use next week
• Mining land use code update proposed for discussion by OSC

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding a mining special use permit and updates to the Land Use Code. The body will also consider housing exceptions, a tax waiver for Mountain Village, and a change in county management roles.

• Public hearing for Highbury Resources Inc, Slick Rock Project Mining Special Use Permit
• Public hearing for Land Use Code amendments concerning Mine Hazards and the Community Housing (CH) Zone District
• Request from Town of Mountain Village to waive 1% use tax for Lot 644, Meadowlark
• Proposed elimination of Special Projects Director role to recreate Assistant County Manager position
• Agreement with Goff Engineering and Surveying for Lawson Hill Trail project design

The Board approved a special use permit for mineral exploration in the Slick Rock area and adopted a new Land Use Code section on mining hazards. They tabled a proposed amendment to the Community Housing zone to form a task force, while approving exceptions to deed restrictions for two affordable housing residents. The Board also authorized personnel changes, eliminating the Special Projects Director role to recreate the Assistant County Manager position.

• Approved Lawson Hill Trail design agreement with Goff Engineering (3-0)
• Denied tax abatement petition for Jaime Mastrobuoni (3-0)
• Approved Mining Special Use Permit for Highbury Resources in Slick Rock (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-20 adding Section 5-712 Mining Hazards to Land Use Code (3-0)
• Tabled Community Housing Zone amendment to create a CH Zone Task Force (3-0)
• Approved lot line adjustments for Running Horse Ranch and San Juan Ranches (3-0)
• Approved deed restriction exception for Benjamin Gardner and Shaylynn Serleth (3-0)
• Approved Leave of Absence for Susan Knechtel in Rio Vista II (3-0)

Historical Commission

The San Miguel County Historical Commission will discuss community benefit options for the Matterhorn Mill MOA. The body will also review the progress of mapping the county's historical markers and plan future hikes.

• Matterhorn Mill MOA community benefit options including historical signage, school curriculum, and cable reuse
• Progress report on mapping county historical markers
• Strategies to create a historical marker inventory

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to recommend amendments to the Land Use Code regarding affordable housing. The body will discuss updates to initial qualification, ongoing compliance, and the implementation of fines.

• Recommendation to amend Land Use Code Sections 5-1304, 5-1305, and 5-1306 regarding affordable housing

The San Miguel County Planning Commission voted 2-2 on a motion to approve amendments to Land Use Code Sections 5-1304, 5-1305 and 5-1306 updating affordable housing qualification, compliance and fines; the motion failed. The commission then voted 4-0 to continue the application to June 13, 2024. Chair Lee Taylor recused himself from the Land Use Code update, and member Matthew Bayma was not required to recuse despite living in deed-restricted housing, after County Attorney Amy Markwell said she saw no conflict of interest. The commission also approved the April 4, 2024 minutes 5-0.

• Approved April 4, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Motion to approve Land Use Code Sections 5-1304, 5-1305, 5-1306 affordable housing amendments failed 2-2
• Continued the Land Use Code amendment application to June 13, 2024 (4-0)
• Chair Lee Taylor recused himself from the Land Use Code update
• No recusal required for Matthew Bayma over deed-restricted housing residence; county attorney saw no conflict

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners and the Planning Commission will hold a joint work session to discuss solar regulations. No formal decisions will be made during this session; it is for staff direction only.

• Solar Education Workshop presentation by EcoAction Partners
• Joint work session with Planning Commission regarding solar regulations

Lodging Tax Panel

The San Miguel County Lodging Tax Panel will review lodging tax reports and updates from the Norwood Chamber and Telluride Tourism Board. The panel will also consider a $1,000 annual financial request from the Unaweep Tabeguache Scenic Byway Council for 2024.

• $1,000 annual budget request by Unaweep Tabeguache Scenic Byway
• Review of Lodging Tax Reports
• Update with the Norwood Chamber
• Update with the Telluride Tourism Board

The panel reviewed a financial report showing 2023 lodging tax collections. The report lists $145,405.63 payable to the Mountain Town Initiative and $13,519.69 payable to the Norwood Chamber. No new decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded in the provided text.

