Posted on: March 2, 2021
Colorado has reached its goal to vaccinate 70% of residents 70 and older allowing 5 Star businesses to operate under Level Blue capacity restrictions effective immediately
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Summit County Director of Communications
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health officials submitted a request to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) to move 5 Star certified businesses ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: February 26, 2021
Coloradans age 60 and older, frontline essential workers in grocery and agriculture, individuals age 16-59 with two or more high-risk conditions are encouraged to register with PrepMod
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), announced Friday that it will allow local public health agencies to begin vaccinations of Phase 1B.3 individuals ages 60 and older, frontline essential workers in ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: February 25, 2021
State Dial Level Yellow restrictions go into effect Friday
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Summit County Director of Communications
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health officials submitted a request Wednesday to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) to move from Level Orange ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: February 19, 2021
Pre-registration process will replace SC Alert for eligible residents to obtain appointments at next week’s drive-through clinic
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health Officials announced Thursday that the county will be adopting the PrepMod registration system utilized by many counties across the State of Colorado for COVID-19 vaccination appointments. The ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: February 16, 2021
Educators and Coloradans age 65 and older continue to be eligible for vaccine appointments this week
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health Officials announced today that their request for 2000 doses of vaccine for the week of Feb. 15 was not fulfilled by the State. The community will be receiving 310 first doses of vaccine. Saint Anthony ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: February 12, 2021
Includes Updated Requirements for Businesses under Summit County 5 Star Certification Program
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Director of Communications
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health issued an amended and restated Public Health Order Friday. The new order includes updated requirements for businesses that receive 5 Star ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: February 8, 2021
Educators and Coloradans age 65 and older will be eligible for vaccine appointments starting this week
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), announced that it will allow local public health agencies to begin vaccinations of Phase 1B.2 individuals ages 65 and older, along with Pre-K-12 educators and lice...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: February 8, 2021
Businesses invited to attend Town Hall on Wednesday regarding changes and the application process.
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Director of Communications
SUMMIT COUNTY - The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and the Governor’s office last week announced a new State COVID-19 Dial. The DIAL is the tool that dr...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: February 6, 2021
Community urged to take extra precautions to protect against these strains
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Director of Communications
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health officials confirmed Thursday that the more contagious variant strains of the COVID-19 virus are now present in the county. Two Summit County resident...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: February 3, 2021
Changes to dial framework will go into effect on Saturday
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Director of Communications
SUMMIT COUNTY – Gov. Jared Polis announced today that the State is introducing a new version of the COVID-19 dial framework, Dial 2.0 which will go into effect tomorrow, Saturday, Feb. 6 at 9:0...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: February 3, 2021
Summit County residents are asked to take extra safety measures during Super Bowl LV to prevent the spread of COVID-19
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County residents are being asked to take extra safety measures during the Super Bowl this year to protect themselves and family members, while preventing the spread of COVID-19.
Studies show that gatherings are th...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: January 22, 2021
Alcohol consumption cut-off time moved to 10 p.m. for certified restaurants
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health will now allow alcoholic beverage sale and consumption in 5 Star Certified restaurants up until 10 p.m. This is a change over the previous cut-off ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: January 20, 2021
Includes Updates to Requirements for Short-Term Lodging Operations
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health issued an amended and restated Public Health Order Wednesday. The new order includes updates to requirements for short-term lodging operations to s...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: January 18, 2021
CONTACT: Marty Ferris, Finance Director
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County received notification from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs that the County would be the recipient of $591,709 in Small Business Relief. These funds were autho...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: January 12, 2021
Beginning of a new era in Summit County Government
SUMMIT COUNTY – The morning of Tuesday, Jan. 12 was a turning point for the Summit County Board of County Commissioners as three new commissioners were among elected officers sworn in. Tamara Pogue and Josh Blanchard will both be serving their f...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: January 12, 2021
Online registration opens at 2 p.m. today for appointments this week
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health, in partnership with Safeway, City Market, and the Summit Community Care Clinic will be offering COVID-19 vaccination appointments to Summit County residents ages 70 and older this week. Online registr...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: January 8, 2021
The county will receive additional doses of COVID vaccine in order to serve all residents in prioritized populations
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health announced plans Thursday to prioritize its drive-through clinic vaccination site for full time residents and provide vaccination opportunities through partners such as Safeway and City Market for other...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: January 7, 2021
Summit County part time residents and property owners will now be eligible to receive vaccine
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), advised public health officials Wednesday that it will no longer restrict allocation of vaccine to counties based on 2018 census data for population. The state has...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: January 5, 2021
Online registration opens today for appointments this week
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health, in partnership with Safeway and City Market, will be offering additional COVID-19 vaccination appointments to Summit County residents ages 70 and older this week. Online registration will open at 4pm ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: January 4, 2021
Summit County residents and workers are encouraged to subscribe to community notifications at SCAlert.org
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health announced Monday that it will begin using the Summit County Alert community notification system (SC Alert) to inform the public of all COVID-19 vaccination opportunities via phone, text and/or email.
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 31, 2020
All Level Red counties will move to Level Orange on Monday, Jan. 4
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
Editor's Note: This article was updated on Jan. 4 to reflect updated information from CDPHE that Five Star Certified businesses will be able to operate under the le...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 30, 2020
Summit County residents 70 years and older are now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine appointments
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), announced Wednesday that individuals ages 70 and older will now be included in Phase 1B of the COVID-19 vaccination distribution plan for Colorado.
Earlier today, S...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 28, 2020
47-year-old Summit County resident dies of respiratory failure due to COVID-19
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Penrose-St. Francis Health Services and Summit County Public Health have confirmed the fourth death from COVID-19 of a Summit County resident.
A 47-year-old Summit County man died Decemb...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 30, 2020
Online registration opens today for appointments Dec. 31 through Jan. 2
Editor's Note: This article was updated following the Governor's announcement that the age group 70 years and older would be prioritized for vaccination in Colorado. Summit County will be following this guidance.
