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TARGET PRACTICE: Archer Zac Cremer takes aim during the Beaver Creek Classic 3D archery tournament on Sunday, June 8. 3D archery is popular among bowhunters and target archers, and involves three-dimensional foam targets shaped like animals such as deer and elk. Each target has scoring rings on the animal’s vitals, which encourages precise shot placement and allows archers to keep score. For more, see A10. (Photo by Evan Bjornstad)

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TODAY WEATHER: A look back at the warm, dry spring, A12

COMMUNITY: Hubbard’s alternative path to teaching, A15

Economic development corporations (EDC), common across the state, exist in the neighboring communities of Delta, Montrose and Salida. Leaders at the City of Gunnison believe it may be the missing piece for reviving downtown.

Corporations, which typically act as a nonprofit, help a town strengthen its economy by supporting existing small businesses EDC plan A8

Gunnison Valley Health considers new medical office building Project would bring outpatient care under one roof Alan Wartes Times Publisher

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Gunnison Valley Health (GVH) administrators are exploring a plan to build a $3550 million medical office building in order to consolidate outpatient services in one facility.

If approved, the project — up to 50,000 square fee — will be built on a 4.2-acre parcel of undeveloped land which GVH owns. It is located just north of the new EMS building on North Colorado Street in Gunnison.

The building could be completed as early as 2027.

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Construction of Gunnison Valley Health’s new EMS facility is expected to be complete by September this year. (Photo by Evan Bjornstad)

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OBITUARIES Sheila Anne Anderson

“We wanted to teach people how to be resilient in all aspects, to teach communication and conflict resolution — and to be better professionals and community members,” — Cillian Liam Barrett, Trades Culture Workshop

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BRIEFS Small fire burns near Taylor Park On the afternoon of Mon. June 9, an active wildfire was reported near Illinois Creek (off County Road 742) in Taylor Park.

According to an update from Gunnison County on Wednesday, the Illinois Creek Wildfire was 100% contained and fire crews were completing the mop-up to prevent reignition. Emergency responders reminded people staying near or visiting that area that they can expect to see smoldering and smoke for a week or so.

The cause of the fire is still currently undetermined and is being investigated. The fire occurred on private property, and burned five acres of forested land. While it did not affect any building or structures, 152 people were evacuated during the incident. According to Gunnison Fire Chief Hugo Ferchau, the fire started near AEI Base Camp, a summer camp host. Prior to the wildfire, the property owners worked with the Colorado State Forest Service on fire mitigation with projects like tree thinning. This helped keep the flames away from the buildings at camp, Ferchau said.

Multiple agencies responded to the fire including the Gunnison Fire Department, U.S. Forest Service, Crested Butte Fire Protection District, Bureau of Land Management, Gunnison County Emergency Management, among others.

“A long list of people [were] involved for a relatively small fire with some high potential,” Ferchau said.

Altered bridge work hours Work hours have been altered for the crews applying the final coat of paint to the Blue Mesa Middle and Lake Fork bridges.

Starting Sunday, June 8, crews will work from 4 p.m. to 4 a.m.

Sunday through Friday with flaggers directing single-lane travel over each bridge. This work is scheduled for completion by the end of July. No work will occur over the Fourth of July weekend.

With an unimaginable sense of loss, we grieve the passing of Sheila Anne Anderson on June 3, 2025. Surrounded by her children, Gabriel, David, Rachel and Hannah, husband Mike, priest and a few close friends, she peacefully and mercifully made her transition to heaven.

Sheila made the decision to enter hospice care last Friday after a long battle with cancer and chose to be with her son, Ian, her parents and other loved ones who were no doubt waiting for her. Her faith in a merciful God and the eternity that awaits were her hope for relief from the disease that caused her so much pain.

Sheila was born in Denver on March 31, 1961, the fifth of eight children born to James Bayard and Arline Young. With lots of dedicated care from loving nuns, Sheila graduated from Bishop Machebeuf High School in Denver. After spending a few post-grad years perfecting her art of pottery and ceramics, she met Mike Anderson through a Christian youth organization called Teens Encounter Christ.

They married in June 1982 and s oon after moved to Atlanta, Georgia, where Mike had accepted a construction management position. After three years, and two sons, they moved to Gunnison where they remained for almost 40 years together, raising five children of their own and giving love and protection to countless others who came into their world.

Sheila was a highly accomplished potter and mixedmedia artist who produced distinctive and beautiful art,

displayed in arts and craft fairs around the state. For over 20 years she supported the Gunnison Arts Center, serving as director of the clay center and board of directors while helping to cultivate the arts community in Gunnison.

On her own and through the Gunnison Community school, Sheila mentored countless young people into an appreciation of the arts. In her tiny studio, she would hold small classes for elementary kids, teaching them creative hand-built and wheel thrown clay techniques, always with the kind, yet firm, guidance of a mother.

In the fall of 1998, Sheila b e g a n h e r c a re e r a t t h e Gunnison Elementary School as a teaching assistant, working with grades 2-5. Her influence was felt in reading and art groups, but her true vocation was gifting her well-practiced motherly love to all her students, especially those who were new to the school or struggling to fit in. She had a unique and beautiful ability to recognize and embrace the little ones who needed extra help in finding their way as they journeyed through her presence.

Sheila’s profound patience and understanding came from a deep place in her heart, reflecting her own experience in school. She challenged all the kids to expect and demand the very best in themselves while still making things fun — a principle she demonstrated perfectly when she joined the fourthgraders for a game of kickball during recess.

Finally, her faith was a thing to behold — a gift she valued and protected from her earliest years. She and our Lord had a long running conversation of which few were aware.

She knew where her value came from and the destiny of her belief. For most of her time in Gunnison, she served her St. Peters Catholic Church parish family as if they were her own five little ones (six if you include her husband). The life and love she developed in faith was the FEATURED PROPERTY

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gift she shared with everyone she met.

Her loss carries a pain so many know too well. In time, we will learn to breathe deeply and proceed with grace, but our grief will remain forever. Her family would like everyone to know that all the love and support shown to them has been a lifeline to making it through these difficult four months, beginning with the loss of our son, Ian. This has truly been a year we wish to never repeat.

Please know that we profoundly love and appreciate the kind words, friendship, flowers, visits and financial support everyone has given. We will work to honor our wife and mother by passing on her legacy of authentic kindness, deep compassion and genuine love for others, which remain as the lasting memory Sheila left with us. She valued her friends with all her heart and spoke of all of you until her last days. Blessings to all, the Anderson family.

Sheila’s Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the Fred Field Center multi-purpose room at the fairgrounds, 11 a.m., with a reception to follow in the same building. A Catholic Rosary/ Vigil Prayer Service will be held Friday, June 20, 2025 at 7:00pm at St. Peter’s Catholic church.

Everyone is welcome to attend any or all of these services.

Daryl Moore

The world lost a good man on May 17, 2025, when Daryl Moore passed away at age 65, after a six-month illness. His passing was peaceful.

Daryl was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, spent his early years in Dallas and Minnesota, then started school in Yukon, Oklahoma and then as an adult in Edmond, Oklahoma.

He attended the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University, graduating with a bachelor’s degree. In 2016 he moved to the Nashville, Tennessee area, before moving to Colorado in 2018, fulfilling a lifelong dream.

Daryl had many passions in life: skiing, backpacking in Colorado, great food, wine, liquor and music. He was a savvy businessman and entrepreneur, owning restaurants and starting a technology consulting business. He loved to network with people and make events happen, such as music festivals in Oklahoma, and helped other young musicians get started. In addition, he was also a talented singer and guitarist. With his move to Gunnison in 2020 he helped Nora Grant and Matthew Grant start Blue Mesa Music Store. He will be remembered by many in town for his big smile, his big ideas and his desire to meet people.

Daryl is preceded in death by his father Robert Alfred Moore, mother Marita Joyce Malacord and brother Rusty Moore. He is survived by his girlfriend Nora Grant, his sister Pam Moore Kaylor, daughter Jessica Moore Wolf (Brad), three grandchildren (Zoey, Wrenley and Asher), and numerous close friends such as Kevin Dowdy (Niobe) and Brent Tevebaugh (Janet).

There will be a private celebration of life in Aspen at the John Denver Sanctuary and then with his family in Oklahoma. Donations can be made in Daryl’s memory to the National Wildlife Federation, one of the humanitarian and environmental groups that John Denver supported.

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NEW LISTING Perched atop County Road 17 is this stunning 3 bdrm/3 bath home with panoramic views of the Gunnison Valley on over 2 acres. Main level primary suite with walk-in closet, double vanities, & a full bath. Large 2 car garage too!

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Chastity Renee Miller

Chastity Renee Miller, 51, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2025 at HopeWest in Grand Junction, Colorado, surrounded by family.

She was born in Grand Junction on April 2, 1974 and raised in Hotchkiss, Colorado by her devoted parents Leonard and Teresa Valdez. She graduated from Hotchkiss High School in 1992.

She attended Mesa State College shortly after graduating and then returned home to Hotchkiss where she met her future husband. They married July 30, 1994 and started raising their family in Crawford, Colorado.

In 2005, Chastity and her family moved to Gunnison, where a few years later she would start what became her favorite job. She worked as a billing assistant at Gunnison County Electric Association, a role she truly loved. Chas brought kindness, humor and heart to the workplace every single day.

Chastity was the proud wife of Matthew Miller (51) and the devoted mother of two chil-

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dren, Laci (31) and Dylan (29).

They were her entire world. She supported Matt through his work and stood by her children through every hardship and every triumph. Whether it was showing up to every appointment during Dylan’s cancer treatments or cheering Laci on through flight attendant training, Chas never let anyone face life alone.

She carried a warmth and light that drew people in wherever she went. She was the kind of person who made you feel like family after just one conversation. Her smile was contagious, her hugs were healing and her heart had room for everyone. Her home was filled with warmth, laughter and the smell of something comforting on the stove. She never forgot a birthday and always found time for thoughtful notes and little acts of kindness.

Chastity loved being outside.

Some of her happiest days were spent camping and side-by-siding with family and friends. She also loved hosting game nights where laughter echoed through the house and everyone felt like they belonged. During the holidays she made sure no one ever felt alone. Her door and her heart were always open.

She leaves behind her husband Matthew, her children Laci and Dylan, her mom Teresa Valdez, her brother Leandro Valdez, extended family and countless friends who became family along the way.

She was preceded in death by her dad Leonard Valdez who surely welcomed her into heav-

en with open arms, along with the family's famous and beloved dog Mr. Jiggs.

To say she will be missed does not begin to capture the depth of this loss. Her presence filled every room with love and her absence is deeply felt. But her legacy lives on in how we love each other, how we treat others with kindness, and how we keep moving forward with strength.

A celebration of life and funeral services will be held later this summer. More details will be shared soon. Please consider donating to Gunnison Tough or, in lieu of flowers, donate to St. Mary's Hospital and/or HopeWest located in Grand Junction, or contact Laci Miller.

