Posted on: May 26, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
City of Aspen Welcomes New Director of Communications
William Porter to Lead Communication Initiatives and Foster Community Engagement
Contact : Alissa Farrell, Administrative Services Director, 970-309 8113 or alissa.farrell@aspen.gov...
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Press Releases
Posted on: May 20, 2023
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Rio Grande Park Ponds Opened
Aspen, Colo. – May 19, 2023 – The Rio Grande Park and John Denver Sanctuary ponds have been reopened to the public. City of Aspen Engineering, Streets,...
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Press Releases
Posted on: May 18, 2023
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Rio Grande Park Ponds Temporarily Closed
Aspen, Colo. – May 18, 2023 – An overspray of asphalt tackifier at the Spring and Cooper paving project has led to restricted access in the...
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Press Releases
Posted on: May 11, 2023
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APCHA launches pilot rightsizing program
Goal is to optimize the use of affordable housing inventory
Aspen, Colorado – May 11, 2023 – The Aspen-Pitkin County Housing Authority is launching a home Rightsizing Pilot Program fo...
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Posted on: May 9, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
Two arrested for local motor vehicle theftsFour motorcycles and trailer recovered
Aspen, Colo. – May 9, 2023 – The Aspen Police patrol and investigations divisions worked together with help from several outside pol...
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Press Releases
Posted on: May 8, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
City of Aspen Releases 2022 Air Quality Report
Air quality better in 2022 than 2021
Aspen, Colorado – May 8, 2023 – According to the recently released 2022 Aspen Air Quality Report, there were 17 more days...
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Posted on: May 2, 2023
Public Service Announcement
Celebrating the Month of the Young Child in Pitkin County
City of Aspen and Kids First host events in May
Aspen, Colorado — May 1, 2023 — The City of Aspen and Kids First are delighted to announce the...
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Press Releases
Posted on: May 1, 2023
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
City of Aspen Annual Spring Clean-Up
May 15-19, 2023 for all Aspen Residents
Aspen, Colo. – May 2, 2023 – The City of Aspen Street Departments annual spring clean-up event is taking place May 15-19, 2...
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Press Releases
Posted on: April 24, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
Streets Superintendent Jerry Nye Retires After 33 Years of Service
Aspen, Colo. – April 24, 2023 – Jerry Nye, Streets Superintendent, is retiring after 33 years of service. Jerry began his caree...
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Press Releases
Posted on: April 17, 2023
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Childcare Financial Aid Deadline is May 1
Kids First and City of Aspen help defray childcare costs
Contact: Kids First, (970) 920-5363
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Press Releases
Posted on: April 12, 2023
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
City of Aspen to Implement a Payment System at Electric Vehicle Charging StationsCharging for Level 2 Charging Begins May 1st, 2023
Aspen, Colo. – April 12, 2023 – Beginning May 1, 2023, the City of Aspen will...
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Press Releases
Posted on: April 11, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
The City of Aspen to Create a Public Art Plan
Aspen, Colo. – April 11, 2023 – The City of Aspen and the Red Brick Center for the Arts are developing a Public Art Plan with consultants Kendall Peterson of ThereSqua...
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Press Releases
Posted on: April 10, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
Food Tax Refund Deadline
Applications due April 18
Aspen, Colo. – April 10, 2023 – The last day to submit food tax refund applications is Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at 5 p.m. If you haven’t already done so,...
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Press Releases
Posted on: March 28, 2023
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
The City of Aspen Begins Snow Removal on the Rio Grande Trail
Aspen, Colo. – Tuesday, March 28, 2023 – The City of Aspen trails maintenance staff will begin removing snow from the Rio Grande Trail between Pupp...
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Posted on: March 24, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
Domestic Assault ArrestAspen, Colo. – Friday, March 23 – On March 23, 2023, at about 8:40 a.m. Aspen Police were called to a report of domestic violence at the Limelight Hotel, 355 S. Monarch Street in Aspen, whe...
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Press Releases
Posted on: March 20, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
City of Aspen announces selection of next police chiefAspen, Colo. – Monday, March 20 – City Manager Sara Ott has announced that Kim Ferber has accepted a conditional offer of employment to be the City of Aspen’s new Police Chief. Fe...
