Commissioners review cemetery fencing funding request
By Randy Beaudette
Gilpin County Board of Commissioners regular meeting got under way promptly at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday on March 14, 2017 chaired by Commissioner Gail Watson, along with Commissioners Linda Isenhart and Ron Engles. Also present were County Manager Roger Baker, County Attorney Jim Petrock, and Deputy Clerk to the Board Sharon Cate. (more…)
Canyon Casino team wins Golden Sneaker Award
By Randy Beaudette
Deputy City Clerk Michele Martin rang the historic bell to signify the start of another session the Black Hawk City Council. The regular meeting was called to order by Mayor David Spellman on Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. followed by the recitation of The Pledge of Allegiance. (more…)
Council approves changes to water rates and responsibility
By David Josselyn
Regular Council Meeting
The Central City Regular Council Meeting of Tuesday, February 21, convened at 7:00 p.m. in the Gilpin County Courthouse. Council members; Jeff Aiken, Judy Laratta, and Mayor Kathy Heider were present. (more…)
Commissioners deal with County business
By Randy Beaudette
Gilpin County Board of Commissioners regular meeting got under way promptly at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday on February 28, 2017 chaired by Commissioner Gail Watson, flanked by Commissioners Linda Isenhart and Ron Engels. Also present were County Manager Roger Baker, County Attorney Jim Petrock, and Deputy Clerk to the Board Sharon Cate. (more…)
HCA Chili Dinner & Silent Auction on March 4th
By Randy Beaudette
Timberline Board of Directors called to order their regularly scheduled meeting February 27, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at Timberline Station 7, 14908 Colorado Highway 119. (more…)
Council examines water meter and line maintenance fees
By David Josselyn
The City of Central Council met for a work session on Tuesday, February 7, 2017, to talk about two separate issues; how and to what extent do they want to control the marijuana industry inside the City, and water meter ownership issues. (more…)
Gallagher Amendment of TABOR drops property taxes, creating a $70K reduction in revenue for TFPD
By Randy Beaudette
Timberline Board of Directors called to order their regularly scheduled meeting January 23, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at Timberline Station 7, 14908 Colorado Highway 119. The meeting was attended Board President Chip Smith, Board Vice-Chair Chris Samuelson, Secretary Cheryl Taylor, and Treasurer Rik Henrikson. (more…)
Central City Council meets with an empty seat
By David Josselyn
Regular Council Meeting
The Central City Regular Council Meeting convened at 7:13 p.m. All council members; Jeff Aiken, Judy Laratta, Shirley Voorhies, and Mayor Kathy Heider were present. Also in attendance for Staff were City Clerk Reba Bechtel, City Attorney Marcus McAskin, Finance Director, Abigail Adame, City Manager Daniel Miera, Community Development Director Ray Rears, Public Works Director Sam Hoover, Utilities Director Jason Nelson, and Fire Chief Gary Allen. (more…)
Surveys needed from businesses and residents to establish need for high-speed internet in the county
PRESS RELEASE – Gilpin County announces the kickoff of the Broadband Planning Grant in collaboration with Clear Creek County and funded by the Colorado Department of Local Affairs. (more…)
Participate in the high-speed internet survey coming soon
By Randy Beaudette
Broadband is coming! Broadband is coming! That’s right folks someday Gilpin County will have a high-speed internet just like the rest of the country, but not anytime real soon. (more…)
Council also begins water rate changes and pot moratoriums
By David Josselyn
Regular Council Meeting
The Central City Regular Council Meeting convened at 7:04 p.m. following a work session discussion budget issues and issues on the agenda. All council members; Jeff Aiken, Judy Laratta, Shirley Voorhies, Mayor Pro-tempore Kathy Heider, and Mayor Ron Engels, were present. (more…)
73% of Gilpin Residents Voted in Election
By Randy Beaudette
The Gilpin County Commissioners meeting was called to order at the Gilpin County Courthouse December 6, 2016 at 8:57 a.m. with Commissioners Madam Chair Linda Isenhart, Buddy Schmalz, and Gail Watson. (more…)
Insurance industry doesn’t recognize informal coverage by CCFD as viable solution
By Randy Beaudette
For years elected officials have provided a disservice to the residents of the south portion of Gilpin County. Property owners have not been part of any fire district nor have they paid for any fire protection. (more…)
Gilpin County to receive $1.4 million from DOLA to offset gaming impacts
By Randy Beaudette
Once again, the Gilpin County Commissioners meeting was called to order at the historic Gilpin County Courthouse November 1, 2016 promptly at 9:00 a.m. with Commissioner Chair Linda Isenhart and Commissioners Schmalz and Watson. (more…)
Gilpin County Education Foundation and City Partnership
Black Hawk City leaders joined the Gilpin County Education Foundation (GCEF) Board members last week at the official grand opening ceremony of the Foundation’s new vocational venture, EAGLESmart Convenience Store, on Wednesday, October 12, 2016. (more…)
But fire protection is the only one provided by volunteers
By Randy Beaudette
Timberline Board of Directors called to order their regularly scheduled meeting October 12, 2016 promptly at 7:20 pm. at Timberline Station 7, 14908 Colorado Highway 119. (more…)