Saguache County Department of Social Services is now accepting proposals for the contract of Department Attorney. Position includes review and presentation of department cases to judicial court, any matters consequential or incidental to cases and appeals. This includes counseling and advising staff and Director on child welfare, abuse or neglect, child support enforcement and adult protection cases, attendance to staff meetings, and possible conferences or training as appropriate and agreed upon. Send resume and proposal to Saguache County Social Services, PO Box 215, Saguache, CO 81149 no later than July 24, 2020. Saguache is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Service Provider.

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Saguache County Department of Social Services is now accepting applications for the position of Income Maintenance Technician. Position determines eligibility and benefit delivery for Medicaid, Food assistance, Colorado Works, and other income assistance programs. No degree or specialized training necessary, but includes a great opportunity for State training. Bilingual ability is preferred and given consideration, but not required. Starting salary is minimum $26,000 per year and full benefits, depending on experience. Applications and complete job descriptions are available at 605 Christy Ave., Saguache, Colorado, by visiting the Saguache County website at Saguache County.net or by calling (719) 655-2537 and requesting one be mailed. Completed applications must be received by Saguache County Social Services no later than 4:00 pm. on July 24, 2020. Saguache is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

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Saguache County is currently accepting proposals for the Saguache County 2020 Fiscal Year audit.  The ideal firm or individual will have extensive knowledge and experience related to conducting governmental audits in accordance with generally accepted accounting and auditing standards, and preparing financial statements that conform to all state, federal and industry guidelines.  

All interested parties should submit a letter of interest and a proposal for services by November 6, 2020 at 3:00 PM to: Saguache County Administration office.  For additional information contact Saguache County Administration at 719-655-2231 or .

The Saguache County Land Use Office is accepting applications for a full time Saguache County Code Enforcement Officer.  Applicants must have a valid Colorado Divers License, must pass a criminal background check as well as a pre-employment drug test. 

Applications will be accepted until filled.

Applications and job descriptions may be found on www.saguachecounty.net or may be emailed to you, please contact April Quintana at 719-655-2231

Saguache County is an equal opportunity employer.

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Click here to see Fund Balances 2012 thru 5/31/2020

Saguache County Sales Tax Grants now available!

The Saguache County Board of Commissioners will be taking Grant Applications for

Saguache County Sales Tax Grants until 3:00PM, Friday, August 14, 2020.

To be eligible grant applications must be for either:  Emergency Services/Public Health

and Safety; Youth and Senior programs, projects, or organizations; or Renewable Energy projects/Business Opportunities and Job Creation.

Grant applications are available on our website at saguachecounty.net/administration –

see “sales tax grant applicationform5” or you can contact the Saguache County

Administration office at 719-655-2231 to request a copy of the grant application.

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Saguache Crescent – please publish through the week of August 10, 2020.

Valley Publishing – please publish through the week of August 10, 2020.

Gunnison Country Times – please publish through the week of August 10, 2020.

Crestone Eagle – please publish in the July and August 2020 issues and on the website if possible.

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Job Title: Director of Public Health, Saguache County

Effective:  2020

Saguache County, Colorado, is seeking to fill the position of Public Health Director. The position requires a master’s degree in a public health discipline; a nurse candidate shall be licensed to practice in Colorado within six months of hire; OR, similar experience to a nurse with exemplary history and at least two years of administrative experience in public health, and willing to seek additional public health education and experience within five years of hire. A complete job description and qualifications are available online at: http://www.saguachecounty-co.gov. 

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Saguache County is a drug-free workplace.

All inquiries should be directed to: Saguache County Administration. E-mail: phone: 719-655-2231, fax 719-655-2635. Applicants must submit a job application, cover letter, and a resume. Resumes must not exceed three pages in length. The job application is available online at http://www.saguachecounty-co.gov/administration-home. Submit cover letter, job application, and resume to the following address:

Saguache County Administration

P.O. Box 100

Saguache, CO 81149

Faxed and emailed applications are accepted

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The Saguache County Board of Commissioners is soliciting public proposals to spend

Forest Service Title III funds for any projects that will be used for projects that adjoin\s

the US Federal Property. Written proposals must be received by 3PM on MONDAY, July

27, 2020. 

