Government

Boulder County sustainability grant to Nederland



The Sustainability Matching Grant was established in 2014 to support sustainability efforts in Boulder County communities. The 2024 grant program is funded by revenue from the Sustainability Tax. This year, Nederland was awarded $15,000 to help address its sustainability needs. Nederland will use this money to continue funding the Sustainability Coordinator position. This position was created in 2020 and filled […]

Gilpin commissioners address legislative priorities



The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) opened a work session on Monday, March 11 exclusively online via Microsoft Teams. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the County’s legislative priorities, which were addressed by lobbyists Ed Bowditch and Jennifer Cassell. Commissioners Susan Berumen, Marie Mornis, and Sandy Hollingsworth were present, along with County Manager Ray Rears, Finance […]

McCallister responds to town’s questions



On April 2, 2024, ballots are due for Nederland’s municipal election. On March 4, six of the seven candidates running for the Board of Trustees and the two candidates running for mayor attended a Meet the Candidates Forum, hosted by The Mountain-Ear, during which they answered questions collected from the community. Candidate Riley McCallister was unable to attend the forum […]

Senior Living asks Central for help



In a recent Central City work session held on March 5, Mayor Jeremy Fey presided over discussions centered around the Senior Housing Project proposed by Senator Jeanne Nicholson, President of Gilpin County Senior Living (GCSL) Board of Directors. The proposal addresses the need for affordable and senior-friendly residences in Gilpin County, with Nicholson emphasizing the challenges faced by seniors in […]

New van approved for Gilpin food pantry



The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) called their regular meeting to order at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. In attendance were Commissioners Susan Berumen, Marie A. Mornis, and Sandy Hollingsworth, as well as County Manager Ray Rears, and County Attorney Brad Benning. During Public and Press Comment, Donna Okray-Parman asked if the Board is willing to […]

Two Ned institutions work toward harmony



On Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 7 p.m. the Nederland Board of Trustees (BOT) and Downtown Development Authority (NDDA) met for a joint work session, together with the business support nonprofit Downtown Colorado Inc. (DCI). The meeting was an opportunity to identify projects and areas of focus where the Board and the Authority can collaborate. The Town of Nederland contracted […]

Trooper Tips: Help us help you



Last year, I was assigned to one of the nation’s busiest and most dangerous stretches of Interstate 70. I-70 meticulously winds through the Colorado Rockies as it traverses the nation. In many locations across the country, when trouble falls upon President Eisenhower’s Interstate system, the detour is a minor inconvenience at best. Back up a couple of miles, take an […]

Health hazards of recreational shooting in Western Boulder County



Recreational shooting, sometimes referred to as sport shooting or target shooting, has long been a legal and allowed activity on most USFS (U.S. Forest Service) lands. In the past 15-20 years, however, there has been a dramatic increase in recreational shooting activity, especially in regions near large urban population centers. This increase in shooting activity on public lands, coupled with […]

Central City conducts no new business



Mayor Jeremy Fey called the Central City Council (CCC) meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5. In attendance were Mayor Jeremy Fey, Mayor Pro-tem Kara Tinucci, Alderman Jeff Aiken, Alderman Marcia Enloe, and Alderman Todd Williams. Staff present included City Manager Daniel R. Miera, City Clerk Reba Bechtel, and City Attorney Marcus McCaskin. Gilpin County Commissioner Sandy […]

Jessica Kays holds Meet and Greet



The Elks Lodge in Central City played host to a Meet and Greet event on March 3, 2024, aimed at promoting Jessica Kays for the District 1 County Commissioner seat. Amid discussions on local issues, attendees had the opportunity to engage with Kays and the Republican Committee. A congenial atmosphere prevailed as refreshments were served, and participants discussed various matters […]


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