Officials Take Drastic Measures to Combat Coronavirus It Will Get Worse Before It Gets Better Orado Quicker Than Many Other Places in the U.S

SIGN OF THE TIMES: Unfortunately the sign on Highway 135 says it all. In reaction to the coronavirus that is impacting the county, a series of emergency orders are now in place to slow down its spread. photo by Mark Reaman Officials take drastic measures to combat coronavirus It will get worse before it gets better orado quicker than many other places in the U.S. with national and worldwide cases of the coronavirus What was supposed to be a bustling town this week multiplying and ensuing panic in places from China to [ BY KENDRA WALKER AND MARK REAMAN ] with Spring Break crowds on the mountain, hour-long Seattle. But since COVID-19 loudly hit the Gunnison waits at Elk Avenue restaurants and the town shuttle Valley this past week, a flurry of emergency activities Unprecedented government action is being taken packed to the brim, has quickly become a ghost town has taken place that has left us all in some sort of apoca- in unprecedented times as local officials issue orders with tourists being ordered to leave, locals being asked lyptic time warp. meant to try and stem the coronavirus that has invaded not to hang out with each other and businesses reduc- Several emergency disaster orders have been is- the valley. That virus has wreaked havoc in places that ing operations, if not closing completely. sued, including declarations by the state, county and did not take extreme measures such as Italy and it has Just 10 days ago our community couldn’t have both towns of Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte. appeared to strike resort mountain communities in Col- predicted what exactly we’d be facing today, even CONTINUED ON PAGE 7 Special message from Message from Mt. Crested the Gunnison County the mayor of Butte mayor to Commissioners Crested Butte the community Dear Citizens of Gunnison County: you know. We are not done. Crested Butte Community Members: Dear members of the Mt. Crested Butte and This is a message to our com- There are many strong lead- We are in unprecedented times in recent history greater community: munity. The people, the families, ers, from across the county and for Crested Butte with COVID-19/coronavirus making the individuals, the businesses the state, professionals in their its presence known. Things are evolving quickly and “These are times that try men’s souls.” and organizations, the soul of field, who are guiding us through dramatic impacts are being felt throughout our Valley —Thomas Paine this special place we call home. this situation. They are putting and around the world. Impacts will be felt both while We will overcome this. We know in unbelievable hours, unified in the virus runs its course here and through an as of yet And I will add women’s souls! It also tests that people are scared, we are all their structure and dedicated to unknown period of recovery. our patience, understanding and compassion. scared. But we cannot let that fear executing plans of operation to It is times like these that can test the strength and It’s a very difficult time for the entire world, overwhelm us. We cannot let that minimize and mitigate the situa- resiliency of a community. I am confident that the but right now my focus is on Gunnison Coun- fear cause inaction. We cannot let tion, to flatten the curve of impact Crested Butte community can and will come through ty. Yes, I’m the mayor of Mt. Crested Butte, but that fear make us lose compassion and to provide the services neces- this challenge stronger than we began as we have many this is a time we all need to work together to and caring. sary to support our citizens. times before during incidents like the frozen water do what is best for all of our area. Together we have strength But the responsibility does main in the 1970s, and the bank explosion 30 years ago. CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 and together we have power. We not lie solely with them. The re- The Town is continuing to work closely with our cannot express enough how im- sponsibility also lies with us. partners at the State and County level to best manage pressed we are with the work that We, as a community, need to un- the situation. It has been a wild week with constant has been done up to this point in waveringly and diligently fol- news updates and seemingly sudden changes to com- [ Overheard ] addressing this crisis. How the low their guidance, utilize the munity operations. The county has issued a “Second community has come together to resources provided to keep our- Amended Health Order” that covers all of Gunnison “I feel like I’m in an act, to make the hard decisions selves informed and to take the County including the town of Crested Butte. We ask episode of ‘24’” in understanding the severity of steps together to implement the that you respect and follow the “Order” for your safety the situation. These actions make developed strategies. and the safety of all in town. -from at least 6’ away on the streets of CB more of a difference than we think CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 2 | March 20, 2020 EDITORIAL Crested Butte News This sucks. WORLD NEWS We are blessed. WORLD What to talk about when the world as we Spring comes early this year with March 19 equinox know and understand it is crashing quickly This year’s equinox in the U.S. is March 19, marking the earliest because of a pandemic. These are strange days spring in 124 years, according to the Old Farmers’ Almanac. The