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GUNNISON WATERSHED SCHOOL DISTRICT
See GWSD website for details gunnisonschools.net
Gunnison Watershed School District believes that students thrive when they are connected to something bigger than themselves. That’s why we create learning experiences that spark curiosity, helping students discover who they are and how to make a difference in the world around them. As they excel in academics, athletics and the arts, students find the confidence to pursue any opportunity in life. Our team is “Driven to be the Difference!”
HOURLY OPPORTUNITIES
Lake - EA/Bilingual Family Liaison GES ELL EA
GES General EA
GCS Significant Support Needs EA
Substitute Teachers Food Service Bus Drivers
PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
CBSS - Math Intervention Teacher
GES - 3rd Grade Teacher
CBSS - .71 Gifted/Talented Teacher
District Psychologist
GCS - Special Education Teacher
COACHING
CBHS - .5 Asst. Cross Country Coach
GMS - 7th Grade Volleyball Coach
Please contact: Superintendent’s Office Kim Fuller 800 N. Boulevard 970-641-7760 kfuller@ gunnisonschools.net
GOLDEN EAGLE is looking for CDL and non-CDL drivers. Pay is based on experience. Call 970-641-3230. THE ADAPTIVE SPORTS CENTER is seeking qualified adaptive instructors to facilitate professional adaptive ski and snowboard activities for the 2025-26 Winter Season. Pay ranges from $23-$33/hour based on experience. Benefits include season pass, certification and membership dues, paid in-house training, paid sick leave, on mountain locker, pro forms, exam reimbursement, mental health program, 401(k) match, workers compensation, monthly stiped, complementary accident insurance, and professional development scholarship opportunities. More information and application are at https://www. adaptivesports.org/careers . Applications are due September 15 and offers may be made earlier for strong candidates.
THE CLUB AT CRESTED BUTTE is hiring the following part-time and full-time seasonal positions: Bartender, $16/hr. + gratuity; Servers, $16/hr. + gratuity; Market Attendants, $16/hr. + gratuity; Dishwasher, $21/hr. + gratuity. Employee benefits include employee discounts and complimentary golf. For more information or to apply, please visit theclubatcrestedbutte.com or email jobs@ clubatcrestedbutte.com.
INTERESTED IN A CAREER WITH BENEFITS? The Crested Butte Bank, a branch of the Gunnison Bank and Trust Company, has an opening for a full-time teller to join the operations side of our growing bank. Applicants should have strong customer service skills, the ability to multi-
GUNNISON COUNTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Patrol Deputy Sheriff: Full-Time, 40 hours/week, the annual salary range is from $72,397.26 to $102,405.83 plus full benefits.
Take home vehicle & uniform allowance provided by the Sheriff’s Office.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Public Works: Full-Time, 40 hours/ week, hourly range from $23.60 to $31.69 plus full benefits.
Summer Seasonal Public Works: 40 hours/week, hourly range from $21.20 to $24.14, depending on experience, plus partial benefits.
Utility Water/Wastewater Operator
Public Works: 40 hours/week, hourly position; initial annual range from $57,900.78 to $65,921.56, depending on experience, plus full benefits.
Temporary Human Resources Coordinator
Human Resources: 40 hours/week, hourly range from $27.84 to $31.69, depending on experience, plus partial benefits.
For more information, including complete job descriptions, required qualifications and application instructions, please visit GunnisonCounty.org/jobs.
WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY
seeks applicants for the following full-time (40 hours/week), fully benefitted positions.
Benefits Eligibility: Medical, dental, vision, health care FSA, and dependent care FSA: All active employees working 40 or more hours per pay period are eligible for benefits on the first of the month following date of hire. PRN staff are not initially eligible for benefits.
Please visit our website for more indepth position descriptions, specific qualification requirements and to apply online at gunnisonvalleyhealth. org/careers or call HR for questions 970-641-1456. (PRN = as needed). All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a negative 10 panel drug screen test, criminal background check, reference checks, infection prevention procedures (TB test, Flu Shot, immunization records, etc.), physical capacity profile and acknowledgement of policies.
task, and a willingness to learn. GB&T fosters a learning environment where you will gain exposure to multiple areas of the bank with a strong foundation in operations. Pay starting at $20. Robust benefits package includes 401(k), medical insurance, vision insurance, life insurance and disability insurance (ST and LT). Pooled transportation is available. Send resume to abrown@crestedbuttebank. com or lbeda@gunnisonbank.com.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN TREES & LANDSCAPING hiring multiple positions for the remainder of our summer season. Come join a team who’s deeply rooted in the Gunnison valley. Visit rockymountaintrees. com/employment/ to view available positions.
THE MT. CRESTED BUTTE WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT is accepting applications for a full-time Wastewater Operator and/or Licensed Electrician to join a team responsible for operating and maintaining the wastewater treatment plant and collection system for the District. Entry-Level: Starting salary $53,100 to $59,500. A valid Colorado driver’s license is required, and a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is preferred at time of hire or must be obtained within one (1) year. A State of Colorado Collections and Wastewater license, or the ability to obtain both within one (1) year, is required (training material provided).
