Public Meetings Scheduled on City's Proposed Housing Strategies

Public Meetings Scheduled on City's Proposed Housing Strategies The City of Durango and the Regional Housing Alliance of La Plata County have scheduled a series of public information meetings to encourage comments from the public and specific interest groups about a proposed Fair Share Housing Ordinance.
Home Popular Durango-based artist Deborah Gorton launches web site Artist’s mixed media work and class information now at www.deborahgorton.com Durango named to America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations The National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP), the country's largest private, nonprofit preservation organization, has named Durango, Colo., to its 2007 list of America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations Durango named to America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations The National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP), the country's largest private, nonprofit preservation organization, has named Durango, Colo., to its 2007 list of America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations Durango is a doggone friendly town! When you’re ready to escape the dog-eat-dog world of the big city, Durango is the natural choice. High Altitude Culinary Heaven The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub. High Altitude Culinary Heaven The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub. High Altitude Culinary Heaven The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub. Aunt Lydia's Meat Loaf From Ken & Sue's as printed in the Denver post Aunt Lydia's Meat Loaf From Ken & Sue's as printed in the Denver post Miso Broiled Black Cod "Saikyo-Yaki" This is a favorite of chef Sergio Verduzco at East by Southwest in Durango Miso Broiled Black Cod "Saikyo-Yaki" This is a favorite of chef Sergio Verduzco at East by Southwest in Durango Croque Monsieur This recipe, from Jean-Pierre chef/owner Jean-Pierre Bleger can be found throughout France. Croque Monsieur This recipe, from Jean-Pierre chef/owner Jean-Pierre Bleger can be found throughout France. 10 Reasons to Eat Organic—and Local Buying local, as well as organic, will allow you to feed and protect your family in the safest way possible. 10 Reasons to Eat Organic—and Local Buying local, as well as organic, will allow you to feed and protect your family in the safest way possible. This Ecological Footprint Quiz Ever wondered how much "nature" your lifestyle requires? Durango e-Coupons offering online coupons Durango e-Coupons offering online coupons Trout Wall Public Art Work Nears Completion After three months of volunteering by a group of Durango middle school and local area high school students, the Animas River Trail Mural Trout Wall is nearing completion. Leadership La Plata selects 2007-2008 Class Leadership La Plata (LLP), the diverse, all-volunteer organization designed to educate and train community leaders from throughout the county, has announced selection of the 2007-2008 Class. Leadership La Plata selects 2007-2008 Class Leadership La Plata (LLP), the diverse, all-volunteer organization designed to educate and train community leaders from throughout the county, has announced selection of the 2007-2008 Class. Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind” 100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind” 100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind” 100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Home Composting Bins Available From The City of Durango The Smiley Garden: Locally grown food making sense for Durango, the world The miracle of nature is now very evident at the Smiley Garden, located along East Third Ave. on the east side of the historic Smiley Building. A model for sustainability, the Smiley Building is owned by Charles Shaw and his wife Lisa Bodwalk. Business Improvement District comissions Conference Center feasibility study update Results of the Conference Center feasibility study update have been released by the Business Improvement District Board of Directors. Business Improvement District comissions Conference Center feasibility study update Results of the Conference Center feasibility study update have been released by the Business Improvement District Board of Directors. Downtown Improvement/Economic Sustainability Programs Underway The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) and City of Durango are taking leadership roles in a number of projects designed to enhance the appearance of the Historic Downtown, as well as the economic sustainability of Durango. Downtown Improvement/Economic Sustainability Programs Underway The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) and City of Durango are taking leadership roles in a number of projects designed to enhance the appearance of the Historic Downtown, as well as the economic sustainability of Durango. August 2007 Steering Committee Meeting Minutes DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion 4-H Barbecue Cook-off offers old-fashioned camaraderie La Plata County’s largest fundraising event