Community Update
October 7, 2022
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Greetings!
Routt County is excited to continue our partnership with Steamboat Creates to identify, select and install public art that will decorate the interior of the new Health and Human Services Building at Oak Street and 6th Street in downtown Steamboat Springs. We are now inviting artists to submit proposals for artwork with a theme of “Being Human.”
Find the RFP and all details on the Steamboat Creates website. Proposals are due October 20, 2022 by midnight. A curatorial committee composed of a diverse and representative group of community members, arts professionals, government and creative district committee members will review all proposals. Selected artwork should be ready for installation by mid-April.
Contact Julie Kennedy, Routt County Purchasing Manager, at 970-870-5316 or
Kim Keith, Steamboat Creates Executive Director, at 970-879-9008 with any questions.
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Household Hazardous Waste Drop off Event: Routt County Environmental Health is hosting a Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off event on October 8 from 8:00 am-12:00 pm in the Steamboat Springs Middle School parking lot. Find all details on the event advisory and the cost list online. Contact the Environmental Health Department at 970-870-5403 if you have any questions.
YVSC Routt County Commissioner Candidate Sustainability Forum: Yampa Valley Sustainability Council's Monthly Community Meeting on Wednesday, October 19 from 1-2 p.m. will feature the Routt County Commissioner Candidate Sustainability Forum. Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear the Routt County Commissioner Candidates respond to questions about environment and sustainability issues. The Sustainability Forum is a Q&A with Commissioner Candidates, Sonja Macys and Kathi Meyer. YVSC will be soliciting questions from partners and community members through October 14. If you have an environmental or sustainability question you would like the Commissioner Candidates to respond to, please send them to [email protected]. To join the Forum, please register here. You must be registered to attend. This meeting will also be recorded and made public.
Are you signed up for Routt County Alerts? Get alerted about emergencies and other important community news by signing up for Routt County Alerts. This system enables us to provide you with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, such as severe weather, unexpected road closures, missing persons and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods. Sign up now at RouttCountyAlerts.com.
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Vaccine Bus Returns to Routt County: The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) Vaccine Bus returns to Routt County to provide free flu and COVID-19 vaccinations for the community. Vaccines are free, and no ID or insurance needed. If you are getting a follow-up dose, please bring your CDC vaccine card. Registration recommended, but not required:
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October 13, 10:00 am-6:00 pm – Routt County Fair Grounds, 398 S. Poplar St., Hayden, CO 81639 Register online
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October 14, 10:00 am-6:00 pm – Walmart Parking Lot, 1805 Central Park Drive Register online
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October 16, 10:00 am-6:00 pm – Walmart Parking Lot, 1805 Central Park Drive Register online
As we approach flu season how do I make sure I am protected? One of the most important steps in flu protection is getting your annual flu vaccine. Routt County Public Health is offering flu vaccines again this year. The vaccine cost is $40 per dose. Appointments are being offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00-3:00 pm. Please click here to schedule an appointment with Routt County Public Health. You may also call us at (970) 870-5341 to schedule over the phone.
Please remember that it remains important to stay home if you are sick, distance yourself from others who are sick, cover your coughs and sneezes, wash your hands frequently, and avoid touching your face and mouth. It is also important to disinfect high-touch surfaces regularly. Please contact your primary care provider if you have any questions or concerns about influenza or the annual flu vaccine. For more information on flu prevention please visit cdc.gov/flu/prevent/prevention.htm.
Monkeypox Virus (MPV) Update: People who have been recently exposed to the Monkeypox Virus (MPV), or are at high risk for exposure, should get an FDA approved vaccine called Jynneos. Routt County currently has a limited supply of the vaccine from the federal government. Due to the limited availability, Routt County Public Health is asking individuals to complete a screening form if they are interested in MPV vaccination. The screening form will be used to contact individuals that are eligible for vaccination and does not guarantee an appointment.
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The Routt County Treasurer’s office will be conducting the Annual Tax Lien sale on October 28, 2022. This sale will be for unpaid 2021 Real Property, Mobile Homes and Minerals. A complete list of tax liens available for sale will be available in September in the Routt County Treasurer's Office or online at Official Tax Lien Auction Site. The Routt County Tax Lien Sale is an online auction. To bid on properties you MUST register at Official Tax Lien Auction Site.
Online registration for interested bidders must be completed at routt.coloradotaxsale.com. Registration will be available through Friday, October 21 at 2:00 pm. Registration must include bank information as payment for tax liens is by ACH ONLY. The interest rate for the online tax lien sale will be published in September. Successful bidders at the online sale pay the total advertised price (which includes the delinquent tax, interest, advertising fee and a $16 certificate fee), as well as a premium bid.