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Press Releases
Posted on: March 20, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
Final review process begins for Lumberyard affordable housing project
Public hearings begin this week to review development application
Contacts:
Chris Everson, City of Aspen Affordable Housing Project Manager, 970-429-1834, chris.ever...
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Press Releases
Posted on: March 15, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
Aspen City Council awards over $1.8 million in grant support City of Aspen’s grant program provides support to 111 local non-profits
Aspen, Colo. – Wednesday, March 15, 2023 – Aspen City Counci...
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Press Releases
Posted on: March 15, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
City of Aspen expands restrictions on single-use carryout bags
New ordinance takes effect on May 1
Aspen, Colo. – March 15 – Aspen City Council this week approved an ordinance that expands restr...
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Posted on: March 2, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
Ute Mountaineer and City of Aspen Present the 2023 America’s Uphill
Aspen, Colo. – Thursday, March 2, 2023 - Ute Mountaineer and the City of Aspen will present the America’s Uphill race, taking place on Aspen Moun...
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Press Releases
Posted on: March 1, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
Finalists Announced for Aspen Police Chief PositionInterviews take place next week, community is invited to meet candidates on March 8Aspen, Colo. – Wednesday, March 1 – The City of Aspen has narrowed the search f...
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Press Releases
Posted on: March 1, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
Aspen City Council approves new Organics Waste Diversion ordinance
New law will divert organics from the trash, and thus the landfill
Aspen, Colo. – March 1, 2023 – Aspen City Council approved this week an ordinance that will prohibit ...
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Press Releases
Posted on: February 28, 2023
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
The City of Aspen is Working to Repair Road Damages
Aspen, Colo. – Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023 – The continuous snowfall and large temperature swings have led to accelerated pavement deterioratio...
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Press Releases
Posted on: February 24, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
Aspen Sustainability Action Plan approvedNew plan serves as roadmap to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Aspen
Aspen, Colo. – Friday, Feb. 24, 2023 – Aspen City Council unanimously approved an updated Aspen Sustainability ...
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Press Releases
Posted on: February 6, 2023
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Statewide Winter Bike to Work Day is Friday, February 10
Aspen, Colo. – Monday, Feb. 6, 2023 – Aspen residents and commuters are invited to celebrate a special Winter Bike to Work Day on Friday, Febru...
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Press Releases
Posted on: January 23, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
City of Aspen Announces Justin Forman as New Director of Utilities
Aspen, Colo. – Jan. 23, 2023 – The City of Aspen has announced Justin Forman as the new Director of Utilities. Forman’s hire comes after ...
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Press Releases
Posted on: January 9, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
Applications Available for Food Tax RefundApply online beginning January 6
Aspen, Colo. – January 9, 2023 – Aspen residents who lived within city limits for the entire year of 2022 and who have been regis...
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Press Releases
Posted on: January 24, 2023
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
City of Aspen Hosts Outreach Event on Park Rental Policy Update
Aspen, Colo. – January 24, 2023 – The City of Aspen is hosting an open house on Thursday, February 9 in City Hall. Aspen’s par...
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Press Releases
Posted on: January 18, 2023
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Childcare Financial Aid Deadline is Feb. 1
Aspen, Colo. – Jan. 16, 2023 – Kids First and the City of Aspen provide a financial aid program to help defray the expense of childcare for working families....
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Press Releases
Posted on: January 6, 2023
Public Service Announcement
Recycle Christmas Trees for FreePitkin County and the City of Aspen are Accepting Trees Through February 14
Aspen, Colo. – January 6, 2023 - The City of Aspen and Pitkin County are celebrating “Nation...
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Press Releases
Posted on: December 6, 2022
New Castle Creek Bridge Project Kicks Off with Six Events in Seven DaysMore than 150 people participated in community events and conversations
Aspen, Colorado – December 6, 2022 - The City of Aspen’s awareness campaign to get people up to speed on...
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Press Releases
Posted on: December 5, 2022
PRESS RELEASE
Kids First Partners with Colorado Mountain College and Early Childcare Providers to Open New Spaces
Aspen, Colo. – Monday, Dec. 5, 2022 – The City of Aspen’s Kids First program is excited to announce local partner...
