EVACUATION update from Garfield County Sheriff’s Office:

 

Check your zone on this map: https://bit.ly/lee-fire-zones

 

The southern edge of the Lee Fire has reached the Garfield County line, prompting the above changes to evacuation status.

 

Zone 81 and 85 are on top of the Roan Plateau in industrial landscape and BLM area (already under a closure), not residential areas.

 

Fire managers’ strategic planning includes multiple secondary and contingency lines between the fire’s edge and the southern edge of the Roan Plateau.

 

As a reminder:

GO = Evacuate immediately from your area. Leave now – danger in your area.

SET = Short notice evacuation likely in your area. Prepare for sudden evacuations. Leave now if you need extra time.

READY = Possible evacuation in your area. Prepare, monitor, and pack your valuables.

 
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Public Works

Streets

The Public Works Department is responsible for maintaining and improving streets within the Town limits. Key activities include:

  • Street patching and general roadway repairs
  • Alley and road shoulder maintenance
  • Winter road maintenance, including snow and ice removal
  • Roadside mowing and weed control
  • Support for annual street repair and improvement projects

Snow Plowing

Crews plow snow, apply de-icing and anti-icing chemicals, load and haul snow/ice from designated areas and clear designated sidewalks During off hours and weekends, staff addresses issues when street conditions begin to warrant service, usually 4‚ or more inches of snowfall Streets that are safe and clear of snow play a crucial role in the quality of life we enjoy in our community The Department staff works to constantly plan, improve, and maintain the infrastructure and amenities of the town

Other Responsibilities

Organization and supervision of custodial maintenance, repairs of all kinds Maintains or adjusts heating, cooling, and ventilation in public buildings Does preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment and vehicles Maintains grounds, including cemetery, lawns, landscaping, sidewalks and entrance ways Maintaining downtown tree plantings Operation and maintenance of the raw water irrigation system Cleans culverts integral to the town‚ storm water drainage system Reviews and makes recommendations on plans for maintenance and ground projects

Public Works Manual (pdf)