Experienced Operators or Licensed Electricians: Starting salary $59,500 to $75,000. Operators must meet entry-level qualifications and have experience in construction, field operations, lab analysis, and electrical/mechanical/maintenance repair.
Operators work a 4-day, 10-hour work schedule, participate in an on-call rotation, including select weekends and holidays. The District offers an excellent benefits package including the following: 100% employer-paid family health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance premiums, 12 paid holidays, paid
Western’s benefit package includes retirement and insurance plans (with generous employer contributions), employee and dependent tuition benefits, paid vacation, paid sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year. Employees receive basic life insurance and disability insurance at no cost. Employee wellness programs and professional development trainings are available for free!
Equipment Mechanic II: This position provides vehicle maintenance and repair of Western Colorado University and other State of Colorado vehicles. It also performs maintenance and repair of other campus equipment, maintains shop and inventory, and trains new fleet employees. Starting pay $26.44 per hour ($55,000 annually).
Project Planner I: This position manages all aspects of campus facility/operations projects, including analyzing cost and value, coordinating work with contractors, and ensuring that construction projects are executed according to Colorado codes and laws, Office of the State Architect processes, and institutional policies. Starting pay $36.06 per hour ($75,000 annually).
Security I: This position patrols campus grounds to identify safety hazards and verify safe conditions, responds to traffic/ parking violations, documents incidents/responses, and notifies local law enforcement (as needed). Starting pay rate $17.38/hour. This position is scheduled for night shifts (8:00pm – 6:00am) and is paid an additional 14% ($19.81/hour) for weeknights and 20% ($20.85/hour) for weekends.
To view the full job announcements and apply, visit western.edu/jobs and click on “View Careers” (EOE)
vacation, personal and sick leave, a wellness bonus, employer-provided uniforms, boots, personal protective equipment and a retirement plan with up to 8% employer match. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to Mt. Crested Butte Water and Sanitation District, PO Box 5740, Mt. Crested Butte, CO 81225, or email info@ mcbwsd.com. Position is open until it is filled. Full job description available at mcbwsd.
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Responsible for the operation of the water supply, distribution, and storage systems. They also perform maintenance, repairs and construction of water distribution, sewer collection, irrigation and storm drain systems, installations, repairs, and testing on all water meters.
Emergency Communications Specialist
Full-Time, $56,900-$70,100/yr
$27.36-$33.70/hr
Performs public contact and communications duties necessary for the dispatching of all law enforcements agencies, emergency medical services, and fire departments for emergency and non-emergency situations.
Police Officer
Full-Time, $73,500-$90,700/yr
Performs technical, professional, and administrative duties related to maintaining the security of the City, protecting constitutional guarantees of all persons, protecting life and property, preserving public peace and order, reventing, solving and detecting crimes, facilitating the safe movement of people and vehicles, and other emergency services as needed. POST Certification not required. The City will pay for the Police Academy if needed and pay a cadet wage while attending the Academy. Includes a $15,000 hiring bonus.
Part-Time Openings
Instructors:
After-School
$18.61-$22.64/hr
Youth Soccer Coach: $18.61-$22.64/hr
Lifeguards: $23.00-$29.33/hr
The City of Gunnison offers a competitive benefit package including 75% of medical, dental and vision premiums paid for the employee and their dependents, 5% of gross wages in a retirement plan, 3 weeks of vacation (increasing based on the years of service), 13 paid holidays, and 12 days of sick leave per year. Transitional, temporary housing may be available.
For more information, including complete job descriptions, benefit packages, required job qualifications and application instructions, please visit GunnisonCO.gov/HR.
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adventure-based programming for people with disabilities, their friends and family members. Join a fast-paced, professional team in a state-of-the-art facility in the Crested Butte Mountain Resort base area. This is a full time, seasonal, exempt position mid November through early to mid April. Salary range is $23,000 - $31,000 based on experience; must work weekends, some holidays, occasional evenings; competitive benefits package including 401(k), paid time off, additional monthly stipend, season pass, ski/equipment locker, access to pro deals, professional licenses/certification reimbursements, mental health funding (estimated benefit value of an additional $9.52 - $11.00 per hour). Desired start date is November 10 or until the position is filled. To apply, submit a letter of interest, resume and references to Elizabeth Philbin, Assistant Program Director, elizabeth@ adaptivesports.org. Subject Line: “Winter Training Manager”. The Adaptive Sports Center is an inclusive organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HEARTH DESIGN BUILD: Small local dynamic firm dedicated to community housing. Seeking passionate and driven individuals for carpentry & excavation work. hearthdesignbuild.org or hearthdesignbuild@gmail.com. 802-5959576.