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 28, 2020
Application deadline is 5 p.m., Friday, Jan. 29
Contact: April Kroner, Planning Director
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County is seeking local applicants to serve on five planning commissions and the Summit County Board of Adjustment. These six bodies play vital roles in shaping the community, throug...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 28, 2020
The acquisition protects 60 acres of wildlife habitat and historical resources adjacent to Keystone Resort
Contact: Brian Lorch, Director of Open Space & Trails
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County acted to preserve a chapter of local history this month, acquiring the 60-acre Ida Belle Mine property adjacent to Keystone Resort, between Jones Gulch and In...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 24, 2020
Gyms, yoga studios and other personal recreation businesses that implement added infection-prevention measures are eligible to apply, starting Monday
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health will open its 5 Star Business Certification Program to yoga studios, gyms, fitness centers, dance studios and other personal recreation businesses,...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 22, 2020
Summit County protects 125 acres, expands paved and natural surface trails system and implements stewardship activities on open space properties
Contact: Christine Zenel, Summit County Open Space & Trails, 970-668-4061
SUMMIT COUNTY – In a yea...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 18, 2020
Restaurants that complete the application and certification process may open immediately
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health received approval for the county’s 5 Star Program variance request from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) Friday. The highly anticipated approval will allow res...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 17, 2020
Restaurants are encouraged to apply for 5-Star certification by 10 am Friday
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health launched its 5 Star Business Certification Program application process Thursday, in cooperation with the towns of Breckenridge, Frisco, Dillon and Silverthorne. The program aims to allow indoor dining ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 16, 2020
Includes Requirements for Businesses under Summit County 5 Star Certification Program
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health issued an amended and restated Public Health Order Wednesday. The new order includes requirements for businesses that receive 5 Star program certif...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 15, 2020
A diverse stakeholder group worked together for two decades to overcome barriers in liability, funding and access to improve water quality in one of Colorado’s most impaired watersheds
Contact: Jason Lederer, Summit County Open Space and...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 8, 2020
Testing available for symptomatic and asymptomatic patients by appointment
Breckenridge, CO (December 11, 2020) ― Effective Monday, December 14, residents and visitors in Breckenridge will now have more convenient access to COVID-19 testing, as the Vail Health testing site previously located in Frisco relocates to the S...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 8, 2020
Sales team reports 16 cases; all positive cases have been isolated and all known close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating an outbreak of COVID-19 at ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 8, 2020
Summit County is preparing for many possibilities as it awaits FDA authorization of COVID-19 vaccine
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY— Summit County Public Health, in collaboration with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and St. Anthony Summit Medical Center (SASMC), is making pla...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 4, 2020
Summit County has allocated $250,000 in assistance to businesses in unincorporated areas of the county
Contact: Martina Ferris, Finance Director
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County announced a second round of funding in its business assistance grant program to provide financial support to local businesses struggling with the impacts of the COVID-19 pand...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 3, 2020
Community members can weigh in on the next five years of public transit service during a virtual open house Dec. 9
Contact: Chris Lubbers, Summit County Transit Director, 970-668-4161
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County residents are invited to attend a virtual open house on the future of local public transit at 1 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 9. Summit Stage staff will pr...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 2, 2020
A 14-day quarantine is still best, but many asymptomatic close contacts now have the option to end quarantine after seven or 10 days
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health, in accordance with guidance from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is adopting options...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: December 2, 2020
Sale of Exxon shares in accordance with new County investment strategy
Contact: Ryne Scholl, Treasurer and Public Trustee
SUMMIT COUNTY – In accordance with Summit County’s recently-adopted Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) policy for investment, the Treasurer’s Office has completed the ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: November 24, 2020
Slash piles from the Mesa Cortina Hazardous Fuels Reduction Project will be burned mid-December; residents invited to virtual community meeting Dec. 1
Contact: Jordan Mead, Resource Specialist, Summit County Open Space and Trails
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Open Space & Trails Department has contracted with wildland fire professionals at the Forest Stewards Guild to plan and perform p...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: November 20, 2020
71-year-old Summit County resident dies of respiratory failure due to COVID-19
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – St. Anthony Summit Medical Center and Summit County Public Health have confirmed the third death from COVID-19 of a Summit County resident.
A 71-yea...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: November 20, 2020
Gatherings among multiple households prohibited starting 5 p.m., Friday; restaurants closed to indoor dining starting 5 p.m., Sunday
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health issued an amended public health order Friday after consultation with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Envir...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: November 20, 2020
In-person celebrations should be with immediate household only; families encouraged to connect online and via phone
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health officials are encouraging residents to celebrate Thanksgiving safely at home amidst the pandemic by limiting in-person ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: November 18, 2020
Community members are invited to get updates and details on the state's new public health order
*Note: This article was updated on Nov. 19 to reflect an updated timeline on new restrictions. Summit County will be moved into Level Red at 5 p.m., Friday, Nov. 20. Restaurants will be closed to indoor dining beginning 5 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 22. Outdoor di...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: November 13, 2020
Critical retail businesses limited to one person per 100 square feet; restaurants and bars must cease alcohol sales and onsite consumption by 9:30 p.m.
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health issued an amended Public Health Order Friday to clarify occupancy limits in critical retail businesses and further tigh...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: November 13, 2020
Two students confirmed positive; all positive cases have been isolated and known close contacts have been quarantined
Contacts
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Publ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: November 10, 2020
With snow on the ground, fire danger has finally subsided in an exceptionally long, dry and destructive wildfire season in Colorado
Contact: Karn Stiegelmeier, Chair, Board of County Commissioners
SUMMIT COUNTY – In conjunction with the Dillon Ranger District of the White River National Forest, the Board of County Commissioners has lifted Stage 2 fire restrictions in Summit C...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: November 10, 2020
"As the weather gets colder, let's be warmer." This winter, the Towns and the County, in partnership with Building Hope, encourage residents to spread warmth, not COVID, by inspiring acts of kindness across the community.
Contact: Haley Littleton, Communications at Town of Breckenridge, 864-704-0380
SUMMIT COUNTY – The past several months have been difficult for the Summit County community. As we turn towards winter, all of the Towns and Summit County Gov...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: November 8, 2020
Two students confirmed positive; all positive cases have been isolated and known close contacts have been quarantined
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SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: November 6, 2020
One teacher and two students confirmed positive; all positive cases have been isolated and known close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Julie Sutor, Director of Communications
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and Summit School District, is investigating an out...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: November 6, 2020
All businesses reduced to 25 percent capacity; late-night gatherings prohibited
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health issued an amended Public Health Order Thursday after consultation with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Env...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: November 5, 2020
Public Health partners with CDPHE, Vail Health, Breckenridge Grand Vacations, and Arapahoe Basin to provide additional testing locations
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health has announced a partnership with the Colorado Department of Health and Environment (CDPHE) to provide an additional tes...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: November 4, 2020
Vail Health, in partnership with Summit County Public Health, Breckenridge Grand Vacations (BGV), Town of Frisco and Arapahoe Basin, will begin offering COVID-19 testing for Summit County residents.
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
VAIL, CO – Vail Health, in partnership with Summit County Public Health, Breckenridge Grand Vacations (BGV), Town of Frisco and Arapahoe Basin, will begin offering...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 30, 2020
Officials will discontinue individual outbreak press releases and concentrate resources on online reporting and video updates
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department has decided to discontinue publishing individual press releases on outbreaks in the county, and instead ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 30, 2020
Two cases reported among basketball players; all positive cases have been isolated and known close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and Summ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 30, 2020
Installation of a new crossing of Highway 91 near Copper Mountain and Climax Mine signifies a major step forward for the Fremont Recpath Project
Contact: Jason Lederer, Summit County Open Space & Trails, 970-668-4213
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 29, 2020
Amended Public Health Order imposes limitations on events as county seeks to avoid state imposed restrictions
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health issued an amended Public Health Order Thursday after consultation with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Env...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 28, 2020
Navigating through COVID - What do the new mitigation measures mean for your business?
