Editor’s note: Alas, as originally published, our calculation of the total acreage donated to the town was off by one (not insignificant) decimal point. The town government has graciously received more than 1.6 acres, but not 16. The Sopris Sun will institute more vigorous math checking to avoid similar blunders in the future. The Fourth […]
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Trustees commit new pool to April vote
The Board of Town Trustees tackled a full agenda at their Dec. 14 meeting. During “trustee comments,” Trustee Ben Bohmfalk mentioned that the town’s Bike, Pedestrian & Trails Commission fell short of a quorum at their last meeting. Bohmfalk took the opportunity to encourage community members to join a town board. Trustee Lani Kitching thanked […]
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In conversation with new Town Manager Lauren Gister
On Jan. 17, Carbondale will welcome Lauren Gister as the next town manager. Gister currently resides in Chester, Connecticut, where she is serving her fourth term as first selectwoman. Editor’s note: This interview has been edited for length and clarity. Sopris Sun: Congratulations! Lauren Gister: Thank you. I’m so excited to come to Carbondale. SS: […]
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Trustees commit to tiered net-zero goals
Mayor Pro Tem Ben Bohmfalk led the regular meeting on Aug. 10. Other trustees in attendance were Luis Yllanes, Lani Kitching and Marty Silverstein. Mayor Dan Richardson, Heather Henry and Erica Sparhawk were absent. The consent agenda was approved including accounts payable. A brief discussion ensued regarding the appointment of Brittney Rippy, who lives and […]
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Carbondale Report – March 11, 2021
Regular Trustee Meeting, March 9 Student of the Month awards were presented to Jack Dahl and Manuela Perez. Mayor Dan Richardson shared a statement regarding the Michael Francisco case, emphasizing that an independent and internal review of what occurred will be conducted after the final resolution of the municipal court case. The statement also explains […]