News Flash

Posted on: November 20, 2023

Telluride Marshal’s Department Staff Honored with Prestigious Awards for Exceptional Service

Telluride Marshals Department Staff Honored with Prestigious Awards for Exceptional Service

      

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Telluride Marshal’s Department Staff Honored with Prestigious Awards for Exceptional Service

Chief’s Commendation, Distinguished Service, Life Saving awards honor staff and ...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: November 17, 2023

CDOT to complete surface treatment on CO 145 west of Society Drive in Telluride

CDOT performs shoulder work on CO 145

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

News from the Colorado Department of Transportation

-Highway Maintenace Alert-CDOT performs shoulder work on CO 145

Motorists should plan for brief delays next week between Telluride and Norwood

(November 17, 2023) - San Miguel County --...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: November 17, 2023

State Grant for Diamond Ridge Housing Initiative Expires Due to Litigation Delays

State Grant for Diamond Ridge Housing Initiative Expires Due to Litigation Delays

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

State Grant for Diamond Ridge Housing Initiative Expires Due to Litigation Delays

Department of Local Affairs encourages Town, County to apply for funds in the future

(November 17, 2023) – San Miguel County, CO --- Earlier thi...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: November 16, 2023

Teddy Errico Elected to Serve as Mayor of the Town of Telluride

Teddy Errico Elected to Serve as Mayor of the Town of Telluride

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Teddy Errico Elected to Serve as Mayor of the Town of Telluride

Councilperson Meehan Fee to remain on Telluride Town Council for the remainder of her term

(November 16, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- With a final ballot count occur...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: November 15, 2023

Town of Telluride to Host a State-Approved Alcohol Beverage Training

Town of Telluride to Host a State-Approved Alcohol Beverage Training

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Town of Telluride to Host a State-Approved Alcohol Beverage Training

Certification is required every two years for all owners, premises managers, permit holders

(November 15, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Town of Telluride wil...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: November 8, 2023

Mayoral Race Too Close to Call, Ashley Story and Elena Levin to serve on Telluride Town Council

Mayoral Race Too Close to Call, Ashley Story and Elena Levin to serve on Telluride Town Council

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Mayoral Race Too Close to Call, Ashley Story and Elena Levin to serve on Telluride Town Council

A final scan of ballots will take place on Thursday, November 16 to confirm the official results

(November 8, 2023) – Telluride, C...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: October 31, 2023

Town Council Approves Increase of at Least 50% to Business License Fees

Town Council Approves Increase of at least 50 percent to Business License Fees

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Town Council Approves Increase of at least 50% to Business License Fees

Funds from business license fees to supplement license administration, marketing, open space, and capital improvement

(October 31, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- Last Tu...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: October 31, 2023

Town Council Majority Passes New Short-Term Rental Policy

Town Council Majority Passes New Short Term Rental Policy

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Town Council Majority Passes New Short-Term Rental Policy

Administrative fee, lower business license fees, new license categories approved with ordinance; license cap to sunset November 2

(October 31, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- Last Tues...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: October 24, 2023

Town Council Proclamation Recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Town Council Proclamation Recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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Town Council Proclamation Recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month

San Miguel Resource Center supports residents in Telluride and beyond

(October 24, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- Telluride Town Council and San Miguel Resource...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: October 27, 2023

Public Works Evaluating Telluride’s Main Sewer Line

Public Works Evaluating Tellurides Main Sewer Line

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Public Works Evaluating Telluride’s Main Sewer Line

Highway 145 bike path temporarily impacted by wastewater bypass pipeline

(October 27, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- This week, the Town of Telluride Public Works Depart...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: October 10, 2023

Temporary Winter Community Housing Program Full for 2023/2024 Season

Temporary Winter Community Housing Program Full for 2023 2024 Season

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Temporary Winter Community Housing Program Full for 2023/2024 Season

Nine tenants to return to temporary housing in the Town Park lot

(October 10, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Town of Telluride’s Temporary Winter Co...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: October 9, 2023

House Bill Creates Retail Establishment Liquor Permit

House Bill Creates Retail Establishment Liquor Permit

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House Bill Creates Retail Establishment Liquor Permit

Retail stores allowed to serve complimentary alcohol for up to 24 days per year with limitations

(October 9, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The State of Colorado&rs...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: October 9, 2023

Town Council to Discuss Increase in Business License Fees

Town Council to Discuss Increase in Business License Fees

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Town Council to Discuss Increase in Business License Fees

Fees last increased in 1996; staff to present a resolution Tuesday, October 24

(October 9, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- At the September 21 Town Council Budget Meeting, Co...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: October 5, 2023

Short-Term Rental Business License & Regulatory Fees Established

Short-Term Rental Business License and Regulatory Fees Established

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Short-Term Rental Business License & Regulatory Fees Established

First reading of an ordinance establishing short-term rental policy passes 4-2

(October 5, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- Telluride Town Council passed the first ...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: October 3, 2023