Questions regarding the online sale should be directed to Realauction at 877-361-7325 or Emailed Customer Service. Any questions regarding the tax sale process or the property taxes being sold should be directed to the Routt County Treasurer's Office at 970-870-5555.
All potential bidders must register before the sale date. Registration will include the completion of an IRS required W-9 form, as well as acceptance of a User Agreement. Final payments will be made by ACH (electronic check). We encourage you to register as soon as the delinquent property list is available so that you have time to do research and make a determination of your bid.
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Upcoming Job Fair: Come chat with Routt County representatives at the Yampa Valley Job Fair on Tuesday, October 18 from 10:00 am-2:00 pm at Colorado Mountain College in the Allbright Auditorium. We look forward to chatting with job seekers about the exciting opportunities we have at Routt County!
Full Time Job Openings:
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Deputy Clerk – Recording & Motor Vehicle - $20.00-$27.06/hr - Full Benefits
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Human Services Program Specialist - $20.00 - $23.53/hr – Full Benefits
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Planning – Office Technician - $22.65 - $30.64/hr – Full Benefits
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YVRA OSS Officer - $22.69 - $25.90/hr – Full Benefits
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Public Safety Dispatcher I - $24.75 - $26.65/hr - Full Benefits
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Detention Deputy – $32.50 - $38.24/hr – Full Benefits
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Human Services - Case Aide - $20.00 - $21.41/hr - Full Benefits
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Patrol Sergeant - $44.97 - $52.91/hr - Full Benefits
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R&B Motor Pool/Heavy Equipment Mechanic - $26.41 - $31.06/hr - Full Benefits
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YVRA Equipment Operations Tech - $22.40 - $23.98/hr – Full Benefits
Part-Time Job Openings:
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Human Services Program Specialist – Fatherhood Program - $20.00 - $24.94/hr – Some Benefits
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YVRA – PT/YR Operations-Safety-Security Officer - $22.69 - $25.90/hr – Benefits Available: Sick Time & Worker’s Compensation
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YVRA – PT/YR Passenger Services Rep - $20.00/hr – Benefits Available: Sick Time & Worker’s Compensation
Seasonal/Temporary Job Openings:
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Seasonal YVRA Security Guard (Four Positions Available) - $20.00/hr – Benefits Available: Sick Time & Worker’s Compensation
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Seasonal YVRA Food Service Server (Two Positions Available) - $14.00/hr + Tips – Benefits Available: Sick Time & Worker’s Compensation
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Seasonal YVRA Food Service Busser (Two Positions Available) - $14.00/hr + Tips – Benefits Available: Sick Time & Worker’s Compensation
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Seasonal YVRA Food Service Kitchen Assistant (Two Positions Available) - $20.00/hr – Benefits Available: Sick Time & Worker’s Compensation
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Temporary YVRA Food Service Cook - $20.00/hr – Benefits Available: Sick Time & Worker’s Compensation
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Temporary YVRA Food Service Counter Attendant (Five Positions Available) - $14.00/hr + Tips – Benefits Available: Sick Time & Worker’s Compensation
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Temporary YVRA Janitorial Service Worker (Four Positions Available) - $20.00/hr – Benefits Available: Sick Time & Worker’s Compensation
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Temporary YVRA Building and Grounds Maintenance Tech: $22.49 – Benefits Available: Sick Time & Worker’s Compensation
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Temporary YVRA Equipment Operations Tech: $22.40 – Benefits Available: Sick Time & Worker’s Compensation
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Seasonal YVRA Food Service Host/Hostess (Two Positions Available): $14.00/hr + Tips – Benefits Available: Sick Time & Worker’s Compensation
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Sunday, October 9 - Full Hunter's Moon
The full moon of October, which will occur at 4:55 p.m. EDT, 1:55 p.m. PDT, or 20:55 GMT, on Sunday, October 9, is traditionally called the Hunter's Moon, Blood Moon, or Sanguine Moon. The Anishinaabe people of the Great Lakes region call this moon Binaakwe-giizis, the Falling Leaves Moon, or Mshkawji-giizis, the Freezing Moon. The Cree Nation of central Canada calls it Opimuhumowipesim, the Migrating Moon - the month when birds are migrating. The Haudenosaunee (Iroquois / Mohawk) of Eastern North America uses Kentenha, the Time of Poverty Moon. Full moons in October always shine in or near the stars of Cetus and Pisces. Since it's opposite the sun on this day of the lunar month, the full moon will rise at sunset and set at sunrise.
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