• Reviewed 2023 lodging tax revenue collections report

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several noxious weed management agreements and a liquor permit for the Norwood Roping and Gymkhana Club. The meeting includes discussions on the Dolores River National Conservation Area/Monument, proposed solar regulations, and mining exploration applications.

• Noxious Weed Management Agreements with Telluride Airport, Lone Cone Library, and Town of Mountain Village
• Special Events Permit for Norwood Roping and Gymkhana Club to serve liquor July 26-27, 2024
• Memorandum of Understanding with Montezuma Water for Egnar Water Dock operation
• Deed Restriction and Covenant for 110 Timberline Ct
• Appointment of Mikael Madsen as San Miguel County Veterans Service Officer

The Board approved a special events liquor permit for the Norwood Roping and Gymkhana Club and ratified the appointment of a new Veterans Service Officer. The Board also approved several noxious weed management agreements and corrected the employee handbook regarding vacation accrual.

• Approved Special Events Permit for Norwood Roping and Gymkhana Club to serve liquor July 26-27, 2024 (3-0)
• Ratified appointment of Mikael Madsen as San Miguel County Veterans Service Officer (3-0)
• Approved Noxious Weed Management Agreements with Telluride Airport, Lone Cone Library, and Town of Mountain Village (3-0)
• Approved correction to Resolution 2024-07 regarding employee vacation accrual eligibility (3-0)
• Approved March 2024 Payroll and Vendor Payments (3-0)
• Approved Amended & Restated Deed Restriction and Covenant for 110 Timberline Ct (3-0)
• Accepted March 2024 Road Report (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss extending an emergency moratorium on commercial solar and major utility projects. The meeting includes a public hearing on a 39-acre rezoning request for an RV park and the purchase of road equipment.

• Public hearing for rezoning a 39-acre parcel (PIN #429526200003) for an RV park
• Resolution 2024-15 to extend emergency moratorium on commercial solar and major utility projects
• Purchase of a 2015 Freightliner M-2-106 water truck for $86,999
• Purchase of a 2019 XL specialized 110HDG Lowboy Trailer for $75,695.00
• Special Events Permit for Norwood Parks and Recreation District to serve liquor on June 16 and August 11, 2024

The Board extended the emergency moratorium on commercial solar and major utility projects through November 15, 2024. They also approved a rezoning and special use permit for a two-phase RV park on a 39-acre parcel. Additionally, the Board authorized several equipment purchases for the Road and Bridge Department.

• Extended commercial solar and major utility project moratorium to Nov 15, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved rezoning of 39-acre parcel (PIN #429526200003) to Wright’s Mesa Rural Agricultural (2-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for Demian Brooks RV Park (2-0)
• Approved $86,999 purchase of 2015 Freightliner water truck (3-0)
• Approved $75,695 purchase of 2019 XL specialized Lowboy Trailer (3-0)
• Approved extension of Logging Special Use Permit for ALC, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-12 updating Employee Handbook parental leave (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-09 updating Administrative Policy Manual (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for a nursery and retail project and review a mineral exploration drilling program. The body will also consider two land use code amendments regarding community housing and mining hazards.

• Public hearing for greenhouse/nursery with retail at 772 CR 44Z N
• Slick Rock Mineral Exploration drilling program by Highbury Resources Inc.
• Proposed amendment to Land Use Code Section 5-324 Community Housing (CH) zone
• Proposed new Land Use Code Section 5-712 Mining Hazards

The commission approved a special use permit for a retail nursery and recommended several land use code amendments to the Board of County Commissioners. These recommendations include updates to the Community Housing Zone District and the addition of mining hazard standards.

• Approved Special Use Permit for Wild Iris Greenhouse and Gardens retail nursery (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Mining Special Use Permit for Highbury Resources Inc. mineral exploration (3-2)
• Recommended approval of Community Housing Zone District amendments to limit density to 15 units per acre (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of Land Use Code Section 5-712 regarding Mining Hazards (5-0)
• Approved March 14, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider updates to affordable housing regulations in Pinion Park and various infrastructure agreements. The meeting includes decisions on road maintenance contracts and updates to the county employee handbook.

