The City of Salida

Salida Siding Trail Project Public Meeting(0)

The City of Salida invites you to a public meeting February 9th, 2012 at 5:30 pm at the Salida SteamPlant to discuss the Salida Siding Trail Project and the River Corridors Initiative Project grant with Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO). The project and grant process will be described, a power point presentation will show the project in detail and plenty of time will be available for questions and input.

Road Closure(0)

Pridemore Construction will have G St from Third St to Fourth St closed from February 1st-February 2nd for construction on a new sewer service line. If any concerns arise please call Public Works at 719-539-6257. Thank you for your patiences.

Wastewater Treatment Plant Update(6)

Wastewater Treatment Plant construction began September 28, 2011 with mobilization, excavation and demolition of old equipment. During the last four months, 40,000 yards of earth have been removed from the site and stored on property owned by Larry Hughes to use for future backfilling around the new treatment system.

Sewer Slip Lining Project(0)

The Public Works Department would like to take this time and inform our residents of a Sanitary Sewer Project taking placing within our community.

Centennial Park Master Planners Seek Public Input(0)

The City of Salida will present the Draft Centennial Park Master Plan during an open house to be held at 5:30 p.m. January 26 in the SteamPlant Annex; 220 W. Sackett. Public comment will be accepted following the presentation.

City Announces New Deputy City Clerk(0)

Audrey Gilpin has been selected to serve as the new Deputy City Clerk for the City of Salida, Interim City Administrator Dara MacDonald announced Friday. Starting with the City in November 2011, Gilpin has served as the administrative assistant as well as acting deputy city clerk. Previously, Gilpin was a reporter for The Mountain Mail.

Chief Gives Winter Driving Tips(0)

Greetings from the Salida Police Department. We have been busy for the first part of winter. Since I last wrote an article, the weather has certainly changed. I want to talk about winter driving tips and safety measures.

Job Opening for Accountant I(0)

The City has a full-time job opportunity for a detail-oriented accountant with strong customer service skills. This position is in charge of accounts payable; processes payments, general ledger entries and financial reports; reconciles accounts; maintains records and assists with a variety of accounting and administrative duties; acts at Deputy Registrar for southern Chaffee County, issuing birth and death certificates; assists customers at City Hall.

Tips for Frozen Meters(0)

The one common factor that we have found that causes meters to freeze is the lack of use. This can happen if a property owner is gone for a length of time. The longer someone is gone, the more likely that the water meter will freeze.

Recreation and Aquatics Job Opening(0)

Posted on January 4, 2012 City of Salida Recreation seeks an enthusiastic, self-directed individual for the position of Front Desk Coordinator. Responsibilities include serving as the initial contact for the Aquatics Center, opening and closing of the facility, daily cash banks and deposits and supervision of staff. Up to 25 hours/week. Starting salary is $13.69/hour. [...]

Local Participation Leads to Change(0)

The most common question I get asked is, “Why did you want to be Mayor?” It’s not a simple question to answer at first, but with a little rumination, I realized I ran for Mayor because I learned that a person could most affect their world when they participate at the local level.

Salida Celebrates Change and Success in 2011(0)

The citizens of Salida have much to celebrate this holiday season. Despite the sluggish economy, the City has continued to provide a high level of basic services and to complete a number of exciting projects and improvements around the City in 2011.

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  • Music and Dance this week

    Join us for the Creative Mixer and BV Contra Dance.

  • Central Colorado Humanists present annual Darwin Day Celebration

    February 12, 2012 from 2-4 PM at the Salida Community Center, corner of F and Third Streets in Salida. Scott Adams, Ellen Bauder, PhD and Dr Michael Forman will discuss evolution, plant ecology and Mr Darwin. Eat your cake and enjoy Darwin too.

  • Rocketman Jimmy Descant Instant Art Event

    One piece of sculpture built before your eyes, music, painting, and food. Steamplant theatre, Salida Colorado.  February 9, 2012.  Doors open at 6, event from 7-9pm. Don’t Miss It.

  • AVHR Open Skate and Bake Sale

    Chaffee County’s only roller derby league, The Ark Valley High Rollers, will be hosting their 2nd annual Valentine’s Day fundraiser to support and fund future bouts. It is an open skate and bake sale fundraiser at the Chaffee County Fairgrounds on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012. The fun kicks off at 1:00 PM at The Fairgrounds.

  • CMC offers Introduction to Natural History

    Maggie Gaddis sent us a note this morning. Registration for her 3 credit CMC course Introduction to Natural History closes tomorrow. What a great way to increase your knowledge of your Rocky Mountain home.

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