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‘Trades Culture Bootcamp’ begins in Gunnison Northern New Mexico students erect timber pavilion at inaugural event

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Last week, Western Colorado University welcomed four trade school students from Northern New Mexico College for the inaugural Trades Culture Bootcamp (TCB). The seven-day course challenged students to construct a timber frame structure, and helped them gain experience within carpentry, electrical work and solar panel installation.

As the brainchild of Gunnison Valley philanthropist Butch Clark, attorney William Edwards and Hearth Design Build Owner Cillian Liam Barrett, the bootcamp aimed to increase trade education within the region, while hosting out-of-state students. The newly-erected building on Clark’s property is set to be donated to Western Colorado University, and used as an outdoor space for future students in years to come.

“Butch has believed for a long time that both the fouryear degree academic path, and hands-on trades knowledge are both incredibly important,” said Gunnison-based attorney, and Clark’s legal representative William Edwards. “There’s a weird tendency in our culture to not give the trades enough credit.”

Clark’s support for tradespeople stems from his upbringing on an Illinois farm, and later, a Wyoming dude ranch. In 2012, Clark donated 300 acres of land to the Coldharbour Institute, a nonprofit ranch east of Gunnison, in part to support sustainable building practices.

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Last week, the pieces finally fell in place for a partnership between the two schools. Armed with Clark’s connections with the colleges, local solar company Nunatek Energy and Barrett at Hearth Design Build, Edwards began assembling a team for the first annual TCB. Barrett said the initial inspiration was an “Eagle Scouts meet trades,” program, where students would be challenged to work together, and gain experience across different disciplines.

“We wanted to teach people how to be resilient in all aspects, to teach communication and conflict resolution — and to be better professionals and community members,” Barrett said.

“In a simple example, if you start framing and then you do drywall, you’ll appreciate the framer a lot more, and think about the guy that comes after you.”

The five-day program started at the Paul M. Rady School of Computer Science and

Engineering, where the students prototyped and designed signs.

Then, the students dedicated four days to assembling the timber structure and installing a corrugated tin roof. On the final two days, Nunatek assisted with solar panel installation, and running electrical wiring. The students celebrated with a whitewater rafting trip on the Upper Taylor, and a garden party at the newly-erected pavilionon June 7.

“Teamwork, and being able to work together is such a valuable factor, not only in getting things built, but in life,” said Northern New Mexico instructor Marvin Romero. “I was really proud of the students this week, and am excited to see the future of this program. The sky is the limit.”

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Serious concerns about West Thorn Editor: Reading about the proposed West Thorn project sparked serious concerns on how the numbers — particularly traffic — will affect the west side and ultimately Main Street and Tomichi Avenue. At this 500-unit, cardependent development, the average daily trips would be 5,000 plus.

At this density, it would likely house 1,000 to 1,500 people.

At 1,500 people, this is a 22% increase to the population within city limits. A comprehensive traffic study is needed to address the amount of traffic from this proposal before it moves anywhere.

This property doesn’t have any road frontage to allow the massive influx of traffic to flow.

The Whetstone project is right off the highway, and they’re building a roundabout. I support housing, but it needs to be thoughtfully planned. At this density, it’s not a quality space, it’s a pack them in to maximize profit. There was no outreach to the surrounding neighborhoods about this project.

Currently, 5th Street doesn’t align with Thornton Way, and would be an awkward intersection. Also, South 5th and New York Avenue are narrower streets. If the traffic plan is to push everyone to Bidwell or out Thornton Way to Hwy. 50, roundabouts will most likely be needed. I think just the traffic impacts alone aren't feasible at the proposed density.

The impact to the surrounding neighborhoods also should be considered.

The massing of the three-story buildings is also out of place with the surrounding neighborhoods of single- and double-story single family homes. A mix of density makes more sense. This project is located far enough from services, making it car dependent.

I also believe the northwest part of the property will have groundwater issues. When the last westerly unit of the Lazy K project was being built on Gunnison Avenue, the construction crew attempted to dewater so they could build a retaining wall. The water table was only a

couple feet deep.

While housing is a top priority in the valley, careful consideration needs to be fully discussed and engineered. The impacts of increased traffic on the surrounding neighborhoods will affect their quality of life, the quality of life living in a high density development, increasing traffic congestion by a car dependent development. Since this project is more of a PUD, over building out a bunch of platted lots, perhaps a mixed density is more appropriate.

Say 250 units. Micro lots (2,500 square feet) with small homes (800 square feet) should be considered. These are free market units, so it won’t necessarily be affordable to the working class locals, especially at the cost of construction per square foot.

Lastly, at the end of the day, these developers won’t live here. Their only goal is making a massive profit at the cost of the community’s quality of life.

Attempting to push this through as quickly as possible will only lead to massive problems in the future. If Hermanson wants a transformative development, he should make it a place where you have a quality space, and not pack people in like sardines.

Dave Kozlowski Gunnison

Thank you Editor: The Mountain View residents in Gunnison are extending their heartfelt gratitude to the Gunnison Rotary, whose members pulled weeds and landscaped eagerly within three hours.

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These are the reasons why I run Editor: My name is Patrick O’Neill.

I am a long-time ultrarunner, retired Crested Butte Community School teacher of 27 years and the board president of Living Journeys, Gunnison County’s cancer support organization.

Since 1999, this nonprofit has grown from a grassroots movement into a vital support system for families impacted by cancer in our community. What began with $29,000 in grants and group therapy for seven clients has expanded into over $300,000 in aid. This supported approximately 175 clients in 2024 through financial assistance, private therapy, meal delivery and travel reimbursements.

I have run many races over the years, but the challenge that I am facing now is by far the most meaningful yet. This year, on July 11, I am honored to participate in the Hardrock 100 — widely considered the crown jewel (and soul crusher) of all ultramarathons. After 15 years and 15 qualifying 100-milers, I finally got into Hardrock 100. This grueling race (technically 102.3 miles) has 33,000 feet of climbing — the equivalent of running from sea level to the summit of Mount Everest, plus 4,000 additional feet.

My run is dedicated to the incredible strength and resilience of cancer patients in our community. This effort is especially personal, as I will be running to honor and remember Vic Shepard, a beloved Living Journeys hero who passed away from cancer on Monday, May 26. Vic and his beloved wife, Candy, were like second parents to me when I moved to Crested Butte in 1986. With the full support of Candy and their son, Andy, my Hardrock run is now officially called the VIC100. Vic and our current cancer clients deserve nothing less than my tireless efforts and our incredible community’s support.

As you can probably tell, this mission is deeply personal to me, and I have seen firsthand the incredible impact that Living Journeys has had in the valley, stepping in when people need support the most. This is not just about my story though. It is about our friends, our neighbors and our community.

Here in Gunnison County, cancer hits hard and close to home. And, when it does, Living Journeys is there from day one — often the worst day of someone’s life — providing immediate, direct, compassionate support. These are the reasons I run.

Thank you for standing with

me and with those who have fought the fight or are currently fighting the fight. To learn more about the VIC100, please visit livingjourneys.org/ljac/.

Patrick O’Neill Crested Butte

Proud first-time homeowners Editor: We would like to express our gratitude to the GunnisonCrested Butte Association of Realtors (GCAR) for their support through the Homebuyer Assistance Program. This generous grant we have received helped us complete this epic journey of becoming proud firsttime homeowners!

We are deeply appreciative of the support that programs like this provide, and we want to say how meaningful it is to live in a place with such strong community values. Thank you again to GCAR for making this possible, and for your commitment to helping local working residents become homeowners.

Amberlee VanStrien and Nick Praggastis Mt. Crested Butte

A huge success Editor: The Gunnison Rotary Club would like to thank generous sponsors for making the Safe Wheels Day event happen at IOOF Park this past Sunday, June 8.

The event was a huge success.

We gave away almost 50 kids helmets, provided maintenance for a whole lot of bikes (thanks Tim Kugler and Diego Plata), ate some delicious hot dogs and gave away bike tubes, lights and reflective gear. A huge shout out to Carve Custom Builders for being our title sponsor, as well as a long list of other organizations, including Double Shot Cyclery, for ordering helmets and helping with helmet fitting at the event.

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Help shape community drought resilience Alana Nichols Special to the Times

Early in 2022, the Upper Gunnison River Water Conservancy District (District) began exploring the possibility of applying to a federal WaterSMART grant program to develop a new, comprehensive drought resiliency plan (DRP) for our basin. The district was successful and received just over $140,000 to support the project.

Two years ago, I joined the district as a water resources fellow, and have supported the implementation of the project alongside the district and its consultants.

After months of research, connecting with water users, developing strategies and sharing ideas with the community, I’m excited to share that we’ve launched the Upper Gunnison Drought Plan website at upperg u n n i s o n d ro u g ht p l a n . o r g .

The website is now live for you to explore and view current drought conditions broken down by our seven watersheds, each ranked from drought level 0 to 2. It also includes draft mitigation and response actions, water learning sessions and a list of the incredible stakeholders and task force members who provided valuable input along the way.

The comprehensive draft plan will be released on the website July 1 for public comment. The comment period will remain open through July 30. I hope you’ll read the draft and fill out our comment form. Your feedback is key to creating a plan that works for everyone in the Upper Gunnison Basin.

The Upper Gunnison District understands how vital it is that we be forward thinking when it comes to managing our water resources. We must prepare for and provide our community

with tools to build short- and long-term resilience to drought.

There has been a substantial effort by the district to include input from all water users. It conducted hours of one-on-one interviews with municipalities, industry, educational institutions, agricultural producers, recreationists and environmental groups.

I have seen firsthand the passion and dedication of our water users as they continued to show up, fully ready at each meeting to have the hard discussions and tackle the challenges associated with managing an overallocated resource. I believe the plan that has been developed is a great start. Now, we want to include the broader community — your input!

For some background, we started with three essential questions in our planning process: (1) How would we recognize drought in its early stages?; (2) What are the potential impacts of drought on the Upper Gunnison Basin?; (3) How can we create resiliency and identify specific actions to help mitigate potential impacts on our community associated with future drought events? I encourage you to keep these questions in mind.

“According to www.drought. gov, it is likely that we will see degradation of drought conditions as we move into late spring and summer,” said District S e n i o r P ro g ra m Ma n a g e r Beverly Richards. “This year, water supplies are on the lower side — think 2018 or 2022 — and it’s likely conditions will continue to degrade. We have already met peak stream flow for the runoff season, and current flows are approximately 50% of the historical average for this time of year … Our hope is for a good monsoon season to alleviate some of these drier conditions, but forecasts are

not confirming this yet. Water management will remain on the conservative side to help get us through the year and the public — residents and visitors — should carefully manage their water use and take extra care when recreating in the basin as increased risk of wildfire coincides with drought.”

As we see conditions like this more frequently, during the entire planning process, it was emphasized that we needed to be creative to break out of the “hydro-illogical cycle,” which is a pattern of ignoring drought risk during wet years and failing to prepare for inevitable dry periods. A proactive approach, rooted in science and local knowledge, was critical to the plan.

