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Airport - General Info

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1. What are your hours for 3 Wire Bar and Grill?

Hours are 8:00 am - 4 pm daily and 5:30 - 8:30 Friday through Sunday for dinner. Hours are subject to change for flight times. Call for most current.

2. Where do we park for the 3 Wire Bar and Grill?

Park in Long Term Parking and bring ticket in for validation. We validate for up to 4 hours.

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Board of Commissioners

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1. How often do the commissioners meet?

Commissioners meet every Monday and Tuesday. Mondays are staff-work sessions starting at 10:30 am. Tuesdays are regular meetings starting at 9:30 a.m. All meetings are at 522 Lincoln Avenue, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 and are open to the public.

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Building Department

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1. When can I meet with inspectors?

Inspectors are in the office at136 6th St. Suite 201, Steamboat Springs, CO, until approximately 8:30 am or call the office at (970) 870-5566.

2. Are you open at lunch time?

We are closed from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.

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Communications

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1. When should I call 911?

• To report a fire.
  
• To stop a crime in progress.
  
• To save a life.

2. What questions will 911 dispatchers ask?

• What is happening?
  
• What is the location of the incident?
  
• What is your current location?
  
• Are there any injuries?
  
• What is your name?
  
• What is your phone number?

3. What if I call 911 by mistake?

If you mistakenly dial 911, please do not hang up. Your information still shows up on our screens. If you are not on the line when the operator answers, they will call you back. We may have to send a police officer to your home to make sure there is not a problem. Time spent calling back or dispatching emergency personnel to check on you because of hang-ups on the 911 line wastes resources and it takes away from the people who truly do need help.

4. When should I use the Non-Emergency number?

970-879-1110 is our non-emergency number which you can dial 24 hours a day in Routt County for non-emergency help. Using the non-emergency number keeps 911 available for true emergencies.

Some examples of times when you should call 970-879-1110 are:

• Your house or car was broken into yesterday.
  
• Your runaway child has returned home.
  
• You need to add additional items to the burglary report you made last week.
  
• Your car was stolen sometime overnight.
  
• Someone stole your bike while you were at school.

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County Attorney

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1. Where are you located?

We are located on the third floor of the historic courthouse in downtown; 522 Lincoln Avenue, Steamboat Springs.

2. Does your office handle criminal matters?

No. Criminal matters are handled by the District Attorney’s Office. Their phone number is (970) 879-1146.

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District Attorney

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1. What does the District Attorney's (DA) Office do?

The residents of each of Colorado's 22 judicial districts elect a district attorney to represent "the People" of the State of Colorado in all criminal proceedings through the trial stage of cases. Grand, Moffat, and Routt counties comprise the 14th Judicial District. The District Attorney's Office does not handle civil matters or divorce proceedings.

2. Can I plea by mail?

You may be able to plea by mail if you live outside the 14th Judicial District and you are not facing jail time. Contact the respective deputy district attorney on whether you qualify for a plea by mail.

3. What are the procedures for getting my police report?

You will need to call the main number for the appropriate office and talk to the legal secretary. The legal secretary will tell you the number of pages and how much it will cost. We charge $0.25 per page. CDs are $15 each. You can come to the appropriate district attorney's office and pick up your police reports. We only accept checks or money orders.

4. What happens when I come to court on a traffic ticket?

Although the procedures are different in each court, generally, you will be advised of your rights by the judge and be allowed to see the Deputy District Attorney. The DDA will offer you a plea agreement. It is your decision on whether you take the plea agreement or not. If you take the plea agreement, you can plead guilty on that date and depending on the crime be sentenced. If you decide not to take the plea agreement, you can set the case for trial. At the first appearance in court you also have the right to set the case over to talk to a defense attorney. Your plea agreement that is offered does not get worse if you talk to a defense attorney.

5. How do I change my bond conditions?

You will need to file a motion with the court requesting a change in the bond conditions and the reason why. You will also need to send a copy to the appropriate District Attorney's Office. It is the policy of the District Attorney's Office to evaluate every case and make a recommendation to change bond conditions or not change bond conditions based upon the facts of that case. A Deputy District Attorney may recommend that bond conditions stay in place even though a victim may want them lifted.

6. What does the County Attorney do?

The County Attorney's Office provides general legal counsel to the Board of County Commissioners, elected officials, county departments and other agencies as authorized by the Board of County Commissioners.

The County Attorney also provide representation to the county Department of Social Services in dependency and neglect cases, public assistance issues, adult protection matters, child support issues and other civil matters related to the department.

7. If I have a traffic ticket, can I discuss my ticket with the Deputy District Attorney prior to the court date?

Generally, due to the high volume of cases, you cannot talk to the Deputy District Attorney about your case until the court date. You are welcome to fax or mail a letter to DA prior to the hearing. If your case is a traffic infraction, the Deputy District Attorney cannot handle your case and you will need to contact the appropriate court.

8. What is a traffic infraction?

Traffic infractions are low level traffic offenses that carry only a fine. To check if you have a traffic infraction you can call the appropriate court and they can tell you whether you case is a traffic infraction or misdemeanor traffic offense.

9. How do I change my court date?

You will need to contact the appropriate court, see the county office page. The District Attorney's Office cannot continue your court date.

10. What if I want to report a crime?

You will need to contact your local police agency. The District Attorney's Office relies upon the police agencies to provide us with investigations. The numbers for the police agencies can be found by clicking on the following link. If it an emergency, you can dial 911.