ver- indeed. nal equinox is occurring almost 18 hours ahead of its occurrence There was only one thing to do before I in 2019. The last time it fell on March 19 was in the U.S. was 1986. started writing an editorial piece on this whole The Northern Hemisphere will welcome spring at 11:50 p.m. ET on cluster a week-and-a-half into it. I walked Thursday, March 19. On that day, both hemispheres receive nearly outside, strolled about 50 yards from the the same amount of daylight. –information compiled from CBS News office and stared at the shrine and comments people were leaving for Mikey Larsen in front Greenland and Antarctica are now melting six times faster than in the 1990s of the pizza shop. Mikey died last week just Greenland and Antarctica have lost 6.4 trillion tons of ice in the past as this coronavirus deal was ramping up. His three decades; unabated, this rate of melting could cause flooding that results haven’t yet come back to see if he was affects hundreds of millions of people by the end of the century. Satellite impacted by COVID-19. On Tuesday night observations showed that the regions are losing ice six times faster than there were flowers and prayer flags and notes they were in the 1990s, according to a new study. If the current melting of love for Mikey. A good man with mountain trend continues, the regions will be on track to match the “worst-case” village attitude, he was loved. People men- scenario of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change of an extra tioned his kindness, his laugh, his concern for 6.7 inches of sea level rise by 2100. –information compiled from USA Today family. Most felt he was riding the big chain ring in the sky, which he would really love. In NATION the end, that’s about all any us can hope for, isn’t photo by Mark Reaman Seattle, WA researchers start tests on potential coronavirus vaccine it? Love. On March 16, U.S. researchers began testing a potential COVID-19 vaccine on 45 healthy men and women between the ages of 18 and 55 in Seattle, are being made out of love. Since the county health department kicked it all leading off a worldwide hunt for protection even as the pandemic surges. Scientists at the Kaiser Permanente Washington Research Institute in Seat- into high gear I have watched and interacted with the No one has reneged on their comment that things people literally on the local front lines. Our friends, tle developed the vaccine in record time after the new virus exploded out will get worse before they get better. Still, I see groups of China and fanned out across the globe. However, a top health official neighbors, acquaintances and people I don’t know everywhere I look talking and laughing and smiling, well or at all are spending hours every day under says a vaccine won’t be available for at least 12 months, while research- while staying at least six feet away from one another. ers make sure it’s safe and effective. information compiled from TheSkimm duress, trying to protect the people and the place they I see people stepping up to help and run errands for love. They are making decisions about the commu- those who are choosing to not come outside. I see the nity I’m sure they’d rather not even consider. As big Amazon to hire 100,000 to keep up with online shopping surge teachers taking extra steps and the businesses trying Amazon said Monday it would try to hire 100,000 people across the a deal as about anything, they have shut down many to do whatever they can to make the community com- of the local businesses. The ripple effect is crippling U.S. to help meet a surge in purchases by customers shopping more on- fortable. In other words, in the midst of a pandemic line to avoid going out as the coronavirus spreads. The company said it to employees who are wondering how they’ll pay rolling through CB and Gunni (not many people in April rent and business owners who are wondering would hike hourly pay by $2 an hour through April for workers at its history can say that by the way), I see this broader warehouses, delivery centers and Whole Foods grocery stores. The com- whether to start filing stacks of paperwork or just community doing what it always does: Looking out drop the keys on the counter and walk away. pany said that as it ramps up, some deliveries could take longer than the for our people; Stepping up to do the best we can typical two days. information compiled from Associated Press and The Week knowing it may or may not work; Choosing action I’ve spent hours and hours at meetings this last rather than ceding all control. We are continuing to week, either in person or on the phone or zoom, Scholastic offers free online courses as schools across the country shut down spread the love faster than the virus. Ultimately that Scholastic is offering free online courses for children as school closures watching and listening to the emergency heartbeat of will prevail. It will just be a wild ride in the meantime this community. Your public officials are passionate sweep the nation amid the coronavirus outbreak. The company’s digi- and sometimes that ride will suck. tal learning hub is accessible on all devices, including smartphones, and and concerned and every single one is trying their absolute best to make the wisest decision under the requires no sign-up. The Scholastic Learn At Home program offers three So take advantage of the unwanted ride and hours of learning per day with up to four weeks of instruction, and the wildest of circumstances. try to see it as a blessed opportunity. Reconnect with Elected officials who are bus drivers, retirees, courses