As we foresee future population growth and development in the Gunnison Valley, coupled with even more challenging climate scenarios, we anticipate that the drought resiliency plan will need to be re-evaluated and updated annually. As always, we will continue to seek input from all water users in our basin.

Again, we encourage you to take a look at our drought plan website and check back often for new information. The public comment form is coming soon, as well as the “Drought Tracking Monitor” which will allow anyone to select a site on a water district map and get real-time data on current conditions. We hope you find this helpful as you make decisions about your use of water. If we all get involved and work together on this important issue, we can build a more drought-resistant Upper Gunnison Basin.

(Alana Nichols joined the Upper Gunnison River Water Conservancy District as a water resource fellow in March 2023.)

Lookout Tower changes hands At the end of May, the Gunnison Country Chamber of Commerce celebrated KJ and Monique Malone, the new owners of Lookout Tower Cannabis in Gunnison.

(Courtesy Leora Wallace/Gunnison Country Chamber of Commerce)

MEETING NOTICE-RTA The next meeting of the Gunnison Valley Transportation Authority (RTA) will be June 20th, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. at the Mt. Crested Butte Town Offices – 911 Gothic Road, Mt. Crested Butte, CO. For copies of the Board of Directors meeting packet, please go to gunnisonvalleyrta.com/meetings or call Scott Truex at 970-275-0111.

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EDC plan from A1 and creating new job opportunities. It’s often an attractive option for smaller communities that lack a dedicated economic development department. After receiving support from many of Gunnison’s backbone organizations — such as Gunnison Valley Health, Western Colorado University and the Tourism and Prosperity Partnership (TAPP) — the city plans to start building an EDC as soon as this year.

In 2024, the city began drafting an economic development plan, and committed to making changes downtown. Gunnison’s approach to growth has historically been slow and steady, the plan states, but the community is approaching an "inflection point.”

Housing is no longer affordable, vacant storefronts linger in the Main Street corridor and tax revenues are stagnating.

Sales tax revenue increased just over 1% between 2023 and 2024, while the rate of inflation during that same time period was approximately 3%. At the same time, the city’s infrastructure needs, such as utility upgrades like the water treatment plant, are only growing.

“This is not intended to be something that's like, ‘Oh, we'll see if we can work it in.’ It is an immediate priority,” City Manager Amanda Wilson told the Times. “Because fundamentally, we have needs that we're not able to meet in the community right now because our revenues are not sufficient.”

A number of other Western S l o p e c o m m u n i t i e s h av e formed EDCs to stimulate their rural economies, examples the city hopes to learn from. While the city has led a number of economic development attempts in the past (with reports like the Gunnison Vibrancy Initiative), the EDC will be financially supported and house staff that answer to the city and all of its major partners.

For Wilson, starting a corporation is about ceding the city’s control over the future of Main Street and inviting other organizations to “have an equal voice” in the process. The city would initially support the hiring of a director, and help organize a board that would steer and offer guidance to the new hire. Funding would begin with the city, and would likely be followed by a capital campaign for more long-term funding.

The finalize d e conomic development plan, approved by city council on June 10, is not intended to be a lofty vision for what downtown could be, but a concrete to-list for the EDC. Some of the items on the checklist include: levying a city lodging tax on hotel, motel and short-term stays; connecting high school and college students with in-demand local career pathways; and identifying potential sites for permanent public gathering spaces.

After more than a year of data collection and conversations with business owners, residents and workers, the city presented

its request to partners and city councilors on May 27. With support from its consultants, the city believed forming an economic development corporation was its best shot at stimulating growth in Gunnison. The hope is this will help stabilize the economy and create the resources needed to address some of the South Valley’s larger problems, such housing and the poor design of downtown, which is currently dissected by two busy highways.

“We have so many great organizations, and so many great plans,” said councilor Matt Schwartz. “But we've never really had one paid person who is steering the boat while everybody else is rowing. It's time for us to work on that.”

The to-do list outlined in the plan is long. Since a number of organizations have a hand in powering the valley’s economy, the question came down to who would take the lead on and pay for projects outlined in the new plan. Some directives are straightforward, and highlight work that is already ongoing.

The city is already bolstering its water and electric infrastructure to support housing development and population growth, and TAPP is connecting engineering students to jobs in the outdoor industry.

But other projects are more ambiguous, albeit expensive to accomplish, such as supporting downtown redevelopment and creating new events that serve locals and attract visitors. They require significant time, investment and coordination between different organizations. This is where an EDC would step in.

For example, in case developers approached the city and requested a map of all of the properties available to build hotels on, staff could point them to resources through its EDC, Wilson told the Times.

The same is true for businesses interested in relocating or developers, like Urban Villages (the company behind West Thorn), who want to get a better idea of what kind of housing residents need before breaking ground.

During the May meeting, Gunnison Valley Health CEO Jason Amrich mentioned that other Colorado towns on the Front Range, and across the hill in Chaffee County, have found success through economic development corporations. Both Salida and Buena Vista have attracted a strong entrepreneurial base, technology startups and new lodging.

The popular Surf Hotel in Buena Vista, marketed as a “riverfront retreat in an adventure town,” is just one example.

“It can be that glue, momentum and inertia that you need to push, versus [creating] good ideas and then they go flat and nothing happens,” Amrich said.

One of the alternatives to launching an economic development corporation is routing more money to TAPP, the valley’s lead in the tourism industry. The organization has already been tasked with finding ways to boost visitation and attract new outdoor industrybased businesses to Gunnison and Crested Butte. But TAPP is

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Western Colorado University is one of the city’s major partners. In the newly finalized economic development plan, some of the goals center on finding ways to keep students in the valley after graduation, and creating stronger connections between students and downtown. (Times archives)

During a city council meeting on June 10, City Manager Amanda Wilson said the annual Growler mountain bike races are an example of an event that is an “economic engine” for the community. The hope is to create more that help draw in visitors from out of town. (Courtesy Matt Burt)

funded and influenced by the Local Marketing District (whose board is composed of county commissioners), creating limitations on how the public dollars are spent.

“Those restrictions are not as applicable [to an EDC],” Wilson said. “There’s a lot of opinions in this community about what TAPP dollars should be spent on.”

As the group reviewed a draft of the economic development plan, they pondered exactly how to measure growth in a small community like Gunnison. Many believed that raw population numbers were only part of the story. Signs of progress could be rising tax revenues, closing the gap between the median incomes and home prices or full hotel rooms yearround in a place that has historically struggled with seasonality.

For TAPP Executive Director Andrew Sandstrom, it meant hitting “critical mass,” or having a population large enough to sustain services at the hospital or to attract larger stores or restaurants. Rather than driving to Montrose or Denver to shop, or go to a doctor's appointment, growth could bring and keep these services in the valley.

It's also creating a community where middle class workers, such as nurses, plumbers and electricians can live comfortably.

“How do we do some of this workforce development that isn't necessarily new money coming in, rather, it's keeping money from leaking out of our economy,” Sandstrom said. “I definitely see an opportunity for this [EDC].”

Celeste Helminski, the outgoing executive director of the Gunnison Country Chamber of Commerce, said this is the “direction she’s been hoping for for a long time.” But she’s seen this kind of initiative fail before. In the visitor center, boxes labeled “Economic Development Council,” sit in the backroom.

“We do have those examples … The question is, why do they not grow?” Helminski said.

If all goes as planned, the city intends to hire a director to lead a newly formed EDC at the start of 2026. In the coming months, city staff will review different funding methods and organize a board of directors that will steer the direction of the corporation. The board will consist of members from organizations like GVH, Western, TAPP, the

Chamber of Commerce and the Community Foundation of the Gunnison Valley.

This is the first time Gunnison will attempt to start an EDC. This time around, Wilson said she hopes to find more stable financial resources and generate community-wide support. And instead of asking the new hire to create a plan for what Gunnison organizations want to accomplish, it already exists, she said.

“They can hit the ground running with the targeted plan, versus spending the next several years trying to figure out what we all want, and what's going to have the biggest return on investment,” she said.

(Bella Biondini can be contacted at 970.641.1414 or bella@ gunnisontimes.com.)

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GVH building from A1 GVH currently leases seven spaces at both ends of the valley for outpatient services like primary care, orthopedics and physical therapy. In addition to the proposed site for the new building, GVH owns 14 other properties in Gunnison County, including the new EMS facility and the former Dollar Store building, now vacant, on Tomichi Avenue.

At a work session with Gunnison County Commissioners on Tuesday, Gunnison Valley Health CEO Jason Amrich provided an update on the status of the proposed project. Stroudwater Associates — a consulting firm specializing in rural health care development — is in the final stages of preparing a financial impact assessment. According to Amrich, it will lay out a range of financing options to help administrators decide whether to seek approval for the project from the GVH board of trustees in July.

“If we do that, then we'll start that planning phase immediately,” Amrich told commissioners.

“We're probably two years away from that project being completed. That would also allow us to look at our overall facilities and potentially look at some divestment.”

Stroudwater also contributed to a GVH facility master plan last year that recommended consolidating outlying clinics into a single office building.

“They basically said, ‘You have too many flags across the valley,’” Amrich told the Times. “(Based on) the current state of the buildings and just the cost of renovation and ownership it was their recommendation that a medical office building facility, in both ends of the valley, was needed, with Gunnison being the primary, bigger one.”

Having separate clinics in town comes with a number of disadvantages, Amrich said.

Some of the facilities GVH has leased in recent years are aging and in need of costly maintenance. Last fall, when GVH purchased the Gunnison Valley Family Physicians practice, they declined to buy the building to avoid those costs and to position the hospital to be able to afford construction of a new facility.

Other disadvantages include confidentiality concerns in facilities that are too small to provide full privacy; public perception when older buildings don’t meet generally expected standards of appearance; and substandard working conditions for physicians and staff.

GVH has “debt capacity” to finance the new project, Amrich told the Times. However, there are other pathways to paying for it, he said. Those include taking advantage of a USDA loan program meant to fund rural hospital development, tapping GVH reserves or reaching an agreement with a third-party developer.

The plan could also include providing space for private care providers, such as chiropractors, dentists or lab space for the

Western Colorado University nursing program, Amrich said.

Alternatives exist should the plan prove to be financially inadvisable, he said.

“There's multiple opportunities for off-ramps, if the project just doesn't make sense,” Amrich told the Times. “That’s one of the reasons why we are holding on to the Dollar Store, just because it gives us the opportunity to at least combine primary care into one space, even if it is smaller in scope.”

Commissioner Laura Puckett Daniels expressed concern about how the public will perceive the project. GVH facilities are owned by Gunnison County, though no tax dollars go toward operations. The exception is the Senior Care Center, which is county-owned and also funded in part by property tax. Commissioners appoint GVH trustees, but have no approval authority over the hospital’s budget.

