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Posted on: May 15, 2023

Street Smart

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Whether you’re biking, walking, rolling, or driving, follow these Street Smart tips and tricks to keep you on the right path and get you from point A to B smoothly, safely, and enjoyably.

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Posted on: May 2, 2023

Aspen Police Bike Auction

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The APD bike auction is on June 2, 2023, outside of the police station at 540 E. Main Street. Place your bid on what could be your new steed. A preview of the items begins at 10 a.m. and bidding begins at 11 a.m.

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Posted on: April 4, 2023

Spring Street Improvements

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Construction season is here. Learn more about street improvement projects, including scheduling and access.

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Posted on: March 1, 2023

City of Aspen Announces Selection of Next Police Chief

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City of Aspen Announces Selection of Next Police Chief

City Manager Sara Ott has announced that Kim Ferber has accepted a conditional offer of employment to be the City of Aspen’s new Police Chief. Ferber was selected following a comprehensive, n...

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Posted on: March 22, 2023

Connect with us the City on Aspen 311 Connect

ASpen 311 Connect: Submit and track service requests, report issues, ask qsk questions. aspen.gov

Aspen 311 Connect

Service request app, online portal enhances customer service

Aspen 311 Connect is the City’s customer service platform, tracking community issues to resolution. The platform includes a mobile app and online portal that will allow...

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Posted on: March 1, 2023

Aspen City Council approves new Organics Waste Diversion ordinance

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 Aspen City Council approved this week an ordinance that will prohibit organics from trash headed for landfill disposal. The first phase of Ordinance 4 will be effective Oct. 15 and applies to restaurants and retail food operators. 

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Posted on: June 1, 2023

Free Irrigation Assessments for Aspen Water Customers

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

 

Free Irrigation Assessments for Aspen Water Customers

Assessments detect overwatering and optimize landscape care

 

Aspen, Colo. – June 1, 2023  – The City of Aspen ...

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Posted on: May 26, 2023

Utility Work Along Maroon Creek Road May Impact Traffic

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Utility Work Along Maroon Creek Road May Impact Traffic 

Contact: John Spiess, Open Space and Natural Resource Manager, john.spiess@aspen.gov or 970-429-2028

Emily Ford, Communications Coordinator, emily.ford@asp...

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Posted on: May 26, 2023

City of Aspen Welcomes New Director of Communications

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City of Aspen Welcomes New Director of Communications

William Porter to Lead Communication Initiatives and Foster Community Engagement

Contact : Alissa Farrell, Administrative Services Director, 970-309 8113 or alissa.farrell@aspen.gov...

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Posted on: May 20, 2023

Rio Grande Park Ponds Opened

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Rio Grande Park Ponds Opened

 

Aspen, Colo. – May 19, 2023 – The Rio Grande Park and John Denver Sanctuary ponds have been reopened to the public. City of Aspen Engineering, Streets,...

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Posted on: May 18, 2023

Rio Grande Park Ponds Temporarily Closed

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PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

Rio Grande Park Ponds Temporarily Closed

  

Aspen, Colo. – May 18, 2023 – An overspray of asphalt tackifier at the Spring and Cooper paving project has led to restricted access in the...

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Posted on: May 11, 2023

APCHA launches pilot rightsizing program

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APCHA launches pilot rightsizing program

Goal is to optimize the use of affordable housing inventory

Aspen, Colorado – May 11, 2023 – The Aspen-Pitkin County Housing Authority is launching a home Rightsizing Pilot Program fo...

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Posted on: May 9, 2023

Two arrested for local motor vehicle thefts

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Two arrested for local motor vehicle theftsFour motorcycles and trailer recovered

Aspen, Colo. – May 9, 2023 – The Aspen Police patrol and investigations divisions worked together with help from several outside pol...

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Posted on: May 8, 2023

City of Aspen Releases 2022 Air Quality Report

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City of Aspen Releases 2022 Air Quality Report

Air quality better in 2022 than 2021

 

Aspen, Colorado – May 8, 2023 – According to the recently released 2022 Aspen Air Quality Report, there were 17 more days...

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Posted on: May 2, 2023

Celebrating the Month of the Young Child in Pitkin County

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Celebrating the Month of the Young Child in Pitkin County

City of Aspen and Kids First host events in May

Aspen, Colorado — May 1, 2023 — The City of Aspen and Kids First are delighted to announce the...

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Posted on: May 1, 2023

City of Aspen Annual Spring Clean-Up

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PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

City of Aspen Annual Spring Clean-Up

May 15-19, 2023 for all Aspen Residents

 

Aspen, Colo. – May 2, 2023 – The City of Aspen Street Departments annual spring clean-up event is taking place May 15-19, 2...

