1. News & Announcements
  1. Council Highlights

    Council moves forward on lodgers' tax overages collected for sustainable marketing

    How to allocate $361,084 in extra 2022 lodgers' tax revenue among city departments and Visit Durango will be discussed at council's regular meeting June 20. Read on...
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    Schedule of meetings for the week of June 5, 2023

    The schedule of meetings for the city of Durango for the week of June 5, 2023, is listed below. Find meeting agendas and minutes at DurangoGov.org/Meetings. Read on...
  3. SneakPeak copy

    Council to allocate additional lodgers tax revenue

    City council will discuss a possible allocation of additional lodgers’ tax revenue and hear from staff on whether to implement a land-acknowledgement policy at their Tuesday, June 6, meetings. Read on...
  4. Finance Awards 518 by 518

    City awarded for financial excellence

    The City of Durango has received the Government Finance Officers Association's recognition for excellence in financial reporting for the city's annual comprehensive financial report for 2021. Read on...
  5. 5-30-23 news release city dfpd land swap for 9r

    City, fire district deal gets support Tuesday

    The proposed land swap between the city of Durango and the Durango Fire Protection District that could lead to a new fire station and civic center received broad support at a joint meeting Tuesday between city councilors and fire district board members. Read on...
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    Schedule of meetings for the week of May 29, 2023

    The schedule of meetings for the city of Durango for the week of May 29, 2023, is listed below. Find meeting agendas and minutes at DurangoGov.org/Meetings. Read on...
  7. Memorial Day

    City of Durango Schedule for Memorial Day Holiday

    The following is the City of Durango’s schedule for the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 29, 2023: Read on...
  8. E-Bike update

    City of Durango's E-bike rebate program sees over 200 applicants

    The City of Durango received 205 applications for its inaugural E-bike rebate program, which is significantly more applications than available funding. Read on...
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    Durango Transit offers free service June through August

    Durango Transit will offer free transit service this summer. All transit routes and services will be free to all users from June 1 through August 31. Free transit is funded through the local Lodgers’ Tax and Colorado’s Ozone Season Transit Grant Program. Read on...
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    Schedule of meetings for the week of May 22, 2023

    The schedule of meetings for the city of Durango for the week of May 22, 2023, is listed below. Find meeting agendas and minutes at DurangoGov.org/Meetings. Read on...
  11. ScavengerHunt

    Durango to launch scavenger hunt week

    The City of Durango will be hosting a city-wide scavenger hunt starting Monday, May 22 at 8 a.m. through Friday May 26 at 5 p.m. Read on...
  12. Boards

    City of Durango’s Boards and Commissions Vacancies

    he Durango City Council is seeking volunteers interested in serving on the following City Board and Commissions: Board of Ethics (2), Design Review Board (2), Planning Commission (1 alternate), Local Licensing Authority (1), Retirement Plan Board (2) Read on...
  13. Suspected pipe bomb Downtown

    Police respond to suspected pipe bomb downtown

    The Durango Police Department is cordoning off a small area downtown in response to a potential pipe bomb reported in the alley behind Carver's restaurant. Read on...
  14. building swap

    City, fire district reach initial deal for former 9-R property

    The city of Durango and the Durango Fire Protection District have reached an initial agreement for the city to buy the former Durango School District 9-R property from the fire district. In exchange, the fire district would receive River City Hall. Read on...
  15. Council Highlights

    Council appoints new members to boards and commission

    Councilors filled nearly all open positions on various City of Durango Boards and Commissions, as well as chose councilor liaisons for boards Tuesday night. Read on...
  16. Midtown

    City to hold public meeting on improving pedestrian, bicycle traffic in the MidTown area

    The city of Durango will hold a meeting May 23 at 5 p.m. in Rooms 1 and 2 at the Durango Public Library to share design plans and receive public comment on the MidTown Safety and Connectivity Improvement Design Project conceptual alternatives. Read on...
  17. Hotel public meeting 5-17-23

    City hosts meeting on hotel under construction on E. 2nd Ave.

