Correction: Susan Use was not among the library board members who joined the Garfield County commissioners in interviewing the “25 candidates [vying] for three GarCo Library trustee positions.” Giving thanksThe board of Age-Friendly Carbondale thanks the Aspen Thrift Store for its support of our organization with a recent grant. With this help, we can continue […]
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Letters – Dec. 12, 2024
Harvest RFVI attended the Garfield County meeting on Sept. 18 for community input regarding new development by Harvest Roaring Fork LLC. This meeting was held on the property site at Cattle Creek and Highway 82. The developers are collecting information on what the community wants to see there saying that at this time they do […]
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Letters – Dec. 5, 2024
Correction: In last week’s story, CPW prepares West Slope for impending wolf reintroductions,” Colorado Parks and Wildlife public information officer Rachael Gonzales stated that wolves are inclined to avoid humans. Other stakeholders suggested that wolves have been lured by unprotected livestock carcasses. These statements were mistakenly conflated. A sad goodbyeAfter nearly 30 years of long […]
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Letters – Nov. 28, 2024
‘The Giving Tree’Editor’s note: The children’s poetry book written by Shel Silverstein resonated with Lani so much, she decided to quote a passage for her annual year-end note. And after quite a long time the boy came back again.“I am sorry, Boy,” said the tree, “but I have nothing left to give you. My apples […]
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Letters – Nov. 21, 2024
Re: Carbondale Mobility and Access PlanThe Bike Pedestrian and Trails Commission (BPTC) supports the Town of Carbondale’s efforts to develop a mobility plan (MAP). We believe that, as the town grows in number and density, a plan will help us maintain the comfortable walking and biking environment we enjoy.While the BPTC supports developing a mobility […]
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Letters – Nov. 14, 2024
Re: AssaultRecently, we witnessed an unthinkable crime, and rather than coming together to support the victim and seek justice, too many have chosen to indulge in rumor, accusation, and finger-pointing. I am both disgusted and appalled. There are people here who seem to revel in the chance to spread gossip, as if violence and trauma […]
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Letters – Nov. 7, 2024
AngelsTo the woman at Carbondale’s City Market this past Sunday, I so greatly appreciate your returning my grocery cart to the store, but even more I appreciate you finding the cell phone that I accidentally left in the cart and returning it to the service desk. I was so relieved to find it, thanks to […]
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Letters – Oct. 31, 2024
Correction: Last week’s cover suggested the group Protect Our GarCo Libraries organized the gathering at Centennial Park and the march to the county administration building. In fact, it was the Garfield County Public Library District (GCPLD) that spearheaded the entire event. GCPLD organized this event as part of the American’s Library Association’s Unite Against Book […]
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Letters – Oct. 24, 2024
In retrospect: Last week’s report, “One year after unhoused newcomers influx, regional response coalescing,” left out an important quote by Mayor Ben Bohmfalk. The following paragraph was added to the online version:“What became clear to us last year is that our small Carbondale municipal government and staff are not equipped to be the lead provider […]
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Letters – Oct. 17, 2024
MAP updateHave you heard? Coming in 2025 to a Carbondale street near you: more crosswalks, wayfinding signs for priority bike routes, traffic calming pilot/demonstration projects on key streets, mini-roundabouts (adding a feature like a large planter to a four-way intersection to create a makeshift roundabout). These are a few of the first steps suggested in […]