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Posted on: April 26, 2023

Aspen Police Conclude Sexual Assault Investigation

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Aspen Police Conclude Sexual Assault InvestigationNo Charges Filed

Contacts: 

Rick Magnuson, Detective Sergeant, Aspen Police, rick.magnuson@aspen.gov, 1-970-429-1806Jami McMannes, Communications Manager, City of Aspen, jami.m...

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Posted on: April 24, 2023

Streets Superintendent Jerry Nye Retires After 33 Years of Service

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Streets Superintendent Jerry Nye Retires After 33 Years of Service

 

Aspen, Colo. – April 24, 2023 – Jerry Nye, Streets Superintendent, is retiring after 33 years of service. Jerry began his caree...

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Posted on: April 17, 2023

Childcare Financial Aid Deadline is May 1

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

Childcare Financial Aid Deadline is May 1

Kids First and City of Aspen help defray childcare costs

 

Contact: Kids First, (970) 920-5363

Aspen, Colorado – April 17, 2023 – Kids First and the Cit...

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Posted on: April 12, 2023

City of Aspen introduces fee for Level 2 electric vehicle charging stations

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City of Aspen to Implement a Payment System at Electric Vehicle Charging StationsCharging for Level 2 Charging Begins May 1st, 2023

Aspen, Colo. – April 12, 2023 – Beginning May 1, 2023, the City of Aspen will...

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Posted on: April 11, 2023

The City of Aspen to Create a Public Art Plan

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The City of Aspen to Create a Public Art Plan

 Aspen, Colo. – April 11, 2023 – The City of Aspen and the Red Brick Center for the Arts are developing a Public Art Plan with consultants Kendall Peterson of ThereSqua...

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Posted on: April 10, 2023

Food Tax Refund Deadline Applications due April 18

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Food Tax Refund Deadline

Applications due April 18

 Aspen, Colo. – April 10, 2023 – The last day to submit food tax refund applications is Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at 5 p.m. If you haven’t already done so,...

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Posted on: March 28, 2023

The City of Aspen Begins Snow Removal on the Rio Grande Trail

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

The City of Aspen Begins Snow Removal on the Rio Grande Trail

Aspen, Colo. – Tuesday, March 28, 2023 – The City of Aspen trails maintenance staff will begin removing snow from the Rio Grande Trail between Pupp...

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Posted on: March 24, 2023

Domestic Assault Arrest

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Domestic Assault ArrestAspen, Colo. – Friday, March 23 –  On March 23, 2023, at about 8:40 a.m. Aspen Police were called to a report of domestic violence at the Limelight Hotel, 355 S. Monarch Street in Aspen, whe...

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Posted on: March 20, 2023

City of Aspen Announces Selection of Next Police Chief

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City of Aspen announces selection of next police chiefAspen, Colo. – Monday, March 20 – City Manager Sara Ott has announced that Kim Ferber has accepted a conditional offer of employment to be the City of Aspen’s new Police Chief. Fe...

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Posted on: March 20, 2023

Final review process begins for Lumberyard affordable housing project

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Final review process begins for Lumberyard affordable housing project

Public hearings begin this week to review development application 

Contacts:

Chris Everson, City of Aspen Affordable Housing Project Manager, 970-429-1834, chris.ever...

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Posted on: March 15, 2023

Aspen City Council awards over $1.8 million in grant support

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Aspen City Council awards over $1.8 million in grant support City of Aspen’s grant program provides support to 111 local non-profits  

Aspen, Colo. – Wednesday, March 15, 2023 – Aspen City Counci...

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Posted on: March 15, 2023

City of Aspen expands restrictions on single-use carryout bags

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City of Aspen expands restrictions on single-use carryout bags

New ordinance takes effect on May 1

Aspen, Colo. – March 15  –  Aspen City Council this week approved an ordinance that expands restr...

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Posted on: March 2, 2023

Ute Mountaineer and City of Aspen Present the 2023 America’s Uphill

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Ute Mountaineer and City of Aspen Present the 2023 America’s Uphill

Aspen, Colo. – Thursday, March 2, 2023 - Ute Mountaineer and the City of Aspen will present the America’s Uphill race, taking place on Aspen Moun...

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Posted on: March 1, 2023

Finalists Announced for Aspen Police Chief Position

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Finalists Announced for Aspen Police Chief PositionInterviews take place next week, community is invited to meet candidates on March 8Aspen, Colo. – Wednesday, March 1 – The City of Aspen has narrowed the search f...