Off-Season Paving Operations to Commence Throughout Town

Off-Season Paving Operations to Commence Throughout Town

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Off-Season Paving Operations to Commence Throughout Town

Expect intermittent no-parking zones, lane, and road closures on October 5 and 9

(October 3, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Town of Telluride will begin milling, patching...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: September 8, 2023

Telluride Black Bear Awareness Week Kicks Off September 10

Telluride Black Bear Awareness Week Kicks Off September 10

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Telluride Black Bear Awareness Week Kicks Off September 10

Events for adults and kids throughout the week promote co-existing safely

(September 8, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Town of Telluride’s Annual Black Bear A...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: September 21, 2023

Suspect in Road Rage Incident in Police Custody

Suspect in Road Rage Incident in Police Custody

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Suspect in Road Rage Incident in Police Custody

Andrew Michael Kjelland voluntarily surrendered to the San Miguel Sheriff’s Office

(September 21, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- Local law enforcement has taken Andrew Micha...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: September 21, 2023

Arrest Warrant Issued for Suspect in Road Rage Incident

Arrest Warrant Issued for Suspect in Road Rage Incident

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Arrest Warrant Issued for Suspect in Road Rage Incident

Local law enforcement continues the search for Andrew Michael Kjelland after events on Tuesday night

(September 21, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Telluride Marshal’s Department has...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: September 20, 2023

Search Continues for Individual in Possession of Weapon in the Town of Telluride

Search Continues for Individual in Possession of Weapon in the Town of Telluride

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Search Continues for Individual in Possession of Weapon in the Town of Telluride

All clear issued, shelter in place order lifted for residents and visitors on Galena, Columbia, and Davis

(September 20, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Tell...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: September 18, 2023

Pacific Avenue to Be Closed Intermittently from Spruce to Willow

Pacific Avenue to Be Closed Intermittently from Spruce to Willow

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Pacific Avenue to Be Closed Intermittently from Spruce to Willow

VooDoo cement work to begin today, Monday, September 18

(September 18, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Town of Telluride and Shaw Construction will close Pacific A...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: September 13, 2023

CPW humanely euthanized Telluride bear suffering from intestinal blockage caused by trash

CPW humanely euthanized Telluride bear suffering from intestinal blockage caused by trash

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CPW humanely euthanized Telluride bear suffering from intestinal blockage caused by trash

The Colorado Department of Parks & Wildlife originally published this news release on Wednesday, September 13, 2023. (September 13, ...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: September 8, 2023

Water Line Issue Results in Mudslide on Telluride Ski Resort

Water Line Issue Results in Mudslide on Telluride Ski Resort

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Water Line Issue Results in Mudslide on Telluride Ski Resort

Lift 7 area impacted, Telluride Ski Resort addressing damage & clean up

(September 8, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Town of Telluride and Telluride Marshal&r...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: September 5, 2023

California Man Identified by San Miguel County Coroner

California Man Identified by San Miguel County Coroner

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California Man Identified by San Miguel County Coroner

61-year-old was a frequent visitor to Telluride, investigation is ongoing

(September 5, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- Early this morning, Tuesday, September 5, 2023, the Tellu...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: September 5, 2023

Telluride Marshals Respond to Unattended Death

Telluride Marshals Respond to Unattended Death

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Telluride Marshals Respond to Unattended Death

No foul play suspected, death is currently under investigation

This news release has updated information, which can be found here.

(September 5, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- This morn...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: August 30, 2023

CDOT to complete surface treatment on CO 145 west of Society Drive in Telluride

CDOT to complete surface treatment on CO 145 west of Society Drive in Telluride

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

News from the Colorado Department of Transportation

-Highway Maintenace Alert-CDOT to complete surface treatment on CO 145 west of Society Drive in Telluride

Expect lengthy delays on Lawson Hill September 5-7

(August 30, 2023) &ndash...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: September 1, 2023

Town of Telluride Certifies Third Candidate for Mayor

Town of Telluride Certifies Third Candidate for Mayor

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Town of Telluride Certifies Third Candidate for Mayor

Candidate’s petition cured, establishing eleven sufficient candidates for elected office

(September 1, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Town of Telluride will hold a...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: August 28, 2023

Town of Telluride Certifies Candidates for Mayor, Town Council, Town Meeting Moderator

Town of Telluride Certifies Candidates for Mayor, Town Council, Town Meeting Moderator

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Town of Telluride Certifies Candidates for Mayor, Town Council, Town Meeting Moderator

Regular Municipal Election to be held Tuesday, November 7

(August 28, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Town of Telluride will hold a Regular M...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: August 24, 2023

Town of Telluride to Replace Parking Meters

Town of Telluride to Replace Parking Meters

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Town of Telluride to Replace Parking Meters

Credit card payments, mobile transactions associated with license plates to simplify parking

(August 28, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Telluride Marshal’s Department and Pu...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: August 24, 2023

