Gilpin County Public Health
By Bonnie Albrecht
As COVID-19 updates continue, it is normal to feel anxious about a new disease. Currently, the risk to most Coloradans is low, and we are confident the healthcare system here is prepared to respond quickly to identify and evaluate any suspected cases to minimize potential spread. The best thing you can do to protect yourself and your family is to stay informed from reliable sources and know the facts. (more…)
Colorado Parks and Wildlife initiates collar project with bighorns
By Jason Clay
Colorado Parks and Wildlife biologists and officers are taking flight on a new project to examine the Tarryall-Kenosha Mountain bighorn sheep herd that at one time was one of the largest and most well-known herds in the country, but has since seen declines over the years. (more…)
Rec Center use, advanced drugs for inmates, Health Board appointments
By Randy Beaudette
A discussion concerning the jail population, member appointees to the Gilpin County Health Board, and some Park and Recreation items were a few of the highlights of the March 3, 2020 Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) regular meeting. (more…)
Approve PW truck upgrade and office supply plan
By Randy Beaudette
Several Sheriff’s Office items, reallocation of funds to facilitate an upgrade purchase of truck for the Public Works Department, and the 2019 Treasurer’s Report were a few of (more…)
Annexation, mining claim acquisitions, Lace House improvements, trail project, and church stabilization
By Randy Beaudette
The Black Hawk City Council regular meeting on February 12, 2020 highlighted the adoption of the City’s Comprehensive Plan, a resolution approving the purchase of the Bates Lode and the PM Lode mining claims, and a professional services agreement fordesign services pertaining to the Lace House Rehabilitation Project. (more…)
Council shoots down Ordinance imposing fines for vacancy
By David Josselyn
Work Session
Council met with Staff on Tuesday, February 18, for a work session prior to the regular meeting. The topic of discussion was Ordinance 20-02 which was scheduled for a (more…)
Affecting use of lands, historic preservation, and climate change
By Randy Beaudette
A few of the highlights of the February 4, 2020 Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) regular meeting was the second reading of the newly revised Historical Preservation Ordinance, another resolution that will change Vacation Accrual hours in the County Employee Handbook, and yet another resolution committing Gilpin County to Colorado Counties for Climate Action. (more…)
Council approves marketing, trail planning, and Belvidere Theatre funding
By David Josselyn
Work Session
Council met with Staff for a work session prior to the regular meeting. The topics of discussion were logistics of hospitality marijuana, a 15-minute loading zone in front of the (more…)
Black Hawk Council approves service agreements for 2020
By Randy Beaudette
A contractual agreement with Weecycle for mold mitigation and more service agreements highlighted the Black Hawk City Council meeting held on January 22, 2020. (more…)
Council Meeting Business
By David Josselyn
Regular Council Meeting
Mayor Fey convened the regular meeting at 6:01 pm on January 21, 2020 in City Hall Council Chambers and Council immediately went to Executive Session to discuss questions regarding traffic citations on the Central City Parkway. (more…)
Gearing up to run three elections in 2020
By Lynn Bartels
Running two elections is always a challenge for Colorado’s county clerks, but this year they’ll be operating a third one, the presidential primary. Trying to find enough people to work for the presidential primary in March, the primary in June, and the (more…)
Lifeguards needed to keep pool open
By Randy Beaudette
An increase in lifeguard compensation, the County’s Hazard Mitigation Grant, and a change in the County employee handbook were a few of the highlights of the January 21, 2020 Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) regular meeting. (more…)
Denver Metroplex Project Town Hall Meeting on January 13th
By Jaclyn Schrock
On Monday, January 13, 2020 a Town Hall meeting was held 6:30-8 pm so that Gilpin County’s CO Senator and CO House Representative could listen to concerns and (more…)
Petrock and Ashcraft recognized for County service
By Randy Beaudette
The first Gilpin County Board of Commissioners (BoCC) meeting of 2020 included the departure of long-time County Attorney Jim Petrock and Gilpin County Human Services Director Sherrin Ashcraft. The agenda also included all the beginning of the year tasks such as Commissioner’s appointments to the various boards, authorities and committees, (more…)
Starting off the New Year with Central City Council new business
By David Josselyn
Work Session – Council met with Staff for a work session prior to the regular meeting. The topics of discussion were a historic plaque and a future marketing plan. The historic plaque in question used to sit on the section of sidewalk at the south end of Scarlett’s facing Main Street; otherwise known as “the bubble.” The sign has been damaged by both (more…)
Regarding concerns for planned increased in air traffic over county
By Jaclyn Schrock
On Wednesday, December 18, our District 2 Colorado Congressman to the US House of Representatives Joseph Neguse wanted to listen to Gilpin residents, but he was working in Washington. (more…)