Durango’s commitment to protecting and conserving water resources has led to two innovative programs to reduce excessive water use. The two programs are Garden In a Box, and the turfgrass replacement program is shifting to focus specifically on “strip turf” grass replacement. For

Proof that the city and county still work together and collaborate on a lot of projects for the community: On Thursday, March 6, City Manager Jose Madrigal brought some baked yum yums to La Plata County employees before his regular monthly meeting with County Manager Chuck

The Durango Police Department annual report for 2024 is available at bit.ly/41x22we for the public to see statistics on police performance for the year and to get a sense of the department’s philosophy when it comes to ensuring public safety.

This Women's History Month, we recognize the diverse and vital roles women play in our city organization. Whether leading policy initiatives, managing critical infrastructure, or serving our residents directly, you empower us all.

Councilor Dave Woodruff will hold Council Office Hours on March 12 from 10-11 am at the Durango Public Library. Join him and share your thoughts about local issues. For more information on Council Office hours, visit bit.ly/4k0aFYD.

Ah, spring! 🌷 The birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming, and the construction crews are… well, getting ready to start construction. Get ready for road improvements and infrastructure projects across the area by checking out the Orange Cone Report,

City Council will discuss approving an application for a grant with the state Department of Local Affairs to increase affordable housing by expediting development review at its meeting on Tuesday, March 11. For more information on the meeting, visit bit.ly/4iE2S15.

Animas High School students and the city are hosting Nerds Night Out Trivia on Thursday, March 13, at EsoTerra Ciderworks, starting at 6:30 pm. Teams of 5 will be tested in their knowledge on all things Durango. For more information, visit bit.ly/4eoO05g.

City Council adopted an ordinance amending the rules of procedure for city councilors at its March 11 meeting. "This amendment is necessary to uphold transparency, accountability, and ethical governance," Councilor Melissa Youssef said. "It is our duty as public servants to make

Please join us in welcoming our new Public Works Director, Bret Hodne. He is ready to serve our community and ensure our infrastructure is top-notch. Welcome, Bret, to the City of Durango!

"Loafing zone" isn't in our airport dictionary! With Durango's busy season upon us, the Durango Airport, reminds you to keep the curb clear for quick pickups and drop-offs. Need to wait? You are covered with 1 hour of FREE parking in all lots and a cell phone waiting lot used to wait

Exciting changes are coming to College Drive and 8th Avenue this spring! We're kicking off the safety project, which includes a road diet—going from four lanes to three. This will make these streets safer for pedestrians, transit efficiency, and create better bike routes. For

The city of Durango is providing to the public the facts regarding the ballot measure 2A to help voters make an informed decision whether to approve, or deny, the measure. For more information, visit bit.ly/4i5OcZ2.

The Parking Division is introducing a pay-by-cell option for payment at the parking meters and the Transit Center Lot, beginning in April. Residents and visitors parking downtown will have the added convenience of using the ParkMobile app to pay for their meters and add time

Construction will begin on Monday, March 17 for County Road 250/251 and the Animas River Trial. For more information check out the city's weekly Orange Cone Report, bit.ly/3DK3q6S.

The City of Durango’s consultant team has completed the 90% design plans for the MidTown Safety and Connectivity Improvement project. The project scope includes the East 2nd Avenue corridor between 15th Street and 13th Street. Construction is anticipated for 2027. For more

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There is police activity in 500 block of Third Street on Monday, Aug. 18. We are asking residents in the area to stay indoors and avoid the area. We will provide more details as they are available.