Contact: April Kroner, Summit County Planning Director
SUMMIT COUNTY– Summit County Government and the Summit Chamber of Commerce recognize the significant impacts to the local economy as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the challenges face...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 28, 2020
Frisco location reports two cases among staff; all positive cases have been isolated and all known close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 28, 2020
Public Health reports twenty-two cases among students; evidence suggests transmission occurred through parties and gatherings
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 27, 2020
A new exhibit in the Summit County Commons showcases local artists through January 2021
Contact: Karen LeCocq, Art Forum Program Assistant
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Art Forum has a new exhibit at the Summit County Commons, showcasing the work of local artists. Healing: Restoration, Repair, Regeneration, to Make Soun...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 26, 2020
Breckenridge preschool reports two cases among staff; all positive cases have been isolated and all known close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 25, 2020
Breckenridge business reports two cases among employees; all known positive cases have been isolated and all known close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Michael Wurzel, Public Information Office, Summit County Government
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating an outbreak of ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 23, 2020
Amended order imposes stricter mitigation measures as county seeks to avoid state imposed restrictions
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health issued an amended Public Health Order Friday after consultation with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Envir...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 21, 2020
County officials seek to discourage mingling while Summit County stands in danger of entering Safer at Home Level 3
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health issued an amended public health order Thursday. The new Public Health Order included an update that bars and restaurant...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 21, 2020
Dillon business reports two cases among employees; all known positive cases have been isolated and all known close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 21, 2020
An online, transit survey takes about 5 minutes to fill out. This public input opportunity is available riders and non-riders until November 19.
Contacts: Chris Lubbers, Transit Director, 970-668-4161
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit Stage public transit system released an electronic transit survey this morning in English and Spanish. The survey, open through November 19, will help the agency identify wa...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 19, 2020
Summit County residents test positive after traveling together; all known positive cases have been isolated and all known close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 18, 2020
Breckenridge business reports two cases among employees; all known positive cases have been isolated and all known close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 13, 2020
Please note that this version has been updated with a revised CO 91 closure date of October 29.
Pedestrian bridge placement will require an overnight highway closure; access to I-70 from Leadville will be detoured through Minturn
Contact: Jason Lederer, Open Space & Trails Department, 970-668-4213
SUMMIT COUNTY — An ov...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 11, 2020
Summit County reports two positive cases among employees in a department; all positive cases have been isolated and all close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Jason Lederer, Public Information Officer, Summit County Government
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 9, 2020
Silverthorne UPS branch reports four cases among employees; all known positive cases have been isolated and all known close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 9, 2020
Flu vaccine will be provided free of charge to community members; clinic to serve as point of distribution test for future COVID-19 vaccine
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department will be offering two drive thru vaccination clinics to the community on Oct. 10 and Oct 21. All communit...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 8, 2020
Breckenridge restaurant reports two cases among employees; all known positive cases have been isolated and all known close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
Please note that this press release has been updated on Oct. 13 to include additional information obtained on a social gathering held at Ollie’s Pub & Grub in ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 8, 2020
County encourages residents to avoid large gatherings; cautions about the timing of resorts opening and post-holiday spikes in case numbers
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department is urging residents to celebrate Halloween a bit differently this year, emphasizing that during the COVID-19 pande...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 7, 2020
Breckenridge restaurant reports two cases among employees; all close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 6, 2020
Breckenridge restaurant reports two cases among employees; all close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 3, 2020
Members of the community are invited to hear updates from public health
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Public Health
WHAT: Members of the community are invited to join a Virtual Town Hall on navigating COVID-19. There will be a short presentation by Summit County Public Health, with the opportunity to a...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 1, 2020
Recreational fires are allowed on private property only in permitted fire devices
Contact: Scott Vargo, County Manager
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Board of Commissioners lifted Stage 2 Fire Restrictions, effective Friday, Oct. 2. The commissioners enacted the change during a special meeting Thursday afternoon, in recogni...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 30, 2020
County extends Public Health order through the end of October, no updates have been made
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health issued an extended public health order Wednesday. The new Public Health Order contains no changes from the previous ord...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 28, 2020
Summit County, Town of Breckenridge and The Nature Conservancy launch new wildfire mitigation project
Contact:
- Lindsay Schlageter, The Nature Conservancy, 612-968-3141
- Anne Lowe, Town of Breckenridge, 970-547-3155
- Brian Lorch, Summit County Open Space, brian.lorch@summitcountyco.gov
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Town of Breckenridge, Summit County a...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 26, 2020
Staffing agency and cleaning company report three cases among employees working at the same job site; all known positive cases have been isolated
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
Editor's Note: This article has been updated to include a statement from Vacasa
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 24, 2020
During National Electric Drive Week, Summit is recognized as a leader in zero-emission transportation goals
Contacts: Michael Wurzel, Sustainability Coordinator
SUMMIT COUNTY – As National Electric Drive Week kicked off in Colorado, the Summit County Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution committing the community to 100 percent zero-emission vehicles in the...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 23, 2020
Two cases reported among staff members; all cases have been isolated and close contacts have been quarantined
Contacts: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health; Mikki Grebetz, Communications Coordinator, Summit School District
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado D...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 23, 2020
Silverthorne restaurant reports two cases among employees and has temporarily closed
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 22, 2020
Summit County Commissioners encourage residents to utilize community resources to resolve conflicts in constructive ways
Contact: Commissioner Karn Stiegelmeier, 970-471-2298
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Board of Commissioners proclaimed October to be Conflict Resolution Month in Summit County Tuesday. In doing so, the board joins with individuals an...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 22, 2020
Summit County Recognized as Ninth Overall Among Nation’s 2020 Healthiest Communities by U.S. News & World Report
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County has been recognized as the No. 9 overall ranking in the country by U.S. News & World Report in collaboration with the Aetna Found...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 18, 2020
Local architecture and planning firm reports six cases among staff members and has temporarily closed its office
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 18, 2020
Voters can help stop the spread of COVID-19 by verifying registration addresses in advance and using free ballot drop boxes; the deadline to register or update a record to receive a ballot by mail is Oct. 26
Contact: Kathy Neel, Summit County Clerk and Recorder, 970-453-3471
SUMMIT COUNTY – In preparation for the 2020 general election, the Summit County Clerk and Recorder is encouraging voters to verify that their voter registrations are up...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 16, 2020
Summit County is in the Safer at Home Level 2 of reopening, with good performance in positivity and hospitalization data
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
DENVER – The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) released its new COVID-19 dial framework on Tuesday, September 15, showing that Summit Co...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 16, 2020
Three cases reported among employees; all known positive cases have been isolated
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 14, 2020
A four-week detour will accommodate shoulder maintenance in the section that parallels Dillon Dam Road
Contact: Jason Lederer, Summit County Open Space & Trails, 970-668-4213
SUMMIT COUNTY - Starting Monday, Sept. 28, a Summit County Recreational Pathway (Recpath) detour will be in place weekdays, excluding holidays, along a section of the Dillon Reserv...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 11, 2020
Two cases reported among attendees of Labor Day weekend party hosted at a short-term vacation rental unit; all known positive cases have been isolated and all known close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 9, 2020
The Summit County Shooting Range will be open for law enforcement training activities but remains closed to the general public
Contact: Julie Sutor, Director of Communications
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County has granted permission for local law enforcement training activities to take place at the Summit County Shooting Range in Keystone. The range has been fully closed sin...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 4, 2020
Summit County data shows safety strategies are working, but the community must remain vigilant over the holiday weekend
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Labor Day weekend is a crucial time to keep the coronavirus under control. Local public health officials are offering the Summit County community b...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 3, 2020
Summit County joins state and federal partners in recognizing Care for Colorado Week, ahead of busy Labor Day weekend
Contact: Jason Lederer, Summit County Open Space & Trails
SUMIT COUNTY – Governor Polis has proclaimed Aug. 31 - Sept. 7 “Colorado Recreates Responsibly Week.” The Colorado Department of Natural Resources, Colorado Parks an...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 2, 2020
Summit Stage will add evening bus service across most Summit County routes to coincide with public health orders allowing restaurants to remain open until 11 p.m.