    The City of Durango will host a neighborhood meeting Wednesday, May 17, 5:30-6:30 p.m. for the Downtown Durango Hotel construction in the 400 block of East Second Avenue. Read on...
  18. SneakPeak copy

    City Council to discuss boards, commissions on Tuesday

    Councilors on Tuesday are scheduled to discuss new members for various City of Durango Boards and Commissions, discuss vacancies on boards that are still open, as well as receive a presentation from the Community Development Department. Read on...
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    Schedule of meetings for the week of May 15, 2023

    The schedule of meetings for the city of Durango for the week of May 15, 2023, is listed below. Find meeting agendas and minutes at DurangoGov.org/Meetings. Read on...
  20. Public meeting for Comm Dev 5-15-23

    Meeting to discuss land-use changes on Florida Road, workforce housing

    The city has initiated a private-public partnership to develop workforce housing near the intersection of Florida Road and County Road 250 and will host a virtual meeting May 15 at 5 p.m. Read on...
  21. Outage

    Phone services and internet down for city departments

    City of Durango department phone service and internet is experiencing intermitted outages due to a cut fiber cable. Read on...
  22. CityHallClosed

    City hall to close for staff appreciation event

    City Hall and River City Hall will be close from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 11, for a staff appreciation event. Read on...
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    Schedule of meetings for the week of May 8, 2023

    The schedule of meetings for the city of Durango for the week of May 8, 2023, is listed below. Find meeting agendas and minutes at DurangoGov.org/Meetings. Read on...
  24. CouncilHours

    City council announces new office hours schedule

    Durango City councilors will hold office hours beginning May 16, in an effort improve community engagement. Read on...
  25. AnimasMtn

    Animas City Mountain prescribed burn and trail closures

    The Bureau of Land Management is tracking weather and fuel conditions for conducting a controlled burn of up to five units of the Animas City Mountain project area between May 8 and May 11. Read on...
  26. Council Highlights

    Sustainable transportation efforts highlighted at council meeting

    Durango's transportation efforts were commended at Tuesday's meetings, with recognition of ridership increasing 27%, the e-bike rebate program currently underway, and charging stations for electric vehicles at city-owned stations increasing nearly 400%. Read on...
  27. GFOA Award

    UPDATED: City's 2023 budget wins recognition for financial excellence

    The City of Durango has received the Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its 2023 budget. The award is given to governments that demonstrate excellence in budget presentation. Read on...
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    Schedule of meetings for the week of May 1

    The schedule of meetings for the week of May 1, 2023, is listed below. Find meeting agendas and minutes at DurangoGov.org/Meetings. Sign up to receive meeting schedules automatically at DurangoGov.org/NotifyMe (click on News Flash). Read on...
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    Transportation, parking, e-bikes on deck for Tuesday council meeting

    The city’s efforts to improve transportation, parking, and e-bikes are among the many topics councilors are scheduled to discuss at their Tuesday, May 2 meetings. Read on...
  30. Lake nighthorse open house

    Lake Nighthorse pipeline to city reservoir to be discussed

    Residents are invited to an open house at City Hall to learn about the project to build a pipeline from Lake Nighthorse to the city’s water-treatment plant at Terminal Reservoir. Read on...
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    Schedule of meetings for the week of April 24, 2023

    The schedule of meetings for the city of Durango for the week of April 24, 2023, is listed below. Find meeting agendas and minutes at DurangoGov.org/Meetings. Read on...
  32. PRGuide

    Parks and Recreation Department release Spring and Summer enrichment guide

    Registration for Spring and Summer activities with Durango Parks and recreation is set to open on Thursday, Feb. 23. Read on...
  33. TaxRebate

