Town of Rangely, Colorado

09/03/2026

The Western Rio Blanco Metropolitan Recreation and Park District’s traditional 4th of July fireworks were postponed this year due to drought conditions and fire restrictions. They had hoped to reschedule them for Labor Day weekend, but unfortunately, there was not enough time to safely organize the fireworks display once conditions allowed and approval was received.

Now they have another idea — let’s celebrate this October with the best fireworks in the state - celebrating:

🇺🇸 America’s 250th Anniversary
🏔️ Colorado’s 150th Anniversary
💚 Rangely’s 80th Anniversary

The Rec Center is also considering combining the rescheduled fireworks display and our great year long history celebration with an OctoberFest community celebration! This will be the best fireworks display in the state celebrating so many wonderful things and most importantly Rangely - shot over Kenney Reservoir!

We want to hear from the community and if the community is on board help choose the weekend!

Please take the following community survey and let us know your thoughts. Below is the link to the survey.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SH2TRQ2

09/03/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day from the Town of Rangely!

Town Offices will be closed Monday, September 7th, and will reopen Tuesday, September 8th.

We hope everyone has a wonderful Labor Day and enjoys all the fun of SeptemberFest! 🎉 Stay safe, have fun, and enjoy celebrating with our community! ❤️🤍💙

09/03/2026

💧 WATER UPDATE | STAGE 2 RESTRICTIONS💧

We are grateful for the recent rain and the positive impact it has had on our river and local water levels!

On Monday, the Town of Rangely was able to move from Stage 3 Water Restrictions back to Stage 2 Water Restrictions. This is certainly welcome news, and we appreciate everyone’s continued cooperation and efforts to conserve water.

While conditions have improved, we know they can change quickly. The Town will continue to closely monitor river flows and water conditions. If conditions change and adjustments to our water restriction stage are necessary, we will make those changes accordingly.

For now, we are thankful for the rain, thankful for the improvement, and hopeful for more moisture in the days ahead. 🌧️💙

Please continue to follow all Stage 2 Water Restrictions.

Thank you, Rangely, for doing your part!

💧 WATER RESTRICTION UPDATE – RETURN TO STAGE 2 💧

Effective immediately, the Town of Rangely is lifting Stage 3 Water Restrictions and returning to Stage 2 Water Restrictions.
Recent moisture, along with conservation efforts upriver, has helped increase flows on the White River. We sincerely thank our residents and businesses for your cooperation and conservation efforts while Stage 3 restrictions were in place.

Under Stage 2, mandatory water restrictions remain in effect, but outdoor watering with potable water is once again permitted three days per week based on your address.

📌 Please review the attached notice carefully for the Stage 2 watering schedule, permitted watering times, and information regarding violations.

While conditions have improved, continued conservation remains important. Every effort to use water responsibly helps protect our community's water supply.

Thank you, Rangely, for your continued cooperation and understanding! 💧

08/31/2026

💧 WATER RESTRICTION UPDATE – RETURN TO STAGE 2 💧

Effective immediately, the Town of Rangely is lifting Stage 3 Water Restrictions and returning to Stage 2 Water Restrictions.
Recent moisture, along with conservation efforts upriver, has helped increase flows on the White River. We sincerely thank our residents and businesses for your cooperation and conservation efforts while Stage 3 restrictions were in place.

Under Stage 2, mandatory water restrictions remain in effect, but outdoor watering with potable water is once again permitted three days per week based on your address.

📌 Please review the attached notice carefully for the Stage 2 watering schedule, permitted watering times, and information regarding violations.

While conditions have improved, continued conservation remains important. Every effort to use water responsibly helps protect our community's water supply.

Thank you, Rangely, for your continued cooperation and understanding! 💧

08/31/2026

Community Information from the Mayor of Rangely, Todd Thayn, regarding SeptemberFest inflatables.

08/26/2026

💧 WEDNESDAY WATER UPDATE 💧

We are grateful to share some encouraging news for our Wednesday Water Update — the White River is currently flowing around 42 CFS.

After the extremely low flows we have experienced this summer, every increase is welcome news. We are incredibly thankful for EVERYONE who has played a role in helping ensure water continues to flow and for the cooperation and conservation efforts that are being made.

This drought has been an important reminder of just how precious our water resources are and how quickly conditions can change. While we are thankful for the improvement, drought conditions remain, and continued conservation is important and necessary. We will remain at Stage 3 Water Restrictions.

But today, we are simply grateful to see more water in the river — and we will continue hoping for some much-needed rain! 🌧️

Thank you for continuing to do your part. 💙

08/26/2026

🚲 Mark your calendars for the Annual Rangely Police Department Bike Rally!

Bring the kids and their bikes out for a morning of fun, safety, and community on Saturday, September 5th from 9 AM–12 PM at the Rangely Automotive Museum!

Kids can test their skills, learn about bike safety, meet our Rangely Police Officers, and even enter for a chance to win a new bike! 🚲

We hope to see lots of Rangely kids there! 💚

🚲 RANGELY POLICE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL BIKE RALLY! 🚲

Grab your bikes and join us for a morning of fun, safety, and community!

📅 Saturday, September 5th
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Rangely Automotive Museum
128 S. Stanolind Ave., Rangely, CO

Kids will have the opportunity to:

🚲 Enter a raffle to win a NEW BIKE!
⛑️ Receive a FREE bicycle helmet
🚧 Test their skills on our bike course
👮 Hang out and interact with members of the Rangely Police Department

Bring your bike, bring the kids, and come have some fun with us! We look forward to seeing everyone there! 🚲👮‍♂️

Ride. Learn. Stay Safe. Have Fun!

📞 Questions? Contact the Rangely Police Department at 979-675-8466.

08/24/2026

WE’RE HIRING! | PUBLIC WORKS

The Town of Rangely Public Works Department is looking for a motivated individual to join our team as a full-time Maintenance Worker I / Public Works Mechanic!

This position plays an important role in keeping our community running and includes work with Town streets, grounds, facilities, vehicles, and equipment.

Some of the job responsibilities include:
🔹 Maintenance and repair of heavy equipment, small equipment, and vehicles
🔹 Public Works operations and special projects
🔹 Operating tools, vehicles, and equipment
🔹 Participating in a rotating on-call schedule

What we're looking for:
🔹 CDL Class B or the ability to obtain one within six months of hire
🔹 Heavy equipment experience is a plus
🔹 A dependable individual ready to be part of the Town of Rangely team

The Town offers competitive pay and an excellent benefits package, including health, dental and life insurance, retirement with Town-matched contributions, vacation and sick leave, and more!

To review the full job description, please click the link below:
https://townofrangely.colorado.gov/sites/townofrangely/files/documents/Public%20Works%20Mechanic%20Advertisment%2026%208-24-2026.pdf

Applications are accepted until the position is filled. Below is a link to the application:
https://townofrangely.colorado.gov/sites/townofrangely/files/documents/Website%20employment%20fillable%20application_0.pdf

To apply, submit a completed Town of Rangely application to 209 E. Main Street, Rangely, CO 81648, or email your completed application and résumé to [email protected].

Come work with us and help keep Rangely moving!

The Town of Rangely is an Equal Opportunity Employer.