proves to be an opportunity for enjoying friendships, good food and a bit of days gone by. By Indiana Reed City Programming Goes to the Internet City Span 10, the City's government television access channel, is pleased to announce that all of its programming in now available for viewing on the City's website at http://www.durangogov.org/resident/cspan/. City Programming Goes to the Internet City Span 10, the City's government television access channel, is pleased to announce that all of its programming in now available for viewing on the City's website at http://www.durangogov.org/resident/cspan/. City Programming Goes to the Internet City Span 10, the City's government television access channel, is pleased to announce that all of its programming in now available for viewing on the City's website at http://www.durangogov.org/resident/cspan/. City Programming Goes to the Internet City Span 10, the City's government television access channel, is pleased to announce that all of its programming in now available for viewing on the City's website at http://www.durangogov.org/resident/cspan/. FINAL WEEK FOR PURGATORY ALL-SEASON PASS SALE Don’t let the warm weather and blooming trees make you forget about next winter’s skiing and riding season at Purgatory. This is the final week to purchase your All-Season Pass with unlimited fun at Purgatory Mountain this summer and next winter for the l FINAL WEEK FOR PURGATORY ALL-SEASON PASS SALE Don’t let the warm weather and blooming trees make you forget about next winter’s skiing and riding season at Purgatory. This is the final week to purchase your All-Season Pass with unlimited fun at Purgatory Mountain this summer and next winter for the l FINAL WEEK FOR PURGATORY ALL-SEASON PASS SALE Don’t let the warm weather and blooming trees make you forget about next winter’s skiing and riding season at Purgatory. This is the final week to purchase your All-Season Pass with unlimited fun at Purgatory Mountain this summer and next winter for the l AUDIO WEB STREAMING OF BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ AUDIO WEB STREAMING OF BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ AUDIO WEB STREAMING OF BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ COUNTY OFFERS FREE YARD WASTE PROGRAM COUNTY OFFERS FREE YARD WASTE PROGRAM Commencement speaker’s message to FLC grads: Let Po and shift happens Commencement speaker’s message to FLC grads: Let Po and shift happens Twin Buttes Public Information Meeting There will be a public information meeting concerning the Twin Buttes Annexation and Conceptual Plan on Wednesday May 7, 2008, at 5:00 p.m. at Fort Lewis College in the Center for Southwest Studies, Lyceum Lecture Hall. A brief presentation will begin a Twin Buttes Public Information Meeting There will be a public information meeting concerning the Twin Buttes Annexation and Conceptual Plan on Wednesday May 7, 2008, at 5:00 p.m. at Fort Lewis College in the Center for Southwest Studies, Lyceum Lecture Hall. A brief presentation will begin a Register for the Town Series Durango Parks and Recreation is hosting the 3rd Annual "The Town Series." The Series features runs, hikes, and walks for all athletic ability levels on three prominent trail systems in Durango. Register for the Town Series Durango Parks and Recreation is hosting the 3rd Annual "The Town Series." The Series features runs, hikes, and walks for all athletic ability levels on three prominent trail systems in Durango. Register for the Town Series Durango Parks and Recreation is hosting the 3rd Annual "The Town Series." The Series features runs, hikes, and walks for all athletic ability levels on three prominent trail systems in Durango. DURANGO TO HOST WOMEN’S CANCER & SUVIVORSHIP SYMPOSIUM Durango is hosting the first ever Women’s Cancer & Survivorship Symposium on Saturday, May 17, from 8:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. DURANGO TO HOST WOMEN’S CANCER & SUVIVORSHIP SYMPOSIUM Durango is hosting the first ever Women’s Cancer & Survivorship Symposium on Saturday, May 17, from 8:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. DURANGO TO HOST WOMEN’S CANCER & SUVIVORSHIP SYMPOSIUM Durango is hosting the first ever Women’s Cancer & Survivorship Symposium on Saturday, May 17, from 8:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Durango Chamber of Commerce to offer Customer Service Training Seminar The Durango Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with First National Bank of Durango, will host a Customer Service Training Seminar featuring renowned author and customer service expert, Charlie Adams. Durango Chamber of Commerce to offer Customer Service Training Seminar The Durango Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with First National Bank of Durango, will host a Customer Service Training Seminar featuring renowned author and customer service expert, Charlie Adams. Durango Chamber of Commerce to offer Customer Service Training Seminar The Durango Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with First National Bank of Durango, will host a Customer Service Training Seminar featuring renowned author and