span the subjects of English language arts, STEM, science, social your kids or spouse. Continue to get outside. It’s a studies and social-emotional learning. –information compiled from The Hill small business people and ski bums are learning pretty nice place to be shut down in, compared to say, about pandemics and trying to shape direction. Detroit. Learn something new or cook up a fresh dish STATE Professionals who are trained to deal with car wrecks in the kitchen. Do not spend more than a few minutes Montrose funeral home indicted for illegal sales of body parts and forest fires are suddenly required to understand mired in national news. That will really suck and not A federal grand jury in Grand Junction indicted the owners of Sunset a complicated and mysterious virus that is panicking make you feel better at all. Focus on the here. Make Mesa Funeral Directors of Montrose on charges they fraudulently ob- the world. Some people are filled with more adrena- yourself smile, and take some deep breaths of the tained and sold human body parts, including heads, legs and a spine, line than others. Cross words are sometimes spoken. freshest air on the planet. and that some parts contained infectious diseases when they were Tears are not uncommon. But everyone is trying to do Honestly, some of us will get sick. Or already shipped around the globe. Megan Hess and her mother, Shirley Koch, what is right and in this community I see very little have. Or some have the virus and don’t even know. I were charged with six counts of mail fraud and three counts of illegal panic for which we should be grateful. talked to a local who obviously had caught the virus transportation of hazardous materials and allegedly made hundreds- I have seen fear, anger, desolation, frustration and and his description was not pretty. No one wants to of-thousands of dollars from 2010 to 2018 by selling the body parts resignation but not panic. Those making the deci- catch this thing and ride that wave. It sounded like the without permission and gave cremains of unidentified people to - sur sions and those having to deal with the decisions still last few days have been at times brutal but he broke viving family members. –information compiled from The Denver Post respect the greater good. People here seem to be smart the fever and is on the mend.

enough to know they don’t know everything. They So there are reasons for these draconian public —compiled by Kendra Walker do know they will make mistakes and admit it. They health measures and constant harping to maintain know we will probably lose a few of the vulnerable social distance and sanitary conditions. You can ones but the goal is to minimize that loss as much as spread the thing when you feel fine. And if it gets to possible. We all know we will be hurt financially but one of those most vulnerable in the community, it can few are whining about their economy collapsing in a have tragic consequences. So keep taking it seriously heap. The closest I came to tears this week was when and think not just of you and your friends, but of the Arden Anderson told us how many people he had greater good for the entire community. heard from who want to volunteer to help others in Owner: Crested Butte News, Inc. Publishers: Jill Clair and Melissa Fenlon Editor: Mark Reaman the valley. The call went out and is still being an- Staff Writers: Than Acuff, Katherine Nettles, Kendra Walker One of the incident leaders I’d never met was Copy Editor: Heather Harris Staff Photographers: Nolan Blunck, Robby Lloyd swered. There were almost too many kind and selfless talking to the main group of decision makers last Production Team: Kristin Fitzgerald, Nicole O’Connor, Jill Clair people who volunteered to help in anyway they Legals & Classifieds: Nicole O’Connor, Jill Clair Advertising: Josh Elmer, Pete Nichols week. At the end of the meeting he reminded the Distribution Manager: Craig Burbank Contributors: Bonnie Chlipala, Denis B. Hall, Alissa Johnson, could. Love. participants that everyone, absolutely everyone here, Steve Church, Stan Cola, Rob Brezsny, Sandy Fails, Tyler Hansen, Lynda Jackson Petito, John Norton, Mike Horn, Dawne Belloise, Molly Murfee, Polly Oberosler, Hannah Holm, Toni Todd, Nel Burkett is under extreme pressure. So he asked that you allow And frankly, if we are doing it right, a few them some grace and move forward. Amen. The Crested Butte News (ISSN # 0899-5761) is published weekly by Crested Butte News, months from now we’ll be talking about how much Inc.– P.O. Box 369, Crested Butte, CO 81224– 301 Belleview Ave. Unit A, Crested Butte, CO we all overreacted in Crested Butte and Gunnison be- 81224. Periodicals-class postage paid at Crested Butte, Colorado and additional mailing of- Allow everyone some grace…and move forward. fices. Subscription rates: Gunnison County, $45 per year, $80 two years, out of county, $49 cause so few people will have died. That’s the point. There is no doubt we are on a ride unlike per year, $88 two years; senior citizens receive a 10% discount per year. Office phone: (970) Before shit hits the fan, everything seems so over- anything we’ve seen. But this community will get 349-0500 Fax: (970)349-9876 Email: the-top alarmist. 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So I see the silver lining of this pandemic to be a benefit to our Mother Earth. Yet I am concerned for those who are food insecure and I will be giving food and/or money to the Gunnison Food Pantry. If you are able, please join me in this effort. Stay home, wash your hands and stay well!

