Town of Basalt

06/04/2026

If you aren't signed up for our monthly newsletter, why not join today? Here's the link to the May newsletter that went out last week. We featured wonderful staff, shared information about the chipping program, and tips for watering your lawn during drought. Stay tuned on all the latest and greatest news from the Town of Basalt. You can sign up at the link at the top of the newsletter.

Email from Town of Basalt Town of Basalt News May 2026   In This Newsletter Basalt Connect Expanded Service Area and Hours Basalt Chipping Program - Free Curbside Pickup in June Smart Water Use Irriga

06/03/2026

We've extended the deadline for Basalt residents to complete a survey on the proposed new Public Services Facilities. Your feedback is important to the Town. The survey is quick and anonymous. Take it by Thursday night, please.

New Combined Police and Public Works building will improve community services by enhancing operations of both departments. As the needs of the Basalt community continue to evolve, so must the services that support it. From safe streets and reliable infrastructure to

05/31/2026

The Chipping Program to collect natural debris at your curb starts with pickup this week in and around Basalt. Learn more Roaring Fork Valley Wildfire Collaborative

05/28/2026

New Public Facilities Survey Closes on Friday, May 29. Provide your input today. Basalt is planning a new Public Services Facility for the Police and Public Works departments. The future facility would allow both departments to improve the quality, safety and efficiency of services provided to Basalt residents, businesses and visitors.

Your feedback is important to Town Council. Please take a short survey by tomorrow! https://letstalk.basalt.net/public-facilities

05/27/2026

The Town is proud to offer a community pool from May through September for kids, adults, and families to enjoy. There will be limited closures in the next month. To learn more about the pool schedule including lap swim and open swim times, please visit our website: https://www.basalt.net/648/Pool

05/20/2026

We want your feedback! The Town Council has made it a priority to develop a new Public Services Facility that brings the Police and Public Works departments together. Both departments play a critical role in daily life by delivering essential services, yet their current buildings fall short of modern safety and efficiency standards. The new building will improve community services by enhancing operations of both departments. We want your thoughts. Please take our survey today!

New Combined Police and Public Works building will improve community services by enhancing operations of both departments Please follow this link to take the anonymous survey. Thanks for your input. As the needs of the Basalt community continue to evolve, so must the

05/14/2026

Announcing new expanded Basalt Connect service to Crown Mountain, Summit Vista, and Emma. Riders traveling to and from the expanded service area must begin or end their ride at a transit stop in Crown Mountain, Summit Vista, and Emma with the exception of trips to City Market. This provision allows the town to continue its funding partnership with RFTA.

More information including links to download the app and hours visit https://www.basalt.net/642/Basalt-Connect

05/13/2026

🚨 The countdown is on! 🚨

The Basalt Police Department’s 8th Annual Community Police Academy begins June 18th, and we still have a few spots available!

Have you ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes in policing? This free 10-week program gives community members a firsthand look into the many aspects of law enforcement and the work our officers do every day to serve and protect Basalt.

Participants will learn about:
🔹 Patrol operations
🔹 Criminal law & municipal code
🔹 DUI & traffic enforcement
🔹 Investigations & evidence
🔹 Mental health response
🔹 Use of force & de-escalation
🔹 Dispatch & public information
🔹 Specialty units
…and much more.

This academy is designed to build understanding, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful connections between our department and the community we proudly serve.

📍 Basalt High School
🕕 Every other Thursday | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
💲 Free Program
⚠️ Limited to 20 participants

High school students are welcome to participate with a parent.

If you’ve ever wanted to learn more about your police department, now is the time. We look forward to seeing you there!

05/12/2026

Basalt Town Hall will be Closed on Friday, May 15, 2026 for administrative filing and office organization. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

05/01/2026

The Town of Basalt wants to make the community aware that scam emails may be circulating asking residents and applicants for projects to submit payments on an attached invoice. The Town will NEVER ask for an electronic payment for an invoice transmitted via email to the public. When in doubt, call to verify before opening any attachment or responding.
Never open or pay an email invoice from a sender you don’t know. The scam email is using a web address that has the word basalt in it but it's not official. It ends in . If you have questions, please contact the Town of Basalt at 970-927-4701 or use our website www.basalt.net to contact a staff member directly.
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