• Contract with Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction Company for Applebaugh Bridge construction
• Agreement with Asphalt Systems Inc. for chip seal projects
• Hardware purchase from Motorola Solutions for the Sheriff's Office
• Special Events Permit for Placerville Volunteer Fire Department on August 3, 2024
• Amendments to Rural Homes: For Sale, For Locals affordable housing guidelines in Pinion Park

The Board approved new income eligibility tiers and increased AMI limits for unsold Pinion Park housing units. It also adopted a policy for calculating solar system costs during home resales and updated the County Administrative Policy Manual and Employee Handbook.

• Approved new AMI Tiers 3 (160%) and 4 (180%) for affordable housing (3-0)
• Approved increasing maximum AMI limits on 6 unsold Pinion Park units (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-06 regarding solar system cost accounting for Pinion Park (3-0)
• Denied exception requests from Matthew Lagoe and Lia Cristadoro regarding deed restrictions (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-08 updating Administrative Policy Manual sections 5-1.1 and 5-4 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-07 amending Employee Handbook sections 1.01 and 3.02 (3-0)
• Approved 2023 tax abatement petition #2024-16 for Berman Buckskin Ranch LLC (3-0)
• Approved Special Events Permit for Placerville Volunteer Fire Department (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission and Board of County Commissioners are discussing draft regulations for solar energy systems. The body is reviewing proposed zoning districts, permit review processes, and impact mitigation standards for different scales of solar projects.

• Proposed reduction of the threshold between Large and Medium-Scale solar systems from 20 acres to 10 acres
• Proposed Two-Step Review (CPC and BOCC) for all Medium-Scale and Large-Scale solar projects
• Proposed 50-foot minimum setback to property lines
• Proposed increase of visual impact assessment distance from 1/2 mile to 1 mile for Large-Scale facilities
• Proposed requirement for a public hearing to transfer Large-Scale and Medium-Scale permits to new operators

Open Space Commission

The San Miguel County Open Space Commission will review a proposal for a story walk at Down Valley Park and discuss a new application for Slick Rock Mining. The body will also receive updates on Gunnison Sage Grouse conservation and the San Juan Skyway stakeholder committee.

• Proposal for a story walk at Down Valley Park in collaboration with Wilkinson Public Library
• Application for Slick Rock Mining
• Update on Gunnison Sage Grouse Conservation Efforts
• Discussion regarding the San Juan Skyway stakeholder committee meeting on March 27th
• Public comment update for DVCT FS

The commission approved the February 26 meeting minutes and agreed to fast-track a letter to the Planning Department regarding a mining permit application. Members discussed a proposed story walk at Down Valley Park and provided updates on the Down Valley Connector Trail public comment process.

• Approved 2/26/24 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Agreed to expedite letter to Planning Department regarding Slick Rock Mining application

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding property line adjustments off county road M60. The body will also review 2024 work plans for Parks and Open Space and the Historical Commission.

• Public hearing for subdivision exemption for lot line adjustments between Parcel #456328100055 and Parcel #456328100052
• Agreement with Western Gravel, LLC for Ophir Road avalanche debris removal
• Agreement with Ayres Associates, Inc for environmental services for historic sites
• Funding supplement and amendment for the gondola project development phase
• Consideration of a Budget and Financial Management Policy

The San Miguel County Board of Commissioners approved a Subdivision Exemption for Lot Line Adjustments between Parcel #456328100055 (First National Placer, 20 acres) and Parcel #456328100052 (Planet Millsite, 4.9 acres) off County Road 60M (Silver Pick Road), adopting Resolution 2024-04. The approval is conditioned on the applicants submitting a final plat that complies with Land Use Code requirements and addresses 16 review comments from the County Surveyor. The Board also approved routine consent agenda items, a behavioral health panel appointment, a climate action support letter, Human Services financials, and two administrative policies, and authorized the Chair's signature on a SMART gondola cost-sharing amendment. The Board entered executive session to discuss the Lawson Hill-Ilium Parcel next to the Sheriff's Annex; no action was reported afterward.

