Town of Paonia, Colorado

08/21/2026

📣 PAONIA RESIDENTS WE WANT YOUR INPUT!

The Short-Term Rental Ad Hoc Committee wants to hear from you.
Our latest community survey is now open, and your feedback helps guide the Committee’s work and ensures community voices are part of the discussion.

Take the survey here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6GYSLYQ

Or scan the QR code in this post.

The survey will be available until Friday, August 28th, so please take a few minutes to share your thoughts.

And this isn’t your only opportunity to participate: A new survey will be available for one week following each Short-Term Rental Ad Hoc Committee meeting, giving residents an ongoing opportunity to provide feedback as the Committee’s work progresses.

Please participate and help us spread the word by sharing this post with your friends and neighbors.

Thank you.

08/19/2026

🚨 STAGE 2 WATER RESTRICTIONS NOW IN EFFECT

Due to severe drought conditions and increased demand on Paonia’s treated water supply, the Town has enacted Stage 2 water restrictions.

The new restrictions include:

• No watering lawns or turf grass with treated Town water.
• No planting, seeding, or sodding new lawns.
• No washing vehicles at residences.
• Gardens, xeriscaping, trees, and shrubs may be hand-watered or drip-irrigated only between 7:00 p.m. and 4:00 a.m., for a maximum of two hours.
• Bulk Water Station use is limited to 300 gallons per customer per day.

The restrictions apply to all treated Town water customers, both inside and outside Town limits, and remain in effect until changed by the Board of Trustees.

Thank you for conserving water and helping protect Paonia’s shared drinking-water supply.

Full details: https://townofpaonia.colorado.gov/news-article/stage-2-water-restrictions-now-in-effect

08/19/2026

Town Dumpster Trash Customers: Due to a broken latch on the Trash Truck, we must postpone servicing the remaining dumpsters on today’s route. Regular trash collection will continue as scheduled. If repairs are completed today, we will return for the dumpsters; otherwise, we plan to service them tomorrow (8/20). Thank you for your patience and understanding.

08/12/2026

Board of Trustees Vacancy

The Town of Paonia is seeking qualified residents interested in serving on the Board of Trustees to serve through April 2028.

This is an opportunity to help shape Paonia’s future by participating in decisions that affect our neighborhoods, infrastructure, finances, public services, and long-term community vision.

If you care about Paonia and want to make a meaningful difference, we encourage you to consider applying.

-- To be eligible, you must:
-- Be a registered voter.
-- Have lived in Paonia for at least 12 months.
-- Reside within town limits.

Interested applicants will need to complete the following:

1. Complete the Application to Server Form:
https://tinyurl.com/App2Serve

2. Include a Letter of Interest:
A brief letter explaining who you are, why you want to serve, and what experience, skills, or perspective you would bring to the Board.

3. Submit:
a. In Person at Town Hall - 214 Grand Ave., Paonia
b. Email: [email protected]

4. Submission Deadline: August 19, 2026, by Noon.

Your voice. Your community. Your opportunity to serve.

Questions? Contact the Town Clerk’s Office at 970-527-4101.

08/12/2026

🐻 Help Us Keep Bears, and Our Community, Safe

The Town of Paonia is testing several options to help residents better secure their garbage cans and reduce bear access to household trash. One option being considered is providing residents with locks that can be used on their existing cans.

We’re looking for community members interested in participating in this testing program and providing feedback.

To sign up, please stop by Town Hall at 214 Grand Ave. or email us at [email protected].

By securing our trash, we can help protect our neighborhoods.

Thank you for doing your part!

08/11/2026

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08/07/2026

Come See Us at Pickin' in the Park! 🎶

Thursday, August 13th | Paonia Town Park

The Town of Paonia is setting up a booth at Pickin' in the Park on Aug. 13th, and we'd love to see you there.

We're developing a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan to make walking, biking, driving, and getting around town safer and more comfortable for everyone. Stop by to share your thoughts on our streets and sidewalks; your local knowledge is what will shape the priorities and guide future improvements.

Swing by the booth to:
• Learn about the Safety Action Plan and what it means for Paonia
• Share your experiences and ideas about getting around town
• Take the project survey (we'll have it ready to go!)
• Ask questions and chat with us

Can't make it? You can still weigh in, take the survey anytime at:
https://qualtricsxmn22whq9qz.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6Yj1E3w84WMet7M

or Scan the QR code in the graphic to be taken directly to the survey.

Bring your lawn chair, enjoy the music, and come say hello. See you at the park!

08/06/2026

📚 Meet Delta County School District's New Superintendent!

The Town of Paonia is pleased to welcome Amber Clark, the new Superintendent of Delta County School District, to Paonia Town Hall!

🗓 Wednesday, August 12, 2026
🕛 Noon to 5:00 PM
📍 Paonia Town Hall Community Room
214 Grand Avenue

This is a great opportunity for parents, students, educators, business owners, and community members to stop by, introduce themselves, and share their hopes and ideas for the future of our local schools.

Strong schools and strong communities go hand in hand, and meaningful conversations begin by getting to know one another. Whether you have questions, ideas, or simply want to extend a warm Paonia welcome, we encourage you to stop in and say hello.

We hope to see you there!

07/31/2026

The Town of Paonia DRAFT 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report is now available at: https://townofpaonia.colorado.gov/departments/budget-financial-information/town-of-paonia-audits

The same report that was presented at the July 28, 2026, Board Meeting can be found in the Modified Packet via:
https://paoniaco.portal.civicclerk.com/event/514/files/agenda/2492

07/29/2026

Paonia Is Seeking Its Next Mayor

The Town of Paonia is accepting applications from community members interested in serving as Mayor.

This is an opportunity to help guide Paonia’s future, support our community, and provide thoughtful leadership on the issues that matter to our residents.

Interested applicants must submit both a completed application and a letter of interest to the Town Clerk’s Office by: Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at Noon.

• Board Application: https://tinyurl.com/ToPBoardApp
• Letter of Interest: A letter of interest is a brief written statement or letter explaining why you want to serve as Mayor and summarizing the experience, qualifications, and perspective you would bring to the position.

If you care deeply about Paonia and are ready to serve your community, we encourage you to apply.