“There is sometimes this public perception of all these new buildings and all these fancy things, and I'm going to have to pay more for it,” she said in the meeting. “That's where people are hurting, is in their pocketbook and in their access to care.”

Amrich stated that regulations prevent hospitals from passing on the cost of capital improvements to patients, so the project would not result in higher fees. He is more concerned about the adverse effect that potentially substandard buildings have on the public’s perception of the quality of care at GVH, he said.

Those expectations have an indirect impact on the valley’s economic development as a whole, Amrich told the Times.

According to a study conducted by the University of Colorado Boulder Leeds School of Business, in 2022, independent hospitals contributed $1.9 billion and nearly 11,000 jobs to Colorado’s economy. GVH currently employs 550 people and in 2024 paid salaries and benefits in excess of $55 million.

T h e A m e r i c a n Ho s p i t a l Association estimates that for every hospital job, two additional jobs are supported in a community, while each dollar of hospital payroll generates $2.30 in local business activity.

“As we evolve as a community and grow and try to recruit businesses and people that want to bring their livelihood here, we also have to think what is that standard that they're getting in other places,” Amrich told commissioners. “Then how can we make it attractive to live here and get the kind of health care standards that they're used to?”

Once the Stroudwater assessment is complete, GVH hopes to present its recommendations to GVH trustees at a strategic planning retreat scheduled for July.

(Alan Wartes can be contacted at 970.641.1414 or publisher@gunnisontimes.com.)

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Rolling into summer On June 8, the Rotary Club of Gunnison hosted Safe Wheels Day at IOOF Park, and gave away free tubes, bike lights and youth helmets. With the help from a number of sponsors, kids of all ages received free hot dogs and vital bike components to prepare for the upcoming summer season.

(Photos by Evan Bjornstad)

Arrow-dynamic competition Roughly 30 archers attended the Beaver Creek Classic 3D archery tournament on Sunday, June 8 at the Beaver Creek State Wildlife Area, just west of Gunnison. While most participants shot purely for fun, a few kept score and competed for top honors. Summer resident James Barkhimer took first place in the popular Bowhunter Class with a score of 265 over 25 targets. West Elk Archers hosted the fundraiser.

(Photo by Evan Bjornstad)

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The warm, dry spring of 2025 Bruce ‘Barometer’ Bartleson Special to the Times

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1105 N Pine St., MLS #810392, $830,000. Welcome to your dream home in the picturesque Van Tuyl Village subdivision! This brand-new, 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom property is a testament to modern design and quality craftsmanship. As you step inside, you’re greeted by an open and inviting kitchen-dining area, adorned with cherry cabinets and equipped with state-of-the-art stainless steel appliances. The tiled shower and bathtub add a touch of luxury to the bathrooms, while the master bedroom boasts its own oasis with a reading nook or small office space. The 2-car detached garage features 8-foot doors and 10-foot ceilings inside, providing ample space for your vehicles and storage needs. The extra space above the garage, accessible via exterior stairs, presents exciting opportunities. Whether you need additional storage or dream of an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit), the potential is yours to explore with City of Gunnison approval. Don’t miss the chance to make this new construction your forever home. Contact us now to schedule a viewing and witness the epitome of contemporary living!

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TBD W Denver Ave. MLS# 816647 $589,000 Spectacular 2.5 acre level lot located in Gunnison’s new subdivision Elk Ranch. This parcel is located just outside City limits on the west side of town and seller has it set up to be built on immediately. Lot has a well permit already in place along with the required approval for well from the Upper Gunnison Water Conservancy District which can be transferred at closing.

Buyer of lot may also pay for tap fees to hook into the City water and sewer main that will has already been extended north by the City.There is a shared road/driveway into the subdivision and it will be completed by this fall as well. Lot has been surveyed and a building envelope has been established for a single family residence but other dwellings such as barns/sheds etc. will be allowed. Come enjoy some country living with incredible views of mountains up Ohio Valley and the Palisades while being so close to town.

Since I’ve been asked, and it is time for an update, here’s the latest news and data about our weather.

Our spring, which includes March, April and May, just ended. This is locally referred to as “mud season” (or time to head for the beaches, Utah or wherever else). Again, let me remind you that “long term” in this report refers to the period from 1900 to 2025.

T h e h i g h t e m p e r a t u re s (TMax) for this spring averaged 57.66 degrees, compared to the long- term average of 54.8 degrees. This was largely because March’s TMax was 5.8 degrees warmer than average.

Low temperatures (TMin) averaged 23.46 degrees, compared to the long-term average of 21 degrees.

The average temperature for this spring was 40.56 degrees, compared to the long-term 37.8 degrees. So overall, we had a warm spring, and we deserved it after that brutal January we had this year. The lowest temperature we had all spring (not all winter) was 8 degrees on March 19. That’s not so bad. I can remember an official 27

below zero on March 5, 1966.

The last time it froze this spring (so far!) was May 22, according to the official weather station west of Gunnison, and May 27 at the West Ruby station in town. Overnight lows in town are now in the 40s, but, gardeners beware, it’s not uncommon to have a frost after June 15, at least historically — maybe this year will be different?

Precipitation (including the moisture in snow) amounted to a sum of 1.04 inches for all three months of spring compared to the long-term average of 0.7 inches, but that doesn’t begin to make up for the lousy winter we had.

Snowfall for all the spring months amounted to a total of 5.3 inches, compared to the long-term 11 inches. Basically, we had only one real snow storm all season, and that was in late November. As you know, things are not looking good for our runoff, and even though we’ve had some rain in early June, (about 0.65 inches — the amount we normally get for the entire month), we’re still in a drought.

(Bruce Bartleson is a retired emeritus professor of geology at Western Colorado University.

He spends most of his time now watching the weather.)

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Average temperatures in May by year. (Courtesy Alantha Garrison)

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A perfect performance On Friday, June 6, Quigley Hall hosted an unforgettable evening of music featuring Grammy Award-winning mezzo-soprano Michelle DeYoung, renowned violinist Yumi Hwang-Williams and other celebrated musicians from the Colorado Symphony.

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“The support of the ADC staff and all my professors was unlike anything I have experienced,” Taylor said. “It really felt like everyone was on my side, cheering me on to help me reach this huge milestone of graduation.”

It wasn’t without its challenges. She was a mother of three, with a full-time job and a homestead to operate, all of which needed her attention.

“I felt like a circus ringleader, trying to balance all of the spinning plates,” she said. “It was hard, hard work. But so worth it.”

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When art teacher Taylor Hubbard (’24) walks into her classroom at Centennial School in San Luis, Colorado, she’s exactly where she wants to be.

But it was a big move to get there.

Taylor and her husband were looking for a change when they moved from northern Colorado to a piece of land they’d bought on San Pedro Mesa in the San Luis Valley. It’s near Colorado’s oldest town, San Luis, which has a population of 598.

The pair built a homestead off-grid where they raised their three children, a flock of ducks, some chickens, a goat and a Scottish Highland bull named Grizz. Then, in 2022, after nearly a decade working as a freelance graphic designer, Taylor stepped in when the local school needed a long-term substitute.

“I immediately felt like, ‘This is exactly what I'm supposed to do with my life,’” she said.

The kids loved her, and she loved them. Taylor brought local arts traditions into the classroom, and the community made her feel welcome. She wanted to make the job permanent.

However, for the district to hire her, Taylor would need a teaching license, and that required her to finish the bachelor’s degree she started in Arkansas nearly two decades earlier. With just a few semesters to go, she started looking at options through colleges close to home. Then the school’s assistant principal sent her a flyer for Western Colorado University’s Adult D egree Completion (ADC) Program.

“I was beside myself with excitement because it was exactly what I was looking for,” she said.

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Color, community and celebration Rainbows filled Legion Park on Saturday, June 7 as community members gathered for the fourth annual Gunnison Valley Pride Picnic. Hosted by Gunnison Valley Pride, the family-friendly and substance-free event featured live music, games, food and booths.

WE’VE GOT SOME EXCITING NEWS Cimarron Wealth Management was awarded one of USA TODAY’s Best Financial Advisory Firms for 2024.

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In memory On June 8, the Gunnison County CSU Extension hosted its second annual Brett Redden Memorial Poker Ride at Mill Creek. The rider who collected the highest value poker hand by the end of the day won a prize. The week before the event, 4-H volunteers Tessa Helmle, Garet Johnson, Donner Tevis, Morrill Griffith and Barb Klingman cleared trails to prepare for the ride.

Guided horseback rides - hour rides $65 - hour & a half sunset ride $75 Pony rides - 10 minuets $10 Thousand Trails Member Discount Available!

Call to book your ride today or come on out, meet the horses and get saddled up!

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Free Breakfast and Lunch for ages 18 and younger!

Where: Gunnison Lake School, 800 N. Boulevard St. Breakfast and lunch will be served all at once in a to-go bag.

The serving line will be set up along the north alleyway.

(Courtesy Hannah Cranor-Kersting/Gunnison County CSU Extension)

When: Monday-Thursday June 16th to July 24th Meals will be available from 8:30am to Noon Questions? Call (970) 641-7714 or email kstanley@gunnisonschools.net This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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Adonde: Gunnison Lake School, 800 N. Boulevard St. Cuando: Lunes – Jueves, Junio 16-Julio 24 Desayuno y Almuerzo: 8:30am-12:00 PM El desayuno y el almuerzo se servirán juntos en una bolsa para llevar. La línea de servicio se instalará en el pasillo.

Contacto: (970) 641-7714; kstanley@gunnisonschools.net Esta institución es un proveedor de igualdad de oportunidades.

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A crazy little thing called ‘Beginner's Mind’ be noble say the stars for you are made of me.

Wendy Videlock Special to the Times

I recently attended a class on a subject which I know nothing about.

I was determined to learn the basics of percussion, and signed up for a class with a drummer near Hotchkiss I’ve admired for many years. I didn’t think about it much until I got there and took my seat. I was suddenly seized by the feeling that everyone else knew exactly what they were doing, and were keenly aware that I didn’t.

I should never have signed up for this class, I was slowing everybody down, I was way offkey, I was making a real mess of things. I was certain of it. My hands, fingers and body were clumsy, and for the first 15 minutes of the class I was in a state of agony — until I closed my eyes, took a deep breath and just listened.

I closed my eyes, hushed my belligerent inner critic and just felt the rhythm. Don’t get me wrong, I was still clumsy as all get out, but I was no longer beating myself up about it. And that made all the difference in my ability to relax and actually enjoy myself.

This is one of those moments we might call getting out of the critical mind and into the body.

This is a skill that comes in handy, and not just for drumming, but for learning to be one's self. Ed Muir famously said, “Off I go into the woods to lose my mind and find my soul.”

Be humble, says the earth, for you are made of me;

It has taken me a long time to learn to hush my inner critic. She is sneaky, and can be a source of paralysing insecurity if I don’t keep her in check.

Naming her Myra Maleficent was the beginning of developing a sense of humor about the whole notion of the unwelcome inner critic.