SAGUACHE COUNTY LAND USE
DEPARTMENT is accepting applications for a full time Code Enforcement Officer position. Salary to be determined on experience starting at $42,000/year. Applicants must have a valid Colorado Drivers License, must pass a criminal background check as well as a pre-employment drug test.
The County Employee benefit package includes vision, dental and health insurance coverage, paid time off, and a generous 401k retirement plan. The employment application and job description can be found on HYPERLINK “http://www.saguachecounty.colorado.gov” www.saguachecounty.colorado.gov, picked up at the Saguache County Administration Office, 505 3rd Street, Saguache, CO or can be emailed to you, please contact April Quintana at 719-655-2231.
Completed applications can be hand delivered to the Saguache County Land Use Department, Attention Amber Wilson, 505 3rd Street, mailed to PO Box 326, Saguache, CO 81149 or emailed to HYPERLINK “mailto:atorrez@saguachecounty-co. gov” atorrez@saguachecounty-co.gov. Applications will be accepted until filled. Saguache County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
THE TOWN OF PITKIN is seeking a town attorney. Please submit proposals, including a fixed monthly rate and hourly rate for additional services, to thetownofpitkin@ gmail.com. Monthly requirements are typically 5-hours or less and include: - communicate with the Mayor and Clerk as needed - review/draft ordinances as needed - attend monthly meetings on the 3rd Monday of the month 7-9 p.m. (remote attendance is an option and preference will be given to someone who could travel to be at one meeting each quarter)
Additional work is billed at an hourly rate. Additional work hours have been typically minimal (2023 - 12.2 additional hours; 2024 - 18 additional hours; 2025 to date - 8.4 additional hours).
WEST ELK HOCKEY ASSOCIATION is hiring the following two part-time seasonal positions: Part-Time Youth Hockey Director: Responsible for overseeing all coaches and player development. Salary range $15$20,000 for the period 9/15/25—3/15/26. Part-Time Adult Hockey Coordinator: responsible for overseeing all adult leagues including schedules & officials. Salary range $7,500-$10,000 for the period 9/15/25— 3/15/26. Please apply with Cover Letter & Resume to coachbill@wehockey.org.
ID SCULPTURE
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environments.
IDS provides secure, year-round indoor and outdoor work in a unique fabrication environment with opportunity for travel and room for advancement. Benefits include 80 hrs. of PTO annually, (10) paid holidays annually, health/dental/life insurance and a matching 401(k). ID Sculpture is a PlayCore company and an equal opportunity employer. We are currently seeking:
Production Assistant(s):
Ideal candidates possess a positive attitude, good work ethic and are eager to learn. Applicants must have physical strength, hand-eye coordination and endurance. Initial responsibilities are to provide general labor and assist artists, fabricators and shipping departments as needed. Compensation is $22-$27/hr. DOE.
Project Fabricator(s):
Ideal candidates have construction trades experience (min 5 years), welding experience (structural certification preferred), steel fabrication (min 2 years preferred), the ability to work well with a team and a positive attitude. Responsibilities are to fabricate various components for standard and custom products using steel and a variety of other materials. Compensation is $26-$35/ hr. DOE.
Assistant CNC Operator: You’ll be working in a unique fabrication environment using cutting edge digital fabrication equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, a desire to learn and the ability to work in a fast paced, highly coordinated environment.
Some CNC experience is preferred. Full time position with benefits, PTO and opportunities for growth. Compensation is $22-$28/hr. DOE.
To apply for this unique opportunity, A position application and full description is available at playcore.com/careers.
GUNNISON LIQUOR (The Ghost) is currently looking for part-time help. Nights and weekends a must. Employee discounts and paid time off. Pay DOE. Stop by with a resume. 603 W. Tomichi Ave., Gunnison.
GUNNISON COUNTY ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION is currently seeking applications for a Billing Assistant I position. This is a full-time position that will be reporting to the Gunnison, Colorado, headquarters location. This position performs routine billing and customer account support functions under close supervision. This is an entry-level position that assists in producing, maintaining, and verifying the accuracy of member, billing, and capital credit records. Providing excellent customer service is required. The pay range is between $60,382 - $80,496 a year. Starting pay will be dependent on qualifications and experience and will be paid on an hourly basis. This position is eligible for overtime pay; however, overtime is seldom required. Upon meeting eligibility requirements this position offers health care benefits, retirement benefits, paid time off and paid scheduled holidays. To see the job description with a complete list of duties, and qualifications and to learn how to apply please see our website at: gcea. coop (about tab, careers section). Deadline to apply is August 18, 2025.
THE CLUB AT CRESTED BUTTE is hiring the following part-time and full-time Front Desk Attendant, $18-22/hr. Employee benefits include employee discounts and complimentary golf. For more information or to apply, please visit theclubatcrestedbutte. com or email jobs@clubatcrestedbutte.com.
