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Childcare Financial Aid Deadline is February 1

Kids First and the City of Aspen provide a financial aid program to help defray the expense of childcare for working families. The deadline for applications is February 1, 2020 with assistance to begin March 1, 2020. Only new applicants need to apply at t...

Applications Now Available for Food Tax Refund

Applications Now Available for Food Tax Refund

Aspen residents who lived within city limits for the entire year of 2019 and who have been registered to vote since at least January 1, 2019 are eligible to apply for a $55 food tax refund, which is now availa...

City Seeking Your Input on Galena Plaza Conceptual Designs

The Galena Plaza green space is an important site that connects the Rio Grande Park and Roaring Fork River to downtown Aspen.  It is adjacent to the new City offices and currently there are three conceptual designs we'd like you to take a survey ...

Aspen Lumberyard Public Open Houses

Please come to an Open House:

Roxy's Cafe at ABC on Wednesday, January 15 from 4-7pm

City Council Chambers at Aspen City Hall on Thursday, January 16 from 11am - 1pm or 3 - 6 pm

These are free events and food and beverage will be provided.  

2019 Aspen Citizen Survey Results Available Online

Survey Results

Aspen voters and residents gave the City of Aspen high marks in the 2019 Citizen Survey, particularly in comparison to nationwide trends.  Respondents in Aspen were much more satisfied with their quality of life here – 93%...

Opportunity to Offer Input on North Star Managment Plan

North Star Public Survey Underway

Pitkin County Open Space and Trails has launched an online survey to seek public input as the department prepares to update the North Star Nature Preserve Management Plan.

The survey went live on Monday morning, Oct. 21, at...

Community Development Director Public Meet and Greet

You're invited to meet the finalists for the Community Development Director. Provide your community input on December 5th from 5:45 to 7:00 p.m.  Drop in or come at 5:45 for candidate introductions. View the candidate resumes here. 

For q...

2020 Proposed Budget

Read the entire document here.

Read Tab 10 - Component Unit Funds Summaries and Long Range Plans here

City of Aspen Announces Feedback Forum at the Limelight

City of Aspen Announces Feedback Forum at the LimelightMultiple city projects join forces to increase participationThe City of Aspen will be hosting an interactive open house event called Feedback Forum to offer information and gather community feedback o...

Black Friday Recreation Pass Sale

Get a 5-month Recreation Pass for $249 adults | $129 kids for the whole ski season.Swim, workout, skate, climb, take fitness classes and more. Check out the expanded weight room at the Aspen Recreation Center with new Precor equipment.The recreation pass ...

Small Cell Infrastructure Workshops Nov. 7-21

The City of Aspen Invites You to Participate in a Small Cell Facilities Information and Engagement Workshop

Public feedback is crucial as the City of Aspen determines how to best design and create policy around this new technology.  Under...

Tobacco Tax Revenue Retention Ballot Question

To read a fact sheet about this ballot question and any pro and con statements received by the City,  please check out this information page.

Read on...

Your Utilities Department Wants to Hear From You!

Your Utilities Department Wants to Hear From You!

Take our online survey

We are improving our utilities technologies, online services, and emergency outreach information.

When our utility department has accurate and up-to-date information on our customers’ n...

City Council Meetings Now on Tuesdays

City Council regular meetings are moving from Mondays to Tuesdays.

With the change the Council and the public has an extra day to review the memos and packets, ask questions, and prepare for the meetings.

Regular Meetings will now be held the second and fou...

Max Marolt Scholarship for Young Athletes

Scholarship opportunity for young athletes. Apply to receive up to $1,000 for being an ambassador for the Aspen community, with the Max Marolt Athletic Scholarship Fund. Deadline July 1, 2019 at 5 pm.

Athletes competing at high levels of competition may re...

The 2019 Aspen Community Survey Available Now

The 2019 Aspen Community Survey Available Now

Please don’t miss the opportunity to complete a survey by Friday, September 27 .Complete the survey here: www.aspencommunitysurvey.com.  You can also text: 555888 and type "community survey" ...

Limited Parking at the Aspen Recreation Center

Limited Parking at the Aspen Recreation Center

On the below dates parking will be severely limited at the ARC and potentially at the school campus due to events taking place in one or both locations.

Also, during the months of September and October traffic ...

