Marcus Shawcroft

The meeting commenced following the establishment of a quorum. The agenda for the meeting was approved unanimously by the Commission. The primary new business involved a discussion regarding the Town of South Fork Nuisance Code. Key topics discussed included fire hazards, dog barking, engine brakes, prairie dogs, noxious weeds, and burn restrictions. The Town Administrator stated that suggestions from the discussion would be incorporated into material presented at the subsequent meeting.

The Special Meeting agenda was approved. The consent agenda, including minutes from December 9, 2025, and various monthly reports (Code Enforcement/STR, Police Department, Public Works, Visitor Center), was unanimously approved. Financial reports for November 2025 were reviewed, highlighting General Fund revenue and expenses, as well as activity in the Water Enterprise and Visitor Center/Marketing Funds. Discussion on the Short-Term Rental Review Committee Recommendations was tabled until the next meeting to ensure full Board attendance. The Board discussed the potential creation of a South Fork Marketing District and heard a presentation regarding the lodging tax from the Rio Grande County Administrator. Resolutions 2026-01 (Designation of Official Duties), 2026-02 (Authorizing Signatures), and 2026-03 (Changing the December 2026 Regular Meeting date) were all approved by a 4-0 vote. The Board agreed to move the March regular meeting from the 24th to the 23rd, and it was noted that the Sheriff and County Commissioners would attend the next meeting to discuss ATVs/OHVs.

The meeting began with the establishment of a quorum. The agenda was unanimously approved. Key new business included the consideration of Resolution No. PC 2025-06 regarding a Boundary Line Adjustment for 117 Fir Drive, which was tabled until the October meeting because the necessary paperwork was incomplete. Additionally, the Commission discussed the formation of a Short-Term Rental Committee to review the current policy, led by Commissioner Iten, who will investigate existing procedures before proceeding.

The meeting commenced with the approval of the agenda. The consent agenda, which included monthly reports from Code Enforcement/STR, Police Department, Public Works, and the Visitors Center, was approved. New Business included a discussion on recommendations from the Short-Term Rental Update Committee, which was tabled to allow for the absent Trustee Iten's input, although the recommendations were read into the record. The Board passed three resolutions (2025-36, 2025-37, and 2025-38) appropriating additional funds for the 2025 General Fund, Visitor Center Marketing Fund, and expenditures exceeding the 2025 Budget, respectively. Additionally, Ordinance No. 2025-08 was approved, prohibiting the use of graywater in the Town of South Fork to avoid state-mandated bureaucracy and expense.

The meeting included discussions and actions on various topics. The board reviewed the financial report, covering the General Fund, Water Enterprise Operating and Maintenance, Water Enterprise Water System Project, and the Visitor Center and Marketing Fund. They also discussed the collection of past-due water service fees through the Rio Grande County property tax polls. Additionally, the board approved liquor license renewals for Tiny Timbers Resort and Coffee Bistro and Chavalos Mexican Restaurant. An update was given regarding the Marketing IGA with the Rio Grande County Commissioners.