News Flash

Posted on: September 29, 2023

Open House scheduled for October 10 in Norwood

Community Open House

Open House scheduled for October 10 in Norwood

Public input being gathered on solar, major utility projects for updated Land Use Code regulations 

 

Media Contact: Kaye Simonson, Planning Director, 970-728-3083, planning@sanmiguelcountyco.g...

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: September 22, 2023

East End Master Plan Draft Released

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East End Master Plan draft released

The public is encouraged to submit comments, attend Oct. 3 open houses

 

Media Contact: Kaye Simonson, Planning Director, 970-728-3083, planning@sanmiguelcountyco.gov

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: September 19, 2023

Fall Vaccine Clinic Registration is Open

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Registration is now open for COVID and Flu vaccine clinics

San Miguel County Public Health expects the updated covid vaccines to arrive the last week of September. In anticipation of the vaccine availability, registration is now open for both flu and Covid...

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: September 12, 2023

Gear Up for Respiratory Season!

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Gear Up for Respiratory Season!

An Update on COVID and Vaccines for RSV, Flu, and COVID-19

 

Media Contact: Grace Franklin, Public Health Director, (970) 728-4289, gracef@sanmiguelcountyco.gov

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: September 1, 2023

GMUG Land Management Plan Released

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GMUG Land Management Plan Released

60-day objection filing period now open

 

Media Contact: Starr Jamison, Natural Resources and Special Projects Director, 970-369-5441, starrj@sanmiguelcountyco.gov

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: August 16, 2023

Good news for workforce housing

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Ilium Valley parcel approved for Community Housing zone

Commissioners give green light for Mountain Village’s intent to develop workforce housing

 

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970-738-5429, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyc...

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: August 2, 2023

County to issue refunds for some Aldasoro property owners

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County to issue refunds for some Aldasoro property owners

ADU buyouts, impact fee errors corrected

 

Media Contact: Rachel Allen, Assistant County Attorney, 970-728-3879, attorney@sanmiguelcountyco.gov

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: March 9, 2023

New Sexual Health Services Offered Free of Charge

New Sexual Health Services Offered Free of Charge NEWS Flash

New Sexual Health Services Offered Free of Charge

Public Health launches BC4U telehealth clinics for people 24 years of age and younger beginning Tuesday, March 14

 

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco...

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: March 2, 2023

Mind the Gap Report: Evaluating Workforce Housing in Colorado Region 10

Mind The Gap Region 10 Report

 

MIND THE GAP REPORT: EVALUATING WORKFORCE HOUSING IN COLORADO REGION 10

In the spring of 2022, the Region 10 League for Economic Assistance and Planning (Region 10), a 501C3 non-profit that local and county governments support, received grant fun...

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: February 14, 2023

Forest Service News Release: Third and Final Call for Title II Project Proposals

Forest Service News Release Title II Project Proposals News Flash

Third and Final Call for Title II Project Proposals 

 Lakewood, Colorado, February 14, 2023 – This is the third and final call for Title II project proposals. The Greater Rocky Mountain Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) has extended the d...

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: February 13, 2023

San Miguel County East End Master Plan Community Survey

SMC East End Community Survey

East End Master Plan Community Survey

County Planning Commission seeks public input to define vision for the region

 Media Contact: Kaye Simonson, Planning Director 970.728.3083, kayes@sanmiguelcountyco.gov

 

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: February 3, 2023

San Miguel County Awarded Composting and Food Waste Reduction (CFWR) Grant by USDA

San Miguel County Awarded USDA Grant Newsflash

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

San Miguel County Awarded Composting and Food Waste Reduction (CFWR) Grant by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Comprehensive Compost and Food Waste Reduction Project Awarded $243,497

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager...

