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Yampa River Monitoring, Education and Enforcement mtg.

The City of Steamboat Springs Parks and Recreation Commission has scheduled a
meeting to discuss the 2009 monitoring, education and enforcement efforts on the Yampa
River on February 10, 2010. The meeting will be held at the Community Center at 1605
Lincoln Avenue at 5:30 pm.

In 2009, the Parks and Recreation Commission directed staff to work with volunteers to
address concerns identified during public meetings. Trash in the river, illegal parking,
alcohol consumption and user conflicts were all areas targeted for monitoring, education

Parks and Rec News

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Week of February 5-13

Join us for some fun during Blues Break/School Days Off!
February 16 - Bowling at Snow Bowl
February 17 - Sledding at Strawberry Park Elem.
February 18 - Skiing at Howelsen Hill
February 19 - Swimming at Old Town Hot Springs

National Burn Awareness Week - February 7 - 13, 2010

During National Burn Awareness Week, which is February 7-13,the Routt County Office of Emergency Management reminds parents and caregivers that fire is just one cause of burn injuries – children can also be seriously injured by hot foods and beverages, heating appliances, hot pots and pans, electrical currents and chemicals.

“Scalds have been the leading cause of burn injuries every year, especially to children under
five,” said Bob Struble, Routt County Office of Emergency Management Director. “Burn
Awareness Week is an opportunity to remind ourselves of the simple safety measures we

Sales & Use Tax Seminars

The City of Steamboat Springs Sales and Use Tax Department offers free sales tax and construction use tax seminars. The sales tax and construction use tax seminars provide tax information for all types of businesses or people, including retailers, contractors, rental businesses, accommodations providers, home-based businesses, and their accountants and bookkeepers. The sales tax seminar is designed to address sales tax processes, and City staff will be available to answer questions specific to your business or industry.

Weekly Specials

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Hours of operation:
Monday - Thursday
Breakfast 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Lunch 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Snacks/Coffee 2:00 PM -3:00 PM

Cafe (970) 871-1406
Catering (970) 819-5118
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Olivia@mountainhighcatering.com

Breakfast Menu

Lunch Menu

Weekly Special

Steamboat Youth Receives Award

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Max May, age 15, received the “Corpsmember of the Year” award from Steamboat Springs Community Youth Corps (CYC) and the Colorado Youth Corps Association (CYCA) at the annual Youth Corps Awards Ceremony on Monday, January 25, 2010 at the State Capitol.

May, from Steamboat Springs, was recognized for his strong work ethic, positive attitude and dedication to teamwork, qualities he exemplified while serving at CYC last summer. “Max is a remarkable young man,” said CYC’s Director Brooke Lightner. “He truly shined during his employment with CYC.”

Parks and Rec News

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January 29-February 6
Teen After School Club Activities
include Potter's Wheel & more! Grades 6-8

City's Engineering Division moves to new location

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The City's Engineering Staff, a division of the Public Works Department, has moved from City Hall to 934 Oak Street.

Staff members now residing in "the Little House" are:

Janet Hruby - City Engineer - (970)871-8245
Laura Anderson - Staff Engineer - (970)871-7074
Ben Beall - Public Works Staff Engineer - (970)871-8293
Laura Frolich - Construction Services Tech. - (970)871-7073
Joan Murphy - Staff Assistant - (970)871-8226
Greg Gunn - Construction Services Manager - (970)871-8273
Danny Paul - Staff Engineer - (970)871-8210

Phone numbers have remained the same.

Action or Ashes...Fighting Fire Begins With You!

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Tip of the Week

  • Keep fire hydrants on your property free and clear of snow and debris so they may be accessed in the case of an emergency.
  • Sponsored by Local Fire Prevention Partners

    Discussion about Leash Law Changes

    As directed by City Council, Parks and Recreation Commission is working with Responsible Dog Owners of Steamboat (RDOGS) and the staff at Police Services and Parks, Open Space and Recreational Services to discuss a leash law program with tiered options, which would include leash free areas within and upon certain City parcels.