MEEKER | EDITOR’S NOTE: This is part two of a series that addresses some of the most common question regarding a potential Urban Renewal Authority for the Town of Meeker. Below are a few more of the most common questions regarding a URA, and brief responses: 1. What does the[Read More…]
Tag: Economic Development
Letter: Questions about urban renewal authority
Dear Editor: The town meeting to consider an Urban Renewal Authority (URA), scheduled for next Tuesday, Feb. 21, needs to address a number of questions. Colorado Statute established the option of a URA for the purpose of restoring blighted urban neighborhoods (Colorado Revised Statutes 31-25-104, 31-25-107). “Blighted” specifically refers to[Read More…]
Public hearing about creation of URA on Feb. 21
RBC | The Board of Trustees of the Town of Meeker is exploring the creation of an Urban Renewal Authority (URA) to assist with economic development and community development projects. A public hearing to discuss the creation of the URA is scheduled for the evening of Feb. 21, at 7[Read More…]
Town of Meeker plans public meeting to discuss proposals from Better City
MEEKER | The Town of Meeker will hold the first public hearing regarding the establishing of the urban renewal authority (URA) on Feb. 21 during its regular meeting and will host an informational public meeting Wednesday, Feb. 22 to address questions and concerns about the Better City proposals. Representatives of[Read More…]
Editor’s Column: Weighing in on Better City proposals
As mentioned in a previous column, one of the hardest parts of reporting on a story is seeing all sides of an issue and not being able to choose a position. Nowhere is this more difficult than when reporting on a project that impacts the community. I understand the disgruntled[Read More…]
Meeker and county boards hold workshop
RBC | Rio Blanco County Commissioners and the Meeker Board of Trustees met last week for a workshop updating both boards on the progress Better City has made on their proposed projects, and to discuss some other items including the possibility of a sales tax increase, revamping the town, county[Read More…]
Meeker, Rangely included in NW Colorado enterprise zone
RBC | The Colorado Economic Development Commission approved a boundary line adjustment to the Northwest Colorado Enterprise Zone administered by Associated Governments of Northwest Colorado (AGNC). The boundary line adjustment incorporated Meeker and Rangely in the eligible area, providing tax credits to businesses within Rio Blanco County, the Town of[Read More…]
Rangely Development Agency talks to grocery chain owner
RANGELY | The Rangely Development Agency (RDA), met last Thursday and discussed the current state of grocery availability in Rangely and the potential improvements they envision. Mayor Joseph Nielsen gave a quick current status update. According to Nielsen, Darren Hill, owner of White River Market, intends to leave the Rangely[Read More…]
Cook mentioned in governor’s address
RBC | Rio Blanco County Economic Development Coordinator Katelin Cook was named in the annual State of the State address given by Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper last week in Denver as an example of a “local civic leader” for her work helping “Meeker and Rangely become some of the very[Read More…]
Struggle to keep a full service grocery store in Rangely an ongoing battle
RANGELY | Discussion of groceries and where to get them is nothing new for Rangely residents. Between the recent downsizing of the local grocery store and the Rangely Development Agency’s discussion of a new store, grocery shopping is a topic sure to elicit a variety of responses. The history of[Read More…]
Meeker trustees will serve on URA board
MEEKER | At the Jan. 17 town board meeting, trustees discussed the best way to put out a bid for a new police vehicle after trustees expressed concerns at the previous meeting about specifying a make or model. Chief of Police Bob Hervey explained that there are very few makes[Read More…]
Dinosaur, Ute Tribal Council revisit casino discussion
RANGELY | The mayor of Dinosaur, Colo., and several representatives from the Ute Tribal Council came before the Rangely board of trustees Dec. 13 seeking support for a proposed casino to be built in the Dinosaur area. Rumors have been flying, with some reports saying the casino will open April[Read More…]
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With community help, Rangely High School track debuted the pole vault event at their home meet.
https://www.theheraldtimes.com/panthers-debut-pole-vault/sports/
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Even with rain and snow coming this weekend, the time is now to start thinking about your gardening plan. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/358647-2/rio-blanco-county/
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The MHS Cowboys are racking up their qualifications for the state meet in May. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/cowboys-travel-to-coal-ridge-rangely-meets/sports/
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The Barone Middle School track team competed and placed well in the meet in West Grand last weekend. The eighth grade boys won the overall meet. Read the recap online at ht1885.com.
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The Meeker Preschool Roundup will be held this Friday, April 26th from 8am to 4pm!
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Gear up for an unforgettable adventure with the 2024 Ride The Rockies Route, set to unfold from June 9th to 15th! Read all about this new and exciting adventure visiting Meeker this year in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
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Rangely Panther Kobey Chism (#22) has been selected to play in the 2024 8-man football all-state game. He’s sponsored by the Bleed Green Lancaster #17 Foundation. Story at ht1885.com.
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Rio Blanco Fire Protection District (RBFPD) will begin work on a firebreak northwest of the Town of Meeker this month. Read about it online at ht1885.com.
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