THE TOWN OF CRESTED BUTTE is seeking a skilled Mechanic to join our Public Works team. This position performs maintenance and major repairs on a wide range of vehicles and equipment, including diesel, gas, and electric-powered systems. Responsibilities include diagnostics, preventative maintenance, welding, fabrication, equipment operation, and record keeping. 2+ years of experience in vehicle/ equipment repair required. This full-time, year-round role offers a competitive salary ($55,458-$80,406 DOQ) and a generous benefits package, including 100% employerpaid health coverage. The Town of Crested Butte is an equal employment opportunity employer. Please send your resume, cover letter, and application tojobs@crestedbutteco.gov.
READY FOR A CAREER CHANGE?
Consider a fresh start at Crested Butte Glass, and become the newest glazier to join the team. What’s a glazier?
Glazier: (noun) - A tradesperson responsible for cutting, installing, and removing glass. We are magicians at replacing fogged or broken window glass, and we are artists at creating beautiful glass shower enclosures. We have fun during mirror installations, we get to use somewhat-dangerous machinery in the shop, and we occasionally cut glass using fire! It’s a delicate job that requires a sturdy person, a fantastic work ethic, and an attention to detail. A basic knowledge of simple tools can really help, but we’ll provide all the guidance to train you the CBG way. We are a locally owned and operated business, so manners and gentlemanliness (or ladylikeness) go a long way; but so does a good sense of humor! If you are ambitious and eager, let’s chat! We have (too much!) steady work and plenty of nice people around who need our help. We don’t discriminate, but a clean driving record and fluent English are definitely required. Debe hablar ingles fluido, sin excepciones.
Fun fact: CBG is actually located in Gunnison, but if you live in either town, or somewhere nearby, coordinating schedules is possible. Basically, we are looking for a friendly, trainable person who has a longterm vision of a career with us. We work long days Monday-Thursday, and enjoy 3-day weekends regularly. Pay DOE. We invite you to explore this opportunity. All interested individuals who make contact with us will be considered, and followed up with, whether they make the cut or not. We value good communication and follow through. Please send resumes and inquiries to: jaime@crestedbutteglass.com.
THE TOWN OF CRESTED BUTTE is seeking an experienced Finance and Administrative Services Director. This fulltime, year-round role offers a competitive salary ($116K–$142K DOQ) and a generous benefits package, including 100% employerpaid health coverage. If you have a strong background in financial management, budgeting, and leadership—and a passion for serving your community—apply today. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required. MBA and CPA preferred. Minimum of ten years of professional experience, including at least five years of directly relevant work in an accounting or financial management position. Government accounting experience is preferred. The Town of Crested Butte is an equal employment opportunity employer. Please send your resume, cover letter, and application to jobs@crestedbutte-co.gov.
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN: Crested Yeti Property Management is hiring for a Maintenance Technician. Full-time yearround position. Benefits include IRA match, ski pass, PTO, paid personal fuel, and use of company truck during work hours. Duties include driving bobcat for snow removal, general maintenance, and mowing on a riding mower. $29 per hour. Send resume to Hop@CrestedYeti.com.
NOTICE
HOME SCHOOL STUDENTS:
The parent or guardian of a resident student who will be participating in a home schooling program for the 2025-26 school year must submit in writing to the superintendent the name, age, residence, and hours of instruction at least 14 days before starting the program in the first year and each subsequent year. Home school packets may be found on the GWSD district website. gunnisonschools.net/families-students/ homeschool
REAL ESTATE
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Legals
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
Call for Nominations for School Directors Gunnison Watershed School District Gunnison County, Colorado
The Gunnison Watershed School District in the County of Gunnison, State of Colorado, calls for the nomination of candidates for school directors to be placed on the ballot for the regular biennial school election to be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
At this election, one director will be elected representing South of Round Mountain for a term of office of four years, and one director will be elected representing North of Round Mountain for a term of office of four years. To be qualified, a candidate must have been a registered elector of the school district for at least 12 consecutive months before the election. A person is ineligible to run for school director if he or she has been convicted of committing a sexual offense against a child.
A person who desires to be a candidate for school director shall file a written notice of intention to be a candidate and a nomination petition signed by at least 50 eligible electors who are registered to vote in the regular biennial school election.
Nomination petitions may be obtained beginning August 6, 2025, from Kim Fuller, Designated Election Official. Completed petitions shall be submitted to Kim Fuller no later than 3:30 pm on August 29, 2025. Office hours are 8:00 am to 3:30 pm.
Petitions may be obtained and submitted to the following locations:
August 6th – August 15th at Gunnison High School Counseling Office, 800 W. Ohio St., Gunnison, CO. 81230 August 18th – August 29th at the GWSD District Office, 800. N. Boulevard St., Gunnison, CO. 81230
Gunnison Country Times
Gunnison, Colorado
Publication dates of July 24, 31 and August 7, 14, 21, 28, 2025
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NOTICE OF BUDGET
NOTICE CONCERNING THE AMENDED BUDGET OF NORTH FORK AMBULANCE HEALTH SERVICE DISTRICT
NOTICE is hereby given that an amended budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of North Fork Ambulance Health Service District for the year 2025; that copies of this proposed budget have been filed in the office of the District at 110 E Hotchkiss Ave, Hotchkiss, Colorado, where the same is open for public inspection; and that such amended budget will be considered at a public hearing of the Board of Directors of the District to be held at 110 E Hotchkiss Ave, Hotchkiss, Colorado on Wednesday August 20, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. Any elector within the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget, inspect the budget and file or register any objections thereto.