• Approved Subdivision Exemption for Lot Line Adjustments between Parcel #456328100055 and #456328100052 off County Road 60M, adopting Resolution 2024-04 (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda with item 6.e. pulled for later discussion (3-0)
• Appointed Shelly Spalding to the Behavioral Health Solutions Panel representing Axis Health Solutions (3-0)
• Approved a letter of support for the Colorado Local Climate Action Accelerator program with edits (3-0)
• Approved Department of Human Services financials as presented (3-0)
• Approved Chair's signature on SMART 2024 Funding Supplement and IGA amendment for gondola project cost-sharing (3-0)
• Approved Section 5-4 Disposal of County Property policy, with a resolution to follow on April 3, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved Budget and Financial Management Policy with addition referencing elected officials, resolution planned for April 3, 2024 (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission held a worksession to discuss and edit the Draft East End Master Plan. The body also reviewed a land use application for the La Sal Vista subdivision and an annual review for a special use permit.

• Recommended approval of Preliminary Subdivision Plan and rezoning for La Sal Vista property
• East End Master Plan worksession regarding draft text and maps
• Annual Review for Ashley Stories, Special Use Permit for Social and Scenic Use at lot 2R, Golden Ledge Permit

The San Miguel County Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend that the Board of County Commissioners approve rezoning a 39-acre parcel at 40485 Highway 145 from Wright's Mesa (WM) to Wright's Mesa Rural Agricultural (WMRA), and voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a Special Use Permit for an RV/travel trailer park on the same property. The recommendations now go to the Board of County Commissioners for final decision. In a separate afternoon work session on the Draft East End Master Plan, the Commission directed staff to change the Future Land Use classification for Diamond Ridge to Low Density and to send the amended draft to Design Workshop for compilation of a final draft.

• Approved February 8, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Recommended BOCC approve rezoning of 40485 Highway 145 to Wright's Mesa Rural Agricultural (WMRA) (5-0)
• Recommended BOCC approve RV/Travel Trailer Park Special Use Permit with 21 conditions (5-0)
• Accepted friendly amendments capping total occupancy at 200 guests at buildout, 125 for Phase I, and requiring the dog run on the plan (5-0)
• Rejected friendly amendment to cap extended stay at 25 persons
• Directed staff to change Diamond Ridge Future Land Use classification to Low Density in the Draft East End Master Plan

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss crisis services and personnel policies. The body is seeking staff direction on vacation accrual and parental leave benefits, and reviewing a draft budget policy.

• Discussion with Axis Health Systems regarding co-responder programs
• Proposed change in policy for vacation hour accrual rates based on years of service
• Proposed change in policy for paid parental leave benefits
• Presentation of the draft budget policy
• Executive session regarding litigation update for case number 23-cv-02048

The board conducted a work session to discuss co-responder programs, employee handbook policies, and a draft budget policy. No final decisions were made on these items, and several were deferred to future meetings.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for legal advice (3-0)
• Approved motion to exit executive session (3-0)
• Consensus to defer decision on vacation hour accrual rates to a future meeting
• Deferred decision on paid parental leave benefits to a future meeting
• Deferred final adoption of draft budget policy to a future meeting

General

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a temporary moratorium on mining special use permits and the Revised 2023 Telluride Regional Airport Master Plan. The body is also considering the de-annexation of a parcel from the Town of Telluride and several emergency medical funding requests.

• Proposed temporary moratorium on special use permits for mining and mineral exploration
• De-annexation of Parcel D in the Sunset Ridge HOA from the Town of Telluride
• WRETAC funding requests: $3,708.50 for Norwood Fire Protection District, $3,650.58 for Telluride Regional Medical Center, and $3,750 for Uncompahgre Medical Center
• Revised 2023 Telluride Regional Airport Master Plan update and Resolution 2024-03
• Liquor license renewals for Alpino Vino and The Blue Jay (The Bivvi)

The San Miguel County Board of County Commissioners approved several items on March 6, 2024, including a consent agenda, two board appointments, and a letter supporting the de-annexation of Parcel D in the Sunset Ridge HOA from the Town of Telluride back to unincorporated county land. The board also adopted the Revised 2023 Telluride Regional Airport Master Plan update and Resolution 2024-03 with conditions, and approved a professional services agreement with the West Region Wildfire Council. On mining, the board agreed to continue revising current mining regulations and not pursue a moratorium at this time.