Sincerely, Nancy Wicks, Round Mountain Institute bringing dreams home | bbre1.com Now it’s the airlines taking advantage of corporate socialism Dear Editor: to the financial crash of 2008 when poorly and In 2018 when the President gave a substantial sometimes managed corporations, i.e., the car corporate tax cut—going from a rate of 35 percent industry and corrupted elements of the financial to 21 percent—it was expected that they would industry, received enormous financial bail-outs. use this money to improve infrastructure and Corporate socialism appears to be thriving create more jobs. Instead, the airlines bought back in a nation that supposedly deplores socialism, their own stock thus increasing its value to you except perhaps when it benefits large corporations. and me… and then borrowed around $30 billion In 2018 direct subsidies to the fossil fuel industry This Week’s Featured Homesite Is #16 of cheap federal dollars to do the work the tax cut were roughly $20 billion while their net income for What is so special about this week’s featured homesite? was supposed to do. Now, the airlines are on the that year totaled $28 billion. hook to pay back the huge amount they borrowed You must be wondering how this can happen. This .56 acre homesite has protected open space to the east and are looking for a government bail-out to the Look no further than the men and women you and impressive views down the valley. tune of $80 billion. elected to Congress. If this looks like corporate socialism, funded Visit Aperture to see the incredible views and exceptional by you and me, you are correct and it is analogous Roy H. Smith amenities at Crested Butte’s new neighborhood. Take a break from the sales tax? ApertureCB.com Dear editor, would also make to-go orders from restaurants The Mountain Office Team I suggest the CB, Mt. CB and Gunnison Town that were required to close more affordable. Joel Vosburg & Charlie Farnan Councils and County Commissioners consider a We made the tourists leave, so now it’s only 970.209.1581 | 970.209.0609 sales tax holiday. locals paying the high tax rates meant for a tourist [email protected] [email protected] A temporary break on county and city sales town. Let’s give ourselves a break. The Mountain Ofﬁce 211 Elk Avenue taxes would provide relief for the hardworking, and displaced workers of our community. It Kirk O’Brien Share some love Gunnison Valley Friends: few virtual hellos. These would A few things.... be shared on their internal TV 1. I’d like to start a little system by their Life Enrichment STOCK UP video surge of kiddos, families Coordinator. or friends sending a few words We should probably keep of encouragement and apprecia- videos a few minutes or less to AT SOMA tion to our healthcare workers, be sure the files aren’t too large. first espondersr and public Our max able to receive is 25MB. CRESTED BUTTE DAILY SPECIALS health officials. They have done Send videos or photos to gun- Munchy Monday 10% off all edibles and drinks | Topical Tuesday 10% off all topicals an amazing job at creating an [email protected]. Wax Wednesday 10% off all wax | Thirsty Thursday 10% off all drinks infrastructure around this whole (This gmail account was created Freaky Friday 10% off all cartridges, disposable pens, and syringes situation in a short amount of in order for us to receive these time. It’s going to be a long jour- larger files.) Shatterday 10% off all shatter and live resin | Sunday Fun Day 10% off all bulk flower ney and I’m sure a few positive words from their Could be a fun activity for the community and friends would kids while out of school too! be welcomed. If you’d like to submit a video for them to see, Thanks, Gunnison! we will post it on the GVH em- Christina Lovelace ployee intranet. 2. We are also welcoming photos taken of fun activities, rec- reating with family, or anything that builds this community and brings smiles to our faces during this stressful time! These could be shared internally and/or on the Gunnison Valley Health FB page. 3. Another idea is videos for the residents of CRESTED BUTTE GUNNISON our nursing home 423 BELLEVIEW AVENUE 500 WEST HIGHWAY 50 #101 and assisted liv- 970.349.6640 970.642.4120 ing. They can’t have visitors BOTH STORES OPEN DAILY \\ MUST BE 21+ WITH VALID ID right now, and it might be a while. I’m sure they courtesy photo \\ SOMACOLORADO.COM \\ wouldn’t mind a 4 | March 20, 2020 NEWS Crested Butte News Commissioners CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 These strategies are based will overcome. We understand on the best available information the impacts and burdens of the and are developed with the best actions that have been taken. intentions to ensure we meet this The decisions to take these ac- challenge head on and overcome tions have not been taken lightly. it. These are not suggestions and The decisions made are to pro- it is imperative that we follow tect the residents of Gunnison these directions. There has been County and our visitors to the a call center developed if you best of our ability ensure we con- have questions as to what to do. tinue to have the services and There will be times when treatments necessary to mitigate we stumble, there