customer service expert, Charlie Adams. Authors Anabel Stenzel and Isabel Stenzel Byrnes to Speak at Event Open to the Public at Mercy Medical Center Anabel Stenzel and Isabel Stenzel Byrnes, both double lung transplant recipients, will present their story at a free public event at Mercy Medical Center on Tuesday, May 20th from 4:30 to 6:00 pm. Authors Anabel Stenzel and Isabel Stenzel Byrnes to Speak at Event Open to the Public at Mercy Medical Center Anabel Stenzel and Isabel Stenzel Byrnes, both double lung transplant recipients, will present their story at a free public event at Mercy Medical Center on Tuesday, May 20th from 4:30 to 6:00 pm. Authors Anabel Stenzel and Isabel Stenzel Byrnes to Speak at Event Open to the Public at Mercy Medical Center Anabel Stenzel and Isabel Stenzel Byrnes, both double lung transplant recipients, will present their story at a free public event at Mercy Medical Center on Tuesday, May 20th from 4:30 to 6:00 pm. 28th Annual Arbor Day Celebration The City of Durango Parks and Recreation Department and the Parks and Forestry Advisory Board are please to sponsor the 28th Annual Arbor Day Celebration on Friday, May 2 beginning at 10:00 a.m. at the Durango Community Recreation Center. 28th Annual Arbor Day Celebration The City of Durango Parks and Recreation Department and the Parks and Forestry Advisory Board are please to sponsor the 28th Annual Arbor Day Celebration on Friday, May 2 beginning at 10:00 a.m. at the Durango Community Recreation Center. INSIDE DURANGO TV TURNS 25! This summer season, Inside Durango TV is celebrating 25 years on the air! Since May, 1983, Inside Durango TV has been Durango’s only independent and locally produced television show that airs on Durango’s local cable system. INSIDE DURANGO TV TURNS 25! This summer season, Inside Durango TV is celebrating 25 years on the air! Since May, 1983, Inside Durango TV has been Durango’s only independent and locally produced television show that airs on Durango’s local cable system. INSIDE DURANGO TV TURNS 25! This summer season, Inside Durango TV is celebrating 25 years on the air! Since May, 1983, Inside Durango TV has been Durango’s only independent and locally produced television show that airs on Durango’s local cable system. $12 MILLION FOR ROAD IMPROVEMENTS U.S. Representative John Salazar helped secure passage of a bill on April 30, 2008 that will provide an additional $12 million in federal appropriations for much needed road improvements in La Plata County. $12 MILLION FOR ROAD IMPROVEMENTS U.S. Representative John Salazar helped secure passage of a bill on April 30, 2008 that will provide an additional $12 million in federal appropriations for much needed road improvements in La Plata County. Durango Chamber of Commerce ANNUAL CLEAN DAY. The Durango Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Durango and Durango Business Improvement District (BID) will host it’s 5th Annual CLEAN DAY on Friday, May 23rd from 9:00am – Noon. Durango Chamber of Commerce ANNUAL CLEAN DAY. The Durango Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Durango and Durango Business Improvement District (BID) will host it’s 5th Annual CLEAN DAY on Friday, May 23rd from 9:00am – Noon. Durango Chamber of Commerce ANNUAL CLEAN DAY. The Durango Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Durango and Durango Business Improvement District (BID) will host it’s 5th Annual CLEAN DAY on Friday, May 23rd from 9:00am – Noon. Mayor Calls Special Joint City Council and Planning Commission Meeting In order to enable members of Durango City Council and Planning Commission to attend the Twin Buttes Community meeting, Mayor Renee Parsons has called a Special Joint Meeting of the City Council and Planning Commission. Mayor Calls Special Joint City Council and Planning Commission Meeting In order to enable members of Durango City Council and Planning Commission to attend the Twin Buttes Community meeting, Mayor Renee Parsons has called a Special Joint Meeting of the City Council and Planning Commission. Mayor Calls Special Joint City Council and Planning Commission Meeting In order to enable members of Durango City Council and Planning Commission to attend the Twin Buttes Community meeting, Mayor Renee Parsons has called a Special Joint Meeting of the City Council and Planning Commission. First National Bank of Durango Robbery The Durango Police Department has sent a recorded message to residents in the Crestview area that Durango Police Officers are conducting a search of the Durango Mountain Park for a man who committed the bank robbery at the First National Bank of Durango, 9-R board approves contract with Dr. Keith Owen The Durango School District 9-R Board of Education has approved a contract with Dr. Keith Owen to hire him as the district’s next superintendent. 9-R board approves contract with Dr. Keith Owen The Durango School District 9-R Board of Education has approved a contract with Dr. Keith Owen to hire him as the district’s next superintendent. 