Written project request must be submitted to the Saguache County Administration office

505 3^rd Street or emailed to , or can be mailed to PO Box

100, Saguache, CO 81149.  The deadline for submittal is MONDAY, July 27, 2020 at 3PM.

Notice 

There will be NO credit card transactions taken

through the Saguache County Treasurers' Office

from June 29th- July 13th as the office will be

undergoing a software conversion. Thank you.

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing at the Saguache County

Road & Bridge meeting room located at 305 – 3rd Street, Saguache,

Colorado, on the following date:

                        Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at 2PM

to consider vacating the last portion of Saguache County Road M39, approximately

.27 miles

To view the proposed vacation of the last portion of Saguache County Road M39 please

contact the Saguache County Administration – PO Box 100, Saguache, CO 81149 or

, or by calling 719-655-2231.

Written comments will be accepted until Thursday, July 2, 2020 and may be sent to

Saguache County Administration at PO Box 100, Saguache, CO 81149 or email to

. 

By: Jason Anderson, Chairman

Chairman, Saguache County Board of Commissioners

NOTICE 

Saguache County Treasurers' Office will be closed

on Monday, June 22nd – June 25th so that staff may 

attend software training. Normal Business will resume

on Friday, June 26th. Please keep in mind that you

may utilizing the ballot drop box located in the south parking lot of the courthouse, mail, credit 

card or e-check Thank you.

MAY 15th 2020

This Public Health Safer-at-Home Plan is being issued to continue to limit the health impacts of COVID-19. This Plan implements measures to allow Limited re-opening of certain industries and businesses in Saguache County while maintaining sustainable levels of social distancing. This Plan continues social distancing requirements for all residents and Stay-at-Home requirements for vulnerable populations pursuant to Executive Order D 2020 017. This plan is effective within the entirety of Saguache Co1.U1ty, including all cities and towns within the County.

READ FULL ARTICLE HERE

Dear Business Owners of Saguache County,

With this week’s statewide shift to “Safer-at-Home”, we want to make sure you have all the information you need to navigate this transition safely and successfully. We recognize the vital role that business plays in the health of our community. 

READ FULL ARTICLE HERE

Saguache County Public Health Department has issued a BOIL-WATER ADVISORY, effective immediately, for the Lazy K-V Estates due to a line break resulting in a loss of pressure to the system. Loss of pressure may allow disease-causing organisms to enter the water system. The Lazy K-V Estates needs to boil ALL water used for drinking and cooking - until further notice. No contamination has been detected. This is a precaution while the water quality is tested.  

Bobby Woelz, Director

Saguache County Office of Emergency Management

Updated April 30th, 2020

Saguache County’s Public Health Order is in effect through April 26th.
On April 27, Saguache County will operate under the state's Safer-at-Home executive order and public health orders.

For the State of Colorado's updated orders: 

READ FULL ARTICLE HERE

In an effort to slow the potential spread of COVID-19 in our community, Saguache County government will have limited access to buildings beginning Monday, April 27, 2020.  In an effort to move forward with our job duties, a decision was made to begin integrating the public back into the county sector.  Staff will be providing limited essential services via phone and online avenues. In-person contact for receiving essential services will have limited restrictions during this time. These adjustments to county services and public access will be in place until further notice.  

Read more: UPDATE: SAGUACHE COUNTY GOVERNMENT SERVICES DURING COVID-19

BEGINNING AT 4/21/2020 2:14 PM
SAGUACHE COUNTY HAS A FIRE BAN IN EFFECT

Read/Download full PDF declaration here

Saguache County Veterans Service Office

P.O. Box 325

Saguache, Colorado 81149

The Saguache County Veterans Service Office is here to counsel and assist all military veterans and/or their dependents in providing information on their entitlement to Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits, and prepares and submits benefit claims to the appropriate agency. This office has extensive information on current VA programs and stands ready to help veterans with all services available. Our goal is to personally meet and assist all veterans of the area. Please feel free to call at any time (719-655-2680) during normal business hours 9:00AM - 4:00PM Tuesday - Thursday to schedule an appointment. 

Saguache County is proud to provide the Veterans Service Office for our Veterans

The disaster emergency declared in and for the County of Saguache, Colorado, beginning on March 14, 2020 is in effect until further notice by consent of the BOCC.