11. Why are some cases plea bargained?

There are not enough DA's, judges, courtrooms, or trial days on the calendar to put all the thousands of cases every year in the 14th Judicial District before a jury. For those defendants taken to trial, or for those who plead guilty before a trial, there are not enough jail cells in the state to hold them.

These practical demands plus the defendant's speedy trial rights, the seriousness of the cases, the strengths or weaknesses of cases, the victim's wishes, public safety, punishment, rehabilitation, and deterrence are all interests that are considered by the DA when deciding how to proceed. Most cases are resolved in a relatively short time with a plea agreement designed to balance the competing interests involved.

12. How do I get a Public Defender or other legal representation, when I am accused of a crime?

In all traffic and misdemeanor cases it is necessary to attend the arraignment without a Public Defender present. This is because many defendants choose to take the DA's offer, and find no further court dates are necessary.

Once a pretrial date has been set after pleading not guilty, then the Public Defender's Office may be contacted to see if you qualify for representation. Clients must be able to show proof of their low income level by providing pay stubs or tax returns.

Private Counsel may also be sought, and generally an entry of appearance and a request for a retrial conference are filed with the courts as well as the DA's office. In this situation, it is not necessary for the defendant to appear at either court date because the attorney is representing the client.

It is also possible for a defendant to represent themselves throughout the court process, or "pro se." The District Attorney's office will give anyone representing themselves equal consideration in the case, and the same plea bargain as if they had an attorney.

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Environmental Health

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1. How do I get my well water tested?

Bacteriological water testing kits can be purchased at our lab Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. We currently accept water samples Monday through Wednesday from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. All samples must be less than 24 hours old to be accepted for testing. Visit the Environmental Health Office for more details at:

• 136 6th Street, 2nd Floor
  Steamboat Springs, CO
  970-870-5588

2. Do I need a license to open a new restaurant?

Yes, a Retail Food License is required under Colorado law to sell or give away food to the general public. See the Colorado Division of Environmental Health and Sustainability or contact our office at (970) 870-5588.

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Human Resources

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1. Where do I get an application for employment?

Please view How to Apply page. Make sure that you select the appropriate application form for the position that you are applying for. If you have any questions, please call Georgian Kalow at 970-870-5361. All applications are to be returned to the Human Resources Office at 136 6th Street, Suite 107, Steamboat Springs, CO.

2. How do I submit an application?

Please follow the directions under How to Apply for a Job. All applications are to be returned to the Human Resources Office.

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Main

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1. How do I contact a County Department?

Visit the Staff Directory to find all department and staff contact information.

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Open Burning

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1. What is open burning?

Open burning is the burning of any material or substance, including trash, wastepaper, wood, vegetative material, or any other flammable material, in the air on any open premises or in a receptacle where emissions are released directly into the air without passing through a chimney or stack. Generally, any time you light a fire outdoors you are open burning.

2. Why does the state require permits for open burning?

The State of Colorado and Routt County regulate open burning to help protect public health and the environment in Colorado. Open burning pollutes the air and poses a fire hazard. The air pollution created can cause serious health problems, obscure visibility, soil nearby surfaces, and create annoying odors.

3. What types of open burning are permissible with a permit?

• Burning of yard waste that does not include salvageable wood or tree stumps
  
• Burning of slash piles
  

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Planning

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1. Are there restrictions on my land?

All land within unincorporated Routt County falls within one of 14 zone districts. Each district has a list of permitted uses and uses that are allowed by permit when approved by the planning director, Planning Commission, or Board of County Commissioners. Each district also has development restrictions such as minimum lot area and frontage, minimum setbacks from property lines, and maximum structure height. In addition to zone district standards, there may be other restrictions that apply to your property, such as waterbody setbacks, floodplain standards, and skyline height restrictions. For detailed information, go to our Regulations section of our website. You may also contact a planner by calling (970) 879-2704. Please note that in many cases, subdivision covenants may further restrict your property; however such restrictions are not monitored or enforced by Routt County.

2. Can I have a secondary dwelling unit on my property?

Secondary dwelling units are permitted in certain situations and are subject to specific standards on property in the Agriculture/Forestry and Mountain Residential Estate Zone Districts. One attached, 800-square-foot (maximum) secondary unit is permitted on lots with a minimum size of 5 acres and lots approved through the Land Preservation Subdivision Exemption or Minor Subdivision Exemption processes. One detached, 800 square foot (max.) secondary unit is permitted on lots with a minimum size of 35 acres or more; however, the detached unit shall be located no more than 300 feet from the primary dwelling unit.

Separate restrictions apply on lots that are 70 acres or greater and lots that are located within the Commuter Zone. Certain exemptions apply for secondary dwelling units constructed prior to June 1995. Duplexes may be permitted in other residential zone districts. For additional information please contact a Planner at (970) 879-2704 or by viewing this Secondary Dwelling Unit Guide.

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Purchasing

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1. How do I put my company name on the approved supplier list to ensure I receive solicitations automatically?

There is no automated approved supplier list. Although the Purchasing Department makes every effort to ensure suppliers who want to receive solicitations do so, there is no automated supplier list. Therefore, suppliers must watch for advertisements in the legal classified section of the Steamboat Pilot & Today on Sundays to ensure they know about all solicitations that they may be interested in.

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Road & Bridge

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1. When do I need an oversize permit?

Any time you bring an oversize load across a Routt County Road an oversize permit is needed. Permit forms are on our website.

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Weed Program

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1. What is the best control for Whitetop?

The best control solution for rural areas are Telar, Escort, and Cimarron. For residential areas, the best choices are Corsair and Weed-B-Gon MAX.

2. What is the best control for thistles?

Milestone