NORTH FORK AMBULANCE HEALTH SERVICE DISTRICT
By: Diane Perry Secretary to the Board
Gunnison Country Times Gunnison, Colorado Publication date of August 14, 2025 18230
NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT
NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT CITY OF GUNNISON N 12TH ST MILL OVERLAY REBID 24-35
NOTICE is hereby given that on or after August 28, 2025, final settlement will be made with PAVEMENT MAINTENANCE SERVICES, INC., PO BOX 1228, SALIDA, CO 81201, by the CITY OF GUNNISON, 201 W. VIRGINIA AVE, GUNNISON, CO 81230, on a contract for labor and materials for a project known as 12th ST MILL OVERLAY REBID 24-35, IN GUNNISON COUNTY, COLORADO. Any person, co-partnership, company, association of persons, or corporation who has an unpaid claim against PAVEMENT MAINTENANCE SERVICES, INC., or its subcontractors, for labor and materials, may, at any time, up to closing of business on the last work day prior to final settlement, that is, by August 25, 2025, at 4:30 p.m., file a verified statement of the amount due with JACKIE JOHNSON, PROCUREMENT, CONTRACTS & GRANTS ADMINISTRATOR, 201 W VIRGINIA AVE, PO BOX 239, GUNNISON, CO 81230, email jjohnson@gunnisonco.gov pursuant to C.R.S. 38-26-107, as amended. Failure on the part of the Claimant to make such verified statement, prior to the final settlement date, on the contract with
DIVISION 5 WATER COURT- JULY 2025 RESUME
WATER RESUME
(This publication can be viewed in its entirety on the Colorado State Judicial website at: www.coloradojudicial.gov).
10. PURSUANT TO C.R.S., §37-92-302, AS AMENDED, YOU ARE NOTIFIED THAT THE FOLLOWING PAGES COMPRISE A RESUME OF THE APPLICATIONS AND AMENDED APPLICATIONS FILED WITH THE WATER CLERK FOR WATER DIVISION 5 DURING THE MONTH OF JULY 2025. The water right claimed by this application may affect in priority any water right claimed or heretofore adjudicated within this division and owners of affected rights must appear to object and protest within the time provided by statute or be forever barred.
25CW3119 PITKIN COUNTY. CRYSTAL RIVER OR ITS TRIBUTARIES. Crystal Basin Holdings, LLC, c/o Corona Water Law, 218 E. Valley Road #104 PMB 166, Carbondale, CO 91623, (970) 948-6523, cc@craigcoronalaw.com.
APPLICATION FOR FINDING OF REASONABLE DILIGENCE AND TO MAKE ABSOLUTE. Structure: Upper Coal Creek Diversion. Original decree: 3/27/12. Case No.: 06CW278. Division 5 Water Court. Diligence decree: 18CW3035, 7/7/19. Legal description: SE SE S10, T10S R89W 6th P.M.; 1,075 feet from South section line, 1,100 feet from East section line. Source: Coal Creek, tributary to the Crystal, Roaring Fork, and Colorado Rivers. Appropriation date: 12/6/04. Use: fill and refill Coal Creek Augmentation Pond Amount: 3.0 c.f.s., conditional. Work toward completion of the appropriation is included with the Application. Structure: Lower Coal Creek Diversion. Original decree: 3/27/12. Case No.: 06CW278. Division 5 Water Court. Diligence decree: 18CW3035, 7/7/19/ Legal description: SE SE S10, T10S R89W 6th P.M.; 1,100 feet from South section line, 765 feet from East section line. Source: Coal Creek, tributary to Crystal, Roaring Fork, and Colorado Rivers. Appropriation date:12/6/04. Use: fill and refill Coal Creek Pond No. 1, Coal Creek Pond No. 2, and Coal Creek Overlook Pond. Amount: 3.0 c.f.s., conditional. Work towards the completion of the appropriation is included with the Application. Absolute claim: Date: June 9, 2020. Amount: 3.0 c.f.s. Use: fill and refill Coal Creek Pond No. 2. Place of use: Crystal Basin Holdings, LLC’s property. Amount remaining conditional: 3.0 c.f.s. for filling and refilling Coal Creek Pond No. 1 and Coal Creek Overlook Pond. Structure: Upper South Dutch Creek Diversion. Original decree: 3/27/12. Case No.: 06CW278. Division 5 Water Court. Diligence decree: 18CW3035, 7/7/19. Legal description: NW NW S15 T10S R89W 6th P.M.; 610 feet from North section line, 480 feet from West section line. Source: Unnamed tributary to Dutch Creek, tributary to Coal Creek, the Crystal, Roaring Fork, and Colorado Rivers. Appropriation date:12/6/04. Use: fill and refill Lamphouse Pond. Amount: 3.0 c.f.s., conditional. Work towards the completion of the appropriation is included with the Application. Structure: Lower South Dutch Creek Diversion. Original decree: 3/27/12. Case