    City residents can apply for food, utility refunds

    City residents with a total household income no greater than 50% of the Area Median Family Income for La Plata County can apply for the Food Tax Rebate Program and the Utility Refund Program starting Monday, Feb. 13. Read on...
  34. Snow warning Post

    City services affected by severe weather

    Some city services have changed due to winter weather. Read on...
  35. RCH

    Joint city fire/police facility deemed not feasible

    A combined fire and police station at the current River City Hall site in Durango has been determined to not be feasible as a joint project. Read on...
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    Schedule of meetings for the week of January 16, 2023

    The schedule of meetings for the city of Durango for the week of January 16, 2023, is listed below. Find meeting agendas and minutes at DurangoGov.org/Meetings. Read on...
  37. SneakPeak copy

    City Council to talk tourism and housing on Jan. 17

    Durango councilors are scheduled to discuss on Jan. 17 reallocating the city’s lodgers’ tax in its afternoon study session and may vote on preliminary approval for a 153-unit housing development at its regular meeting. Read on...
  38. Lake Nighthorse

    Lake Nighthorse opens March 31; new rules address Wibit popularity

    Lake Nighthorse Recreation Area will open for the 2023 season on Friday, March 31 with new rules for the popular Wibit Aqua Park. Read on...
  39. Crime Stats

    Crime in Durango fell during December

    December’s crime statistics for 2022 in the city show a consistent decrease compared to a year ago, with 61 total offenses committed compared to 86 in December 2021, and decreases in nearly every category. Read on...
  40. MLK

    City of Durango’s schedule for Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday

    The following is the City’s schedule for the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday on Monday, Jan. 16: Read on...
  41. SeeClickFix

    Drop a pin, make a request with Durango’s new reporting tool

    The City of Durango invites residents to drop a pin on an interactive online map and make a request, using the city’s new public reporting system SeeClickFix. Read on...
  42. BillT

    Council approves Bill Tuthill as interim city attorney

    At a special meeting Monday morning Durango City Council voted to enter into an agreement with Bill Tuthill of WAT Legal to take on the role of interim city attorney. Read on...
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    Schedule of meetings for the week of January 9, 2023

    The schedule of meetings for the city of Durango for the week of January 9, 2023, is listed below. Find meeting agendas and minutes at DurangoGov.org/Meetings. Read on...
  44. Council Highlights

    Council reviews concepts for new housing project, and makes strides in search for interim attorney

    City Council reviewed a conceptual design that could bring new residential units to Durango, and decided to enter negotiations for an interim city attorney on Tuesday night. Read on...
  45. DevAwards

    City of Durango accepting nominations for Design & Development Awards

    The public is invited to submit nominations for the 2022 Design and Development Awards. Read on...
  46. ResidentSurvey

    Visit Durango launches resident survey for 2022

    To gain insight on La Plata County resident views on the benefits and impacts of tourism Visit Durango has launched its County Resident Survey for 2022. Read on...
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    Schedule of meetings for the week of January 2, 2023

    The schedule of meetings for the city of Durango for the week of January 2, 2023, is listed below. Find meeting agendas and minutes at DurangoGov.org/Meetings. Read on...
  48. Call to Artists

    A Call to Artists

    The Durango Community Recreation Center invites artists of all mediums to display their artwork for a one-month period in the community wing hallway of the Recreation Center. Read on...
  49. SneakPeak copy

    A preview of topics scheduled for the January, 3 city council meetings

    The city of Durango’s first council meetings in the new year, scheduled Jan. 3, will see a discussion regarding 2023 goals for Durango Mesa Park, and a public hearing regarding a new housing project for the Mercury Village development. Read on...
  50. Smartwatch

    Wipe out while skiing? Make sure you don't dial 911 by mistake

    Sports enthusiasts who wear smart watches are asked to double-check their settings to avoid unnecessary 911 calls mistakenly made after they wipe out. Read on...
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    Schedule of meetings for the week of December 26, 2022