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Posted on: March 1, 2023

Aspen City Council approves new Organics Waste Diversion ordinance

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Aspen City Council approves new Organics Waste Diversion ordinance

New law will divert organics from the trash, and thus the landfill

Aspen, Colo. – March 1, 2023 – Aspen City Council approved this week an ordinance that will prohibit ...

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Posted on: February 28, 2023

The City of Aspen is Working to Repair Road Damages

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The City of Aspen is Working to Repair Road Damages

 

Aspen, Colo. – Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023 – The continuous snowfall and large temperature swings have led to accelerated pavement deterioratio...

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Posted on: February 24, 2023

Aspen Sustainability Action Plan approved

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Aspen Sustainability Action Plan approvedNew plan serves as roadmap to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Aspen

Aspen, Colo. – Friday, Feb. 24, 2023 – Aspen City Council unanimously approved an updated Aspen Sustainability ...

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Posted on: February 6, 2023

Statewide Winter Bike to Work Day is Friday, February 10

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Statewide Winter Bike to Work Day is Friday, February 10

Aspen, Colo. – Monday, Feb. 6, 2023 – Aspen residents and commuters are invited to celebrate a special Winter Bike to Work Day on Friday, Febru...

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Posted on: January 23, 2023

City of Aspen Announces Justin Forman as New Director of Utilities

New Director of Utilities, Justin Forman

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City of Aspen Announces Justin Forman as New Director of Utilities

Aspen, Colo. – Jan. 23, 2023 – The City of Aspen has announced Justin Forman as the new Director of Utilities. Forman’s hire comes after ...

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Posted on: January 9, 2023

Applications Available for Food Tax Refund

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Applications Available for Food Tax RefundApply online beginning January 6

Aspen, Colo. – January 9, 2023 – Aspen residents who lived within city limits for the entire year of 2022 and who have been regis...

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Posted on: January 24, 2023

City of Aspen Hosts Outreach Event on Park Rental Policy Update

Park Rental Policy Update

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City of Aspen Hosts Outreach Event on Park Rental Policy Update

Aspen, Colo. – January 24, 2023 – The City of Aspen is hosting an open house on Thursday, February 9 in City Hall. Aspen’s par...

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Posted on: January 18, 2023

Childcare Financial Aid Deadline is Feb. 1

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

Childcare Financial Aid Deadline is Feb. 1

Aspen, Colo. – Jan. 16, 2023 – Kids First and the City of Aspen provide a financial aid program to help defray the expense of childcare for working families....

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Posted on: January 6, 2023

Recycle Christmas Trees for Free

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Recycle Christmas Trees for FreePitkin County and the City of Aspen are Accepting Trees Through February 14

Aspen, Colo. – January 6, 2023 - The City of Aspen and Pitkin County are celebrating “Nation...

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Posted on: December 6, 2022

New Castle Creek Bridge Project Kicks Off with Six Events in Seven Days

New Castle Creek Bridge Project Kicks Off with Six Events in Seven DaysMore than 150 people participated in community events and conversations

Aspen, Colorado – December 6, 2022 - The City of Aspen’s awareness campaign to get people up to speed on...

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Posted on: December 5, 2022

Kids First Partners with Colorado Mountain College and Early Childcare Providers to Open New Spaces

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Kids First Partners with Colorado Mountain College and Early Childcare Providers to Open New Spaces

Aspen, Colo. – Monday, Dec. 5, 2022 The City of Aspen’s Kids First program is excited to announce local partner...

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Posted on: December 5, 2022

Aspen Police Chief Says, “Farewell”

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Aspen Police Chief Says, “Farewell”Police Host Community Event on December 14

Aspen, Colorado – December 5, 2022 – The Aspen Police Department will host “Coffee and Donut...

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Posted on: December 2, 2022

City of Aspen Seeks Input on Water Efficiency Plan Update

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City of Aspen Seeks Input on Water Efficiency Plan Update

Aspen, Colo. – Friday, Dec. 2, 2022 – The City of Aspen has completed a draft of an updated Municipal Water Efficiency Plan (WEP) and is reque...

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Posted on: November 22, 2022

City of Aspen Fills Three Key Roles

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City of Aspen Fills Three Key RolesPromotions, new hire bring familiar faces into new roles

Aspen, Colo. – Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2022 Aspen City Manager Sara Ott announced that Information Technology Deputy Director John Sobi...

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Posted on: November 8, 2022

Call for Submissions: Red Brick Accepting Artwork for Aspen City Hall

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

 

Call for Submissions: Red Brick Accepting Artwork for Aspen City Hall Deadline is December 2, 2022

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: 

Sarah Roy, Director, Red Brick Council for the Arts, ...