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Press Releases
Posted on: December 5, 2022
Public Service Announcement
Aspen Police Chief Says, “Farewell”Police Host Community Event on December 14
Aspen, Colorado – December 5, 2022 – The Aspen Police Department will host “Coffee and Donut...
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Press Releases
Posted on: December 2, 2022
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
City of Aspen Seeks Input on Water Efficiency Plan Update
Aspen, Colo. – Friday, Dec. 2, 2022 – The City of Aspen has completed a draft of an updated Municipal Water Efficiency Plan (WEP) and is reque...
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Press Releases
Posted on: November 22, 2022
PRESS RELEASE
City of Aspen Fills Three Key RolesPromotions, new hire bring familiar faces into new roles
Aspen, Colo. – Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2022 – Aspen City Manager Sara Ott announced that Information Technology Deputy Director John Sobi...
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Press Releases
Posted on: November 8, 2022
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Call for Submissions: Red Brick Accepting Artwork for Aspen City Hall Deadline is December 2, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Sarah Roy, Director, Red Brick Council for the Arts, ...
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Press Releases
Posted on: October 24, 2022
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Childcare Financial Aid AvailableKids First application deadline extended to November 8
Contacts:
Nancy Nichols, Kids First Office Manager, City of Aspen, 1-970-920-5372, Nancy.Nichols@aspen.gov
Jami M...
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Press Releases
Posted on: October 25, 2022
PRESS RELEASE
City seeks community input on Aspen Lumberyard Affordable Housing Project public transit, street namingOpen Houses Scheduled for Thursday, November 3, Noon to 2 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m.
Aspen, Colo. – Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022 – Th...
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Press Releases
Posted on: September 30, 2022
PRESS RELEASE
Monaghan, Nichols Named Co-Managers for City of Aspen’s Kids First
Aspen, Colo. – Friday, Sept. 30, 2022 – The City of Aspen announced that Megan Monaghan and Nancy Nichols have been named as the city’s n...
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Press Releases
Posted on: September 22, 2022
PRESS RELEASE
Galena Cooper Living Lab Approaches Experiment End, Next StepsConstruction crews will be in the area September 26-September 30
Aspen, Colo. – Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022 – The Galena Cooper Living Lab will end on Monday, Septe...
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Press Releases
Posted on: September 15, 2022
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Kids First Offering Parent WorkshopsFirst session on Monday, September 19
Aspen, Colo. – Friday, Sept. 16, 2022 – Kids First, alongside Aspen Family Connections, is offering six workshops designed to strengthe...
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Press Releases
Posted on: August 16, 2022
Public Service Announcement
Aspen Police Will Host a Free Coffee and Donut Event on August 23
Contacts:
Linda Consuegra, Assistant Chief of Police, Aspen Police Department, 1-970-274-4102, linda....
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Press Releases
Posted on: August 15, 2022
PSAABC Trail Closure on Maroon Creek BridgeDetour Required August 22 - 31Aspen, Colorado – August 15, 2022 – There will be a full closure of the Maroon Creek Bridge pedestrian trail, and a required detour will be in place on the ABC Tr...
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Press Releases
Posted on: August 12, 2022
PRESS RELEASE
Aspen Recreation Names Two Department Heads
Aspen, Colo. – Friday, August 12, 2022 – Aspen Parks and Recreation announced that Desiree Whitehead has been named the City’s new Recreation Manager. The Depar...
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Press Releases
Posted on: August 10, 2022
PRESS RELEASE
City of Aspen Seeks Proposals for Rio Grande Building Restaurant Space
Aspen, Colo. – Wednesday, August 10, 2022 – The City of Aspen seeks proposals from qualified vendors for the commercial restaurant space locate...
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Press Releases
Posted on: August 8, 2022
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Night Work on Paepcke Transit Hub Improvements Project Begins August 15
Aspen, Colo. – Monday, Aug. 8, 2022 – The Paepcke Transit Hub Improvements project will shift into a night-work phase from Monday, Aug. 1...