Read the Full Article Here:

The Colorado Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has assembled a helpful set of documents to assist small businesses in understanding the stimulus package offerings for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL), as well as a loan support summary and explanation chart from Del Norte Bank here in the San Luis Valley.

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FOURTH AMENDED STANDING PUBLIC HEALTH ORDER RELATING TO NON­RESIDENTS (INCLUDING NON-RESIDENT HOMEOWNERS) AND IMPOSING ISOLATION OR QUARANTINE FOR THOSE WHO TRAVEL OUTSIDE OF SAGUACHE COUNTY.

THIS ORDER SUPERSEDES ANY AND ALL PREVIOUS ORDERS ISSUED BY SAGUACHE COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH. EFFECTIVE APRIL 8th, 2020.

Pursuant to Colo. Rev. Stat.§ 25-1-506 and other applicable authority, this Order sets forth guidance and requirements for, as well as limitations on, group gatherings to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

The purpose of these amendments is to amend and clarify the existing Order in response to inquiries received from elected officials and the public, and to expand protection for At Risk Persons (as defined in this Order). For the avoidance of doubt, this Order should be construed to eliminate all non-essential services or non-essential sales of goods, and should be construed in the light most favorable to preventing the community spread of COVID-19.

On March 10, 2020, the Governor of Colorado declared a state of Emergency related to the presence of COVID-19 in the State. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has confirmed that COVID-19 continues to spread throughout the State of Colorado.

Click here to Read Full Pubic Health Order

Now Available, the San Luis Valley online symptom tracker: www.slvemergency.org/slv-covid-19

Completing this form is anonymous. Most people who get COVID-19 will experience mild symptoms and not require direct medical care; however, the information collected through this form regarding any symptoms helps local public health response teams understand and track the spread of COVID-19 in the San Luis Valley.

READ FULL ARTICLE HERE

March 25, 2020

Dear Saguache County Community Members,

We amended our Public Health Order in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are pleased by the compliance from the residents who are committed to do all they can to slow the spread of this disease.

READ THE FULL ARTICLE

THIRD AMENDED STANDING PUBLIC HEALTH ORDER RELATED TO EVENTS

THIS ORDER SUPSEEDS ANY AND ALL PREVIOUS ORDERS ISSUED BY SAGUACHE COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH.  EFFECTIVE MARCH 24, 2020

Pursuant to Colo. Rev. Stat. § 25-1-506 and other applicable authority, this Order sets forth guidance and requirements for, as well as limitations on, group gatherings to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

The purpose of these amendments is to amend and clarify the existing Order in response to inquiries received from elected officials and the public, and to expand protection for At Risk Persons (as defined in this Order). For the avoidance of doubt, this Order should be construed to eliminate all non-essential services or non-essential sales of goods, and should be construed in the light most favorable to preventing the community spread of COVID-19.

On March 10, 2020, the Governor of Colorado declared a state of Emergency related to the presence of COVID-19 in the State. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has confirmed that COVID-19 continues to spread throughout the State of Colorado.

CLICK/TAP TO READ FULL ARTICLE HERE:

Neighbors & Constituents

There is no true way to alleviate both the anxiety and uncertainty that we find ourselves in. We, as your local government, are asking the same questions as you. We find ourselves considering and taking drastic measures that we never anticipated, and as we

do so, we want to reach out to all the families, individuals, businesses and organizations in the county, from Center to Villa Grove, to let you know that we share your concerns and your fears.

READ FULL MESSAGE HERE

Saguache County Commissioners

Preliminary Meeting Agenda

TUESDAY, March 24, 2020

SAGUACHE COUNTY ROAD AND BRIDGE MEETING ROOM

Read more: Saguache County Commissioners Preliminary Meeting Agenda March 24, 2020

FIRST AMENDED STANDING PUBLIC HEALTH ORDER
RELATED TO EVENTS

Pursuant to Colo. Rev. Stat.§ 25-1-506 and other applicable authority, this Order sets forth guidance and requirements for, as well as limitations on, group gatherings to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

The purpose of these amendments are to amend and clarify the existing Order in response to inquiries received from elected officials and the public, and to expand protection for At Risk Persons (as defined in this Order). For the avoidance of doubt, this Order should be construed to eliminate all non-essential services or sales of goods, and should be construed in the light most favorable to preventing the community spread of COVID-19.