City Soliciting Pro/Con Statements on Tabor Sales Tax Ballot Question

NOTICE TO CITIZENS

The City Council of the City of Aspen has approved the submission to the Cityelectorate one tax question at the November 5, 2019, coordinated municipal election.Amendment One (1992) to the Colorado Constitution requires a notice of the e...

ARC Closures for Cleaning, Renovation, and Maintenance

The ARC will be closed from September 7-10 for maintenance, renovation, and cleaning.  The ARC pool, locker rooms, and climbing tower will be closed September 11- 22 but the fitness classes, cardio, and weight rooms will be open starting Septembe...

City Manager Recruitment Update

A special meeting of the Aspen City Council has been set for Tuesday, September 3, 2019, at 4:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers at which time the Council will consider Resolution #95, Series of 2019.  If Resolution #95 is adopted by Council, the M...

Water Department Receives $186K+ Grant to Augment River Flows and Enhance Municipal Supply

Water Department Receives $186K+ Grant to Augment River Flows and Enhance Municipal SupplyThe City of Aspen is pleased to announce its water department is the recipient of a $186,356 grant from the Colorado Water Conservation Board to investigate how the ...

Get the Inside Scoop at Cozy Point during this Free Tour!

Get the Inside Scoop at Cozy Point during this Free Tour!You probably drive past it all the time…This is your chance to join Roaring Fork Conservancy and City of Aspen Parks & Open Space on an excursion onto Cozy Point Open Space. With Brus...

Public Input on City Manager Recruitment

City Manager Recruitment The public is invited to two events to meet City Manager Finalists Thursday, August 8 8:30 -11:45 a.m.City Council ChambersThe finalists will present a prepared presentation on the Aspen Area Community P...

City Council Hosting Free Community Picnic and Children's Fair August 14 at Red Brick

City Council Hosting Free Community Picnic and Children's Fair August 14 at Red BrickAspen City Council’s annual picnic for the community will take place on Wednesday, August 14 from 4:30-7pm at the Red Brick Center for the Arts lawn.  This year,...

Free Irrigation Audits

The City of Aspen Environmental Health Departments want to help you get lean and green! 

Typically, without realizing it, most of us overwater our landscape. Reduce water use and optimize plant/grass health with a free sprinkler checkup. Optimize ...

Aspen Tennis Club Family Day

Aspen Tennis Club Family DayJuly 20 from 10am - 12pmThis free event is a fun family morning of tennis for all skill levels, from beginners to tournament level players. This is a great chance for parents and kids to play socially and competitively. Advance...

Give Your Input on the Marolt and Thomas Open Space Management Plan

City of Aspen Parks and Open Space is preparing a management plan for the Marolt and Thomas properties to aid the efficient and effective management of the site. This new planning document will outline appropriate uses of the open space and guide natural ...

Attention Development Community - New Permit Software Coming This Month

Attention Development Community - New Permit Software Coming This Month

The City's new permitting system - Salesforce - is going live this month.

Read here to learn more about the schedule for applying for new permits and more about the registration process...

Do you think Aspen needs more event and performance space?

The Wheeler Opera House is asking for community input to help the City assess the feasibility of expanding the Wheeler onto the adjacent parcel for event and performance space.

Our consultants, Theatre Projects and Keen Independent Research, are asking for...

Apply Now for 2019 Citizens Academy

Deadline to apply is July 12 and classes run twice monthly from August through December.  Learn more here: https://www.cityofaspen.com/337/Citizens-Academy

Citizens academies are programs for citizens to learn about their local government. They ar...

Marolt and Thomas Open Space Management Plan Open House

Marolt and Thomas Open Space Management Plan Open HouseTuesday, June 254:30-6:30 p.m.Red Brick Center for the Arts Conference RoomThe public is invited to attend the open house and offer input on the Marolt and Thomas Open Space Management Plan.  ...

Aspen for Animals Adult NTRP Tennis Tournament

USTA sanctioned tournament for NTRP skill levels of 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 and 4.5. This includes Men’s & Women’s Singles and Doubles and Mixed Doubles. All proceeds are donated to the Aspen Animal Shelter. Friday starting at 4:00pm. Saturd...

Castle Creek Bridge Detour for Downvalley Motorists on Friday, May 31

Castle Creek Bridge Detour for Downvalley Motorists on Friday, May 31Westbound motorists to use Power Plant detour via 6th Street 7-11 a.m.On Friday, May 31, the City of Aspen will be making a temporary repair to pavement peel on the Castle Creek Bridge. ...