9-R board approves contract with Dr. Keith Owen The Durango School District 9-R Board of Education has approved a contract with Dr. Keith Owen to hire him as the district’s next superintendent. High Water 08 is on! Everyone in the pool... High Water 08 let’s you make your best guess at peak flow on the Animas River for chances to win big prizes. High Water 08 is on! Everyone in the pool... High Water 08 let’s you make your best guess at peak flow on the Animas River for chances to win big prizes. High Water 08 is on! Everyone in the pool... High Water 08 let’s you make your best guess at peak flow on the Animas River for chances to win big prizes. High Water 08 is on! Everyone in the pool... High Water 08 let’s you make your best guess at peak flow on the Animas River for chances to win big prizes. FLC President headed to Denver for scheduled cancer treatment FLC President headed to Denver for scheduled cancer treatment BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ SCHEDULE 5/12 -5/16 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ SCHEDULE 5/12 -5/16 THRIVING… Children, Youth and Family Master Plan Presentation ~ May 15 The Children Youth and Family Master Plan is being presented to elected officials and the community on Thursday May 15th. THRIVING… Children, Youth and Family Master Plan Presentation ~ May 15 The Children Youth and Family Master Plan is being presented to elected officials and the community on Thursday May 15th. THRIVING… Children, Youth and Family Master Plan Presentation ~ May 15 The Children Youth and Family Master Plan is being presented to elected officials and the community on Thursday May 15th. THRIVING… Children, Youth and Family Master Plan Presentation ~ May 15 The Children Youth and Family Master Plan is being presented to elected officials and the community on Thursday May 15th. La Plata County Compass - Strategic Plan Presentation Now Online The Board of County Commissioners and the County’s Leadership Team (department heads and elected officials) have synthesized community and staff input into a strategic plan that will serve as a guide to prioritize new programs and initiatives and evaluate La Plata County Compass - Strategic Plan Presentation Now Online The Board of County Commissioners and the County’s Leadership Team (department heads and elected officials) have synthesized community and staff input into a strategic plan that will serve as a guide to prioritize new programs and initiatives and evaluate La Plata County Compass - Strategic Plan Presentation Now Online The Board of County Commissioners and the County’s Leadership Team (department heads and elected officials) have synthesized community and staff input into a strategic plan that will serve as a guide to prioritize new programs and initiatives and evaluate Pro cyclist, Mercy join forces to benefit breast care center in Durango Mountain biking legend and member of the LUNA Chix Pro mountain bike team member Shonny Vanlandingham has joined the fight against breast cancer by helping raise money for a new breast care center in Durango. Pro cyclist, Mercy join forces to benefit breast care center in Durango Mountain biking legend and member of the LUNA Chix Pro mountain bike team member Shonny Vanlandingham has joined the fight against breast cancer by helping raise money for a new breast care center in Durango. Pro cyclist, Mercy join forces to benefit breast care center in Durango Mountain biking legend and member of the LUNA Chix Pro mountain bike team member Shonny Vanlandingham has joined the fight against breast cancer by helping raise money for a new breast care center in Durango. Pro cyclist, Mercy join forces to benefit breast care center in Durango Mountain biking legend and member of the LUNA Chix Pro mountain bike team member Shonny Vanlandingham has joined the fight against breast cancer by helping raise money for a new breast care center in Durango. Release Party for Ken Wright’s the Monkey Wrench Dad at Maria’s Bookshop Dare to live differently. Dare to live deeply. Dare to live at all—and bring the kids! Release Party for Ken Wright’s the Monkey Wrench Dad at Maria’s Bookshop Dare to live differently. Dare to live deeply. Dare to live at all—and bring the kids! BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ SCHEDULE 5/19 - 5/23 All meetings are held in the Anasazi Room, La Plata County Courthouse, 1060 E. 2nd Avenue, Durango, unless otherwise specified. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ SCHEDULE 5/19 - 5/23 All meetings are held in the Anasazi Room, La Plata County Courthouse, 1060 E. 2nd Avenue, Durango, unless otherwise specified. Fire Sprinkler to be Installed on Main Avenue Fire Sprinkler to be Installed on Main Avenue Fire Sprinkler to be Installed on Main Avenue La Plata Electric announces $2.3 million “patronage capital” refund LPEA member/customers to receive refunds in August 2008 billing cycle. La Plata Electric announces $2.3 million “patronage capital” refund LPEA member/customers to receive refunds in August 2008 billing cycle. Durango Area Association of Realtors announces statistical results of 2nd Quarter 2008 Durango Area Association of Realtors announces statistical results of 2nd Quarter 2008 Forest Service Monitors the “Snag Fire” near Piedra River