February 29, 1972 – September 20, 2013
Lloyd Stace Williams, of Central City, CO, passed away on Friday, September 20th. He was born in Black Hawk, CO on February 29, 1972 to Lloyd and LesLee Williams, both (more…)
Category: News
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Scholarship Dinner to assist Gilpin graduates
Gilpin County Education Foundation
By Sarah Swanson
Last Saturday, September 21, the Gilpin County Education Foundation held its 3rd Annual Scholarship Dinner at the Isle of Capri Casino. The dinner included nearly 50 (more…)
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Gilpin is the mountain transportation corridor after the recent flooding and closing of canyon roads
Gilpin County
By Roger Baker
The snow that appeared on the high mountain peaks this past week reminds us here in the High Country that with just a few degrees difference in temperature the heavy rains of (more…)
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And a’one, and a’two, and a’three … it’s Oktoberfest!
Central City goes Bavarian
By Patty Unruh
Ja, ja! Central City donned its Alpine hats and lederhosen as it wrapped up a season of street festivals with Oktoberfest September 21. Patrons were entertained with sprightly (more…)
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Nick Ferguson, a Director with US Airways
Gilpin Graduate and Navy Officer
By Terrel Ferguson
Many of our community knew Nick Ferguson, who graduated from Gilpin County High School on May 27, 1983. Following graduation, he obtained a management job with a (more…)
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Gilpin Commissioners review county housing needs
Requests for School Resource Officer and Fleet Services Supervisor
By Patty Unruh
The Gilpin County Board of Commissioners (BOCC) met September 24. Those present were Commissioners Buddy Schmalz, Chairman, Connie McLain, and Gail Watson, County (more…)
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Proposed water rate increase for Central City
Work Session floats rate increase to Council for approval
By David Josselyn
The Central City Council met for a work session on Tuesday, September 17th with only one item on the agenda: water rates. (more…)
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Parking structure gets attention at Central City
Council hears all sides regarding proposed parking garage
By David Josselyn
On Tuesday, September 17th, the Central City Council met to deliberate both old and new matters. All members except Alderman Gloria Gaines were present and the meeting was called to order by Mayor Engels at 7:00pm. (more…)
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The history of Black Hawk and Central City explored
Local author pens new book using vintage images to share history of the area
PRESS RELEASE – The newest addition to Arcadia Publishing’s popular Images of America series is Black Hawk and Central City by local author David Forsyth. The book (more…)
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Meet the new staff at Gilpin County School
Their love for young people shines through
By Patty Unruh
Several new staff members have joined Gilpin County School for the 2013-2014 year. Please join parents and community members in welcoming these people who work with Gilpin’s children and youth. (more…)
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Getting in and out of the county during flooding
Gilpin County
By Roger Baker
Gilpin County was spared the most destructive impacts of last week’s rain, but the storms still caused hardship for some, inconvenience (continuing) for many and a certain amount of confusion. (more…)
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Gilpin was “an island”
Rock slides, cave-ins, and instability close area highways
By Patty Unruh
As every Colorado resident is aware, 15 counties in the state were inundated with rain in a historic flood, as Denver and surrounding areas received more than their annual rainfall in (more…)
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Monarch Hotel & Casino to rebrand Riviera signage
Black Hawk Council IGA for courtrooms, 2014 operating plan and budget
By Patty Unruh
Black Hawk Mayor David Spellman and City Council members Linda Armbright, Paul Bennett, Jim Johnson, Greg Moates, and Benito Torres met the afternoon of September 11, 2013 for their regularly scheduled Council meeting. Member Diane Cales was absent.
Use of Courtroom Facilities
The Aldermen approved CB 43, an ordinance approving a memorandum of understanding between the Colorado Judicial Department, Gilpin County, and the City of Black Hawk regarding the use of courtroom facilities. Police Chief Cole stated the memorandum of understanding allows Municipal Court to be held at the court.
2014 Operating Plan and Budget
The Aldermen approved CB 44, an ordinance approving the 2014 operating plan and budget for the Black Hawk Business Improvement District. Mayor Spellman stated this ordinance was a yearly housekeeping item.
Monarch Hotel & Casino Signage
The Aldermen approved Resolution 35-2013, a resolution conditionally approving a certificate of appropriateness for a comprehensive sign plan for the Monarch Hotel & Casino. Vince Harris, Baseline, explained the document was for Council’s review and approval of the rebranding of the Riviera. He stated that Monarch Casino is hoping to have the rebranding done by the end of the year, explaining that staff recommends approval with the two conditions. He stated the resolution includes the license agreement for the two signs over the Main Street right-of-way.
2014 CIRSA Renewal
The Aldermen approved the 2014 CIRSA (Colorado Intergovernmental Risk Sharing Agency) Renewal. Assistant to City Manager for Administration, Melissa Greiner, explained that this is a 3% increase from this year.
5280 Strategies, LLC
The Alderman approved the Second Addendum to Professional Services Agreement with 5280 Strategies, LLC. Greiner explained this extends 5280 Strategies’ contract to 2014 with no increase of fees.
Support to Great Outdoors Colorado
City Manager Lewis explained that in Council’s packet there was a letter sent to Roger Baker and the County for support to Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) for their grant regarding a pavilion at the ball field.
Executive Session
City Attorney Carberry requested an executive session to receive legal advice to a specific legal question. The Council moved and seconded the motion and then adjourned into executive session.
The Council reconvened the regular meeting after the executive session.
Heads Up
Black Hawk City Council meets next on Wednesday, September 25, at 3 p.m. at 211 Church Street in the new Council Chambers next to the Police Department.
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Gilpin Arts Members Show
New exhibit getting high praise
By David Josselyn
A new exhibit is showing at Gilpin Arts Washington Hall featuring works from only members. “This show is really, really, high quality,” exhorts Harv Mastalir, President of (more…)
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Sheriff’s Office reaches milestone
Gilpin County Internet Investigations Unit
PRESS RELEASE – On August 13th, 2013, the Gilpin County Internet Investigations Unit reached a milestone by making their 200th arrest since beginning operation in June of (more…)
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Putting taxpayer-funded facilities to the most cost-efficient use
Gilpin County
By Roger Baker
If the last-minute, deadline-driven communication tower compromise that was the subject of last week’s special meeting of the Gilpin County Commissioners is an example of (more…)