No.: 06CW278. Division 5 Water Court. Diligence decree: 18CW3035, 7/7/19. Legal description: NW NW S15, T10S R89W, 6th P.M.; 420 feet from North section line, 730 feet from West section line. Source: Unnamed tributary to Dutch Creek, tributary to Coal Creek the Crystal, Roaring Fork, and Colorado Rivers. Appropriation date:12/6/04. Use: To fill and refill Dutch Creek Pond No. 1. Amount: 3.0 c.f.s., conditional. Work towards the completion of the appropriation is included with the Application. Structure: Upper Dutch Creek Diversion. Original decree: 3/27/12. Case No.: 06CW278. Division 5 Water Court. Diligence decree: 18CW3035, 7/7/19. Legal description: NE NW S15, T10S R89W, 6th P.M.; 340 feet from North section line, 2,300 feet from East section line. Source: Dutch Creek, tributary to Coal Creek, the Crystal, Roaring Fork, and Colorado Rivers. Appropriation date:12/6/04. Use: fill and refill Dutch Creek Pond No. 2. Amount: 3.0 c.f.s., conditional. Work towards completion of the appropriation is included with the Application. Structure: Lower Dutch Creek Diversion. Original decree: 3/27/12. Case No.: 06CW278. Division 5 Water Court. Diligence decree: 18CW3035, 7/7/19. Legal description: NE NE S15 T10S R89W 6th P.M.; 480 feet from North section line, 420 feet from East section line. Source: Dutch Creek, tributary to Coal Creek, the Crystal, Roaring Fork, and Colorado Rivers. Appropriation date:12/6/04. Use: fill and refill Dutch Creek Pond No. 3. Amount: 3.0 c.f.s., conditional. Work towards completion of the appropriation was included with the Application. Structure: Coal Creek Pond No. 1. Original decree: 3/27/12. Case No.: 06CW278. Division 5 Water Court. Diligence decree: 18CW3035, 7/7/19. Legal description: SW SW S11 T10S R89W 6th P.M.; 1,060 feet from South section line, 590 feet from West section line. Coal Creek Pond No. 1 will be filled and refilled by the Lower Coal Creek Diversion Source: Coal Creek, tributary to the Crystal, Roaring Fork, and Colorado Rivers. Appropriation date: 12/6/04. Uses: Irrigation, firefighting, piscatorial, recreational, aesthetic, and wildlife watering. Amount: 15-acre feet, conditional, to be filled and refilled in-priority Diversion rate: 3.0 c.f.s., conditional. Work towards completion of the appropriation was included with the Application. Structure: Coal Creek Pond No. 2. Original decree: 3/27/12. Case No.: 06CW278. Division 5 Water Court. Diligence decree: 18CW3035, 7/7/19. Legal description: SW SW S11, T10S R89W, 6th P.M.; 990 feet from South section line, 250 feet from West section line. Coal Creek Pond No. 2 is filled and refilled by the Lower Coal Creek Diversion Source: Coal Creek, tributary to the Crystal, Roaring Fork, and Colorado Rivers. Appropriation date: 12/6/04. Uses: Irrigation, firefighting, piscatorial, aesthetic, wildlife propagation, and recreational. Amount: 25 AF, conditional, to be filled and refilled in-priority. Diversion rate: 3.0 c.f.s., conditional. Work towards completion of the appropriation was included with the Application. Claim to make absolute: Date: Coal Creek Pond No. 2 was initially filled June 9, 2020. Amount: 8.4 AF. Surface area: 1.2 acres Uses: Irrigation, firefighting, piscatorial, aesthetic, wildlife propagation, and recreational. Place of use: Crystal Basin Holdings, LLC’s property. Amount remaining conditional: 16.6 AF. Structure: Coal Creek Augmentation Pond. Original decree: 3/27/12. Case No.: 06CW278. Division 5 Water Court. Diligence decree: 18CW3035, 7/7/19. Legal description: SE SE S10 T10S R89W, 6th P.M.; 1,220 feet from South section line, 500 feet from East section line. Coal Creek Augmentation Pond will be filled and refilled by the Upper Coal Creek Diversion. Source: Coal Creek, tributary to the Crystal, Roaring Fork, and Colorado Rivers. Appropriation date: 12/6/04. Uses: Irrigation, augmentation, firefighting, piscatorial, aesthetic, wildlife watering and recreational. Amount: 15 AF, conditional, to be filled and refilled in-priority. Diversion rate: 3.0 c.f.s., conditional. Work towards completion of the appropriation was included with the Application. Structure: Lamphouse Pond. Original decree: 3/27/12. Case No.: 06CW278. Division 5 Water Court. Diligence decree: 18CW3035, 7/7/19. Legal description: NW NW S15, T10S R89W, 6th P.M.; 180 feet from North section