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...

Town of Telluride Hires Community Housing Manager James Van Hooser

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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...

Telluride Marshal’s Department, Telluride School District Address Swatting Incidents

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Telluride Marshal’s Department, Telluride School District Address Swatting Incidents

Additional precautions put in place in response to false threats to schools across Colorado

(March 2, 2023) – Telluride, ...

Town Council Adopts the 2023 Community Vision and Action Plan

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 Town Council Adopts the 2023 Community Vision Plan

Living, dynamic plan to inform future Town of Telluride Comprehensive Plan

(January 10, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- Telluride Town Council has adopted the 2023 Communi...

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

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...

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

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...

Veterinarians Warn of Severe Upper Respiratory Infection Affecting Dogs

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Veterinarians Warn of Severe Upper Respiratory Infection Affecting Dogs

Avoid highly trafficked areas, watch for symptoms similar to kennel cough

(December 7, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Town...

Town Council Approves First Reading of Monthly Water & Wastewater Billing Cycle

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Town Council Approves First Reading of Monthly Water & Wastewater Billing Cycle

Rate study shows a 5% water, 20% wastewater rate increases needed in 2024

(November 29, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Town Council o...

Telluride Marshal’s 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 ...

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

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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 --...

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

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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...

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...

San Miguel Regional Housing Authority to Conduct Biennial Compliance Checks

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San Miguel Regional Housing Authority to Conduct Biennial Compliance Checks

Town of Telluride deed restricted property owners subject to checks

(November 15, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- On behalf of the Town of Telluride and the...

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

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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...

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

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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...

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

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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...

Town Council Majority Passes New Short-Term Rental Policy

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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...

Public Works Evaluating Telluride’s Main Sewer Line

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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Short-Term Rental Business License & 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 ...

Off-Season Paving Operations to Commence Throughout Town

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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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

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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, ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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

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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...

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...

Town of Telluride to Replace Parking Meters

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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...

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...

Town of Telluride Earns Distinguished Budget Presentation Award

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Town of Telluride Earns Distinguished Budget Presentation Award

Town’s budget awarded for the ninth year while striving to improve transparency and clarity

(July 17, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Town of Telluride ha...

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 ...

Town of Telluride Opens Green Grant 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...

2023 Historic Preservation Awards Applications are Open

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2023 Historic Preservation Awards Applications are Open

Deadline for submission is 4 pm MST on Friday, June 23

(June 16, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- Applications are open for the Town of Telluride and the Historic & Architec...

DeLanie Young-Tapson Hired as Director of Community Services

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DeLanie Young-Tapson Hired as Director of Community Services

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

(June 13, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Town of Telluride announced DeLanie You...

Silver Jack Parking Garage Payment System Implemented

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Silver Jack Parking Garage Payment System Implemented

Council approves rate increase to $2 per hour to align with standard Town parking rates

(June 13, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Town of Telluride’s Public Works D...

Town of Telluride Discusses Funding Strategies for Capital Improvement Projects

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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) &...

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...

Noise Variance Issued for Paving Operations on Pacific and Colorado

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Noise Variance Issued for Paving Operations on Pacific and Colorado

Weather delays and future forecast call for additional milling and paving hours to avoid extended road closures

(May 12, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- Public Work...

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 ...

Paving Operations to Commence on Colorado and Pacific Avenues

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Paving Operations to Commence on Colorado and Pacific Avenues

No parking zones, lane, and road closures to occur from May 8 through May 13

(May 5, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Town of Telluride will begin paving operations wi...

Telluride Town Park Campground Reservations Open Monday

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Telluride Town Park Campground Reservations Open Monday

New reservation system and phased rollout of campsite bookings begin Monday, April 24

(April 21, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Town of Telluride Parks and Recreation Department wil...

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...

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...

Town Council Issues Temporary Suspension on Certain Limited Development Applications

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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...

Town of Telluride’s Community Vision and Action Plan Receives Merit Award

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Town of Telluride’s Community Vision and Action Plan Receives Merit Award

American Planning Association Small Town and Rural Division honors Telluride

(March 22, 2023) – Telluride, CO --- The Town of Telluride has be...

ParkMobile

ParkMobile Announces Partnership with the Town of Telluride, Colorado, to Offer Contactless Parking Payments Just in Time for Ski Season

The new partnership offers a safe, convenient way to pay for parking throughout the Town using any mobile device.

Tellur...

CivicReady/IPAWS Mass Notification Solution

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Water Efficiency Plan 2020-2027

Please read our Water Efficiency Plan.