will be times and minimize the impacts of this we make mistakes. We will learn virus. We continue to reach out from those mistakes and make to our federal and state partners adjustments as necessary. This to develop additional resources. is not a time for criticism or for Those resources include equip- PARKING PROBLEM? YUP: This is not what Elk Ave. should look like on a March evening. But it does. finding fault. This is a time for ment, medical supplies, testing photo by Mark reaman digging deep, working together kits, emergency aid, personnel and taking care of one another. and economic support for work- Gunnison County website and er. This may get worse before it this challenge head on. Together This will not be a sprint; it will ers and businesses. We have the Gunnison County Health gets better, but it will get better. we will push through to the oth- be a marathon. In understand- strong lines of communication and Human Services Facebook It will get better because we are er side of this. We have done it in ing that we need to prepare our- with our federal and state part- page and we encourage you to Gunnison County. A county and the past and we will do it now. selves for the challenges we will ners and will continue to ad- keep yourself informed and fol- a community that knows how to face in the next coming weeks vocate for support. There will low the guidance provided. We, work together in times of crisis, Jonathan Houck, Chairperson; and months ahead. This commu- continue to be regular and up your commissioners, are in this to take care of one another and to John Messner, Vice Chairperson; nity is strong and together we to date information on both the with you, we are in this togeth- take the steps necessary to meet Roland Mason, Commissioner

commercial and residential properties to —If you are sick, stay home. tine test. Your healthcare provider will consider waiving or delaying rent pay- —Cover your cough or sneeze with a assess your symptoms and risk for the CB Mayor ments for those whose income is impact- tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. disease based on guidance from the Col- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ed by this pandemic. —Clean and disinfect frequently orado Department of Public Health and Mountain Express has suspended We are challenged in our town more touched objects and surfaces using a reg- Environment. Since many of the illnesses operations, which we know will be a than many places in the world because of ular household cleaning spray or wipe. are mild, we expect most COVID-19 pa- hardship on some people. all our visitors from across the globe and What to do if you think you are tients will be isolated in their own home We do not take these decisions light- also because we like to travel as well. sick: to rest and recover. If possible, sleep in a ly and understand there are serious im- All of this increases our potential for —Stay home if you develop a fever, bedroom and use a bathroom that is not plications for families and businesses. exposure to the virus. Be aware of those cough or shortness of breath. used by other household members. The Council wants to support our busi- in your neighborhood who are more at —Wear a mask or cover your cough —There is no antiviral treatment for nesses the best we can during this time risk, those over 60, those who have had and sneeze. COVID-19. Getting rest and drinking and in that vein we encourage people respiratory difficulties in the past, and —Wash your hands frequently and plenty of fluids will likely be helpful for to shop local online when you can, eat perhaps those who are self-quarantin- don’t share personal items (drinking recovery. Only the most critically ill will take-out or buy gift cards to use another ing. Give them a hand if you can. glass or utensils) with others. be hospitalized. time. We need our individual businesses —Call your healthcare provider. Do Public Health officials also recom- I support these steps that have been to take precautions, sanitizing counters, not show up at a clinic, urgent care or the mend residents prepare for an emer- taken in an effort to raise awareness of constantly washing hands, etc. Please emergency department unannounced. gency that might require them to stay at the spread of this highly contagious vi- utilize the safety orders that have been —Your doctor’s office will assess home for several days, including having rus and limit the spread. During this provided by Gunnison County regard- your illness on the phone and provide food supplies, water, and medications. time there are still opportunities to main- ing limitations on group sizes and clean- information or guidance for you, house- tain some normalcy in our lives. We can ing protocols. hold members, and other close contacts. Crested Butte Town Council, Jim find ways to enjoy the outdoors while There will undoubtedly be an eco- —Testing for COVID-19 is not a rou- Schmidt, mayor following recommended advice for per- nomic effect on the town. I wish I could sonal safety, compare notes on keeping tell you how long this will last. I don’t minimize the spread of the virus. Please kids occupied and learning at home and think anyone has a