line, 850 feet from West section line. Lamphouse Pond will be filled and refilled by the Upper South Dutch Creek Diversion. Source: Unnamed tributary to Dutch Creek, tributary to Coal Creek, the Crystal, Roaring Fork, and Colorado Rivers. Appropriation date: 12/6/04. Uses: Irrigation, firefighting, piscatorial, aesthetic, wildlife watering, and recreational. Amount: 20 AF, conditional , to be filled and refilled in-priority. Diversion rate: 3.0 c.f.s., conditional. Work towards completion of the appropriation was included with the Application. Structure: Dutch Creek Pond No. 1. Original decree: 3/27/12. Case No.: 06CW278. Division 5 Water Court. Diligence decree: 18CW3035, 7/7/19. Legal description: NE NW S15, T10S R89W 6th P.M.; 630 feet from North section line, 1,500 feet from West section line. Dutch Creek Pond No. 1 will be filled and refilled by the Lower South Dutch Creek Diversion. Source: Unnamed tributary to Dutch Creek, tributary to Coal Creek, the Crystal, Roaring Fork, and Colorado Rivers. Appropriation date: 12/6/04. Uses: Irrigation, firefighting, piscatorial, aesthetic, wildlife watering and recreational. Amount: 25 AF, conditional, to be filled and refilled in-priority. Diversion rate: 3.0 c.f.s., conditional. Work towards completion of the appropriation was included with the Application. Structure: Dutch Creek Pond No. 2. Original decree: 3/27/12. Case No.: 06CW278. Division 5 Water Court. Diligence decree: 18CW3035, 7/7/19. Legal description: NW NE S15, T10S, R89W, 6th P.M.; 700 feet from North section line, 2,200 feet from East section line. Dutch Creek Pond No. 2 will be filled and refilled by the Upper Dutch Creek Diversion. Source: Dutch Creek, tributary to Coal Creek, tributary to the Crystal, Roaring Fork, and Colorado Rivers. Appropriation date: 12/6/04. Uses: Irrigation, firefighting, piscatorial, aesthetic, wildlife watering, and recreational. Amount: 15 AF, conditional, to be filled and refilled in-priority. Diversion rate: 3.0 c.f.s., conditional. Work towards completion of the appropriation was included with the Application. Structure: Dutch Creek Pond No. 3. Original decree: 3/27/12. Case No.: 06CW278. Division 5 Water Court. Diligence decree: 18CW3035, 7/7/19. Legal description: NE NE S15, T10S, R89W, 6th P.M.; 150 feet from North section line, 20 feet from East section line. Dutch Creek Pond No. 3 will be filled and refilled by the Lower Dutch Creek Diversion. Source: Dutch Creek, tributary to Coal Creek, tributary to the Crystal, Roaring Fork, and Colorado Rivers. Appropriation date:12/6/04. Uses: Irrigation, firefighting, piscatorial, aesthetic, wildlife watering, and recreational. Amount: 15 AF, conditional, to be filled and refilled in-priority. Diversion rate: 3.0 c.f.s., conditional. Work towards completion of the appropriation was included with the Application. Structure: Coal Creek Overlook Pond. Original decree: 3/27/12. Case No.: 06CW278. Division 5 Water Court. Diligence decree: 18CW3035, 7/7/19. Legal description: SE SE S10, T10S, R89W, 6th P.M.; 300 feet from South section line, 430 feet from East section line. Coal Creek Overlook Pond will be filled and refilled by the Lower Coal Creek Diversion. Source: Coal Creek, tributary to the Crystal, Roaring Fork, and Colorado Rivers. Appropriation date: 12/6/04. Uses: Irrigation, firefighting, piscatorial, aesthetic, wildlife watering, and recreational. Amount: 15 AF, conditional, to be filled and refilled in-priority. Diversion rate: 3.0 c.f.s., conditional. Work towards completion of the appropriation was included with the Application. The Applicant owns the land on which the structures are located and the water will be put to beneficial use. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT YOU HAVE until the last day of SEPTEMBER 2025 to file with the Water Clerk a verified Statement of Opposition setting forth facts as to why this application should not be granted or why it should be granted in part or on certain conditions. A copy of such statement of opposition must also be served upon the applicant or the applicant’s attorney and an affidavit or certificate of such service shall be filed with the Water Clerk, as prescribed by Rule 5, CRCP. (Filing Fee: $192.00) KATHY POWERS, Water Clerk, Water Division 5; 109 8th Street, Suite 104 Glenwood Springs, CO 81601.