Just as everybody has an inner child residing within, everybody (except the clinical narcissist perhaps) houses an inner critic. That critical voice can be useful for keeping us honest, but most of the time, the inner critic oversteps, crashes the party — and is a real killjoy. And let’s be honest: most of the time the inner critic is the voice of somebody else that, over time, we’ve internalized as our own.

Dear Friends, Here lie the dreams we put to rest.

And there, the things we meant to say.

Further on, those bits of faith.

Mindless things, they bore no pain, and easily went to their graves.

It's we who are not quite the same.

In many eastern traditions there is a focus on what is called “Beginner’s Mind.” Beginner’s Mind is receptive, open to new experiences, curious about the world and inclined toward deep listening. Much of the time we humans are so sure we already know something, (or so sure we’re incapable of learning something new), we’ve failed before we’ve even begun.

The moment I stepped off the edge of my own comfort zone something in me collapsed. and something in me was born.

Zen Master Shunryu Suzuki says “In the Beginner’s Mind there are many possibilities. In the expert’s mind there are few.”

It has taken me a long time to cultivate Beginner’s Mind. It has been the great challenge of my life to let go of all notions of “mastery,” and embrace instead the idea of “practice.” Again, returning to the roots of humility and humor seems to be key.

I’m learning and I’m practicing but I confess I’ve always found relaxing somewhat taxing.

What psychologists would call negative self-talk is what the Buddhists would call the monkey mind. It’s a great metaphor for what it feels like when the brain is in overdrive, catastrophising and creating a debilitating sense of self-doubt.

This morning in the shower the water was not a means to an end or a place where over and over and over again one worries and plans and frets, but rather the water was water and I earth, and water’s daughter.

Toward the end of the class that day in Hotchkiss, I realized I’d learned more than I thought, and had really enjoyed the new challenge. I was even a wee bit proud of myselffor not having raced out the door at the first sign of difficulty. One small step toward learning to play the drum, one giant leap toward peace of mind.

Celebration of Life

Join together to celebrate and remember the life of Eric Peterson June 21, 1- 4 pm, at The Depot, 716 Elk Ave, Crested Butte We’ll have small bites and beverages Bring your Stories & Photos to share Parking is limited, consider the free lot a block away at the 4-Way Stop Visitor’s Center

( We n d y Vi d e l o c k s e r v e s as poet laureate of Western Colorado. Reach her at westernslopeword@gmail.com.)

STAND OUT IN A MOUNTAIN CROWD!

Signs • Vehicle Decals & Wraps Store front signs and lettering Screenprinting • Embroidery Promotional Products • Stickers Banners • CANVAS PHOTO WRAPS

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The Crested Butte Mountain Runners are holding a run on the Snodgrass Trail on June 14 at 9 a.m. This is an out and back run through aspen groves and with nice views of Crested Butte mountain from Washington Gulch to just short of the Gothic road. The distance is up to 6 miles, all on single track trail.

Meet at the Snodgrass trailhead on Washington Gulch road. For trail maps and further information please visit cbmountainrunners.org.

The summer block will run for eight weeks from June 16 to Aug. 9. Options include dance camps for elementary kids every Monday and Thursday and dance classes for preschoolers to adults throughout the week. Most classes and camps allow full-session registration or drop-ins. People of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Visit dancecrestedbutte.org for complete details.

Contact programs@dancecrestedbutte.org for more information.

Bingo Bingo will resume on Tuesdays at the Elks Longe on June 17. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the game begins at 7:30 p.m. Progressive pot will be posted on the sign in front of the building.

Auditions The Gunnison Valley Theatre Festival announces auditions for Romeo + Juliet + Cocktails + Music. Seeking actors and musicians. Please visit our website for details. Auditions are June 16 at 6:30 p.m. in the Taylor Hall Studio Theatre.

Cottonwood restoration day Join Coldharbour Institute for a Cottonwood Restoration day on June 14 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at 47068 Hwy. 50. We’re working hard on our ongoing wetland restoration project and are embracing strategies to mitigate the impacts of beaver activity on the Coldharbour Ranch. To protect our cottonwood galleries the Coldharbour team has designed a cottonwood protection and restoration plan that we need your help implementing. Please email cihomesteadfellow@coldharbourinstitute. org to sign up and learn more.

Bethany Church

909 N Wisconsin St. (behind Powerstop) • 970-641-2144 One service at 9 a.m. with nursery & children’s church.

Check us out on YouTube at Gunnison Bethany. gunnisonbethany.com

B'nai Butte Jewish Congregation PO Box 2537 Crested Butte, CO 81224 305-803-3648 bnaibutte@gmail.com Serving the Jewish communities of Crested Butte, Gunnison and surrounging areas.

Spiritual leader: Rabbi Mark Kula is available for you at RabbiMarkKula@gmail.com bnaibutte.org

Community Church of Gunnison

107 N. Iowa • 970-641- 0925 Pastor Larry Nelson Sunday Morning Worship 9:30 a.m.

Weekend Services 9:30 a.m.

Nursery & Age-Graded Ministry Weekly Student Ministry Weekly Adult LifeGroups Office Hours: Mon-Thurs, 9-4 For more info: ccgunnison.com or email info@ccgunnison.com Join us in-person, listen to our broadcast on 98.3 FM, or view online stream on YouTube Transforming Lives • Building Community

Gunnison Basin SageGrouse Strategic Committee The next meeting of the Gunnison Basin Sage-Grouse Strategic Committee will be June 18 at 10 a.m. via Zoom or in the Planning Commission Meeting Room at the Blackstock Government Center. For more updated information, including the most recent agenda and access to the virtual meeting, please visit gunnisoncounty. org/187/Gunnison-Basin-SageGrouse-Strategic-Com. This meeting will continue the discussion from last month's meeting regarding updates for the Habitat Prioritization Tool used in Gunnison County's land use planning process.

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Patio pottery

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Join us June 20 from 5-7:30 p.m. with Kit Wijkowski on the patio for a fun hands on class where you will hand build pride planters. Celebrate love and your personal self expression in this inclusive joyful class.

Join us June 18 from 2:30-4 p.m. with Caroline Toomer for a hands on class where you will sculpt and decorate your own piggy banks using the pinch pilot method.

CB CENTER FOR THE ARTS BRIEFS Grateful Drag On June 15 at 8 p.m. join us for BERTHA, a powerhouse collective of queer and allied East Nashville musicians bringing the Dead to life in wigs, full face and unstoppable harmony. From electrifying festival stages to legendary collabs with drag queens across the globe, BERTHA is winning over Deadheads everywhere. The cost is $40.

Alpenglow: Local Music Kickoff Get ready to kick off Alpenglow on June 16 from 5:30-7:30 p.m in Crested Butte with the incredibly talented Floyd Bauler and Big Love Car Wash. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering these artists for the first time, grab your friends, bring a blanket, and soak up the sounds of summer in Crested Butte!

Faith Directory First Baptist Church

120 N. Pine St. • 970-641-2240 Pastor Jonathan Jones SUNDAY Sunday School at 10 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship at 11 a.m.

Sunday Evening Service at 6 p.m. (during school year) WEDNESDAY (during school year) Truth Trackers Kids Club at 6:30 p.m.

Youth Group for Teens at 7:30 p.m. firstbaptistgunnison.org.

Gunnison Congregational Church United Church of Christ 317 N. Main St. • 970-641-3203 Reverand Ian Wrisley Welcoming, Open and Affirming, Building a Just world for All. Sundays, 10 a.m.

Fridays Meditation, 12:30-1 p.m.

“Come-as-You-Are” Worship gunnisonucc.org

Trinity Baptist Church 523 N. Pine St. • 970-641-1813 Senior Pastor - Joe Ricks Sunday Service 9:30 a.m.

Adult Bible Study 8 a.m. trinitybaptistsgunnison.com

Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church

711 N. Main • 970-641-1860 Senior Pastor Robert Carabotta Assoc. Pastor Jacob With Childrens Sunday School – Sunday 9 a.m.

Adult Sunday School – Sunday 9 a.m.

Divine Service of the Word – Sunday 10 a.m.

Starting March 5 - Wednesday night service at 7pm.

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St. Peter’s Catholic Church

300 N. Wisconsin • 970-641-0808 Fr. Andres Ayala-Santiago gunnisoncatholic.org crestedbuttecatholic.org or call the Parish Office.

St. Peter’s - Gunnison Sat 5 p.m. & Sun 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m. (Spanish) Mass First Sunday of every month bilingual Mass 11 a.m.

Queen of All Saints - Crested Butte, 401 Sopris Sun 8:30 a.m. Mass St. Rose of Lima - Lake City Communion Service, Sun. at 10 a.m.

Church in the Barn

8007 County Road 887 Waunita Hot Springs Ranch • 970-641-8741 Sundays, 10:30 a.m.

Non Denominational Come as you are.

Church of Christ

600 E. Virginia • 970-641-1588 Sunday Morning Bible Class: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship: 6 p.m.

Wednesday Night Bible Class: 7 p.m.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

Gunnison Branch 810 N 11th St. 970-648-4804 Sacrament Meeting 10 a.m.

Attending church each Sunday is a respite from fast-paced daily living. Join us to worship God, strengthen your spiritual connections, and focus on Jesus. Worship with a community of people who are trying to be more Christlike and learn from each other.

Join us June 17 from 5:307p.m. for a performance by Chantil Dukart, an award-winning contemporary jazz pianist and vocalist with roots in the Tsimshian and Sugpiaq tribes of Alaska.

Cookbook Club: Listen to your vegetables Join us June 19 from 6-8 p.m. for a collaborative potluck inspired by Listen to Your Vegetables: Italian-Inspired Recipes for Every Season by Sarah Grueneberg. Pick up a copy at Townie Books or borrow ours, sign up for a dish and bring your seasonal creation to share. We’ll set the table and provide the wine. The cost is $25.

The Good Samaritan Episcopal Church

307 W. Virginia Ave. • 970-641-0429 Rev. Laura Osborne, Vicar First Sunday of each month – 11 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II Alternating at Good Samaritan and All Saints in the Mountains Check our websites for location Second Sunday-Fifth Sunday – 9 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II Children’s Sunday school – 2nd and 4th Sundays, monthly Office hours: M-TH 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Taize – 1st Wednesday, monthly - 7 p.m. goodsamaritangunnison.org Visit our partnership church: All Saints in the Mountains, Crested Butte Meeting Second-Fifth Sundays at 5 p.m., Holy Eucharist, Rite II 403 Maroon Ave, Crested Butte Visit our website for location of 11 a.m.

Holy Eucharist, First Sunday of each month allsaintsinthemountains.org

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Heavy Equipment Operator Public Works: Full-Time, 40 hours/ week, hourly range from $23.60 to $31.69 plus full benefits.

Shop Technician I Public Works: 40 hours/week, hourly range from $26.51 to $30.19, depending on experience, plus full benefits.

Summer Seasonal Public Works: 40 hours/week, hourly range from $21.20 to $24.14, depending on experience, plus partial benefits.

