From the City
City files suit to stabilize the Unique Theater(2)
The City of Salida today filed suit in District Court to gain unobstructed access to the Unique Theater to perform the long awaited stabilization of the building.
Public Works helps you monitor your water use(0)
Public Works will check out water monitors so that you can monitor your usage.These monitors mount magnetically to your refrigerator and tell you how much water you are using at that moment. Ever wonder how much water is being used when your sprinkler system runs, or how much water is being used by your teenage daughter taking those long showers?
“If I were Mayor” Contest(0)
In an effort to educate the general community about the importance of Colorado’s cities and towns, The Colorado Municipal League (CML), to which the City is a member, is sponsoring “If I were Mayor” essay contest for 7th and 8th graders.
Public Works Shares Winter Precautions(0)
The cold weather has increased our calls regarding both frozen meters and pipes. It is important that as the temperatures drop below zero that if you have had a history of freeze ups or are going to be absent from your home for extended periods of time that you plan for these cold spells.
Increased Risk of Frozen Water Meters(0)
The City of Salida public works department is offering guidelines for water customers concerned about frozen meters.
Re-Writing the Municipal Code(0)
The City has begun a project to re-write the Salida Municipal Code. The primary goals of this project are two-fold – increase the relevance of the code by removing obsolete regulations and improve the city’s operating efficiency.
SPD and CBI complete investigation into excessive force allegations(1)
The Salida Police Department and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) have concluded their investigation of two Salida officers concerning allegations of using excessive force and failure to report. The original report date was December 2, 2010.
Salida Celebrates Successes in 2010(1)
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 2010. City staff would like to take a few moments to list some of these projects and remind citizens that this community is still moving forward in a positive direction.
City Avoids Budget Shortfall(1)
Earlier this year, we expected a shortfall for 2010. Budget work sessions for 2011 led off with similar concerns. Recently, we discussed how much reserves will increase and future resources will be freed up after final a debt payment next year.
Get Active in 2011(0)
Did you know the average person gains 7 to 10 pounds during the holiday season? There are tricks to avoiding this unwanted gain; don’t go to social engagements on an empty stomach, drink plenty of water, don’t forget those fruits and vegetables, and make time to keep up your physical activity. Resist that after meal nap and opt for a 15 minute walk to stimulate your digestion and to help alleviate that full feeling.
Headline in Mountain Mail misleading(3)
The headline in the Mountain Mail on Wednesday December 8th was inaccurate and misleading regarding the City’s position on the abatement of the unsafe condition of the Unique Theater.
Unique Theater Stabilization(1)
The City of Salida has entered into a construction agreement with Diesslin Structures, Inc. (“DSI”) for stabilization of the Unique Theater. Work is expected to begin as early as December 7, 2010 and will last approximately 4 weeks.
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