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Gunnison, Colorado Publication date of August 14, 2025
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DIVISION 5 WATER COURT- JULY 2025 RESUME
WATER RESUME
(This publication can be viewed in its entirety on the Colorado State Judicial website at: www.coloradojudicial.gov).
3. PURSUANT TO C.R.S., §37-92-302, AS AMENDED, YOU ARE NOTIFIED THAT THE FOLLOWING PAGES COMPRISE A RESUME OF THE APPLICATIONS AND AMENDED APPLICATIONS FILED WITH THE WATER CLERK FOR WATER DIVISION 5 DURING THE MONTH OF JULY 2025. The water right claimed by this application may affect in priority any water right claimed or heretofore adjudicated within this division and owners of affected rights must appear to object and protest within the time provided by statute or be forever barred.
25CW3112 GUNNISON COUNTY – APPLICATION FOR WATER STORAGE RIGHT – 1. Name, Address, Phone Number, and E-Mail Address of Applicant. Treasure Mountain Ranch Inc., c/o Stuart Gillespie, Treasurer, 1203 Colorado Ave., Glenwood Springs, Colorado 81611; Phone: (901) 240-5188; E-mail: stuart.j.gillespie@gmail.com. Copies of all pleadings to David F. Bower and Cameron C. Frazier, Johnson & Repucci LLP, 850 W. South Boulder Road, Suite 100, Louisville, Colorado 80027; Phone: (303) 546-5608; E-mail: dfbower@j-rlaw.com and ccfrazier@j-rlaw.com. 2. Claim for Conditional Storage Right. (a) Name of Storage Structure. Treasure Mountain Ranch Pond No. 1. (b) Location. SW1/4 of Section 27 and NW1/4 of Section 34, Township 11 South, Range 87 West, of the 6th P.M. A map showing the general location of the Treasure Mountain Ranch and the pond is attached to the application as Exhibit A. (c) Description of Filler Structure. (i) Name of Ditch. Crystal Spring, Ditch & Pipeline [WDID 3801261]. (ii) Original Decree. Civil Action No. 5884, Garfield County District Court, Priority No. 735 for Water District 38, with an adjudication date of November 5, 1971 and an appropriation date of August 30, 1916. (iii) Decreed Legal Description. “… at a point at the terminus of the said spring area whence an iron pin in place, for corner No. 3 of Mineral Survey No. 7849 Township 11, South, Range 87 West of the 6th Principal Meridian bears South 25°26ʹ29ʺ East 290.40 feet.” (iv) Location of Headgate. NE1/4 NW1/4 of Section 34, Township 11 South, Range 87 West, of the 6th P.M., at a point described as Zone 13, NAD83, Easting 318686, Northing 4325135. (v) Rate of Fill. 1 cfs. (d) Sources. Springs, seeps, and other surface flows tributary to the South Fork of the Crystal River, tributary to the Crystal River, tributary to the Roaring Fork River, tributary to the Colorado River. (e) Appropriation Date. Date of application. (f) Amount. 4 acre-feet, conditional, with the right to fill and refill. (g) Uses. Recreation, piscatorial, fire protection, and augmentation. (h) Surface Area of the High Water Line. 1.0 acre. (i) Height and Length of Dam. The dam will be less than 10 feet in height and non-jurisdictional. (j) Total Capacity. 4 acre-feet. (k) Remarks. The Treasure Mountain Ranch Pond No. 1 will be used as a recreational amenity for the Treasure Mountain Ranch development. In addition, the pond will be the primary source of fire protection water for the area and can be used as an augmentation supply, if necessary, to replace out-of-priority depletion within the upper Crystal River basin. This application does not seek or claim a plan for augmentation, and any use of the pond for augmentation purposes at the Treasure Mountain Ranch or other locations will be pursuant to a separate matter. The amount claimed is based on Applicant’s estimate of the maximum volume of the pond; however, the final dimensions and capacity of the Treasure Mountain Ranch Pond No. 1 are still being determined. Topography and other siting and operational considerations may require construction of more than one impoundment structure that, combined, will be considered part of the Treasure Mountain Pond No. 1 appropriation. 3. Name and Address of Landowner Upon which any New or Modified Diversion or Storage Structure is Located. The Treasure Mountain Ranch Pond No. 1 will be on land owned by Applicant. WHEREFORE, Applicant respectfully requests that the Court grant the claim for water storage right as set forth above. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT YOU HAVE until the last day of SEPTEMBER 2025 to file with the Water Clerk a verified Statement of Opposition setting forth facts as to why this application should not be granted or why it should be granted in part or on certain conditions. A copy of such statement of opposition must also be served upon the applicant or the applicant’s attorney and an affidavit or certificate of such service shall be filed with the Water Clerk, as prescribed by Rule 5, CRCP. (Filing Fee: $192.00) KATHY POWERS, Water Clerk, Water Division 5; 109 8th Street, Suite 104 Glenwood Springs, CO 81601.
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Gunnison, Colorado
Publication date of August 14, 2025
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