Eagle County Government News Feed

Commissioners to continue review of Wolcott plan on Monday

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:40:00 MDT

The Eagle County Board of Commissioners will continue their multi-part review of the Wolcott Planned Unit Development (PUD) preliminary plan during a special meeting on May 20.

Vail bike path remains closed until late May or early June

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:15:00 MDT

Vail bike path remains closed until late May or early June between east Vail, mile marker 180, to Copper Mountain, mile marker 195.

Avon HHS office closed May 10

Thu, 09 May 2013 14:05:00 MDT

Eagle County's Health & Human Services office in Avon will be closed on Friday for maintenance.

Eagle Valley Land Exchange closed

Thu, 09 May 2013 00:55:00 MDT

Entities across the region and state are celebrating final closing on the multi-year, complex Eagle Valley Land Exchange.

EGE receives high marks during annual inspection

Wed, 08 May 2013 13:20:00 MDT

Eagle County Regional Airport has passed its annual FAA airport certification inspection with no deficiencies noted.

Commissioners continue review of Wolcott plan

Fri, 03 May 2013 12:35:00 MDT

The Eagle County Board of Commissioners will continue their multi-part review of the Wolcott Planned Unit Development preliminary plan during their regular meeting on May 7.

Ready, Set Go! workshops planned for May and June

Wed, 01 May 2013 13:15:00 MDT

Local fire agencies throughout Eagle County are joining together to share critical information on how best to prepare and protect private property in neighborhoods at risk for wildfire.

Notices of Valuation mailed May 1

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:15:00 MDT

The Eagle County Assessor’s Office has mailed Notices of Valuation to all property owners of record.

County recognizing Child Abuse Prevention Month

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:45:00 MDT

Child, Family and Adult Services invites community members to recognize April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Eagle County Environmental Health recognizes 2013 poster contest winners

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:25:00 MDT

Eagle County’s Environmental Health recognized 29 fourth grade students during the 23rd annual Earth Day Poster Contest awards ceremony on April 22.

Note to the community regarding Crime Victims’ Rights Week display

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 13:45:00 MDT

Eagle County Crime Victims’ Rights Week display in front of Eagle County Building.

Full payment property tax deadline is April 30

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:35:00 MDT

The deadline for full payment of 2012 property taxes due in 2013 is April 30.

Commissioners to begin review of Wolcott preliminary plan

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:45:00 MDT

The Eagle County Board of Commissioners will begin their review of the Wolcott Planned Unit Development (PUD) preliminary plan during their regular meeting on April 23.

County to begin street sweeping operations

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 12:00:00 MDT

Eagle County Road & Bridge has begun street sweeping operations on county-maintained roads.

Open house set for Thursday on Burns Bridge replacement

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:50:00 MDT

Eagle County will host an open house from 3 to 6 p.m. April 25 at the Northwest District Road & Bridge Facility on the upcoming replacement of the Burns Bridge.

Second Annual 4/20 Drug Free Rally

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 11:35:00 MDT

The Eagle County Sheriff’s Office is co-hosting the second annual 420 Drug Free Rally on Saturday, April 20.

County buys site for proposed senior care facility

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 11:35:00 MDT

Eagle County has finalized the purchase of a 5-acre parcel in Eagle Ranch intended as the future site of the Castle Peak Senior Care Community.

CDOT Projects 2013

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:20:00 MDT

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is facilitating several projects this summer to improve safety and convenience for the traveling public.

National County Government Month Events Calendar 2013

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 15:45:00 MDT

National County Government Month “Smart Justice: Creating Safer Communities” April 2013 Complete Activity & Events List.

County to celebrate April 2013 as ‘National County Government Month’

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 12:00:00 MDT

Eagle County joins the National Association of Counties (NACo) in celebrating April as National County Government Month.

Adoption of Mid Valley Area Community Plan scheduled for April 4

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 10:00:00 MDT

The Roaring Fork Valley Regional Planning Commission will consider final adoption of the Mid Valley Area Community Plan on April 4.

New hotline for reporting abuse or neglect

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 09:10:00 MDT

Eagle County has implemented a new hotline for reporting abuse or neglect of children and adults in the community.

CSU Extension to offer Babysitter Basics Training Program in Gypsum

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 16:30:00 MDT

CSU Extension and the Gypsum Public Library are inviting all fifth through eighth grade students to attend the Babysitter Basics Training Program.

County, town and Forest Service finalize Minturn Boneyard purchase

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 21:35:00 MDT

Closing on the Boneyard Property occurred on March 14 and the parcel is now owned as open space by the Town of Minturn.