Contact: Teddy Wilkinson, 970-668-4162
SUMMIT COUNTY – Starting Friday, Sept. 4, Summit Stage will extend evening bus service by about two hours across most major routes within Summit County.
“We hope extending our bus service to match t...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: August 31, 2020
County adds sixth Commitment to Containment, encouraging residents to get the flu vaccine
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health issued an amended public health order Monday. The order includes an update to the Five Commitments to Containment, addi...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: August 28, 2020
Colorado Public Health Association award tied to exemplary service in local public health agency located in a Colorado rural community
Contact: Sara Lopez, Summit County Public Health Nurse Manager
AURORA (Aug. 27, 2020) - The Colorado Public Health Association (CPHA) in cooperation with The Colorado Health Foundation recognized Summit County Public Health Director, Dr. Amy Wineland with ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: August 27, 2020
Bicycle commuters can take advantage of free light breakfast, virtual bike contests and a mini job fair
Contact: Christine Zenel, Open Space & Trails. 970-668-4065
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County and the Physical Activity and Nutrition Team of the Summit (PANTS) invite the community to participate in the 2020 Bike to Work Day on Tuesday, Sept 22 ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: August 26, 2020
Local testing criteria remains the same despite updates to CDC testing guidelines
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) determined that t...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: August 26, 2020
The ballot question would maintain current funding levels for existing programs by blocking state-imposed changes in assessed value calculations
Contacts:
Thomas Davidson, Board of County Commissioners, 970-333-9817
Scott Vargo, County Manager, 970-453-3404
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously in favor of a resolution to place a measure on Summit County&rs...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: August 22, 2020
Three cases reported among employees; all positive cases have been isolated and close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: August 17, 2020
Additional wildfires reported impacting local air conditions; fire ban continues in Summit County
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator - Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) has issued an air quality health advisory for wildfire smoke for Jackson, Grand, Summit, Clear C...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: August 14, 2020
Affected area includes Summit County and neighboring counties
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator - Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) has issued an air quality health advisory for wildfire smoke for Routt, Eagle, Jackson, Grand, S...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: August 13, 2020
All fires are prohibited on private property, in forest areas and in campgrounds
Contact: Julie Sutor, Director of Communications
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Board of Commissioners enacted Stage 2 Fire Restrictions, effective Friday, Aug. 14. The commissioners enacted the change during a special meeting Thursday, in rec...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: August 12, 2020
Smoke may pose health concerns for certain individuals, particularly during the pandemic
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator - Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) issued an air quality health advisory for wildfire smoke in Summit County beginning ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: August 11, 2020
Members of the business community are invited to hear from public health experts
Contact: Blair McGary, Executive Director, Summit Chamber, 970-485-0943
WHAT: Members of the business community are invited to join a Business Leadership Forum on navigating COVID-19. There will be a short presentation by Summit County Public Hea...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: August 7, 2020
The increased popularity of recreational shooting has prompted noise concerns from adjacent neighborhoods
Contact: Aaron Byrne, Solid Waste Director, 970-668-4295
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County has reduced the hours of operation and commissioned a sound study of the Summit County Shooting Range, on Landfill Road in Keystone. The range now op...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: August 6, 2020
Colorado Department of Human Services award tied to delivery of programs that help support Coloradans
Contact: Joanne Sprouse, Director, Summit County Human Services, 970-668-9174
DENVER (Aug. 4, 2020) - The Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) recognized Summit County for 2019 C-Stat Distinguished Performance. The county’s outstanding pe...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: August 4, 2020
COVID-19 is present in the visitor population, but there is limited evidence of transmission to locals
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – St. Anthony Summit Medical Center shared newly compiled COVID-19 visitor data Tuesday with Summit County Public Health and other community leaders....
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Summit County Government
Posted on: July 31, 2020
An expanded dataset and interactive charts provide new insights into local disease activity and reveal Summit County's performance against state benchmarks
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health launched an upgraded public display of COVID-19 case data on its website Friday. The County’s COVID-19 Case Data page now f...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: July 31, 2020
Guidance remains unchanged and aligns with state order
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health issued an amended and restated public health order Friday. The restated public health order contained no changes from t...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: July 31, 2020
Five cases reported among community members of employee housing building; all positive cases have been isolated and close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: July 27, 2020
Drivers must use Highway 9 to travel between Summit County Commons and St. Anthony Summit Medical Center
Contact: Robert Jacobs, Road & Bridge Director
SUMMIT COUNTY – On Thursday, July 30, work will begin on the final phase of reconstruction of Peak One Drive between the Summit County Commons and St. Anthony Summit Medical Center. The work on P...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: July 14, 2020
Amended public health order closes bars and restaurants at 11 p.m., aiming to reduce mingling among patrons
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health issued a revised public health order Tuesday, enacting an 11 p.m. curfew for bars and restaurants across the county. The amended order contained no ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: July 13, 2020
Summit County facilities begin gradual expansion of in-person services
Contact:
- Stephanie Ralph, Director, Summit County Library, 970-668-4282
- Molly Boyd, Director, Summit County Human Resources, 970-453-3459
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Library reopened to the public Monday, July 13, with limited hours. Patrons will...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: July 2, 2020
The County is seeking properties for workforce housing outside the Upper Blue Basin
Contact: Jason Dietz, Summit County Housing Director, 970-409-8458
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County is expanding the Housing Helps program to unincorporated areas of the Snake River, Lower Blue and Tenmile basins. After a successful launch in the Up...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: June 30, 2020
Dental practice reports two cases among staff members and has voluntarily closed
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: June 30, 2020
Centura Health will provide COVID-19 testing at multiple locations; Summit County Public Health will fund mobile testing and cover all testing costs for uninsured individuals
Contacts: Centura Health: Brent Boyer; Summit County: Nicole Valentine
SUMMIT COUNTY ― Centura - St. Anthony Summit Medical Center and Summit County Public Health are partnering to offer widespread, no-cost COVID-19 testing in multiple locations throughout...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: June 29, 2020
Summit Stage will increase its allowable bus capacity to 50 percent on all routes; masks are still required
Contact: Chris Lubbers, Transit Director, 970-668-4161, chris.lubbers@summitcountyco.gov
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit Stage public transit system will increase the number of allowable riders on its buses from 10 passengers per bus to 50 percent of ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: June 22, 2020
Housing authority will begin accepting applications July 1 for new energy-efficient townhomes in Dillon Valley
Contacts:
- Jason Dietz, Summit County Housing Director: 970-409-8458
- Blake Shutler, Summit Homes Construction LLC: 970-418-0066
- Amy Priegel, Summit Combined Housing Authority Director: 970-668-4177
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County and Summit Homes Const...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: June 19, 2020
New guidance loosens restrictions on indoor and outdoor events, residential camps and bars
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator, Summit County Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment issued an amended public health order Friday that allows for additional indoor and outdoor...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: June 18, 2020
New unified fire code requires permits for all wood and charcoal fire devices on private property; Dillon Ranger District of White River National Forest has Stage 1 Fire Restrictions in place