• Approved consent agenda as presented (3-0), including the Zero Food Print compost agreement, January 17 and January 31 minutes, December 2023 and January 2024 payroll and vendor payments, three WRETAC funding requests, the February 2024 Veterans Service Officer report, and two liquor license renewals
• Approved Jennie Thomas as a member of the Behavioral Health Solutions panel (3-0)
• Approved Kimberleigh Campbell to the Lone Cone Public Library Board of Trustees (3-0)
• Agreed to continue revising current mining regulations and not pursue a moratorium at this time
• Approved and informed the Town of Telluride that the BOCC supports de-annexation of Parcel D in the Sunset Ridge HOA back to unincorporated San Miguel County (3-0)
• Approved the Revised 2023 Telluride Regional Airport Master Plan update and Resolution 2024-03 with three conditions (3-0)
• Approved a Professional Services Agreement with the West Region Wildfire Council (3-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review 2023 year-end reports for USFS ranger programs and discuss a tax abatement petition. The board is also considering an appeal regarding the residential status of Bachman Village 14 LLC and a contract amendment for the Applebaugh bridge replacement.

• Discussion on appealing the 2023BAA1950 decision regarding residential/contiguous status for Bachman Village 14 LLC
• Consideration of Abatement Petition #ABMT2023-63 for Bermin Buckskin Ranch for 2021 and 2022 taxes
• Approval of Second Amendment to Independent Contractor Agreement with SEH, Inc for Applebaugh replacement bridge
• Review of US Forest Service Alpine Ranger and Recreation Ranger 2023 Year-End Reports
• Discussion on website accessibility updates

The Board voted 3-0 to appeal a decision granting residential status to Bachman Village 14 LLC. They also approved a tax abatement for Berman Buckskin Ranch LLC totaling $453,590 for 2021 and 2022. Additionally, the Board authorized a second amendment to the Applebaugh Bridge engineering contract and agreed to combine USFS ranger programs.

• Approved petition for judicial review of Bachman Village 14 LLC tax status (3-0)
• Approved tax abatement for Berman Buckskin Ranch LLC for 2021-2022 (3-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to SEH, Inc. contract for Applebaugh Bridge (3-0)
• Consensus to combine USFS Recreation and Alpine Ranger programs into one agreement
• Consensus to allocate $40,791 for Sheriff's office hiring bonuses
• Consensus to prioritize accessibility for frequently downloaded public documents
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Open Space Commission

The San Miguel County Open Space Commission will discuss the Parcels D&E Conservation Easement and trail proposals from the Telluride Mountain Club. The body will also receive an update on the Skyway CMP.

• Overview of Parcels D&E Conservation Easement
• Telluride Mountain Club trail proposals
• Skyway CMP update

The Commission approved the December 18, 2023, meeting minutes with edits. The remainder of the meeting consisted of discussions regarding conservation easement management, trail projects, and the San Juan Byway Corridor Management Plan.

• Approved 12/18/23 meeting minutes with edits (Unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to receive updates on various county departments. The agenda consists of general updates and administrative matters; the document notes that formal action cannot be taken at work sessions.

• Affordable housing updates
• Public health and environment updates
• Human services updates
• Natural resources and climate resilience updates
• Parks and open space matters

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider appointments to the Historical Commission and San Miguel Basin Fair Board. The body will also discuss a request to add a Corrections and Communications Specialist Sergeant position and a housing leave of absence request.