LEAP season is coming to a close

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 16:20:00 MDT

Qualifying households may still apply for the Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) until April 30.

Old Age Pension dental assistance program now available

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 14:00:00 MDT

The Old Age Pension dental assistance program provides low income dental care to senior citizens.

Electronic boarding pass scanner in place at EGE

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 14:25:00 MDT

A new electronic boarding pass scanner is now available for traveler convenience at the Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE).

Family Connect Event set for March 10

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 13:45:00 MDT

An event that will connect families with needed services will be held from noon to 3 p.m. on March 10 at Vail Christian High School.

Rocky Mountain Oyster Feed returns March 16

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 16:35:00 MDT

CSU Extension is pleased to announce the return of the Rocky Mountain Oyster Feed 4-H Benefit on March 16.

CSU Extension to offer Master Food Safety Advisor Program in March

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 14:05:00 MDT

CSU Extension is recruiting interested citizens to attend in-depth training sessions on food safety and food preservation through the Master Food Safety Advisor Program.

New foreclosure information kiosk

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 10:05:00 MDT

The Eagle County Public Trustee’s Office has installed a new kiosk at the Eagle County Building that provides information on foreclosures.

March-June Community Food Resources

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 10:15:00 MDT

Information on mobile food pantries in Aspen, Edwards and El Jebel.

Animal Services seeks good homes for adult cats

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 11:50:00 MDT

During the month of February, Eagle County Animal Services is offering reduced pricing for cat adoptions.

ECO Transit seeks input on 2013 summer schedule

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 09:30:00 MDT

ECO Transit will transition to its summer schedule beginning March 31.

CSU Extension to offer Babysitter Basics Training Program in Avon

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 11:15:00 MDT

CSU Extension and the Avon Public Library are inviting all fifth through eighth grade students to attend the Babysitter Basics Training Program.

State of the County presentation scheduled for Feb. 12

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 10:35:00 MDT

Eagle County’s annual State of the County presentation will take place at 11 a.m. Feb. 12 in the Eagle County Room, located at 500 Broadway in Eagle.

Tax bills mailed to Eagle County property owners

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 12:35:00 MDT

As of Jan. 22, tax bills have been mailed to all property owners of record within Eagle County for 2012 property taxes due in 2013.

It’s not too late for a flu shot

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 10:00:00 MDT

Influenza activity is increasing across the country and has resulted in several hospitalizations locally.

Dog license renewals available for 2013

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 14:30:00 MDT

Eagle County Animal Services is reminding the public to renew their pet licenses for 2013.

Animal Services offers pet owners cold weather tips

Thu, 03 Jan 2013 16:05:00 MDT

Eagle County Animal Services is offering winter weather reminders for caring for pets.

ECO Transit offering free late night bus service on New Year’s Eve

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 11:10:00 MDT

ECO Transit will offer free late night bus service outbound from Vail between midnight and 2 a.m. on New Year’s Eve.

Eagle County Christmas tree recycling options

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 15:25:00 MDT

Several opportunities exist for Eagle County residents to recycle Christmas trees or put them to good use after the holidays.

Commissioners adopt 2013 budget; certify mill levies

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 15:05:00 MDT

The Eagle County Board of Commissioners has adopted the 2013 county budget and certified the property tax mill levies for all taxing entities.

Eagle County Open Space acquires 1,200 acres along Colorado River

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 12:10:00 MDT

Eagle County has closed on a conservation easement on the 1,000-acre Colorado River Ranch and has purchased the 230-acre Red Dirt Creek parcel.

Energy Smart to award a home energy upgrade

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 10:35:00 MDT

One lucky home will receive up to $2,500 in materials and pro bono labor from the Energy Smart Team and contractors this holiday season.

ECO Trails Committee names 2012 trail supporters

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 10:35:00 MDT

Andy Garcia of CDOT, Steve Barber of the Eagle Vail Metro District and the Town of Vail have been selected as the 2012 Trail Supporter of the Year winners.

Eagle River Preserve vehicle access closed for the winter

Fri, 07 Dec 2012 14:50:00 MDT

The Eagle River Preserve (ERP) is officially closed to vehicles for the winter season.

Airport to host open house

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 11:00:00 MDT

EGE will host a public open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 10 to celebrate recently completed upgrades to the facility.

Dec. 4 public budget meeting

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 09:00:00 MDT

View the video and PowerPoint presentation from the Dec. 4 public meeting on the 2013 county budget.

ECO Transit’s new print schedule available

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 14:20:00 MDT

With the changeover to winter service, ECO Transit has debuted a new pocket map and schedule for passengers.