grasp on that. keep up with the statements from the take time to call a neighbor to see if you While I do hope this issue resolves Mt. CB Mayor Gunnison County public information CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 can pick anything up for them while you quickly, it may be a while before life officer and any statements from your are out. returns to normal. Let’s not give up on We’ve been hard hit by COVID-19. town government, and follow their pre- The Town will continue providing hugs and hive fives, but try to make We have too many people who have test- cautionary recommendations and orders essential services though with limited them virtual for now. Feel free to reach ed positive or have symptoms and are as closely as possible. These are in place direct contact with the public. While we out to myself, council members or staff awaiting testing. for you, your family, your neighbor and cannot welcome the public into Town with any questions. In the meantime, I We have too many people who are everyone in the county. Hall at this time, we can take your calls, hope you will please join me in follow- going to be devastated by the physi- In keeping with these directives, I answer questions and take appointing the consistent advice of health offi- cal and financial impact. As one of the have canceled Mondays with the Mayor ments if the need arises. Snow plowing, cials around the world: leaders in the county, I am committed to until further notice. Marshals services and utilities will con- Protect yourself: doing what I can to protect—or at least I hope you will be careful, safe and tinue as usual to serve the community. —Wash your hands regularly, es- minimize—everyone from the impacts well. The Town has deferred the March pecially before eating or touching your of this terrible disease. 20 deadline for February sales tax due mouth and nose. Leaders across the county are work- Janet R. Farmer, Mayor, Mt. Crested to the Town until the March filing dead- —Avoid close contact with people ing together to develop the best plan to Butte line of April 20. I urge landlords for both who are sick. Mental Health Center makes room for increased call volume Moving appointments to organization has not seen an uptick in calls, the county’s call “Given the situation in Gunnison County and Crested video or phone center has received many inquiries from people stressed by Butte, we are moving all appointments to telephone or video their symptoms and the uncertainty of whether or not they so that we can continue to serve our clients even while our [ BY KATHERINE NETTLES ] have COVID-19 in the absence of definitive tests. Call center physical location is closed. We are outreaching our clients workers have worked to reassure people and encourage individually on this. We’d like to ensure the community As even the most unfazed of citizens have recently them to remain calm. The organizations are both working knows how to access crisis services,” Spalding writes. found themselves hoarding toilet paper or at least stock- to remain open and available to all community members as Commerford offers this advice as well: “It is an interesting up on food supplies, perusing news articles about the needed, while also pivoting to comply with county-wide ing time, and we have the opportunity to help shape how science and spread of COVID-19, and second-guessing any health and public safety restrictions on in-person meetings. it impacts us, especially our kids. It is important to engage newly developing cough, all while practicing social distanc- “Obviously, our first priority has been seeing clients,” in positive experiences with our children - playing board ing and facing economic fallout, it is undeniably a time of explains Mau. And for those who find themselves in need games, playing outdoors, spending family time. Find ways increased anxiety for most of the world. Now more than of a little extra support right now, Same Day Access is for to stay connected while keeping healthy and following the ever, mental health professionals find themselves offering new clients who are not in crisis but want to get started with public health orders. Talk on the phone instead of texting. support to people with new, developing or existing needs. services. Most important unplug if you can, listening to and watching Kirsten Mau, director of marketing and communica- The center’s CEO, Shelly Spalding, posted an update media right now can perpetuate stress and anxiety.” tions for the Center for Mental Health, says it has been a earlier this week, stating, “We have established an internal busy time for the center at a regional and local level. Kari COVID-19 Response Team composed of leaders from vari- Anyone experiencing a mental health crisis can call the Crisis Commeford director of the Gunnison County Substance ous areas of our organization to interact effectively with Line at (970) 252-6220, reach out to Colorado Crisis Services at Abuse Prevention Program (GCSAPP), said that while her state and local agencies across our six-county region.” 1-844-493-8255 or text “TALK” to 38255. Crested Butte News March 20, 2020 | 5 Looking for the most centralized and up-to-date information on COVID-19?