• Request to add a Corrections and Communications Specialist (CCS) Sergeant position replacing a deputy position
• Request for a leave of absence from 305 Society Drive, Unit C1 in Rio Vista II, Lawson Hill from May 2024 to May 2027
• Letter of interest for the conveyance and acquisition of the Matterhorn Mill Structure
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Montrose County regarding San Miguel Basin Extension office for 2024
• Letter of support for SMART's RAISE grant application for gondola capital reconstruction

The Board of County Commissioners approved several appointments to the Historical Commission and San Miguel Basin Fair Board. They granted a conditional leave of absence for a resident in the Lawson Hill subdivision and approved various administrative reports and agreements.

• Approved consent agenda including reappointments to Historical Commission and Fair Board (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Matt Steen to Historical Commission first alternate seat (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Alexandra Thompson to San Miguel Basin Fair Board (3-0)
• Approved extension of Fairgrounds use for Juvenile Services Safe and Sober party until 2:30 a.m. on April 20, 2024 (3-0)
• Deferred decision on Sheriff's office request for CCS Sergeant position pending cost analysis
• Approved Human Services financial reports and Colorado Works MOU (3-0)
• Approved conditional leave of absence for Marissa Mattys from May 2024 to May 2027 (3-0)
• Approved letter of congratulations to Dilyn Alexander for National 4-H Conference (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to receive updates on county business. This session is for discussion and reporting; no formal policy-making decisions may be made.

• Discussion on the current and future state of County code enforcement activities
• Discussion with San Miguel County poet laureate Joanna Yonder
• Update from Special Projects Director Jarrod Biggs

The San Miguel County Board of Commissioners held a work session on February 14, 2024. No minutes were taken and no motions were made; the meeting adjourned at 10:50 a.m. The board discussed the county poet laureate program and received an update on code enforcement, where the minutes state the board was supportive of moving forward with recommendations that were spoken of. Staff also noted county offices would be closed Monday, February 19 for President's Day and that a Coffee with a Commissioner was scheduled.

• No motions were made; work session only, no formal decisions recorded
• Board expressed support for moving forward with code enforcement recommendations discussed (no vote recorded)
• Received update on the county poet laureate program (no action recorded)
• Noted county offices closed Monday, February 19 for President's Day

Planning Commission

The San Miguel County Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend the Board of County Commissioners approve the La Sal Vista Preliminary Subdivision Plan and a rezoning to Wrights Mesa Light Industrial (WMLI), with 13 conditions. The commission also approved conditions for AB Legacy's special use permit for a social and scenic use at lot 2R, Golden Ledge, requiring a development permit and fire marshal-approved safety plan. Earlier, the commission approved the January 11, 2024 minutes 6-0. The meeting ended with a worksession on Chapter 4 of the East End Master Plan; no decisions were made on that plan.

• Approved January 11, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Recommended approval of La Sal Vista Preliminary Subdivision Plan with 13 conditions (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning La Sal Vista property to Wrights Mesa Light Industrial (5-0)
• Approved conditions for AB Legacy special use permit: development permit and fire marshal-approved safety plan (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a preliminary subdivision plan and a rezoning request for a 14.64-acre parcel west of Norwood. The body will also conduct a work session regarding the East End Master Plan in Telluride.

• Preliminary Subdivision and rezone from WM to WMLI for La Sal Vista Subdivision at 41923 State Highway 145
• Annual review of Social and Scenic Uses Special Use Permit for AB Legacy Ltd at Lot 2R, Golden Ledge
• East End Master Plan work session

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss mill rates and revenue allocation for the Behavioral Health Solutions Panel and review the Down Valley Connector Trail Feasibility Study. The meeting includes several consent items regarding ambulance licensing and grant applications.

• Approval of 3 ambulance licenses for Norwood Fire Protection District and 6 for Telluride Fire Protection District
• Cooperative road agreement with Placer Valley Village Home Owner's Association for county road P55
• DOLA Justice Equity Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) Administrative Planning Grant application
• Colorado Parks and Wildlife Impact Assistance Grant application
• Discussion on 2024 mill rate and revenue allocation for the Behavioral Health Solutions Panel

The Board approved ambulance licenses for Norwood and Telluride Fire Protection Districts and authorized the return of earned interest to the Mental Health Services and ECAP funds. The Board also approved a cooperative road agreement for county road P55.