IT Help Deks Technician Information Technology: 40 hours/week, hourly range from $26.51 to $30.19, depending on experience, plus partial benefits.

Utility Water/Wastewater Manager Public Works: 40 hours/week, hourly range from $39.11 to $44.53, depending on experience, plus full benefits.

Public Health Nurse II – Nurse Family Partnership Health & Human Services: 32 hours/week, hourly range from $34.81 to $42.31, depending on experience, plus full benefits.

Data Analyst I Assessor: 32 hours/week, hourly range from $27.84 to $31.69, depending on experience, plus full benefits.

Planning Technician/Planner I Community Development: 40 hours/week, hourly range from Planning Technician: $27.84 to $31.69 Planner I: $31.28 to $35.61, depending on experience, plus partial benefits.

For more information, including complete job descriptions, required qualifications and application instructions, please visit GunnisonCounty.org/jobs.

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Butte, CO 81225, or email info@mcbwsd. com. Position is open until it is filled. Full job description available at www.mcbwsd.com.

MCBWSD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

POWERSTOP is looking for head cook. Pay is $50,000 minimum, position also offers paid time off and health insurance reimbursement.

Pay is based on 40 hours a week.

Applications must be able to work mornings or evenings and weekends. Resumes to be in a sealed envelope attention Sean. Drop off at Powerstop.

HEADWATERS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT is seeking individuals for summer positions with potential for full time employment. No experience required but is preferred. Yard work and general maintenance, starting pay $22/hr with room to grow. Please send resumes to headwaterspm@gmail.com.

SPECTRUM IS HIRING a Business Account Executive for the Gunnison Valley. You’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with the local community. The AE role is responsible for selling communications solutions to local busineses. Apply online at jobs.spectrum.com/job/gunnison/accountexecutive/4673/81889404144 THE TOWN OF CRESTED BUTTE is looking for a Deputy Marshal. The Deputy Marshal performs a full range of law enforcement duties necessary to ensure public safety, protect life and property, and enforce laws and ordinances. Compensation: No POST

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$32.51 - $38.25 per hour ($67,621 - $79,560 per year) / POST laterals negotiable.

Requirements: high school diploma or equivalent, Colorado Driver’s License or obtain one within 30 days of employment, possess a valid Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification or obtain one within 1 year from date of employment, must be 21 at time of POST certification. Full job description is available on the Town’s website at www. townofcrestedbutte.com.

Please submit your application, cover letter, and resume to jobs@crestedbutte-co.gov. Position is open until filled. The Town of Crested Butte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PROJECT HOPE OF THE GUNNISON VALLEY seeks a Program Advocate for a 28 hour/week position to serve victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and/or stalking. To apply, send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to: director@hope4gv.org. See further info on our website at www.hope4gv.org/ employment COMMUNITY BANKS OF COLORADO is seeking a qualified candidate to fill an Associate Banker position in our Gunnison Banking location.

This is an excellent opportunity with competitive salary and benefits. For position details and to apply, please visit cobnks.com.

CITY OF GUNNISON EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES 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, preventing, 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.

City Engineer Full-Time, $121,275-$143,267/yr This position oversees municipal engineering projects, including streets, drainage, water, sewer, and capital improvements. Works closely with the Public Works Director to oversee capital improvement projects, manage municipal infrastructure systems, and collaborate with a dynamic team committed to excellence in public service.

Part-Time Openings: Lifeguards: $23-$29.33/hr.

Summer Ditch Laborer: $25.09 to $27.82/hr plus $1.78 incentive completion bonus.

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.

For more information, including complete job descriptions, benefit packages, required job qualifications and application instructions, please visit GunnisonCO.gov/HR. THE SAN JUAN MOUNTIANS ASSOCIATION is hiring a Visitor Information Specialist. The VIS Specialist will work closely with the Gunnison Bureau of Land Management staff and will answer phone calls from the public and provide in person information while performing other miscellaneous front desk duties for the BLM at the Gunnison Field Office. For more information visit www.sjma.org/jobs. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to jobs@sjma.org.

THE CLUB AT CRESTED BUTTE is hiring the following part-time and full-time seasonal positions: Bunker Crew Team Member, $18-$20/hr.; Dinner Sous Chef, $27-$30/ hr. + gratuity. Employee benefits include employee discounts and complimentary golf.

For more information or to apply, please visit theclubatcrestedbutte.com or send an email to jobs@clubatcrestedbutte.com.

GOLDEN EAGLE is looking for CDL and nonCDL drivers. Pay is based on experience.

Call 970-641-3230.

THE TOWN OF CRESTED BUTTE PARKS AND RECREATION Open Space & Trails Department is seeking Recreation Instructors for a variety of programs including Tennis, Baseball, Softball, Umpires, Skateboarding and Gymnastics. Pay range of $19-22/ hour dependent on program role. Come help provide valuable programming to your community by being a facilitator for one of our many programs! Please submit your resume via email to jobs@crestedbutte-co.gov. Town of Crested Butte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PROJECT HOPE OF THE GUNNISON VALLEY seeks a Program Advocate for a 28 hour/week position to serve victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and/or stalking. To apply, send

A22 • NEWS • Thursday, June 12, 2025 resume, cover letter, and 3 references to: director@hope4gv.org. See further info on our website at hope4gv.org/employment.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT: The Mt. Crested Butte Police Department is hiring for a full-time administrative assistant. This position provides high level administrative support for the police department. Primary responsibilities includes: answer, manage and direct phone calls for the Police Department, Perform Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) inspections, Coordinate fingerprinting process, both criminal and civil, Take minor police reports from the general public, Assist officers with cases, case follow up and computer work, Secure grant awards and complete required grant auditing to ensure award compliance, Prepare, analyze and distribute monthly report for the Gunnison County Sheriffs Office, Dispatch radio communications for the Police Department, Serve as Public Information Officer, execute media interviews, public relations and prepare all external departmental communication, Serve as Evidence Coordinator, Ability to complete the required specialized training and certificates within six months of hire, including the following: CCIC Coordinator, NIBRS Certification, CORA Certification, call out and drug screening as necessary. Must pass a criminal background check and motor vehicle check. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Starting salary range is $52,600 - $65,797 , depending on qualifications and experience.

The town offers an amazing benefits package, including paid health, vision and dental insurance for you and your dependents, paid life insurance and longterm disability insurance, 13 paid holidays a year, vacation time, sick time, and PERA retirement package. Applicant must have a seven-year clean driving record. Applications will be accepted until a qualified pool of candidates is established, but preference will be given to applicants who apply before June 30, 2025.

For the full job description please go to mtcb.colorado.gov. If you have any questions, please contact Nate Stepanek at n.stepanek@mtcbpd.us or 970-349-6516. To apply please email your cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references to Nate Stepanek at n.stepanek@mtcbpd.us.

THE CLUB AT CRESTED BUTTE is hiring a summer seasonal Assistant Racquets Professional. Pay range is $20-21/hr. + commission. Commission rates for private instruction DOE. Employee benefits include employee discounts and complimentary golf.

For more information or to apply, please visit

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BUILDING INSPECTOR: The Town of Crested Butte is looking for a Building Inspector to join the Community Development team. The Building Inspector is responsible for performing a variety of commercial, industrial, residential plan review and building and safety inspections of new and existing properties for compliance with Town adopted regulations and building codes. This year-round position includes an excellent benefits package with 100% employer paid health, dental, vision, life insurance, and contribution to retirement plan after one year of employment. Starting pay is $35.49 - $42.59 DOQ. Full job description is available on the Town’s website at www. townofcrestedbutte.com/jobs. Please submit application, cover letter, and resume via email to jobs@crestedbutte-co.gov. Position is open until filled. The Town of Crested Butte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

MOUNTAIN ROOTS SEEKS BOARD AND COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Passionate about earth, food, and community? We need you to help lead the future of food.

Part time residents welcome. Learn more at mountainrootsfoodproject.org or call Holly at 970-417-7848.

ICLEAN IN CRESTED BUTTE is looking for cleaners. Pay DOE. Please call 970-3312417.

Buscamos limpiadores para trabajar en Crested Butte. Por favor, comuníquese con IClean al 970-331-2417.

KITCHEN LINE COOK WANTED AT PUBLIC HOUSE: Join our team and prepare varied cuisines in a fast paced kitchen. Morning prep, lunch and dinner shifts available. This full-time or part-time, seasonal role starts at $25-$30/hour, depending on qualifications, plus tips and potential for company subsidized housing.

The season runs to Oct. Please apply online at elevenexperience.com/careers/ or email jobs@elevenexperience.com for more information on how to apply.

STEPPING STONES CHILDREN’S CENTER IS HIRING: We offer competitive pay starting at $20-$23 depending on experience including benefits. Job consists of working with kids ages 12 weeks to 5 years old. Visit us in Crested Butte and come be a part of our team! Send your interest and resume to Steppingstonescb@gmail.com.

THE TOWN OF MT. CRESTED BUTTE TOWN COUNCIL is seeking letters of interest from qualified individuals for the position of Municipal Court Judge. A qualified candidate

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Gunnison Country Times for the Municipal Court Judge position has been admitted to the Colorado Bar, is currently licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado and is a Gunnison County Resident. To apply for the position, please submit a letter of interest and your resume to toconnell@mtcb.colorado.gov or Tiffany O’Connell, Town Clerk, Town of Mt. Crested Butte, PO Box 5800, Mt. Crested Butte, CO 81225. For more information regarding the position please go to mtcb.colorado.gov.

Priority will be given to applications received before June 30, 2025.

GUNNISON LIQUOR (The Ghost) is currently looking for part-time help. Nights and weekends a must. Pay DOE. Stop by with a resume. 603 W. Tomichi Ave., Gunnison.

NOTICE NOTICE OF PRACTICE CLOSURE: Effective 7/31/2025: William S. Timothy, MD Peak Physiatry, LLC 112 Spencer Ave., Gunnison, CO, 81230 Patients may obtain records by contacting: Morgan Records Management Phone: 833-888-0061 Email: Medical@MorganRM.com Online: MorganRecordsManagement. com>Request My Records

REAL ESTATE PRIME GROUND FLOOR RETAIL SPACE Next to City Market in Gunnison - 1,500 sqft of prime ground floor retail space available in the Meadows Mall next to City Market in Gunnison - Huge parking lot, tons of foot traffic, excellent 135 highway visibility - For more information, call Jordon Ringel at 817733-6947 or visit GunnisonMeadows.com.

FLAT LAND FOR LEASE AVAILABLE IN GUNNISON: Easy access - call Geoff 978473-9256.

10 ACRE MINING CLAIM: Established in 1896. Hand dug shaft, unit 66, spring-fed pond, partially fenced, good hunting, easy access off Hwy 149. $47,000. Call 970-7846722.

2 LOTS: Approximately 1 acre each in a private retreat at Hwy 135 & Cr 10. Both with water rights. Both have use of common area of approximately 1 acre around old ranch house. One is a walk out lot.

