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San Miguel County Puts Ballot Question 1A to Voters

San Miguel County is currently facing a $1.2 million revenue reduction in 2021 due to TABOR and the Gallagher Amendment. Residents of San Miguel County are being asked to decide whether or not the Board of Commissioners can adjust its mill levy, ...

U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Journey to D.C. Begins Nov. 6

U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Journey to D.C. Begins Nov. 6

Delta, Colorado, October 14, 2020 – Each year, a different national forest provides a tree to light up the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol building for the holiday season. The Grand Mesa, Un...

2021 Preliminary Budget Available

San Miguel County is deep in budget season, and our 2021 preliminary budget (PDF) is available online for the public to review. Questions can be directed to the Finance Department at 970-327-4885.

State Guidance for Halloween

The State of Colorado has released guidance about Halloween and COVID-19. Check out their tips and tricks!

Gallagher Amendment and TABOR

Many Colorado counties could be looking at significant revenue losses in 2021. To understand property taxes, the Gallagher Amendment, and the effect of TABOR, check out this informative video from Building a Better Colorado: https://buildingabettercolorad...

Public Land Agencies Rescind Stage 1 Fire Restrictions

Public Land Agencies Rescind Stage 1 Fire Restrictions

Montrose, Colorado, October 1, 2020 – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Gunnison, Uncompahgre and Tres Rios Field Offices; National Park Service (NPS), Black Canyon of the Gunnison National...