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Posted on: October 24, 2022

Childcare Financial Aid Available

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

Childcare Financial Aid AvailableKids First application deadline extended to November 8

 

Contacts: 

Nancy Nichols, Kids First Office Manager, City of Aspen, 1-970-920-5372, Nancy.Nichols@aspen.gov 

Jami M...

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Posted on: October 25, 2022

City seeks community input on Aspen Lumberyard Affordable Housing Project public transit, naming

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City seeks community input on Aspen Lumberyard Affordable Housing Project public transit, street namingOpen Houses Scheduled for Thursday, November 3, Noon to 2 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m.

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Posted on: September 30, 2022

Monaghan, Nichols Named Co-Managers for City of Aspen’s Kids First

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Monaghan, Nichols Named Co-Managers for City of Aspen’s Kids First

Aspen, Colo. – Friday, Sept. 30, 2022 The City of Aspen announced that Megan Monaghan and Nancy Nichols have been named as the city’s n...

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Posted on: September 22, 2022

Galena Cooper Living Lab Approaches Experiment End, Next Steps

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Galena Cooper Living Lab Approaches Experiment End, Next StepsConstruction crews will be in the area September 26-September 30

Aspen, Colo. – Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022 – The Galena Cooper Living Lab will end on Monday, Septe...

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Posted on: September 21, 2022

City Seeking Community Input to Recruit Next Aspen Police Chief

 PRESS RELEASE

City Seeking Community Input to Recruit Next Aspen Police Chief 

Survey Closes October 3, 2022 

 

Contacts:  

Sara Ott, Aspen City Manager, 1-970-230-2692, sara.ott@aspen.gov &nb...

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Posted on: September 15, 2022

Kids First Offering Parent Workshops

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PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

Kids First Offering Parent WorkshopsFirst session on Monday, September 19

Aspen, Colo. – Friday, Sept. 16, 2022 – Kids First, alongside Aspen Family Connections, is offering six workshops designed to strengthe...

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Posted on: August 24, 2022

Public E-Waste Collection Event is September 10

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT 

Public E-Waste Collection Event is September 10

 

Contacts: 

Ainsley Brosnan-Smith, Waste Diversion & Recycling Program Administrator, City of Aspen, 1-970-618-9757, Ainsley.Brosnan-Smith@aspen.gov.&...

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Posted on: August 16, 2022

Aspen Police Will Host a Free Coffee and Donut Event on August 23

Public Service Announcement 

Aspen Police Will Host a Free Coffee and Donut Event on August 23

 

Contacts:       

Linda Consuegra, Assistant Chief of Police, Aspen Police Department, 1-970-274-4102, linda....

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Posted on: August 15, 2022

ABC Trail Closure on Maroon Creek Bridge

PSAABC Trail Closure on Maroon Creek BridgeDetour Required August 22 - 31Aspen, Colorado – August 15, 2022 – There will be a full closure of the Maroon Creek Bridge pedestrian trail, and a required detour will be in place on the ABC Tr...

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Posted on: August 12, 2022

Aspen Recreation Names Two Department Heads

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Aspen Recreation Names Two Department Heads

Aspen, Colo. – Friday, August 12, 2022 – Aspen Parks and Recreation announced that Desiree Whitehead has been named the City’s new Recreation Manager. The Depar...

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Posted on: August 10, 2022

City of Aspen Seeks Proposals for Rio Grande Building Restaurant Space

455 Rio Grande Place Restuarant Space

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City of Aspen Seeks Proposals for Rio Grande Building Restaurant Space

Aspen, Colo. – Wednesday, August 10, 2022 – The City of Aspen seeks proposals from qualified vendors for the commercial restaurant space locate...

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Posted on: August 8, 2022

Night Work on Paepcke Transit Hub Improvements Project Begins August 15

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Night Work on Paepcke Transit Hub Improvements Project Begins August 15

Aspen, Colo. – Monday, Aug. 8, 2022 – The Paepcke Transit Hub Improvements project will shift into a night-work phase from Monday, Aug. 1...

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Posted on: August 4, 2022

City of Aspen Hires Lodging and Commercial Core Program Manager

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City of Aspen Hires Lodging and Commercial Core Program Manager

New Position Serves as Resource to Aspen Businesses

 

Contacts:

Sara Ott, City Manager, City of Aspen, Sara.Ott@aspen.gov, 1-970-920-5083

Emmy Garrigus, Lodging and Commercia...

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Posted on: August 2, 2022

City of Aspen to Implement a Payment System at Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

City of Aspen to Implement a Payment System at Electric Vehicle Charging StationsCharging for Charging Begins August 8, 2022

 

Contacts: 

Tim Karfs, Climate and Sustainability Program Administrator, City of Aspen,...