The lot at the east end of the property $1,750/share with 100 shares minimum.

West lot with walk out potential $2,500/share with 100 share minimum. Call 970-641-5641.

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By: Liza Marron, Chairman Saguache County Board of Commissioners

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING

Gunnison Country Times Gunnison, Colorado Publication dates of June 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2025

ANNUAL BOARD MEETING NOTICE Upper Gunnison River Water Conservancy District Board of Directors Meeting Monday, June 30, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.

The Board of Directors of the Upper Gunnison River Water Conservancy District (UGRWCD) will conduct their annual meeting on Monday, June 30, 2025 at 5:30 PM at the UGRWCD Offices, 210 W. Spencer Ave., Suite A, Gunnison, CO 81230 and via Zoom video/teleconferencing. Please contact the District at (970)641-6065 with questions or for the Zoom login information.

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NOTICE OF HEARING The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing at the Saguache County Road and Bridge meeting Room located at 305 – 3rd Street, Saguache, Colorado, on the following date: MONDAY , JUNE 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM to consider proposed changes to the Saguache County 1041 Regulations.

Chapter 1 – Administrative Regulations Chapter 2 – Permit Regulations Chapter 14 – Saguache County 1041 Regulations Regarding Solar Projects To view the proposed changes BEGINNING FRIDAY, MAY 30, 2025, you may contact the Saguache County Land Use Department – PO Box 326, Saguache, CO 81149 or atorrez@saguachecounty-co.gov, or by calling 719-655-2321 or you may also view the changes on our website at www. saguachecounty.colorado.gov .

Written comments will be accepted until Friday, JUNE 27, 2025 at 3pm, and may be sent to Saguache County Land Use Department at PO Box 326, Saguache, CO 81149 or email to atorrez@saguachecountyco.gov.

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NOTICE OF HEARING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: GUNNISON COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, GUNNISON COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION, AND GUNNISON COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT CONCERNING LUC-23-00032, A LAND USE CHANGE PERMIT APPLICATION FOR PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAN REVIEW OF A MAJOR IMPACT LAND USE CHANGE FOR AN EXPANSION OF COMMERCIAL USE AT DISCOUNT (AKA CENTENNIAL) STORAGE AND SETBACK VARIANCE ON THE PARCEL OF LAND COMMONLY KNOWN AS PARCEL NO. 3701-250-06-008, 825 STATE HIGHWAY 135, GUNNISON, COLORADO; LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOT 3, FLYING RANCH SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT FILED SEPTEMBER 17, 2019 AT RECEPTION NO. 662373, COUNTY OF GUNNISON, COLORADO. HEARING DATE, TIME AND LOCATION: The Gunnison County Planning Commission and Gunnison Board of County Commissioners will conduct a joint public hearing on July 17, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. in the meeting room upstairs in the Blackstock Government Center, 221 N. Wisconsin St. in Gunnison and/or by ZOOM meeting. If attending by Zoom please go to the online meetings tab at https://www.gunnisoncounty. org/144/Community-and-EconomicDevelopment for the ZOOM meeting link to hear public comments concerning this land use change permit application.

APPLICANT: Centennial Storage Partners, LLC, represented by Jennifer Barviski and Schumacher & O’Loughlin, LLC PARCEL LOCATION: PARCEL NO. 3701250-06-008, 825 STATE HIGHWAY 135, GUNNISON, COLORADO; LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOT 3, FLYING RANCH SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT FILED SEPTEMBER 17, 2019 AT RECEPTION NO. 662373, COUNTY OF GUNNISON, COLORADO.

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Gunnison Country Times PROPOSAL: Centennial Storage Partners, LLC (Applicant), represented by Michael O’Loughlin, Esq. of Schumacher & O’Loughlin, LLC, request an expansion of an existing Commercial use and a setback variance to allow for an additional 115 outdoor vehicle storage spaces adjacent to the Discount Storage facility at 1825 State Highway 135, Gunnison, CO 81230, Parcel No. 3701-250-06-008 (Application). The request would increase outdoor vehicle storage units from 134 to 249 spaces. The proposal would not increase the approximate 21,000 sq. ft. of interior retail storage.

HOW TO VIEW THE APPLICATION: A copy of the application is available online at: https://www.gunnisoncounty.org/436/PermitDatabase. Select “projects” and type LUC23-00032 in the application number field. If you have questions or issues accessing the files, contact the Community Development Department at (970) 641-0360.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: The public is invited to submit oral or written comments at the hearing, or to submit written comments by email: planning@gunnisoncounty.org, or by letter (Community Development, 221 N. Wisconsin, Suite D, Gunnison, CO 81230), so long as they are received by 5 p.m. the afternoon before the date of the meeting so that they may be submitted for the public record during the hearing. A copy of the application is available in the Community Development Department, 221 N. Wisconsin, Suite D, Gunnison, CO; additional information may be obtained by calling the Planning Office (970) 641-0360.

ADA ACCOMMODATIONS: Anyone needing special accommodations as determined by the American Disabilities Act may contact the Community Development Department prior to the day of the hearing. /s/ Hillary I. Seminick, ACIP Planning Director Gunnison County Community Development Department

NOTICE OF LAND USE CHANGE PERMIT APPROVALS NOTICE OF LAND USE CHANGE PERMIT APPROVALS CREATING A VESTED RIGHT GUNNISON COUNTY, COLORADO PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Gunnison County has approved the following Land Use Change permits with site-specific development plans(s) within unincorporated Gunnison County, which creates a threeyear vested property right pursuant to Colorado Revised Statutes, Article 68 of Title 24 C.R.S., as amended.

A “vested property right” gives the following applicant(s) the right to undertake the development subject to the condition(s) of approval of the site-specific development plan(s).

LUC-23-00009. Applicant Ron Weber proposes construction of a two-story singlefamily residence with an attached garage (including a storage loft), connected by an open breezeway, and a grade-level patio.

The project site is a vacant, forested parcel at the end of Saddle Ridge Road. This project is classified as a Minor Impact Project due to the proposed structures breaking the Ridgeline Vantage from points along CO135. LOT 18, TRAPPERS CROSSING AT WILDCAT, ACCORDING TO THE AMENDED PLAT THEREOF RECORDED OCTOBER 30, 1992 UNDER RECEPTION NO 438114 AND AS MODIFIED BY THE BOUNDARY LINE ADJUSTMENT RECORDED NOVEMBER 11, 1996 IN BOOK 773 AT PAGE 699, COUNTY OF GUNNISON, STATE OF COLORADO. /s/ Hillary Iza Seminick, AICP Planning Director Gunnison County Community Development Department

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NOTICE OF NAME CHANGE

NOTICE OF INTENT TO DISPOSE NOTICE OF INTENT TO DISPOSE: To the following parties that have their personal property stored at Plotts Mini Storage, LLC, 312 W. Hwy 50, Gunnison, CO, 81230: All property will be sold or disposed of, unless claimed and/or all rent and fees paid prior to June 30, 2025 Unit A35 - Jake Neil Unit 67 – Carlos Villarreal Unit 347 – Toni Solevo Unit 83 – Portiro Godiness Unit A30 – Stephen Stacy Gunnison Country Times Gunnison, Colorado Publication dates of June 12, 19 and 26, 2025

PUBLIC NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME Public Notice is given on June 3, 2025 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an Adult has been filed with the Gunnison County Court The Petition requests that the name of ESTEBAN DENIZ II be changed to ESTEBAN REYES Heidi Duryea Clerk of Court /s/ Heidi Duryea Gunnison Country Times Gunnison, Colorado Publication dates of June 5, 12 and 19, 2025

NOTICE OF INTENT TO DISPOSE Notice is hereby given to the following parties that their personal items stored at Discount Self Storage, 1825 N. Hwy 135 will be sold or disposed of unless claimed prior to June 19th.

Unit 53 - Jim McDougal Date of Redemption: June 19th, 2025 Unit 265 - Mikah Fontenot Date of Redemption: June 19th, 2025 Notice is hereby given to the following parties that their personal items stored at Discount Self Storage, 500 S. Blvd will be sold or disposed of unless claimed prior to June 19th.

D39 - Ian Lewis Date of Redemption: June 19th, 2025 Notice is hereby given to the following parties that their personal items stored at Discount Self Storage, 246 Buckley will be sold or disposed of unless claimed prior to June 19th.

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THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. Lot 9 in Block 1 1 of Arrowhead in Gunnison Country Subdivision, Filing No.1 according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded on the 5th day of February, 1974, under Reception No. 298784 of the Gunnison County Clerk and Recorder’s records together with a right of ingress and egress to and from the Alpine Plateau Road No. 559 over the platted roads over said subdivision and from said platted roads over the common grounds to said lot, with all appurtenances, County of Gunnison, State of Colorado.

Also known by street and number as: 655 Balsam Rd., Cimarron, CO 81220 THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE WRIT OF EXECUTION AND CERTIFICATE OF LEVY. NOTICE OF SALE THEREFORE, pursuant to the said Writ of Execution directing me to sell the said real property, notice is hereby given that I will at public auction, at l0:00 a.m. on Tuesday July 1’1 2025, at 510 W. Bidwell Ave., Gunnison, CO 81230, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Judgment Debtor, Judgment Debtor’s heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the Judgment, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; County Sheriff Adam Murdie /s/ Josh Ashe Undersheriff The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Jacob A. With, Atty.

Reg.#: 40546; Law of the Rockies, 525 N. Main Street, Gunnison, CO 81230; 970-6411903 ex. 2 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

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Court and Case No. Judgment Entered in Transcript of Judgment Recording Date - Gunnison County, Colorado Dist. Ct. 2024CV30042 January 7, 2025 Reception Number of Transcript of Judgment - 700239 County of Recording - Gunnison Writ of Execution Date - April 11, 2025 Original Judgment Amount - $3,138.71 Outstanding Original Judgment Amount $3,138.71

NOTICE OF NAME CHANGE PUBLIC NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME Public Notice is given on June 6, 2025 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an Adult has been filed with the Gunnison County Court The Petition requests that the name of Evianne Marjorie Rodriguez-Adame be changed to Evianne Marjorie McCoy-Adame Heidi Duryea Clerk of Court /s/ Heidi Duryea Gunnison Country Times Gunnison, Colorado Publication dates of June 12, 19 and 2025 17594

NOTICE OF SALE COMBINED NOTICE (CRS §38-38-103) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2024CV30042 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Writ of Execution: The undersigned Sheri IT caused the Certificate of Levy relating to the Writ of Execution and judgment described below to be recorded in the real property records of Gunnison County, Colorado. Gunnison Judgment Creditors Arrowhead Improvements Association, Inc. Current Holder of the Judgment Creditor’s Rights Arrowhead Improvements Association, Inc. Judgment Debtor - Sheri Wareham Judgment Date - December 13, 2024

COMBINED NOTICE (CRS §38-38-103) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2024CV30043 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Writ of Execution: The undersigned Sheriff caused the Certificate of Levy relating to the Writ of Execution described below to be recorded in the real property records of Gunnison County, Colorado.