Town Council Passes Amendments Lifting Suspension on Certain Building Applications

Town Council Passes Amendments Lifting Suspension on Certain Building Applications

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Town Council Passes Amendments Lifting Suspension on Certain Building Applications

Land Use Code amendments approved regarding basements and steep lots, limiting consolidation and aggregation of certain lots

(August 24, 2023) &ndash...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: July 13, 2023

Community Open Houses for Short-Term Rental Study Tuesday, July 25

Community Open Houses for Short-Term Rental Study Tuesday, July 25

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Community Open Houses for Short-Term Rental Study Scheduled for Tuesday, July 25

Economic Planning Systems to present initial findings from first round data collection

(July 13, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Town of Telluride ...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: June 30, 2023

Town of Telluride Opens Green Grant Pre-Applications

Town of Telluride, EcoAction Partners Open Green Grants Pre-Applications

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Town of Telluride Opens Green Grant Pre-Applications

Grant program supports local businesses and residents in reducing carbon footprint

(June 30, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Town of Telluride, in partnership with EcoAction P...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: May 23, 2023

Mayor DeLanie Young Resigns to Accept Role as Director of Community Services

Mayor DeLanie Young Resigns to Accept Role as Director of Community Services

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Mayor DeLanie Young Resigns to Accept Role as Director of Community Services

Mayoral vacancy to be filled by Mayor Pro Tem Meehan Fee for the duration of the term

(May 23, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- Town of Telluride Mayor DeLa...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: May 15, 2023

Town of Telluride Discusses Funding Strategies for Capital Improvement Projects

Town of Telluride Discusses Funding Strategies for Capital Improvement Projects

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Town of Telluride Discusses Funding Strategies for Capital Improvement Projects

Funding needed for projects including Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion and upgrades, street infrastructure and building improvements

(May 15, 2023) &...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: May 15, 2023

Telluride Barricade Passes Mailed to Owners of Telluride Residential Property

Telluride Barricade Passes Mailed to Owners of Telluride Residential Property

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Telluride Barricade Passes Mailed to Owners of Telluride Residential Property

Vehicular entry through Town barricade for Telluride Bluegrass Festival requires barricade, county, or temporary pass

(May 15, 2023) – Telluride, CO...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: May 10, 2023

Telluride Mayor DeLanie Young Announces Interest in County Commissioner Seat

Telluride Mayor DeLanie Young Announces Interest in County Commissioner Seat

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Telluride Mayor DeLanie Young Announces Interest in County Commissioner Seat

Mayor Young among seven county residents interested and eligible to fill the vacancy

(May 10, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- During yesterday’s ...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: April 19, 2023

Telluride Housing Authority Awarded Transformational Affordable Housing Grant

Telluride Housing Authority Awarded Transformational Affordable Housing Grant

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Telluride Housing Authority Awarded Transformational Affordable Housing Grant

Voodoo Affordable Housing Project one of eight projects awarded across seven counties

(April 19, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Telluride Housing Aut...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: April 4, 2023

Telluride Housing Authority Proposes Changes to Affordable Housing Guidelines

Telluride Housing Authority Proposes Changes to Affordable Housing Guidelines

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Telluride Housing Authority Proposes Changes to Affordable Housing Guidelines

Public meetings under way to review possible guideline revisions during biennial review process

(April 4, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- On March 21, aft...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: March 29, 2023

Town Council Issues Temporary Suspension on Certain Limited Development Applications

Town Council Issues Temporary Suspension on Certain Limited Development Applications

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Town Council Issues Temporary Suspension on Certain Limited Development Applications

Six-month suspension approved to enable review and study of various land use code issues

(March 29, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- At the urging o...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: February 28, 2023

Town of Telluride Hires Community Housing Manager James Van Hooser

Town of Telluride Hires Community Housing Manager James Van Hooser

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

Town of Telluride Hires Community Housing Manager James Van Hooser

Van Hooser will lead future housing projects and initiatives to address current workforce housing shortage

(February 28, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- Th...

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Manager's Office
Posted on: December 19, 2022

Final Public Review Period for Telluride’s Community Vision and Action Plan is Open

Telluride 2022-23 Community Vision and Action Draft Plan

Council provided several updates to the Telluride Community Vision and Action Plan at the council retreat, Thursday, December 8. Town planning staff and consultants, Design Workshop, have incorporated the feedback into the current document, which is now a...

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Posted on: December 9, 2022

Final review of Telluride’s Community Vision and Action Plan moved to the January 10 council meeting

Town of Telluride Community Vision Plan

2022/23 Community Vision and Action Plan

At the council retreat Thursday, December 8, Telluride Town Council discussed the Town’s Community Vision and Action Plan

After a thorough examination, Council provided several u...

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Engage Telluride Manager's Office
Posted on: November 4, 2021

CivicReady/IPAWS Mass Notification Solution

civicready pic for newsflash

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