Contact: Julie Sutor, Director of Communications, Summit County
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County and local fire districts all urged caution as the community enters into wildfire season. The agencies emphasized that a new unified fire code requires p...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: June 16, 2020
A 75-year-old Summit County resident had tested positive prior to his death
Contact: Nicole Valentine, Public Affairs Coordinator – Public Health
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Coroner’s Office and Summit County Public Health have confirmed the second death from COVID-19 of a Summit County resident...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: June 12, 2020
Let's lift our voices for an end to racial oppression
Contact: The Summit County Board of Commissioners: Karn Stiegelmeier, Thomas Davidson and Elisabeth Lawrence
SUMMIT COUNTY - Our nation and our community are facing tremendous stress, hardship and uncertainty. The COVID-19 pandemic, it’s social a...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: June 5, 2020
New guidance aligns with state, allowing additional activities with face coverings, physical distancing and other precautions
Contact: Julie Sutor, Director of Communications
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health announced a revised public health order Friday, largely aligning with new state guidance that allows for additional activities, while maintaining a group...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: June 4, 2020
U.S. Census Bureau restarts field operations in Summit County, adhering to appropriate health and safety protocols and hiring field enumerators
Contact: Jason Lederer, 970-668-4213
SUMMIT COUNTY – The U.S. Census Bureau has resumed 2020 Census field operations in Summit County following a shut down due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. As part of the phased restart of operations, the Cens...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 30, 2020
Summit Stage will restore half-hourly service along most Summit County routes, restore service to Copper Mountain and Blue River, and enhance service along Park and Lake county commuter routes
Contact: Michael Chinn, (970) 668-4162
SUMMIT COUNTY – Starting Monday, June 8, Summit Stage will increase service levels along major routes within Summit County, commuter routes to Park County and Lake County, and restore service to Blue River an...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 26, 2020
Restaurants, private transportation services and ski areas are allowed to open May 27; hotels, motels and campgrounds June 1; all must ensure strict physical distancing
Contact: Julie Sutor, Director of Communications
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County issued an amended local public health order Tuesday evening, allowing the opening of Summit County restaurants, alpine ski areas and lodging businesses. The new order,...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 25, 2020
The Arapahoe Basin Ski Area will be allowed to open, with strict physical distancing and limits on skier numbers
Contact: Julie Sutor, Director of Communications
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment will allow the partial reopening of the Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, effective Wednesday, May 27. The move was in response to Su...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 21, 2020
Breckenridge restaurant reports four cases; restaurant has voluntarily closed; all positive cases have been isolated and close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Julie Sutor, Director of Communications
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating an outbreak of COVID-19 at Downst...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 20, 2020
The 2020 primary election is June 30
Contact: Kathy Neel, Summit County Clerk and Recorder, 970-453-3471
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Elections Division of the Summit County Clerk & Recorder’s Office will mail primary ballots the week of June 8 to all Unaffiliated, De...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 20, 2020
Pending state approval, restaurants and lodging businesses will soon be allowed to open, with strict physical distancing requirements
Contact: Julie Sutor, Director of Communications
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County has announced its intent to allow the opening of restaurants and lodging businesses, pending approval from the State of Colorado. If the Colorado Department of Public ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 20, 2020
Additional grant funding and impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic lead to LEAP application deadline extension
Contact: Janet Wolfson, CDHS Summit County Economic Security Programs Manager, (970) 668-9716
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Colorado Department of Human Services’ Low-income Energy Assistance Program, or LEAP, has extended its benefits beyond the...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 17, 2020
Lowe’s reports three cases; all have been isolated and close contacts have been quarantined
Contact: Julie Sutor, Director of Communications
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), is investigating an outbreak of COVID-19 at Lowe&a...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 14, 2020
With the exception of the Vail Pass Recpath, all sections of the paved Summit County Recreational Pathway system are plowed, swept, and open to the public
Contact: Jason Lederer, Summit County Open Space & Trails, 970-668-4213
SUMMIT COUNTY – With the exception of the Vail Pass Recpath, all sections of the Summit County Recreational Pathway System (Recpath) are now open for the 2020 season. On ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 14, 2020
Free program helps residents and property owners create defensible space to protect homes from wildfire
Contact: Dan Schroder, Director, Summit County CSU Extension, 970-668-4140
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County government is kicking off the 2020 Summit County Chipping Program on Monday, June 15. The free, award-winning program, now in its se...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 8, 2020
Summit Stage will enhance existing modified schedule along Summit County routes and operate limited service to Park and Lake counties
Contact: Geoff Guthrie, Summit Stage/Transit Operations Manager. (970) 668-4162
SUMMIT COUNTY – On Monday, May 11, the Summit Stage will increase service levels on its spring 2020 limited public transit service along three fixed travel corridors w...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 7, 2020
All positive cases have been isolated, close contacts have been quarantined; Summit County has conducted extensive testing of City Market employees
Contact: Julie Sutor, julie.sutor@summitcountyco.gov
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County has identified nine additional positive cases of COVID-19 among employees at City Market in Breckenridge, bringing the total number of positive cases to 17. Summit...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 7, 2020
Non-essential retail businesses are permitted to open May 8, with strict physical distancing protocols and other protective measures
Contact: Julie Sutor, Director of Communications
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County has released an amended public health order, which allows non-essential retail businesses to open their establishments to the public. Businesses are required to implem...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 6, 2020
Most sections of the paved Summit County Recreational Pathway System are plowed, swept, and open to users; Fremont Pass Recreational Pathway Construction scheduled to commence construction in May 2020
Contact: Jason Lederer, Summit County Open Space & Trails, 970-668-4213
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Recreational Pathway System (Recpath) is now open for the 2020 season. With the exception of sections through Tenmile Canyon be...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 29, 2020
City Market has reported eight confirmed cases among employees
Contact: Julie Sutor, Director of Communications,
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Public Health Department, in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is investigating an outbreak of COVID-19...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 29, 2020
Summit County and state define ‘personal services’, clarify requirements of Non-Critical Retail businesses, and issue Business Social Distancing Protocol
Contact: Sarah Vaine, Assistant County Manager, 970-668-4006
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County’s amended public health order, which took effect on Monday, April 27, aims to gradually ease social distancing restrictions, while balancing commu...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 28, 2020
Summit County continues to educate about and enforce public health orders affecting short-term rentals; generally finding compliance among owners
Contact: April Kroner, (970) 668-4207
SUMMIT COUNTY, CO – Summit County staff across multiple departments have been working diligently to both educate short-term rental owners, and enforce the public health order among STR’s an...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 28, 2020
Summit Stage resumes limited operations with safety measures in place to ensure protection of drivers and passengers
Contact: Melissa Decker, Summit Stage Transit Supervisor, 970-668-4164
SUMMIT COUNTY – On Monday, April 27, the Summit Stage began operating a spring 2020 limited public transit service on three fixed travel corridors within Summit County. Schedul...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 26, 2020
The 89-year-old Summit County resident tested positive prior to his death
Contact: Regan Wood, Coroner, 970-389-0090
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Coroner’s Office and Summit County Public Health have confirmed a second COVID-19-related death of a Summit County resident.
