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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Proposes Revised Critical Habitat for Canada Lynx and Announces Final Recovery Plan

Public Input Sought on Proposed Critical Habitat Revision

To protect Canada lynx in the lower 48, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service releases its final recovery plan and proposes critical habitat revisions spanning approximately 19,112 square miles across six western states. This includes portions of Gilpin County.

These actions aim to boost population resiliency and connectivity. The Service will review and consider all comments received by Jan. 28, 2025, before publishing a final rule. 

County Approved Contract to Purchase Part of Rudolph Ranch

On Tuesday, October 8, the Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners approved an executed contract to purchase real property at 14874 Highway 119, which is part of the original homestead of the Rudolph Ranch. The primary purpose for the pending acquisition is for the water rights vested with the property, along with associated ways to strengthen the County’s water rights position in the Ralston Creek Watershed. The County has a 90-day due diligence phase until it closes on the property.

Colorado Mountain Rail Project Meets with Gilpin County

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is exploring a new initiative to enhance transportation options in the central Rocky Mountains. The plan involves developing a network of passenger rail lines that connect the mountain towns and regions with urban centers and recreational locations. This project aims to use existing rail infrastructure to meet the growing demand for passenger rail service. Learn more on the Colorado Mountain Rail project page.

Gilpin County Public Health in Partnership with ColoVax Offering No-Cost Vaccines

Vaccination Clinics, Fall 2024

Protect yourself and others this Fall by staying up to date with recommended vaccines. Gilpin County Public Health in partnership with ColoVax will be offering walk-in clinics for no-cost vaccines. The first clinic on September 26 will be at the Gilpin County Old Courthouse at 203 Eureka St. in Central City. All other clinics will be hosted at the Gilpin County Community Center at 250 Norton Dr.

Clinic Dates

SHERIFF KEVIN ARMSTRONG APPOINTS NEW UNDERSHERIFF

For Immediate Release, August 19, 2024
Contact: Cherokee Blake, PIO, 303-589-6007

As I’m sure our community is aware, our admired Undersheriff, Tonia Kapke, lost her battle with cancer on August 6th this year. In light of this, I’m statutorily required to appointment a new Undersheriff.

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