By Shannon Lukens.

 

Craig Police officers were involved in a shooting Saturday morning, at 730 Ashley Road in Craig. According to a press release, upon arrival, officers encountered a male with a firearm. Shots were exchanged with the man and law enforcement. That man was struck. Officers provided medical aid until paramedics could arrive and take him to Memorial Regional Hospital. He was later flown to another medical facility. the officer involved has been placed on paid administrative leave. There will be an investigation. No names are being released.

Routt County is inviting the public to hear Xcel Energy’s Just Transition Solicitation Plan. It is to address the acquisition of new utility resources to meet future electricity needs on its system.

This has to do with the closing of the coal-fired facilities in Craig and Hayden in 2028.

The application specifically wants to hear from communities impacted, such as Hayden and Routt County.

Here’s Routt County Commissioner Tim Redmond, who recently asked to speak with local media about the importance of the meetings.

“I would encourage our communities to come out to this meeting. It’s going to be a presentation from the Office of Utility Consumer Advocates, an independent state agency whose sole job is to advocate for utility customers in the state of Colorado and they will give you the best way to go ahead and  have your voice heard. I want to encourage you to come out because I need to hear your voice, too.”

A virtual meeting is Monday, April 28, at 11 a.m. The meeting is at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday in the Routt County Commissioners hearing room in the historic Routt County Courthouse. A third meeting is from 4-6 p.m. Thursday in the Hayden Community Center.

Upcoming Meetings

• 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Monday, April 28 Virtually. Register here
• 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, in the Routt County Commissioners Hearing Room, Historic Routt County Courthouse, 522 Lincoln Ave., Steamboat Springs. Who Should Attend: All local residents, community leaders, and anyone interested in participating in the upcoming public hearings
• 4-6 p.m. Thursday, May 1, in Hayden at the Hayden Community Center, 495 W. Jefferson Ave. Services: Light refreshments and a children’s play area. ASL or Spanish interpretation services can be requested by contacting Holly Bise at 303-894-2024 or holly.bise@state.co.us by Thursday, April 17.

 

• From the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies — Xcel Energy’s Just Transition Plan, Proceeding 24A-0442E
• From the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies — Colorado Public Utilities Commission Announces Upcoming April Public Comment Opportunities
• More on the Story — Routt County Commissioners invite you to give your opinion to the PUC

 

Routt County Commissioners have a work session on Monday. They’ll discuss the 911 fee in Routt County, which is $2.12 charged to every phone line monthly. The Public Utilities Commission is requesting that increase to $4.24 a month. Commissioners will also have a work session on acceptable Wildlife Mitigation Strategies.Agenda

 

The City of Steamboat Springs Water District is replacing water meters that are three years old or older, to minimize water loss. This is only in the city water district and does not include Steamboat II and Mount Werner Water and Sanitation. Keystone Utility Systems will be in touch with property owners to schedule a time and date for the meter exchange. It should take about an hour. Replacement starts April 28, the week after spring break. It is mandatory and it is free.

More on the Story — Water meters older than three years are being replaced

 

  

Volunteers are needed for the United Way Day of Caring. It’s May 9 in Moffat County and May 21 in Routt County. Sign up and find out more at UnitedWayoftheyampaValley.org

• Moffat County Link to Volunteer
• Routt County Link to Volunteer

 

 

Check out what’s happening in the Yampa Valley on the Community Calendar on our website.

 

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