    The schedule of meetings for the city of Durango for the week of December 26, 2022, is listed below. Find meeting agendas and minutes at DurangoGov.org/Meetings. Read on...
  52. RecycleTree

    Christmas tree recycling drop-off is at Santa Rita Park

    Christmas trees can be dropped off for recycling at Santa Rita Park Dec. 18 through Jan. 31. The city reminds residents there is no curbside pick-up of Christmas trees. Read on...
  53. PrescribeBurn_update

    Slash piles to burn in Dalla Mountain Park

    The Durango Parks and Recreation Department is working with Durango Fire Protection District and the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control to burn slash piles in Dalla Mountain Park on Dec. 16, as weather conditions permit. Read on...
  54. Lottery copy

    Lottery for new deed-restricted townhomes set for Thursday

    HomesFund, in partnership with the City of Durango, is holding a lottery on Thursday, Dec. 15, 2022, starting at 3 p.m. to choose the potential buyers for the four income-qualified units at the Animas City Park Overlook Townhomes development. Read on...
  55. CIP

    New Capital Improvement Project division rounds out its first year

    Durango’s first year with a dedicated Capital Improvement Program division draws to a close with 43 projects completed in 2022, plus an additional 17 projects scheduled for completion in 2023. Read on...
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    Schedule of meetings for the week of December 9, 2022

    The schedule of meetings for the city of Durango for the week of December 12, 2022, is listed below. Find meeting agendas and minutes at DurangoGov.org/Meetings. Read on...
  57. Bag Fee

    Colorado’s statewide bag fee goes into effect January 1, 2023

    The City of Durango has created a webpage to inform businesses and customers about the details of Colorado’s Plastic Pollution Reduction Act : www.durangogov.org/bags, set to go into effect Jan. 1, 2023. Read on...
  58. Council Highlights

    Council Highlights December, 06, 2022

    In its last meetings of 2022 the Durango City Council looked to the future, discussing upcoming projects like pickleball courts, short- and long-term goals for downtown parking, and approved the budget for 2023. Read on...
  59. Baxter not seek re-election (1)

    Councilor Baxter decides against running for re-election

    Incumbent councilor Kim Baxter has announced that she will not run for re-election in April. Read on...
  60. City Update

    City settles lawsuit that rescinds all accusations of wrongdoing

    In an effort to save city staff time and money the Durango City Councilors accepted a no-fault settlement of $3,250 with Matt Roane on Tuesday after coming out of executive session. Read on...
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    Schedule of meetings for the week of December 5, 2022

    The schedule of meetings for the city of Durango for the week of December 5, 2022, is listed below. Find meeting agendas and minutes at DurangoGov.org/Meetings. Read on...
  62. Transit Discounts

    Get Your Discounted Transit Pass or Parking Card for Noel Night

    The City of Durango will be selling discounted Transit passes and Parking Smart Cards in celebration of Noel Night, from Monday, November 28 through Friday, December 2 at the Transit Center ticket window Read on...
  63. Drone Unit

    Drone unit aids in another arrest ahead of its one-year anniversary

    With more than 100 flights in its first year, the Durango Police Department’s drone unit rounds out 2022 aiding La Plata County Sheriff’s Office deputies in the arrest of 48-year-old man suspected of aggravated motor vehicle theft and vehicular eluding. Read on...
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    Schedule of meetings for the week of November 28, 2022

    The schedule of meetings for the city of Durango for the week of November 28, 2022, is listed below. Find meeting agendas and minutes at DurangoGov.org/Meetings. Read on...
  65. Downtown

    City begins engineering design for Downtown’s Next Step on Main Avenue

    The city of Durango has begun the design process for the Downtown’s Next Step (Pedestrian Improvement) Design Project. Read on...
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    Schedule of meetings for the week of November 21, 2022

    The schedule of meetings for the city of Durango for the week of November 21, 2022, is listed below. Find meeting agendas and minutes at DurangoGov.org/Meetings. Read on...
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