An 89-year-old Summit County man di...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 25, 2020
Summit County will begin to ease social distancing restrictions April 27
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County issued an amended public health order Saturday, beginning a gradual easing of social distancing restrictions. The amended order largely aligns with the "Safer at Home" guidance from the State of Colorado, ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 22, 2020
Meeting will be recorded and made available for later viewing by members of the public
SUMMIT COUNTY - The April 22 Summit County Board of Health meeting has reached the maximum number of Zoom meeting participants. Summit County is recording the meeting for later viewing by members of the public who were not able to make it into the meeting...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 22, 2020
Summit County will ease social distancing restrictions April 27; widespread testing and contact tracing will identify and contain new pockets of disease
Contact: Bentley Henderson, Assistant County Manager, 970-453-3401
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Board of Health, which is comprised of the Board of County Commissioners, launched a Roadmap to Recovery process Tuesday, convening a community r...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 17, 2020
Vail Health and Summit County Health Public Health Collaborating on Additional Testing for Summit County Residents
Contacts: Vail Health: Sally Welsh, Summit County: Sarah Wilkinson
SUMMIT COUNTY ― Vail Health, in partnership with Summit County Public Health, will begin offering COVID-19 testing for Summit County residents starting on Tuesday, April 21. Testing will be...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 16, 2020
The prohibition on short-term lodging is extended to May 31 to continue COVID-19 mitigation
Contact: 970-668-9730
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County issued an amended public health order Thursday, extending the prohibition on short-term lodging through May 31. The amendment aligns with guidance from the State of Colorado that a stabilization...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 15, 2020
Funding allocation will ensure nonprofit's ability to support local families through COVID-19 crisis
Contact: Scott Vargo, Summit County Manager, 970-453-3404
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County contributed $500,000 Tuesday to the Family and Intercultural Resource Center (FIRC), a local nonprofit that provides families with support related to food, he...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 11, 2020
The decedent is suspected to have had underlying health conditions; autopsy results are pending
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Coroner’s Office announced the death of a Silverthorne man in his 60s. The cause of death is unknown at this time, pending the results of an autopsy. The decedent is suspected to have had underlying he...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 8, 2020
Summit County has allocated $250,000 in assistance to businesses in unincorporated areas of the county; applications will be available Tuesday afternoon
Note: This press release was updated on April 15, in order to provide greater detail on program eligibility.
Contact: Small Business Grant Program
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County announced the launch of a new small-business assistance grant program ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 6, 2020
Residents should avoid hoarding grocery items that are important for local families
Contact: Whitney Horner, Summit County WIC Director, 668-9199
SUMMIT COUNTY – Many Coloradans are concerned about access to healthy food for pregnant women and children under 5 years old who are served by the Special Supplemental Nutrit...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: March 30, 2020
Summit County has contracted with Stadium Medical to travel to individuals’ homes to conduct testing for COVID-19
Contact: 970-668-9730
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County is now conducting mobile COVID-19 testing and expanded test collection and processing. The County has contracted with Stadium Medical to conduct mobile COVID-19 testing throughout the community,...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: March 23, 2020
New restrictions update and clarify orders and recommendations on social distancing, business activity
Contact: 970-668-9730
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County issued an amended public health order Monday morning, providing greater specificity and clarity on restrictions and recommendations designed to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in Summit County; ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: March 19, 2020
All lodging accommodations are closed, and Summit County's ability to open a shelter is severely limited.
Contact: 970-668-2990
SUMMIT COUNTY - Summit County is asking the traveling public to be aware that all hotels and lodging in Summit County are closed as a public health measure in the County’s proactive response to the coronavirus outbreak.
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Summit County Government
Posted on: March 18, 2020
Documented community spread underscores importance of social distancing
Contact: Julie Sutor, Director of Communications, 970-668-2990
SUMMIT COUNTY – At 11 a.m., Saturday, March 21, Summit County Public Health reported that a eighth person in Summit County has tested positive for COVID-19, indicating that the spread...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: March 18, 2020
The Summit Foundation has put together this list of resources available to Summit County residents as they deal with food, housing and utility support and other emergency needs springing from the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Summit County Government
Posted on: March 17, 2020
With confirmed community spread, Summit County tightens restrictions to avoid overcrowding and accidental social gathering.
AMENDED AND RESTATED STANDING PUBLIC HEALTH ORDER RELATING TO PUBLIC EVENTS; LIMITATIONS ON THE SALE OF FOOD, BEVERAGES, AND RETAIL GOODS; AND RESTRICTIONS ON LODGING AND TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
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Summit County Government
Posted on: March 17, 2020
Summit County now has a cumulative total of five positive cases
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health received three new positive test results for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) on March 17. Our county has a cumulative total of five presumptive positives, 17 negatives and 39 currently pending.&nb...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: March 17, 2020
Summit County has issued restrictions on public events, limitations on sale of food, beverages and retail goods, and restrictions on lodging and transportation services
AMENDED AND RESTATED STANDING PUBLIC HEALTH ORDER RELATING TO PUBLIC EVENTS; LIMITATIONS ON THE SALE OF FOOD, BEVERAGES, AND RETAIL GOODS; AND RESTRICTIONS ON LODGING AND TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
MARCH 16, 2020
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Summit County Government
Posted on: March 16, 2020
New restrictions are designed to facilitate social distancing
Contact: 970-668-9730
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County is issuing a public health order Monday afternoon curtailing several business and community activities in order to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in Summit County.
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Summit County Government
Posted on: March 15, 2020
Eagle, Gunnison, Pitkin and Summit counties continue their response to COVID-19
Mountain communities’ perspective on COVID-19
SUMMIT COUNTY - Many mountain communities have been responding to COVID-19 outbreaks over the past week with a focus on slowing the spread, ensuring our medical system can respond to the non-coronavir...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: March 12, 2020
Summit County has filed a local disaster emergency declaration with the State of Colorado to support its COVID-19 response
Contact: Brian Bovaird, Director of Emergency Management, 970-668-2999
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County has filed a local emergency disaster declaration with the State of Colorado to support its COVID-19 response. The declaration is an administrativ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: March 12, 2020
Government-sponsored events of 50 attendees or more will be canceled or postponed until at least May 1, effective March 13
Contact: Julie Sutor, Director of Communications, 970-409-9461
SUMMIT COUNTY – Based on recommendations from Summit County Public Health, Summit County and the towns of Blue River, Breckenridge, Dillon, Frisco and Silverthorne will cancel all eve...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: March 11, 2020
Event organizers should provide specific recommendations to at-risk populations
Contact: Julie Sutor, Director of Communications, 970-409-9461
SUMMIT COUNTY – In response to numerous inquiries from the public, Summit County Public Health is issuing guidance regarding the hosting, postponement or cancellation of local public ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: March 10, 2020
Individuals at higher risk of serious illness should take precautions to avoid contracting COVID-19
Contacts:
- Amy Wineland, Summit County Public Health Director, 970-668-9161
- Brian Bovaird, Summit County Emergency Management Director, 970-668-2999
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Office of Emergency Management and Department of Public Health are...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: March 10, 2020
The new drop-off center will expand free public recycling services in eastern Summit County
Contacts:
- Aaron Byrne, Director, Summit County Resource Allocation Park (SCRAP), 970-668-4295
- Tom Gosiorowski, Public Works Director, 970-668-4202
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County opened a new recycling drop-off center Monday, pro...
