RBC — County election officials canvassed votes and completed the post-election audit Nov. 13. Both went well, said County Clerk Nancy Amick. There was only one small glitch.
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Public hearing on adoption of 2009 budget set for Dec. 8 at RBC Administration Building
RBC — With its lawsuit with ExxonMobil pending, budgeting has been a challenge for Rio Blanco County. However, the 2009 budget will be considered for adoption at a public hearing at 6 p.m. Dec. 8 at the Administration Building.
Christmas tree permits available for area forest
RBC — Christmas tree cutting permits will soon be available from all offices of the White River National Forest. Christmas tree cutting is allowed in most areas on the White River National Forest with the following exceptions: wilderness areas, commercial timber sales, recreation and ski area, administrative areas, Glenwood Canyon[Read More…]
Energy companies are taking conservative approach to ’09
Companies’ plans tied to U.S. economy RBC — With the slowdown in the economy and the uncertainty of the markets, energy companies operating in Rio Blanco County are approaching the new year accordingly. “We can’t speculate about 2009, because we don’t know what the economy will do,” said Jim Lowry[Read More…]
County treasurer Arnold gives her third quarterly report
RBC — As any investor knows, there is always a risk factor. It’s no different for Rio Blanco County. The job of County Treasurer Karen Arnold is to minimize those risks. “The county’s policy has always put safety before liquidity or yield,” Arnold said. “We may not get the best[Read More…]
He digs fossils: Bill Hawes finds motherlode in Rio Blanco County
When he’s digging for fossils, Bill Hawes Jr. never knows what he will uncover. That’s the fun part.
County turnout is 86 percent
Record number of Rio Blanco County voters cast ballots in Nov. 4 election RBC — Rio Blanco County voters turned out in record numbers for last week’s general election.
Administrator answers questions about tax suitAdministrator answers questions about tax suit
RBC — Pat Hooker, Rio Blanco County administrator, responded to questions about the use tax and the potential effect if the county loses its lawsuit with ExxonMobil. Question: Does the county have a good case?
Criminal status via toll-free number
RBC — Crime victims and concerned citizens can call toll free (888) 263-8463 to find out information about whether an offender is still in custody and to receive notification of
School bond votes highlight lengthy ballots
RBC — It’s countdown to election time for the Meeker and Rangely school districts. Both districts will have bond initiatives on Tuesday’s general election ballot. And both are confident they have made their case to voters. “I’m still hearing positive support,” said Rangely Superintendent Dwayne New-man. “I have heard comments[Read More…]
Use tax suit could mean millions for Rio Blanco
County hopes Colorado Supreme Court will hear case against ExxonMobil RBC — Rio Blanco County is knocking at the door of the Colorado Supreme Court. It remains to be seen if the door will be opened.
Five county runners qualify for state meet
RBC — Rio Blanco County will be represented by five high school cross country runners in the state meet this Saturday in Fort Collins. Rangely finished fourth as a team in the boys’ division and qualified three boys and one girl for the state meet, while Meeker will send one[Read More…]