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Posted on: August 1, 2022

Customer Portal Available Now for all Aspen Utility Customers

 PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTCustomer Portal Available Now for all Aspen Utility CustomersAspen, Colorado – August 1, 2022– The City of Aspen Utilities Department has been working diligently over the past year to upgrade all el...

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Posted on: July 29, 2022

Burlingame Ranch Phase 3 Unit Sales Delayed

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Burlingame Ranch Phase 3 Unit Sales DelayedCompletion now anticipated for 2023

Aspen, Colo. – Friday, July 29, 2022 – The City of Aspen announces a delay to the sale of all Burlingame Ranch Phase...

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Posted on: July 27, 2022

Kids First Gives $38K to Support Early Childhood Teachers and Program Directors

PRESS RELEASEKids First Gives $38K to Support Early Childhood Teachers and Program DirectorsContact:  Shirley Ritter, Director of Kids First, 970-920-5370 or Shirley.Ritter@aspen.govAspen, Colo. – July 27, 2022 – Kids First, t...

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Posted on: July 19, 2022

Aspen Police Report Spike in Hit and Runs

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

Aspen Police Report Spike in Hit and Runs 

Contacts: 

Ginna Gordon, Community Response Supervisor, Aspen Police, 1-970-274-4141, Ginna.Gordon@aspen.gov

Jami McMannes, Communications Manager, City of Aspen, 1-970-7...

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Posted on: July 7, 2022

Childcare Financial Aid Deadline is August 1

 PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTChildcare Financial Aid Deadline is August 1Contact: Kids First, 970-920-5363Aspen, Colorado – July 7, 2022 – Kids First and the City of Aspen provide a financial aid program to help defray the expe...

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Posted on: July 6, 2022

The City of Aspen Launches Aspen 311 Connect

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The City of Aspen Launches Aspen 311 ConnectNew service request app, online portal will enhance customer service

Aspen, Colo. – Wednesday, July 6, 2022 – The City of Aspen today announced the launch of As...

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Posted on: July 6, 2022

Burlingame Project Update & Neighborhood Gathering Wednesday, July 13 from 5 – 7 p.m.

PSABurlingame Project Update & Neighborhood GatheringWednesday, July 13 from 5 – 7 p.m.Aspen, CO – July 6, 2022 - The City of Aspen announces the continuation of the community engagement around the early childhood education center ...

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Posted on: June 22, 2022

Joe Zanin Nominated for 4th of July Parade Grand Marshal

 PSAJoe Zanin Nominated for 4th of July Parade Grand MarshalAspen, CO – June 22, 2022 – The City of Aspen’s 4th of July Parade Committee has selected longtime Valley local and community volunteer, Joe Zanin to serve ...

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Posted on: June 16, 2022

Bike to Work Day is June 22 in Aspen

 PSABike to Work Day is June 22 in AspenAspen, CO – June 16, 2022 – Aspen residents and commuters are invited to celebrate Bike to Work Day on June 22.  Stations will be set up at Hopkins and 4th; Hallam Street near t...

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Posted on: June 15, 2022

City of Aspen is Hosting Open House on Iselin Tennis and Pickleball Courts Renovation Project

PSACity of Aspen is Hosting Open House on Iselin Tennis and Pickleball Courts Renovation ProjectJuly 13 from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Iselin CourtsAspen, CO – June 15, 2022 – The City of Aspen is hosting an open house to share ...

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Posted on: June 13, 2022

Director of Kids First Shirley Ritter Retiring After 25 Years of Service

PRESS RELEASEDirector of Kids First Shirley Ritter Retiring After 25 Years of ServiceContact:  Shirley Ritter, Director of Kids First, 970-920-5370 or Shirley.Ritter@aspen.govAspen, Colo. – June 13, 2022 – Shirley Ritter, City...

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Posted on: June 9, 2022

Aspen Police Encourages Property Owners to Take Precautions to Secure Homes from Burglary

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

Aspen Police Encourages Property Owners to Take Precautions to Secure Homes from Burglary

Contacts: 

Bill Linn, Assistant Chief of Operations, Aspen Police Department, 1-970-274-4103, Bill.Linn@aspen.govJami McMannes, Com...

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Posted on: June 2, 2022

Aspen Chief of Police Richard Pryor Announces Retirement

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Aspen Chief of Police Richard Pryor Announces Retirement

Contacts:

Richard Pryor, Chief of Police, City of Aspen, Richard.Pryor@aspen.gov, 970-274-4101Jami McMannes, Communications Manager, City of Aspen Jami.McMannes@aspen.gov, 970-76...

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