• Approved 3 ambulance licenses for Norwood Fire Protection District
• Approved 6 ambulance licenses for Telluride Fire Protection District
• Approved cooperative road agreement for county road P55 (3-0)
• Approved MOU with Tri-County Health Network for Behavior Health System Coordination (3-0)
• Approved allocating earned interest back to the Mental Health Services Fund (3-0)
• Approved allocating earned interest back to the ECAP fund (3-0)
• Approved Colorado Parks and Wildlife Impact Assistance Grant application
• Approved DOLA Justice Equity Diversity and Inclusion grant application

Lodging Tax Panel

The San Miguel County Lodging Tax Panel is meeting to review 2023 lodging tax reports and discuss tourism promotion. The body is considering a 2024 agreement with the Norwood Chamber of Commerce for tourism marketing within the Norwood R-2 School District.

• Consideration of 2024 Agreement with Norwood Chamber of Commerce for tourism promotion in Norwood R-2 School District
• Review of 2023 Lodging Tax Reports
• Update from the Telluride Tourism Board
• Approval of November 9, 2023 meeting minutes

The panel reviewed marketing priorities including the hiring of Cheryl Jerabek for local columns and the development of a regional tour guide. The Norwood Chamber of Commerce presented a 2024 budget with projected income of $12,300.50 and expenses of $12,285.00.

• Presented 2024 budget with $10,000.00 allocated for lodging tax income
• Reported hiring of Cheryl Jerabek to write monthly columns for Nucla Forum and Norwood Post

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss comments regarding a draft Utility-Scale Solar Energy Programmatic on Gunnison Sage Grouse habitat. The board will also consider whether to support a letter to Denver Mayor Mike Johnston regarding a proposed ban on selling new fur products.

• Discussion on draft Utility-Scale Solar Energy Programmatic on Gunnison Sage Grouse (GuSG) habitat
• Discussion of a letter to Denver Mayor Mike Johnston regarding a proposed ban on slaughter houses (selling new fur products)

The Board discussed comments regarding the Utility-Scale Solar Energy Programmatic on Gunnison Sage Grouse habitat. Commissioners decided they would sign a letter to Denver Mayor Mike Johnston regarding a proposed ban on slaughter houses selling new fur products as individuals rather than as a county.

• Decided Commissioners will sign letter to Denver Mayor regarding fur product slaughter house ban as individuals

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners and the County Planning Commission are meeting for a joint work session to discuss two regulatory items. The session includes staff presentations and public comment on housing and solar regulations.

• Discussion of the Community Housing Zone District (Land Use Code Section 5-324)
• Discussion of draft Solar Regulations

The Board of County Commissioners and County Planning Commission held a joint work session on Jan. 24, 2024, to discuss the Community Housing Zone District (Land Use Code Section 5-324) and draft Solar Regulations. The document states this was a work session and no minutes were taken; it is a recap of the meeting. Staff presented recommendations and the public commented, but the recap records no approvals, denials, or votes. The wrap-up directed continued updates, a proposed second draft with a 7-day review, and another public meeting to be scheduled.

• No substantive decisions recorded; work session only, no minutes taken
• Directed continued updates to the Community Housing Zone District and draft Solar Regulations
• Requested a 7-day review of a proposed second draft
• Additional public comment and another public meeting to be scheduled; dates to be explored

Open Space Commission

The Commission unanimously approved the December 18, 2023, meeting minutes. Members established a monthly meeting schedule for 2024 and discussed various revisions to the 2024 Work Plan.

• Approved 12/18/23 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Established 2024 meeting dates from February 26 through December 16

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider the certification of 2024 mill levies and review 5-year fund balance projections. The body will also address Planning Commission reappointments and a land use extension for the Society Turn Parcel.

