La Plata County Board of County Commissioners Board Discussion Time
The meeting agenda included a budget amendment request for the Senior Services Department to address staffing needs, a proposal for the South Durango Urban Renewal Authority Plan Area involving tax increment financing discussions, and a budget request from the La Plata Economic Development Alliance. Additionally, the board received updates on human services restructuring, a monthly report for the Road and Bridge budget, discussions with the County Attorney and Acting County Manager regarding an Urban Renewal Authority update, an RFP update for the Old Main Post Office building, and an overview of federal grant support letters. The session concluded with a commissioner roundtable covering regional meetings and fiber damage concerns in the county.
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The Board discussed and acted upon several items including the approval of county cash requirements and the adoption of a new Safety and Security Policy (Policy No. II.8) for the county. The Board also addressed a memorandum of understanding with the City of Durango regarding Proposition 123 Shared Affordable Housing Credits, a certification of local approval for the Volunteers of America, and the ratification of a Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment landfill remediation grant. Additionally, the Board considered a plan for the distribution of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe payment in lieu of taxes.
Feb 24, 2026·Board meeting
La Plata County Board of County Commissioners Minutes
The Board meeting included a tribute to Jim and Terry Fitzgerald and heard public comment regarding the Code Right Project. Key actions taken included the approval and adoption of the 2026 Road Maintenance Map and the suspension of annual considerations for changes to road maintenance through December 31, 2028, both involving revisions to address funding deficiencies and infrastructure backlogs. The consent agenda covered a range of approvals, including county cash requirements, a grant application for Colorado Parks and Wildlife, several liquor license renewals, an intergovernmental agreement with the Town of Bayfield for routine police patrol, and a letter of support for reauthorization of the Cheney Disposal Cell.