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Posted on: March 6, 2020
No other guests checked into the unit following the departure of the infected person
Contact: Amy Wineland, Summit County Public Health Director, 970-668-9161
Summit County – Summit County Public Health Officials have identified the condominium unit where Colorado’s first COVID-19 case stayed in Keystone. No other lodgi...
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Posted on: March 5, 2020
CDPHE provides details on out-of-state man who visited Summit County
Contact: Deanna Herbert, 303-691-7870
DENVER (March 5): Today, Gov. Polis and state health officials announced Colorado’s first presumptive positive case of COVID-19, as well as a subsequent second case. Below, find the most recent information o...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: March 5, 2020
The case is in an out-of-state visitor to Summit County, a male in his 30s
Contact: Deanna Herbert, 303-691-7870
DENVER (March 5, 2020): The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has reported that the state laboratory has a positive test result for COVID-19 today. The case presented itself in a male in hi...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: February 28, 2020
State and local health departments say the risk to the general public is low for novel coronavirus in Colorado
Contact: Amy Wineland, Public Health Director, 970-668-9195
SUMMIT COUNTY, CO – With recent cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) reported in several countries, including the United States, Summit County Public Health officials are watchfu...
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Posted on: February 24, 2020
Local officials are seeking community feedback on an update to the Summit County Hazard Mitigation Plan
Contact: Brian Bovaird, Emergency Management Director, 970-668-2999
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County is seeking public input on the updated Summit County Hazard Mitigation Plan. The plan assesses the risks posed by natural and man-made hazards and i...
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Posted on: February 24, 2020
Local public health officials are working with CDPHE in ongoing local investigation
Contact: Sara Lopez, Nursing Manager, Summit County Public Health, 970-668-9709
SUMMIT COUNTY— Summit County Public Health, in collaboration with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, is continuing its response to an outbreak ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: February 5, 2020
Local public health officials are working with CDPHE in ongoing local investigation
Contact: Sara Lopez, Nursing Manager, Summit County Public Health, 970-668-9709
SUMMIT COUNTY— Summit County Public Health and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) are working together to investigate a small cluster of...
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Posted on: January 17, 2020
Regional fiber network will provide secure, high-speed access to critical community anchors across 10 Colorado counties
Contact: Sarah Vaine, Assistant County Manager: 970-668-4006
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County and the Northwest Colorado Council of Governments are excited to announce the local launch of Project THOR, a regional high-speed broadband access project....
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Summit County Government
Posted on: January 17, 2020
The County protected 136 acres of new open space and conducted unprecedented avalanche debris cleanup
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SUMMMIT COUNTY – 2019 proved to be a productive and exciting year for the Summit County Open Space and Trails Department, ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: January 2, 2020
New taxes on nicotine products fund prevention and cessation services in mountain communities
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SUMMIT COUNTY – Quitting nicotine is among the most common New Year’s resolutions. And in many of Colorado's mountain communitie...
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Posted on: December 30, 2019
Vendors selling cigarettes, vaping devices and other products in Summit County must comply with new local regulations
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SUMMIT COUNTY – Retail sales of tobacco and nicotine products, including cigarettes and vaping devices, are subject to a new local tax effective Jan...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: November 1, 2019
Ballot Measure 1B would continue the existing mill levy for open space and trails
Contact: Julie Sutor, Director of Communications, 970-453-3498
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Open Space Advisory Council unanimously approved a resolution to encourage voter support of Measure 1B, which would continue existing funding for ope...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: November 1, 2019
Summit County encourages commercial property owners and contractors to learn about this opportunity to finance energy-saving building improvements and renewable energy installations
Contact: Kate Berg, Senior Planner, 970-668-4204
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County is hosting a workshop for contractors and commercial property owners to learn about a program to finance energy efficiency and renewable energy projects. The workshop ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 29, 2019
All active registered voters automatically receive mail ballots; Election Day is Nov. 5
Contact: Kathy Neel, Summit County Clerk & Recorder, 970-453-3471
SUMMIT COUNTY – Early voting is underway in Summit County for the 2019 Coordinated Election. The Summit County Clerk & Recorder is encouraging voters to complete their ball...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 22, 2019
Summit County acts in concert with White River National Forest
Contact: Thomas Davidson, Chair, Board of County Commissioners, 970-333-9817
SUMMIT COUNTY – In conjunction with the Dillon Ranger District of the White River National Forest, the Board of County Commissioners has lifted Stage 1 fire restrictions...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: October 15, 2019
Project partners unveil restored river valley, reclaimed from dredge mining
Contact: Jason Lederer, Summit County Open Space & Trails, 970-668-4213
Summit County – More than a century after dredge boats destroyed and abandoned the Swan River, Summit County officially opened the first segment of the newly revived stre...
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Posted on: October 7, 2019
New trail provides connection between Silverthorne, Wildernest and Mesa Cortina
Contact: Michael Wurzel, Summit County Open Space & Trails, 970-668-4065
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County residents and visitors can take advantage of a new trail, thanks to a partnership among Summit County, the Town of Silverthorne and Rocky M...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 30, 2019
Construction will require extended full closure of Summit Drive
Contact: Tom Gosiorowski, Summit County Public Works Director, 970-668-4202
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Road & Bridge has begun work on the Soda Creek culvert replacement project in Summit Cove. Crews will remove several side-by-side aging ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 30, 2019
BOCC encourages residents to utilize community resources to resolve conflicts in constructive ways
Contact: County Commissioner Karn Stiegelmeier, 970-471-2298
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Board of Commissioners has proclaimed October 2019 to be Conflict Resolution Month in Summit County. In doing so, Summit County joins with in...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: September 20, 2019
All active registered voters automatically receive mail ballots; Election Day is Nov. 5
Contact: Kathy Neel, Summit County Clerk & Recorder, 970-453-3471
SUMMIT COUNTY – Election Day is less than two months away, and the Summit County Clerk & Recorder's Office is encouraging all citizens to participate in the election proces...