On March 10, 2020, the Governor of Colorado declared a state of Emergency related to the presence of COVID-19 in the State. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has confirmed that COVID-19 continues to spread throughout the State of Colorado.

Read more: Limited Gathering Ordinance -10 People - Amended March 16th

SECOND AMENDED STANDING PUBLIC HEALTH ORDER
RELATED TO EVENTS

Pursuant to Colo. Rev. Stat.§ 25-1-506 and other applicable authority, this Order sets forth guidance and requirements for, as well as limitations on, group gatherings to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

The purpose of these amendments are to amend and clarify the existing Order in response to inquiries received from elected officials and the public, and to expand protection for At Risk Persons (as defined in this Order). For the avoidance of doubt, this Order should be construed to eliminate all non-essential services or sales of goods, and should be construed in the light most favorable to preventing the community spread of COVID-19.

On March 10, 2020, the Governor of Colorado declared a state of Emergency related to the presence of COVID-19 in the State. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has confirmed that COVID-19 continues to spread throughout the State of Colorado.

On March 13, 2020, the President of the United States declared a National Emergency due to COVID-19.

On March 14, 2020, Saguache County declared a Local Disaster Emergency related to COVID-19.

On March 15, 2020, large municipalities across the nation, such as New York City, have announced the closing of all bars and restaurants except for takeout and delivery services.

On March 16, 2020, the Governor of Colorado announced the closing of all bars and restaurants except for takeout and delivery services.

READ FULL ARTICLE HERE

Amended March 19th 

ORDER DECLARING A DISASTER

IN AND FOR SAGUACHE COUNTY, COLORADO

WHEREAS, the Colorado Disaster Emergency Act, Colorado Revised Statutes (C.R.S.) § 24-33.5-701, et seq., provides procedures for statewide and local prevention of, preparation for, response to, and recovery from disasters; and,

Read more: Saguache County Declaring a Disaster

WANTED:  Saguache County Landfill is Hiring for an additional Full Time Attendant.

REQUIREMENTS:  Applicants must fill out and submit an application, must be an experienced front end loader operator and possess a valid driver’s license.  Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and six months or more of relevant experience.  Final candidates applying with Saguache County will be required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.   Pay D.O.E.        

Landfill Attendant is a full time 40 hour per week position – starting at 8:00 A.M. each day Tuesday through Saturday (subject to change)  Those applying must be an experienced front end loader operator, have the ability to do strenuous outdoor physical labor in extreme weather conditions and be able to lift and/or move 20 lbs. to 75 lbs. 

Applications are available at the Saguache County Road and Bridge/Landfill Office 305 3^rd Street, PO Box 476, Saguache, CO  81149 – 719-655-2554 or on the Saguache County website – www.saguachecounty.net under the Landfill Department tab. 

Completed applications can be hand delivered or mailed to Saguache County Road and Bridge/Landfill Office – at the address listed above, sent by email to or faxed to: 719-655-2543.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until a qualified candidate is hired. Saguache County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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The Sheriff's Office has received reports from the 12th Judicial District Jury Commissioner of a recent phone scam. 

Several Saguache County residents have received a calls from an unknown person who indicated that he was with the Sheriff's Office and that there was an Arrest Warrant for the individual for not showing up for Jury Duty. 

The person was told that the bond was $925.00 and that the person needed to pay the amount in the form of a cashiers check. The caller gave a phone number to confirm the Warrant and it was eventually routed to the Conejos County Sheriff's Office. 

The Jury Commissioner and the Saguache County along with the Conejos County Sheriff's Office wants citizens to know that this is a scam. DO NOT pay/send any money! 

if the Jury Commissioner requires your presence in Court, you will receive a Jury Notice by mail or will be served personally by a Sheriff's Deputy. 

If you have any concerns please call the Jury Commissioners, 719-589-7602 or the Saguache Sheriff's Office 719-655-2525.

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Public Comment Work Session at the Saguache County Commissioners meeting Room located at 501 – 4^th Street, Saguache, Colorado, on the following date:

TUESDAY, February 25, 2019 at 1:30 PM

to consider the dissolvement of the Crestone/Baca Planning Commission.