Judgment Creditors Arrowhead Improvements Association, Inc. Current Holder of the Judgment Creditor’s Rights Arrowhead Improvements Association, Inc. Judgment Debtor - Michael W. Kessell Judgment Date - December 23, 2024 Court and Case No. Judgment Entered in Transcript of Judgment Recording Date - Gunnison County, Colorado Dist. Ct. 2024CV30043 January 7, 2025 and March 14, 2025 Reception Number of Transcript of Judgment - 700238 and 70 l 051 County of Recording - Gunnison Writ of Execution Date - April 11, 2025 Original Judgment Amount - $2,937.57 Outstanding Original Judgment Amount $2,937.57 THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The real property being foreclosed is Lot 12 in Block 2 of Arrowhead in Gunnison Country Subdivision, Filing No.1 Amended according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded on the 5th day of February 1974, under Reception No. 298784, with all appurtenances, County of Gunnison, State of Colorado.

Also known by street and number as: 551 Spruce Road, Cimarron, CO 81220 THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN

IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE WRIT OF EXECUTION AND CERTIFICATE OF LEVY. NOTICE OF SALE THEREFORE, pursuant to the said Writ of Execution directing me to sell the said real property, notice is hereby given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 510 W. Bidwell Ave., Gunnison, CO 81230, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Judgment Debtor, Judgment Debtor’s heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the Judgment, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; Gunnison County Sheriff Adam Murdie /s/ Josh Ashe Undersheriff The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Jacob A. With, Atty.

Reg.#: 40546; Law of the Rockies, 525 N. Main Street, Gunnison, CO 81230; 970-6411903 ex. 2 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Matthew Jerome Cahir, also known as, Matthew J. Cahir, Deceased Case Number: 25PR30013.

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Gunnison, County, Colorado or on or before September 29, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred. James E. Plumhoff, III- Devor & Plumhoff, LLC, 152 Colorado Ave., Montrose, CO 81401, (970) 249-7000.

96647389664738. To be considered a plan holder for bids, register with QuestCDN.com for a free Regular membership and download the bidding documents in digital form at a cost of $22. Downloading the documents and becoming a plan holder is recommended as plan holder’s receive automatic notice of addenda, other bid updates. Contact QuestCDN Customer Support at 952-2331632 or Support@QuestCDN.com for assistance in membership registration or downloading digital bidding documents.

Interested parties may view the Contract Documents at no cost prior to deciding to become a plan holder.

In order to submit a responsive bid as a Prime Contractor and to receive all necessary addendum(s) for this project, you must be on the Planholder’s List. It is the planholder’s responsibility to review the site for addendums and changes before submitting their proposal. This includes review for environmental changes.

Environmental changes during construction could take up to three months for approval.

For additional information, please contact us via email at bid.info@woolpert.com.

The approximate quantities of major bid items involved in the proposed work are: C-105a Mobilization (10% Max) 1 LS P-101a Crack Repair 84,900 LF P-608-Ra Friction Testing 1 LS P-608-Rb Fog Seal with Sand 156,700 SY P-608a Fog Seal without Sand 109,250 SY P-620a Temporary Marking 9,950 SF P-620b Permanent Marking 153,500 SF Pre-Bid Conference. A pre-bid conference will not be held for this project.

Bid Conditions. All bidders shall make arrangements with the Gunnison - Crested Butte Regional Airport to examine the site to become familiar with all site conditions prior to submitting their bid.

The bidder is required to provide all information as required within the Contract Documents. The bidder is required to bid on all items of every schedule or as otherwise detailed in the Instructions to Bidders.

Bids may be held by Sponsor for a period not to exceed 60 calendar days from the date of the bid opening for the purpose of evaluating bids prior to award of contract.

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No Bidder may withdraw its bid after the bid has been opened. Gunnison County reserves the right to waive any informality in bidding and to reject any and all bids.

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All questions regarding the bid are to be directed to Jesse Erickson, 720 South Colorado Boulevard, Suite 1200-S, Glendale, CO. 80246, Jesse.Erickson@ woolpert.com.

PUBLIC NOTICE THE TOWN OF MT. CRESTED BUTTE TOWN COUNCIL is seeking letters of interest from qualified individuals for the position of Municipal Court Judge. A qualified candidate for the Municipal Court Judge position has been admitted to the Colorado Bar, is currently licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado and is a Gunnison County Resident. To apply for the position, please submit a letter of interest and your resume to toconnell@mtcb.colorado.gov or Tiffany O’Connell, Town Clerk, Town of Mt. Crested Butte, PO Box 5800, Mt. Crested Butte, CO 81225. For more information regarding the position please go to mtcb.colorado.gov.

Priority will be given to applications received before June 30, 2025.

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS Gunnison - Crested Butte Regional Airport Gunnison, Colorado 2025 Airfield Pavement Maintenance CDAG Project No. 24-GUC-01 Sealed Bids, subject to the conditions contained herein, for improvements to the Gunnison - Crested Butte Regional Airport, Gunnison, Colorado, CDAG Project No. 24GUC-01, will be received by the Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport, at the Airport Administration Offices, 519 Rio Grande Avenue, Gunnison, Colorado, 81230, until Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. (local time). Bids shall be addressed to the attention of the Gunnison County, Stephanie Petsch, 519 Rio Grande Ave, Gunnison, Colorado, 81230, and will be clearly marked “Sealed Bid: 2025 Airfield Pavement Maintenance. DO NOT OPEN”. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at 1:00 p.m. (local time) in the Airport Administration Offices, 519 Rio Grande Avenue, Gunnison, Colorado, 81230, in the order they were received.

The bidding documents are available at https://woolpert.com/bid and/or www. questcdn.com - Reference Quest Number

Bid Bond. Guarantee will be required with each bid as a certified check on a solvent bank or a Bid Bond in the amount of five (5) % of the total amount of the bid, made payable to Gunnison County.

Performance & Payment Bond. The successful bidder will be required to furnish separate performance and payment bonds each in an amount equal to 100% of the contract price.

Federal Language Required for Solicitations: Title VI Solicitation Notice: The Gunnison County, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 USC §§ 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders or offerors that it will affirmatively ensure that for any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and no businesses will be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency), creed, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), age, or disability in consideration for an award.

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Gunnison U14 baseball defeats Alamosa Boys win Summer Slam Tournament opening game Evan Bjornstad Times Staff Writer

Gunnison's U14 baseball team thumped Alamosa 8-1 with dominant defence and precise pitching in the Summer Slam Tournament opening game on June 6.

“Alamosa beat us twice [last week] and our boys came back ready to play,” said coach Kevin Walek. “We played a hard, complete game and played well.”

The game started slow for the home offense, and only Wyatt Stone made it on base in the first inning. Joseph Stoeber highlighted the bottom of the first from the mound. The Gunnison pitcher faced only three batters, keeping the score 0-0.

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Joseph Stoeber pitches against Alamosa. (Photos by Evan Bjornstad)

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On June 9, Gunnison’s U12 softball team nearly pulled off a comeback against fierce rival Montrose. The girls lost 15-9 in three innings.

Gunnison started the first inning with an early deficit with Gunnison pitcher Parker Spann taking the mound. A total of five Montrose runners made it across home to start the game leading 5-0. Despite the difficult start, Hanna Bryja drew a walk to get the Gunnison offense

started before being helped home by Emma Stanley.

Montrose again put five runs on the board in the second inning, leaving Gunnison with a massive mountain to climb at 10-1. Despite the setbacks, Gunnison fought back slowly with runners Abby Willis, Olivia Schellenberg and Maddison Reycraft all finding success at the plate and loading the bases.

Parker Spann, McKenna Singer and Emma Stanley also starred at the plate, and three Gunnison girls scored, whittling down Montrose’s lead to 10-4.

The third inning ended with Montrose enforcing the 5-run inning rule, and ending the final inning up 15-4. Gunnison faced its final stand in the bottom of the third, and slowly began to rally Leadoff bat-

ter Hazel Fitzgerald smoked a double to get the team going, followed by Lillian McElyea, Olivia Schellenberg, Maddison Reycraft and Parker Spann all getting on base and eventually making it home safe.

Despite scoring five runs in the third and enforcing the 5-run rule, Gunnison finished the game with a 15-9 defeat. The Gunnison U12 softball team’s next home games will be held during the Diamonds in the Rockies tournament June 13-14 at Jorgensen Park.

(Evan Bjornstad can b e contacted at 970.641.1414 or intern@gunnisontimes.com.)

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of how our team was able to battle,” Stoeber said.

Gunnison’s offense came to life in the top of the second.

Ace Watson knocked a double down the right-field line but the boys still went scoreless in the inning. Despite the cold bats, the team's defense continued to keep Alamosa scoreless, thanks in part to a miraculous diving catch by Bohdi Bacalis.

Leadoff batter Cody Vick started a third inning rally after reaching first on a catcher's interference. Then, Vick was driven home by Bacalis to get Gunnison on the board.

Gunnison led 1-0 heading into the bottom of the third.

The inning was again highlighted by Stoeber’s pitching, who only faced four batters while keeping Alamosa scoreless.

Gunnison continued to maintain control, scoring two more runs and moving the score to 3-0. The fourth inning started with a pitching change, bringing Lane Stone to take over on the bump. Alamosa began to fight back in the bottom of the fourth getting runners on base, but still going scoreless against the strong Gunnison defense.

Gunnison catcher Cody Vick frames a pitch.

The Gunnison bats continued to heat up in the fifth inning. Bacalis knocked a twobagger followed by RBIs from both Stoeber and Wyatt Stone.

Finishing out the top of the fifth, Gunnison led by a staggering six runs over a scoreless Alamosa team. The bottom of the fifth continued with more elite pitching, preventing any chance for Alamosa to come back.

Gunnison again tacked on another run in the sixth inning, moving the score to 7-0. Alamosa eventually drove a runner home in the sixth, but it had little effect on the outcome.

The Stone twins led the offense in the seventh and final inning. Each got on base

and scored one run putting Gunnison up by seven. After a crucial Alamosa baserunning error, Gunnison sealed the game at 8-1.

In the following Summer Slam games, Gunnison’s U14 team lost their final two against Cortez and Durango 12-0 and were eliminated from contention. Gunnison U13 team also went 1-2 in the tournament alongside two U12 teams: The Hammerheads and Home Run Heroes going 1-2 and 0-3.

The U14 boys will return to action on June 18 against Montrose at Jorgensen Park.

(Evan Bjornst a d can b e contacted at 970.641.1414 or intern@gunnisontimes.com.)

Jumping into gymnastics season With summer in full swing, the Gunnison CARA Competitive gymnastics team has begun their practice at the Gunnison Rec Center. The teams will travel to Elizabeth, Colorado on June 14, at a meet Hosted by ChalkBox Gymnastics.

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