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Posted on: September 6, 2019
Local governments will evaluate new authorities related to Summit County's minimum wage
Contact: Scott Vargo, County Manager, 970-453-3404
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County government announced that it will convene and facilitate a Summit County Minimum Wage Work Group. Participants will include the County and the towns of Blue River, B...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: August 22, 2019
Warm, dry weather has elevated fire danger in Summit County
Contact: Thomas Davidson, County Commissioner, 970-333-9817
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Board of County Commissioners adopted a resolution Thursday morning to enact Stage 1 fire restrictions, in recognition of warm, dry weather that has elevated fire dan...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: August 16, 2019
One ballot question would place a local tax on tobacco and vaping products; the second would continue the existing mill levy for open space and trails
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SUMMIT COUNTY – The Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously in favor of two resolutions to place measures on Summit Coun...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: August 8, 2019
Dillon Reservoir Recreation Committee and Summit County are seeking community input on the capacity of popular local recreation resources
Contact: Jason Lederer, Summit County Open Space & Trails, 970-668-4213
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County and the Dillon Reservoir Recreation Committee (DRReC) are conducting a capacity analysis of Dillon Reservoir Recreation Area (DRRA) and the ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: July 23, 2019
Work will include enhanced shoulders, pathway widening, signage, pavement markings and bike/pedestrian crossings
Contact: Jason Lederer, Summit County Open Space & Trails, 970-668-4213
SUMMIT COUNTY – Starting this week, Summit County will begin work on improvements to the Swan Mountain Road Recreational Pathway. The projects will take place at both end...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: July 19, 2019
A fuels reduction project will begin July 22, improving community safety and forest health
Contact: Michael Wurzel, 970-668-4065
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Open Space & Trails will begin a wildfire fuels reduction project on the Wildernest – Mesa Cortina Open Space on Monday, July 22, in partnership with the Colorado S...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: July 3, 2019
Peak runoff in local rivers and streams may pose swift-water hazards and flooding throughout the holiday weekend
Contact: Brian Bovaird, Emergency Management Director: 970-423-8912
SUMMIT COUNTY – Peak runoff in many local rivers and streams is taking place about one month later than usual this year, coinciding with Independence Day festivities. Summit Coun...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: June 21, 2019
Avalanche debris removal complete north of Copper Mountain; work to continue south of the resort
Contact: Julie Sutor, Director of Communications, 970-409-9461
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County has completed avalanche debris removal on the Tenmile Canyon Recreational Pathway between Frisco and Copper Mountain. This segment of the Recpath is proj...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: June 20, 2019
Bicycle commuters can take advantage of free breakfast, prize drawings and after-work festivities
Contact: Michael Wurzel, Open Space & Trails, 970-668-4065
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County and the Physical Activity and Nutrition Team of the Summit (PANTS) invite the community to participate in the 2019 Bike to Work Day on Wednesday, June 26...
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Posted on: June 14, 2019
Free program helps residents and property owners create defensible space to protect homes from wildfire
Contact: Dan Schroder, Summit County CSU Extension: 970-668-4140
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County is kicking off the 2019 Summit County Chipping Program on Monday, June 17. The free, award-winning program, now in its sixth year, helps residents and ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: June 13, 2019
High water levels can pose hazards for property owners, boaters, children and pets
Contacts: Brian Bovaird, Emergency Management Director: 970-423-8912; Erin Opsahl, Summit County Sheriff's Office: 970-423-8901
SUMMIT COUNTY – With river flows on the rise, Summit County encourages residents and visitors to be mindful of high wa...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: June 12, 2019
Vail Pass Recreational Pathway is fully cleared and open to the public
For Immediate Release: June 12, 2019
Contact: Jason Lederer, Summit County Open Space & Trails: 970-668-4213
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County has received the go-ahead from Colorado Avalanche Information Center to begin removing avalanche debris ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: June 11, 2019
Peak One Drive will be closed for construction June 17 through early November
Contact: Robert Jacobs, Road & Bridge Director: 970-668-4212
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Road & Bridge Department is switching into warm-weather mode, with several road improvements and maintenance projects on the...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 30, 2019
Emergency response agencies will participate in a simulated hazardous materials release in the upper Snake River Basin
Contact: Brian Bovaird, Director, Summit County Emergency Management, 970-485-5339
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Office of Emergency Management and several partner organizations are conducting a full-scale hazardous-materials respon...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 24, 2019
Local public health officials are working with CDPHE in ongoing investigation
Contact: Sara Lopez, Nursing Manager, Summit County Public Health: 970-668-9709
SUMMIT COUNTY— Summit County Public Health and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) are working together to investigate a small cluster of...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 10, 2019
A new exhibit in the Summit County Commons showcases local artists through August
Contact: Karen LeCocq Bailey, Art Forum Program Assistant, 970-668-4205
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Art Forum has a new exhibit at the Summit County Commons, showcasing the work of local artists. "Bloom: To Flourish or Thrive&...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 8, 2019
Free drop-off event for electronics, household hazardous waste, textiles and pharmaceuticals takes place on Countywide Cleanup Day
Contacts:
- Aaron Byrne, Summit County Resource Allocation Park (SCRAP): 970-468-9263
- Lisa Hueneke, High Country Conservation Center: 970-668-5703
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County will hold its free annual recycling event in concert with Count...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: May 1, 2019
The Summit County Assessor's Office sent out biannual notices of valuation to property owners on May 1
Contact: Frank Celico, Summit County Assessor: 970-453-3480
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Assessor’s Office mailed out notices of valuation to all property owners on Wednesday, May 1. Colorado law requires that all county assessors ...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 26, 2019
Most sections of the paved Summit County Recreational Pathway System are plowed, swept and open to users
Contact: Jason Lederer, Summit County Open Space & Trails: 970-668-4213
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Recreational Pathway System (Recpath) is now open for the 2019 season. With the exception of the Tenmile Canyon section, betwe...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 24, 2019
Class 1 electric-assist bicycles will be permitted on the Summit County Recreational Pathway System
Contact: Michael Wurzel, Resource Specialist, Summit County Open Space & Trails: 970-668-4204
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Board of Commissioners voted to allow Class 1 electric-assisted bicycles (e-bikes) on the Summit County Recreation...
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Posted on: April 23, 2019
County sets goals and strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Contact: Kate Berg, Senior Planner, 970-668-4204
SUMMIT COUNTY – The Summit County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution on Tuesday, April 23, adopting the Summit Community Climate Action Plan (CAP), which sets goals to reduce g...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 5, 2019
Planned consolidation of emergency medical services aims to increase efficiency of ambulance operations
Contacts: Steve Lipsher, Community Resource Officer, 970-262-5100, ext. 125Sarah Vaine, Assistant County Manager, 970-668-4006
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Ambulance Service and Summit Fire & EMS will merge into a single organizatio...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 5, 2019
Summit County is bringing together statewide veterans’ resources for local event
Contacts:Duane Dailey, Summit County Veterans Service Officer: 970-725-3122 Janet Wolfson, Summit County Economic Security Programs Manager: 970-668-9160
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County is hosting a Veterans Resource Fair and Town Hall on...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: April 5, 2019
Construction of the Fremont Pass Recpath segment near Copper Mountain is rescheduled for 2020
Contact: Jason Lederer, Summit County Open Space & Trails: 970-668-4213
SUMMIT COUNTY – As a result of damage caused by recent large avalanches along the Fremont Pass Recpath project alignment, construction of the three-mile-long segment bypa...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: March 22, 2019
STR permitting and complaint management system is now live for properties in unincorporated Summit County
Contact: Danelle Hood, Planning Technician: 970-668-4185,
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County has launched a new online permitting system for short-term vacation rental properties in unincorporated Summit County, together with a complaint hot...
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Summit County Government
Posted on: March 12, 2019
Up to 50 private well owners can receive a 50-percent discount on drinking water quality tests
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Dan Hendershott, Environmental Health Manager: 970-668-4073
SUMMIT COUNTY – Summit County Public Health announced the launch of the 50x50 Spring Sipping Special, offering private well owners a 50-percent discount on water quality testing ...
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