Workshop for Community Input for Wheeler Expansion

CALLING ALL:ARTS ORGANIZATIONSFRIENDS OF THE ARTSCOMMUNITY MEMBERSWe want your input!Please come to a workshop and provide your perspective on the long-term performing arts, and culture, and event space needs in Aspen.Community Input WorkshopThursday, May...

2020 Grant Applications Now Open for Arts and Non-Profits

2020 Grant Applications Now Open for Arts and Non-Profits The City of Aspen is pleased to announce the application process for community arts and non-profits grants is now open with over $1 million in available funding.  To make it easie...

Celebrate Arbor Day Saturday, May 18 in Paepcke Park

Celebrate Arbor Day Saturday, May 18 in Paepcke ParkThe City of Aspen Parks Department will host a community celebration for Arbor Day on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Paepcke Park.  Festivities will include: free hotdogs a...

Electronic Waste Collection Events in Aspen

Electronic Waste Collection Events in AspenThe City of Aspen is hosting two events for residents and businesses to responsibly and safely recycle electronic waste.   On Saturday, May 18 from 9am-1pm, community members can drop-off personal e-wast...

Aspen Community Invited to Participate in Engagement Session on City Manager Recruitment

Aspen Community Invited to Participate in Engagement Session on City Manager Recruitment The Aspen community is invited to attend an engagement session with recruitment firm Peckham & McKenney to provide input on desired qualities for the nex...

Map of City Department Locations

Map of Department Locations

City of Aspen Hires Peckham & McKenney to Conduct National Search for New City Manager

City of Aspen Hires Peckham & McKenney to Conduct National Search for New City ManagerThe City of Aspen is pleased to announce it has selected executive search firm Peckham & McKenney to conduct the recruitment for a new City Manager.  Pe...

Childcare Financial Aid Deadline is May 1

 PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTChildcare Financial Aid Deadline is May 1Contact: Kids First, 970-920-5769Aspen, Colorado – March 25, 2019 – Kids First and the City of Aspen provide a financial aid program to help defray the expen...

City Seeks Public Input on Future of Rio Grande Recycle Center

City Seeks Public Input on Future of Rio Grande Recycle CenterThe City of Aspen is seeking public input on the future of the Rio Grande Recycle Center.  Since 1993, the RGRC has been in operation for drop-off recycling services for glass, cardboa...

Night Work for Aspen City Offices March 19-21

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTNight Work for Aspen City Offices March 19-216 p.m.-6 a.m. Delays possible at Rio Grande Parking Garage EntranceMedia Contact: Kathleen Wanatowicz, Public InformationP: (970) 618-5114 | E: kathleen@prstudioco.comAspen, CO &n...

Public Open House at Golf Course March 14

Public Open House at Golf Course March 14

The public is invited to attend and open house on Thursday, March 14 from 3:30-6:30pm at the Aspen Golf Clubhouse featuring bunker project information, free golf on the simulator and to purchase golf passes. Food w...

Pothole Repair in Aspen Friday and Saturday

Pothole Repair in Aspen Friday and SaturdayFriday – CDOT Crews at Roundabout; Saturday – City Crews at CCBAspen, Colorado – March 13, 2019 – The City of Aspen is working with CDOT on repairs to the pothole at the ro...

Lift One Corridor Plan Ballot Issue Information

Learn more about the ballot issue for the March 5 election here.

Owl Creek Chase Nordic Ski Race February 10

Owl Creek Chase 21K Nordic Ski Race February 10, 2019

The Owl Creek Chase has been one of Colorado’s premier cross-country ski races since 1985. The challenging course from Snowmass Village to the Aspen Cross Country Center presents the ...

Aspen Community Saves $1.6 Million in Energy Costs Over Two Years Through Aspen Energy Challenge

The City of Aspen and the Community Office for Resource Efficiency are pleased to announce that the organizations helped facilitate $1.6 million in energy savings in the community, compared to a 2013 through 2014 baseline in partnership Holy Cross Energy ...

What Does "Locally Serving Restaurant" Mean to You?

In the past, the rent for the restaurant has been subsidized in an effort to serve and attract local diners, including those attending Wheeler events. But what does "locally serving" really mean? We want to hear your opinions so we have a broad ...