• Certification of Mill Levies for 2024
• One-year extension for the Society Turn Parcel Preliminary Planned Unit Development and Subdivision
• Reappointment of Lee Taylor, Mary Jo Schillaci, and Matthew Bayma to the Planning Commission
• Addendum to the Jail Based Behavioral Health Services Contract
• Overview of the updated Planned Avalanche Mitigation Annex to the Emergency Operations Plan

The Board approved the 2024 mill levy certifications and granted a one-year extension for the Society Turn Parcel Preliminary Planned Unit Development. The Board also reappointed three members to the Planning Commission and approved various administrative and financial reports.

• Approved 2024 mill levy certifications (3-0)
• Approved one-year extension for Society Turn Parcel Preliminary PUD through May 17, 2025 (3-0)
• Reappointed Lee Taylor to the Planning Commission for a three-year term (3-0)
• Reappointed Mary Jo Schillaci to the Planning Commission for a three-year term (3-0)
• Reappointed Matthew Bayma to the Planning Commission for a three-year term (3-0)
• Approved Social Services Department financial reports (3-0)
• Approved addendum to Jail Based Behavioral Health Services Contract (3-0)
• Approved Proclamation 2024-02 designating Phyllis Shaffer Day (3-0)

Historical Commission

The San Miguel County Historical Commission will meet to discuss the Placerville RGS Depot Project and review signage for Keystone/Ilium. The body will also review the 2023 Work Plan and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Placerville RGS Depot Project
• Review of Keystone/Ilium Signage
• Review of the 2023 Work Plan
• Approval of 9/12/2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a recommendation for the Telluride Regional Airport Authority's proposed Master Plan update. The body will also hold a worksession regarding the East End Master Plan.

• Review and recommendation of the Telluride Regional Airport Authority Master Plan Update
• East End Master Plan worksession including Chapter 5 edits and public comments

The Commission approved the Airport Master Plan update with conditions regarding renewable energy, regional transportation, and housing mitigation. The body also approved the December 14, 2023 minutes and a proclamation honoring Tobin Brown.

• Approved December 14, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Denied motion to deny Airport master plan update (2-3)
• Approved Airport master plan update with conditions for housing mitigation, renewable energy, and transportation discussions (2-3)
• Approved proclamation 2024-1 honoring Tobin Brown (by acclimation)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review proposed 2024 board and committee appointments and hold a retreat to discuss a county communication strategy. The meeting includes several consent items regarding intergovernmental agreements and professional services.

• Professional Services Agreement for the Resiliency Initiative in the amount of $67,550
• Community Partnership Agreement with Montrose County for $8K financial commitment to San Miguel Basin Fair Board
• Resolution 2024-01 to update County Driving Policies 4-6 & 4-7
• Amended and Restated Deed Restriction and Covenant for Lot 314-8, Elk Meadows, Lawson Hills Sub/PUD
• Executive session regarding Aldasoro Impact Fee Interest Refunds

The Board approved a payment of $14,433.77 for Aldasoro impact fee interest refunds following an executive session. The Board also updated county driving policies and approved several intergovernmental agreements and grants via a consent agenda.

• Approved $14,433.77 payment for Aldasoro impact fee interest refunds (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-01 updating County Driving Policies 4-6 & 4-7 (3-0)
• Approved Proclamation 2024-01 honoring Sheriff Bill Masters (3-0)
• Approved $67,550 Professional Services Agreement for the Resiliency Initiative (3-0)
• Approved annual Community Partnership Agreement with Montrose County for $8K (3-0)
• Approved 2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant award agreement (3-0)
• Approved IGA and MOU with Montrose County for Public Road Maintenance (3-0)
• Approved first addendum to IGA for Peacekeeping/Law Enforcement services (3-0)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal by Peter Pitts concerning a building permit for 896 Two Rivers Drive. The appeal contests a requirement to install automatic fire sprinklers in two residential units. The Board will also discuss the reappointment of its members.

• Public hearing for building code appeal regarding fire suppression requirements at 896 Two Rivers Drive
• Review and approval of May 1, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion and recommendation for reappointment of Board of Review members
• Appeal request to waive sprinkler installation estimated by contractor at $125,000 to $150,000