Written comments will be accepted until Friday, February 21, 2020 at 3:00 p.m., and may be sent to Saguache County Land Use Department at PO Box 326, Saguache, CO 81149 or emailed to Amber Wilson at . 

By: Jason Anderson, Chairman

Chairman, Saguache County Board of Commissioners

Hiring Immediately:  Saguache County Road and Bridge - Operator I positions.

REQUIREMENTS:  Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and six months or more of relevant experience.  Prospective employees applying with Saguache County will be required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.           

Operator I is a full time position – applicants must be able to operate light and heavy equipment and perform manual labor in the maintenance, repair and minor construction of roads, streets, bridges, signs, markings and related facilities.  Applicants must be physically capable of periods of sustained physical exertion and may be required to lift and move up to 75 lbs. to 150 lbs. 

Applications are available at the Saguache County Road and Bridge Office 305 3rd Street, PO Box 476, Saguache, CO  81149 – 719-655-2554 or on the Saguache County website – www.saguachecounty.net under the Road and Bridge Department tab.  Please fill out and submit both Saguache County Employment Application and the Drivers-Application.  A complete job description is also available at the Road and Bridge Office.

Completed applications can be hand delivered or mailed to Saguache County Road and Bridge – at the address listed above, sent by email to or faxed to: 719-655-2543.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until a qualified candidate is hired. Saguache County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Download the Award Recipient list here

You can now look at a map of any parcel in Saguache County. Please click here for the available link.

Neighbors & Constituents

There is no true way to alleviate both the anxiety and uncertainty that we find ourselves in. We, as your local government, are asking the same questions as you. We find ourselves considering and taking drastic measures that we never anticipated, and as we

do so, we want to reach out to all the families, individuals, businesses and organizations in the county, from Center to Villa Grove, to let you know that we share your concerns and your fears. The current spread of the COVID-19 pandemic and its economic impacts are unprecedented in our time. As of this writing we have confirmation of the virus in four of our neighboring counties, and conservative thinking would conclude that it exists in our county as well.

Read more: Message from Saguache County Commissioners on COVID-19

To see the Board of County Commissioner's meeting agendas, you can either go their page and click on the Commissioners Agendas link or you can click the link below.

https://www.saguachecounty.net/index.php/commissioners-agendas

The Saguache County Board of Commissioners are accepting written offers for County Owned Property at this time. The lots available will be accepted by the Commissioners, at their discretion, on or until July 15, 2020.

If you would like to submit a bid offer for any available properties a bid packet and a list of properties is available by clicking the files below, by calling the Land Use office at 719-655-2321 or by email request to .

Bids must be submitted on a County bid form.  Funds must accompany bids.  NO CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED.

The Board reserves the right to refuse any bid submitted.

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EFFECTIVE APRIL 28, 2020

Saguache County Public Health Department has issued a BOIL-WATER ADVISORY, effective immediately, for the Lazy K-V Estates due to a line break resulting in a loss of pressure to the system. Loss of pressure may allow disease-causing organisms to enter the water system. The Lazy K-V Estates needs to boil ALL water used for drinking and cooking - until further notice. No contamination has been detected. This is a precaution while the water quality is tested.  

Bobby Woelz, Director

Saguache County Office of Emergency Management

San Luis Valley online symptom tracker: www.slvemergency.org/slv-covid-19

Completing this form is anonymous. Most people who get COVID-19 will experience mild symptoms and not require direct medical care; however, the information collected through this form regarding any symptoms helps local public health response teams understand and track the spread of COVID-19 in the San Luis Valley.

This survey does NOT take the place of consulting with your primary care provider or a nurse line. If you are experiencing symptoms that require medical care, please call your healthcare provider or a nurse call line at: 
San Luis Valley Health 719-589-2511 ext 9; Rio Grande Hospital 719-657-4990; Valley Wide Health Systems 719-589-3658 ext 9.

If you are having difficulty breathing or another medical emergency, dial 911.  

For More Information:

SLV COVID general questions 9am-3pm: 719-480-8719 for English, or 719-315-5019 for Spanish.

You may also email your questions to  

CO HELP line 1-877-462-2911 (English and Spanish) for Colorado general information.
Colorado updates and guidance: https://covid19.colorado.gov
CDC updates and guidance: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus
Small Business - www.choosecolorado.com
Volunteer or Donate - www.helpcoloradonow.org