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Durango City Council appoints interim attorney

given greenlight to search for long-term replacement following executive session Thursday

October 21, 2022

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Durango city attorney resigns, effective immediately

Councilors schedule executive session to discuss interim and long-term replacements

October 20, 2022

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ACLU warns city, county against criminalizing homelessness

‘We are deeply discouraged that history appears to be repeating itself in Durango,’ letter says

September 28, 2022

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Dozens of new bike racks being installed across Durango

Bicycle security is meant to promote active transportation

September 23, 2022

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Where will homeless campers go once Purple Cliffs closes?

of Durango and La Plata County look for options less than two weeks ahead of self-imposed closing

September 20, 2022

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Durango revs up to explore phase-in to electric vehicles

consumed 275,051 gallons of fuel last year

September 14, 2022

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Durango man files lawsuit against city after being denied financial records

Simpson sought documents in connection with lodgers tax collections

September 10, 2022

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Durango’s assistant city manager among speakers at economic summit

appointee Erin Hyder said she brings focus on team building

September 9, 2022

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Durango residents demand action ahead of Purple Cliffs closure

Council says one site location has been proposed to La Plata County, others being considered

September 7, 2022

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The train whistle, Durango’s signature sound, is iconic to some, earsplitting to others

residents say it’s gotten louder; railroad is following federal regulations

September 3, 2022

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Durango to explore pipeline from Lake Nighthorse to Terminal Reservoir

will look at logistics, costs to support city water supply

September 2, 2022

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Study seeks answers, solutions to downtown Durango parking woes

the city need higher meter fees, better public transportation, a parking garage – or none of the above?

August 29, 2022

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City of Durango to spend estimated $55,000 asking voters to keep excess lodgers tax

ballot measure fails, residents will receive about $218 in utility bill credits

August 25, 2022

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City of Durango plans to extend no parking zones on East Third Avenue to improve safety

visibility and speed monitoring expected to reduce crash rates on the Boulevard

August 16, 2022

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Durango’s new utilities manager went to West Point and studied Eastern philosophy

Elkins wants to understand why things are the way they are before making changes

July 30, 2022

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Temporary signs approved during pandemic in Durango must now be removed

gives businesses, residents a few weeks to comply before enforcement ensues

July 30, 2022

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‘Lease-to-own’ finance plan best option for River City Hall, says Durango fire chief

Council, DFPD explore financing options that avoid TABOR restrictions

July 28, 2022

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Durango’s storied history with homelessness: Can we become a ‘model community’?

Imminent closing of Purple Cliffs renews a complex history of unhoused camping, community action

July 16, 2022

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Pickleball needs a home. Durango has identified two possible locations

Sports Complex and Schneider Park are being considered

July 16, 2022

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Durango ranked No. 1 most loved Colorado destination in 2021, data analysis says

Software that monitors positive and negative feedback on digital media sites shows tourists are happy with their visits

July 13, 2022

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Durango, fire district strike deal to explore using River City Hall site for new fire station

Chief Hal Doughty cautiously optimistic about agreement with city

July 8, 2022

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Federal grants to aid Durango-La Plata County Airport redesign

Millions will pay for runway and terminal improvements

July 7, 2022

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Durango business group upset Camino underpass may be delayed

Project would connect Animas River Trail with downtown corridor

July 4, 2022

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La Plata County, city of Durango discuss Sept. 30 closure of Purple Cliffs homeless camp

Government officials will work on expedited schedule to identify one or more locations for managed camps

June 30, 2022