City Administrative Offices to close early City to host Skateboard and Bike Contest City to host Skateboard and Bike Contest LPEA Outage Hotline - Over night electrical outages reported Third Florida Road widening neighborhood meeting to be held July 23 Pedestrian walkway in 700 Main Avenue block to be moved Pedestrian walkway in 700 Main Avenue block to be moved Pedestrian walkway in 700 Main Avenue block to be moved Pedestrian walkway in 700 Main Avenue block to be moved LPEA launches Solar Domestic Hot Water Rebate program Governor’s Energy Office approves $25,000 matching grant for LPEA. LPEA launches Solar Domestic Hot Water Rebate program Governor’s Energy Office approves $25,000 matching grant for LPEA. LPEA launches Solar Domestic Hot Water Rebate program Governor’s Energy Office approves $25,000 matching grant for LPEA. LPEA launches Solar Domestic Hot Water Rebate program Governor’s Energy Office approves $25,000 matching grant for LPEA. LPEA launches Solar Domestic Hot Water Rebate program Governor’s Energy Office approves $25,000 matching grant for LPEA. LPEA launches Solar Domestic Hot Water Rebate program Governor’s Energy Office approves $25,000 matching grant for LPEA. Board of County Commissioners Schedule July 21-25 ROAD CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: US 160 through Bodo Industrial Park concrete reconstruction Traffic shifts and slowing during the day, two lanes each direction will be maintained; All business accesses OPEN; may be altered at times. ROAD CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: US 160 through Bodo Industrial Park concrete reconstruction Traffic shifts and slowing during the day, two lanes each direction will be maintained; All business accesses OPEN; may be altered at times. ROAD CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: US 160 through Bodo Industrial Park concrete reconstruction Traffic shifts and slowing during the day, two lanes each direction will be maintained; All business accesses OPEN; may be altered at times. ROAD CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: 4th lane/interchange at US 160 through Grandview ROAD CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: 4th lane/interchange at US 160 through Grandview With “Railroad Square,” the magic mix may have been found to finally construct a much-needed Downtown Durango conference and events center To keep Downtown Durango viable, an evolving group of citizens has for decades championed construction of a conference and events center, and met with repeated blocks from city government. If all goes well with the latest effort, however, in 2010 Durango With “Railroad Square,” the magic mix may have been found to finally construct a much-needed Downtown Durango conference and events center To keep Downtown Durango viable, an evolving group of citizens has for decades championed construction of a conference and events center, and met with repeated blocks from city government. If all goes well with the latest effort, however, in 2010 Durango Young Professionals to host “Durango Board Academy” Young Professionals to host “Durango Board Academy” Durango's "Swinging Bridge" now open Durango's "Swinging Bridge" now open Steamworks Brewing Co. facilitates $300,000 grant for Bayfield New sewage treatment plant to receive funding. Steamworks Brewing Co. facilitates $300,000 grant for Bayfield New sewage treatment plant to receive funding. Durango Parks & Recreation Triathlon set for Aug. 2	Durango, CO - The City of Durango and the Regional Housing Alliance of La Plata County have scheduled a series of public information meetings to encourage comments from the public and specific interest groups about a proposed Fair Share Housing Ordinance. The proposed ordinance is one of the affordable housing strategies identified in the Regional Housing Alliance's Five Point Action Plan. These meetings are designed to offer the community an opportunity to provide comments on the proposed ordinance prior to the public hearings before the Planning Commission and City Council. Anyone is welcome to attend any of the three meetings. The first meeting will be Wednesday, May 14 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m., in the Anasazi Room at the La Plata County Courthouse. This meeting is intended primarily for members of the Durango Chamber of Commerce, La Plata Economic Development Action Partnership, and the Southwest Colorado Homebuilders Association. The second meeting will be Thursday, May 15 from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall. Attendees are welcome to bring a brown bag lunch to this meeting. The third meeting will be Thursday, May 22 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall. Information about the proposed strategies may be obtained from the Regional Housing Alliance at 701 Camino del Rio (970) 259-1418; Durango City Hall at 949 E. Second Avenue, or at River City Hall, 1235 Camino del Rio (970) 375-4850. The same information may also be obtained by visiting the City's website, http://www.durangogov.org/ and clicking on "On-going Projects."
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