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: February 1, 2023

San Miguel County Community Health Assessment Survey Concludes

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SAN MIGUEL COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH ASSESSMENT SURVEY CONCLUDES

Public Health receives feedback from residents to prioritize future goals and programs

Media Contacts: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.gov

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: January 30, 2023

San Miguel Basin Rodeo Voted 'Most Improved Rodeo of the Year for 2022'

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San Miguel Basin Rodeo Voted 'Most Improved Rodeo of the Year for 2022

Recognized by Colorado Pro Rodeo Association

Media Contact: Janet Kask, Director Parks & Open Space, San Miguel County, 970.369.5469, janetk@...

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: December 23, 2022

Diamond Ridge Rezoning Reversed in District Court

Diamond Ridge Update

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Diamond Ridge Rezoning Reversed in District Court

County and Town addressing setback in high density community housing project

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.gov

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: December 20, 2022

Respiratory Viruses Circulating Leading into the Holidays

Respiratory Viruses Circulating Leading into the Holidays

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Respiratory Viruses Circulating Leading into the Holidays

Prevent the spread of COVID, flu and RSV with simple steps

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.govLindsey Mills, Public Informatio...

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: December 16, 2022

Community Health Assessment Survey Closes Tonight

Community Health Assessment Survey Closes Tonight

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Community Health Assessment Survey Closes Tonight

Public Health seeks final feedback from residents to prioritize future goals and programs

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.govLindsey M...

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: December 15, 2022

Community Urged To Register for New County Alert and Warning System

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Community Urged To Register for New County Alert and Warning System

Contact: Shannon Armstrong, Emergency Manager

970-369-8628 or info@sanmiguelsheriff.org

(December 15, 2022) – San Miguel County public safety officials are launching a n...

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: December 14, 2022

COVID Bivalent Boosters Authorized for Children 6 months to 5 years of age

COVID Bivalent Boosters Authorized for Children 6 months to 5 years of age

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

COVID Bivalent Boosters Authorized for Children 6 months to 5 years of age

Updated boosters protect from new virus strains as winter and holiday activities arrive

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmigu...

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: December 6, 2022

Public Health Website Relaunched

Public Health Website Relaunched

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Public Health Website Relaunched

County COVID dashboard shut down and website information moved

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.govLindsey Mills, Public Information Consultant, lindsey...

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: November 30, 2022

San Miguel County East End Master Plan Pop-Up Events Planned

San Miguel County East End Master Plan Pop-Up Events Planned

San Miguel County East End Master Plan Pop-Up Events Planned

Media Contact: Kaye Simonson, Planning Director, 970.728.3083, kayes@sanmiguelcountyco.gov

(November 30, 2022) – San Miguel County, CO --- San Miguel County along with Design Workshop will be hold...

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: November 29, 2022

Radon Testing Encouraged to Ensure Healthy Homes

Radon Testing Encouraged to Ensure Healthy Homes

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Radon Testing Encouraged to Ensure Healthy Homes

Public Health seeks public input for community health needs

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.govLindsey Mills, Public Information Consul...

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: November 16, 2022

Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot Registration Opens

Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot Registration Opens

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot Registration Opens

Free 5K fun run and walk is back with raffle, awards, holiday festivities

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.govJanet Kask, Dir...

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: November 15, 2022

Community Health Assessment Survey

Community Health Assessment Survey

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Community Health Assessment Survey

Public Health seeks public input for community health needs

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.govLindsey Mills, Public Information Consultant, lindseym...

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: November 2, 2022

Seasonal Concerns for Respiratory Illnesses

Seasonal Concerns for Respiratory Illnesses

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Seasonal Concerns for Respiratory Illnesses

Uptick in RSV cases and hospitalizations statewide draw concern for pediatric hospital capacity

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.govLindsey M...

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San Miguel County News
Posted on: October 14, 2022

FDA and CDC Expand Eligibility for Updated COVID Vaccines to Include Children 5 and Older

FDA and CDC Expand Eligibility for Updated COVID Vaccines to Include Children 5 and Older

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FDA and CDC Expand Eligibility for Updated COVID Vaccines to Include Children 5 and Older

Bivalent boosters address original and omicron strains of the COVID-19 virus

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@san...

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San Miguel County News