San Miguel County Colorado Government

09/02/2026

*Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests Rescind Stage 1 Fire Restrictions*

(Delta, CO, Sept. 02, 2026) — All lands managed by the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison (GMUG) National Forests will rescind Stage 1 Fire Restrictions beginning September 3 at 12:01 a.m., restoring conditions to unrestricted fire use.

Recent precipitation and improved fuel moisture levels across the forest have reduced overall fire danger, allowing fire managers to lift restrictions. While conditions have improved, fire personnel emphasize that wildfire risk is never fully eliminated.

“This has been a busy fire season. Thank you to all our visitors and local communities for respecting the restrictions during these months of elevated fire danger,” said Chad Stewart, GMUG National Forests’ Forest Supervisor. “As we rescind Stage 1 Fire Restrictions, we encourage everyone to remain attentive when recreating. Responsible fire practices protect both people and the landscape we all value.”

With restrictions lifted, campfires are once again allowed outside developed campgrounds and recreation sites. However, neighboring federal, state and local jurisdictions may still have restrictions in place. Visitors should verify current rules for the specific area they plan to visit before engaging in any activities involving fire or other ignition sources.

Fire managers remind forest visitors to continue practicing safe fire habits, especially in areas with dry vegetation or heavy dead and downed trees. Wildfire prevention practices include:
• Never leaving a campfire unattended.
• Using designated fire rings or established fire sites whenever possible.
• Clearing flammable materials around campfire areas.
• Fully extinguishing campfires using the “drown‑stir-drown‑feel” method until cool to the touch.

Even accidental ignitions can result in civil or criminal penalties. Learn more about campfire safety at www.smokeybear.com.

For updates on fire conditions, recreation information, and forest alerts, visit the official GMUG website or follow us on Facebook.

09/02/2026

If you like to keep tabs on Land Use Code amendments, mark your calendars for the next County Planning Commission meeting on Thursday, September 10th. The meeting will take place on the second floor of the County offices at 333 W Colorado Ave in Telluride at 9:00 a.m., if you'd like to join us in person, or you can join us virtually via Zoom or our livestream on YouTube. We'll see you there!

Si te gusta mantenerte al tanto de las modificaciones al Código de Uso de Suelo, marca en tu calendario la próxima reunión de la Comisión de Planificación del Condado, el jueves 10 de septiembre. La reunión se llevará a cabo a las 9:00 a.m. en el segundo piso de las oficinas del Condado, ubicadas en 333 W Colorado Ave. en Telluride, si deseas acompañarnos en persona. También puedes participar de manera virtual por Zoom o ver nuestra transmisión en vivo por YouTube. ¡Nos vemos ahí!

09/01/2026

You know who looks great in a uniform? You! Consider joining the San Miguel Sheriff's Office team. We're looking for an Operations Sheriff Deputy and a Corrections and Communications Deputy to round out our staff. These roles offer competitive compensation, an opportunity to directly serve your community daily, and one of the best benefits packages in the region. The Operations Sheriff Deputy positions is a POST-certified position, and Academy sponsorship may be available for qualified candidates. Learn more and apply at bit.ly/workforsmc or check the link in our bio.

¿Sabes quién se vería muy bien con uniforme? ¡Tú! Considera unirte al equipo de la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de San Miguel. Estamos buscando un agente del sheriff de Operaciones y un agente del sheriff de Correcciones y Comunicaciones para completar nuestro equipo. Estos puestos ofrecen un salario competitivo, la oportunidad de servir y proteger directamente a tu comunidad todos los días y uno de los mejores paquetes de prestaciones de la región. El puesto de agente del sheriff de Operaciones requiere certificación POST, y podría haber patrocinio para la Academia POST para candidatos calificados. Obtén más información y presenta tu solicitud en bit.ly/workforsmc o visita el enlace en nuestra biografía.

08/31/2026

Imogene Pass/Tomboy Road will be closed 12:01 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 12th, to accommodate the Imogene Pass Run. Black Bear Pass/Bridal Veil Road and the Valley View parking area will be closed 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. on that same day, to accommodate the Black Bear Pass Reverse Run. We apologize for any inconvenience, and thank you for your understanding.

Imogene Pass/Tomboy Road permanecerá cerrado de las 12:01 a.m. a las 3:00 p.m. el sábado 12 de septiembre para dar paso a la carrera Imogene Pass Run. Black Bear Pass/Bridal Veil Road y el área de estacionamiento de Valley View permanecerán cerrados de las 7:00 a.m. a las 12:00 p.m. ese mismo día para dar paso a la carrera Black Bear Pass Reverse Run. Lamentamos cualquier inconveniente y agradecemos su comprensión.

08/31/2026

Thank you for everything you've done for San Miguel County and its residents, Rich!

Rich Hamilton says goodbye to San Miguel County after 17 years.

Down Valley Park is one of Hamilton’s greatest achievements as the county’s park supervisor.

📸: Courtesy Photo

telluridenews.com

08/29/2026

Please join us for next week's Board of County Commissioners meeting on Wednesday, September 2nd, at 9:30 a.m. in the BOCC Room on the second floor of the county offices at 333 W Colorado Ave in Telluride. You can find the agenda online at bit.ly/0902BOCC or the link in our bio.

Acompáñenos a la reunión semanal de la Junta de Comisionados del Condado el miércoles 2 de septiembre a las 9:30 a.m. en la Sala BOCC, pubicada en el segundo piso de las oficinas del condado, ubicadas en 333 W Colorado Ave, Telluride. Puede consultar la agenda en línea en bit.ly/0902BOCC o en el enlace de nuestra biografía.

08/28/2026

Tis the season! For roadwork, anyway. Speaking of, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) will be performing ditch cleaning between Telluride and Placerville starting this Monday, 8/31, through Thursday 9/3, between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Expect full stops and ~20 minute delays. Please plan accordingly, and thanks for your patience!

¡Llegó la temporada! Bueno, la temporada de obras viales. Hablando de eso, el Departamento de Transporte de Colorado (CDOT) realizará trabajos de limpieza de cunetas entre Telluride y Placerville a partir de este lunes 31 de agosto y hasta el jueves 3 de septiembre, entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 3:00 p. m. Espere paradas completas y demoras de aproximadamente 20 minutos. Por favor, planifique con anticipación. ¡Gracias por su paciencia!

08/25/2026

Heads up! County Road 58P, in Sawpit, will be closed to through traffic 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. September 8th - September 18th. Crews will be working on the construction of a retaining wall a little less than a mile north of the Town of Sawpit. Due to the narrow roadway, the road will close during construction for the the safety of the crew and the public. Overnight closures may be necessary, depending on conditions. This roadwork will be particularly impactful to residents of Hastings Mesa. Please plan to use County Road 56V as an alternative route. We apologize for any inconvenience!

¡Atención! County Road 58P, en Sawpit, estará cerrada al tráfico de paso de 8:00 a. m. a 5:00 p. m. del 8 al 18 de septiembre. Los equipos estarán trabajando en la construcción de un muro de contención a poco menos de una milla al norte del pueblo de Sawpit. Debido a lo estrecho de la carretera, esta permanecerá cerrada durante los trabajos de construcción para garantizar la seguridad de los trabajadores y del público. Es posible que sean necesarios cierres nocturnos, dependiendo de las condiciones. Estas obras afectarán especialmente a los residentes de Hastings Mesa. Por favor, planifique utilizar County Road 56V como ruta alternativa. ¡Disculpen cualquier inconveniente!

08/25/2026