Stop the Knock

If you have not responded to the 2020 Census, you can expect a visitor to your home soon. Census takers have began visiting households who have not already self-responded to the 2020 Census in western Colorado. They are expected to be in the Roaring Fork region the week of August 10th. You can stop the knock at your home by self responding to the census by following the link below.

To date, Snowmass Village has a low self-response rate - ranking 260 out of 270 Colorado communities. Getting a 100% response rate in Snowmass Village is vital for future funding, program opportunities, political representation, and more. It is as important as voting. 

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Share the Trail & Be Nice

The 90+ miles of local trails are one of the biggest reasons to love Snowmass in the summer. Every trail offers a unique experience, some are better for solitude while others attract a variety of trail users and can, at times, feel a bit busier. Being respectful and understanding will help make everyone’s experience more positive. 

Trail Etiquette Tips:

• Share the trail – Uphill users always have the right of way. Going uphill is hard work, let’s be kind and move aside for them to pass through.

• Say hi! And, when passing someone let them know how many are in your group so they know when you are ‘all clear’.

• Keep your speed in check. Make sure you’re in control enough to be able to stop or move aside should you encounter oncoming traffic. Blind corners are common and someone may be approaching you just on the other side.

• Some folks love the quiet of nature and others enjoy using trails as a way to connect with others. Regardless, please be respectful and don’t be too loud out there.

• Plan your route: some trails are only for hikers while others are only for downhill mountain biking. Make sure you choose the right trails for your experience. Visit BikeSnowmass.com or HikeSnowmass.com to help plan your day on the trails.

• Leave No Trace. Pack it in, pack it out. There is no ‘trail mom’ or ‘trail clean-up crew’ to pick-up after you.

• We love dogs. Please obey all leash laws and be sure to pick up any poop. (Sorry to say: the ‘poop fairy’ is not real)

• Not every person wants to be greeted by a dog and not every dog wants to be greeted by other people. Please be courteous and ask before initiating any dog introductions.

• Sorry, no e-bikes on the trails. There are NO e-bikes allowed on the dirt (or ski area) trails. If you’d like to ride an e-bike, Class-1 e-bikes are allowed on paved Snowmass trails such as Brush Creek.

• Please respect private property. Many of our local trails cross through private property. These owners graciously allow for public trail usage to pass through, please be respectful so that we can continue to use these trails for decades to come. 

Brush Creek Construction Update

The Brush Creek Water Line and Road Replacement Project remains on schedule. A lot of progress has already been made, and additional sticks of new water pipe were installed along Brush Creek Road this week. After thorough testing of the new water lines, beginning in late August, phase 2 of the project will begin and the Town will begin working to repave the road.

Tweaks and improvements were made to the Traffic Control Plan earlier this month to expedite detour route traffic during peak commuter hours and keep delays to a minimum. The detour will remain in place via Owl Creek and Highline Roads through the duration of the project. We appreciate your patience as we work to maintain and improve our core infrastructure for the future of Snowmass Village.

You can find more project updates and progress photos on the project web page by following the link below.

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Snowmass Village Election

The focus might be on a national level, but Snowmass Village electors can expect to vote for local candidates in the 2020 election. Two Council seats and the position of Mayor will be on this year's ballot. 

Beginning Tuesday, August 4th, nomination petitions for the position of Town Council and Mayor can be downloaded from the Town website. Candidates who are interested in running can visit the web page any time to learn minimum qualifications, timelines, and more.

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