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Press Releases
Posted on: August 4, 2022
PRESS RELEASE
City of Aspen Hires Lodging and Commercial Core Program Manager
New Position Serves as Resource to Aspen Businesses
Contacts:
Sara Ott, City Manager, City of Aspen, Sara.Ott@aspen.gov, 1-970-920-5083
Emmy Garrigus, Lodging and Commercia...
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Press Releases
Posted on: August 2, 2022
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
City of Aspen to Implement a Payment System at Electric Vehicle Charging StationsCharging for Charging Begins August 8, 2022
Contacts:
Tim Karfs, Climate and Sustainability Program Administrator, City of Aspen,...
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Press Releases
Posted on: August 1, 2022
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTCustomer Portal Available Now for all Aspen Utility CustomersAspen, Colorado – August 1, 2022– The City of Aspen Utilities Department has been working diligently over the past year to upgrade all el...
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Press Releases
Posted on: July 29, 2022
PRESS RELEASE
Burlingame Ranch Phase 3 Unit Sales DelayedCompletion now anticipated for 2023
Aspen, Colo. – Friday, July 29, 2022 – The City of Aspen announces a delay to the sale of all Burlingame Ranch Phase...
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Press Releases
Posted on: July 27, 2022
PRESS RELEASEKids First Gives $38K to Support Early Childhood Teachers and Program DirectorsContact: Shirley Ritter, Director of Kids First, 970-920-5370 or Shirley.Ritter@aspen.govAspen, Colo. – July 27, 2022 – Kids First, t...
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Press Releases
Posted on: July 19, 2022
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Aspen Police Report Spike in Hit and Runs
Contacts:
Ginna Gordon, Community Response Supervisor, Aspen Police, 1-970-274-4141, Ginna.Gordon@aspen.gov
Jami McMannes, Communications Manager, City of Aspen, 1-970-7...
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Posted on: July 7, 2022
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTChildcare Financial Aid Deadline is August 1Contact: Kids First, 970-920-5363Aspen, Colorado – July 7, 2022 – Kids First and the City of Aspen provide a financial aid program to help defray the expe...
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Press Releases
Posted on: July 6, 2022
PRESS RELEASE
The City of Aspen Launches Aspen 311 ConnectNew service request app, online portal will enhance customer service
Aspen, Colo. – Wednesday, July 6, 2022 – The City of Aspen today announced the launch of As...
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Posted on: July 6, 2022
PSABurlingame Project Update & Neighborhood GatheringWednesday, July 13 from 5 – 7 p.m.Aspen, CO – July 6, 2022 - The City of Aspen announces the continuation of the community engagement around the early childhood education center ...
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Press Releases
Posted on: June 22, 2022
PSAJoe Zanin Nominated for 4th of July Parade Grand MarshalAspen, CO – June 22, 2022 – The City of Aspen’s 4th of July Parade Committee has selected longtime Valley local and community volunteer, Joe Zanin to serve ...
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Press Releases
Posted on: June 16, 2022
PSABike to Work Day is June 22 in AspenAspen, CO – June 16, 2022 – Aspen residents and commuters are invited to celebrate Bike to Work Day on June 22. Stations will be set up at Hopkins and 4th; Hallam Street near t...
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Press Releases
Posted on: June 15, 2022
PSACity of Aspen is Hosting Open House on Iselin Tennis and Pickleball Courts Renovation ProjectJuly 13 from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Iselin CourtsAspen, CO – June 15, 2022 – The City of Aspen is hosting an open house to share ...
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Press Releases
Posted on: June 13, 2022
PRESS RELEASEDirector of Kids First Shirley Ritter Retiring After 25 Years of ServiceContact: Shirley Ritter, Director of Kids First, 970-920-5370 or Shirley.Ritter@aspen.govAspen, Colo. – June 13, 2022 – Shirley Ritter, City...
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Press Releases
Posted on: June 9, 2022
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Aspen Police Encourages Property Owners to Take Precautions to Secure Homes from Burglary
Contacts:
Bill Linn, Assistant Chief of Operations, Aspen Police Department, 1-970-274-4103, Bill.Linn@aspen.govJami McMannes, Com...
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