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If you are symptomatic, but otherwise ok, please self-report at www.gunnisoncounty.org/covid19 If you are symptomatic and worsening, please call the health hotline 970-641-7660 We ask that you not show up to the screening site until you call first. If it is an emergency, please call 911.

What to do if you are not feeling well: Current Closures: • Stay home! All libraries, schools, childcare centers, lodging establishments • Practice social distancing. (including vacation rentals), restaurants, and other retail businesses are • Wash your hands frequently and don’t share closed to the public. Restaurants can operate as take out/delivery only. personal items with others. Retail establishments may continue to operate through online • CALL FIRST! Do not show up at a clinic, or over-the-phone sales. All retail goods must be mailed or urgent care, emergency department, or delivered to the customer’s home or vehicle. screening site unannounced. • If you are experiencing symptoms, call your Businesses that are exempt from the closure orders include: healthcare provider or the health hotline at • Post office 970-641-7660. You will receive guidance on • Grocery stores what to do next. • Hardware stores • Medical service providers • Gas stations General Questions: • Discount department stores (Walmart & Dollar Tree) The phone lines are open at Crested Butte • Liquor stores & dispensaries Town Hall! Please call 970-349-5338 for general questions. You can also send an email The full public health order is posted to the website at to [email protected]. Please only www.gunnisoncounty.org/covid19 call the health hotline if you are experiencing symptoms.

Volunteer Information: Hungry kiddos? Free meals for kids 18 and under! Feeling healthy and have some Crested Butte Community School is providing FREE extra time on your hands? sack breakfast and sack lunch. Now is the perfect opportunity to help your • Available for pick-up Monday - Friday, 8 am to 9 am fellow community members. at pick-up/drop-off loop in the front parking lot at Crested Butte Community School All persons interested in volunteering should visit www.gunnisoncounty.org/covid19 and fill out the online form Please support local businesses: under the ‘volunteer’ tab. While we all enjoy the peace and quiet of off-season, this year hit way too early. Our beloved local businesses and non-profits can really use everyone’s help right now. Senior Services: • Call and ask! Many restaurants and retail stores are remaining Are you a senior in need of assistance? Food open for take-out or delivery. and prescription deliveries have already been • Buy gift cards! You know you’ll be back at your favorite establishments set up for the elderly populations. celebrating when this is all over. Get a gift card now and use it later. • For general delivery assistance call Senior • Donate to local non-profits if you can. Any amount helps! Transport Dispatch: 970-596-6700 • Young at Heart provides delivered meals three times a week: 970-641-2107 • If you are on Long Term Care Medicaid, Other Services: speak to your caseworker about For those who are isolated at home, there is a grocery and prescription Medicaid meal delivery: 970-641-3244 delivery service available. • To connect to this service, please contact the Senior Transportation Dispatch at 970-596-6700. What you can expect during this time: • Deliveries are available Monday - Friday, 9 am to 5 pm • Neighbors helping each other • It operates with the City Market ClickList program. • Streets plowed & sidewalks maintained If you haven’t used this program before, the dispatch center • Water from the faucet can assist with getting your order placed. • Beautiful views & quiet trails • Please plan your orders to last for a week or more so that we • More family time don’t clog up the service with small frequent deliveries. 6 | March 20, 2020 NEWS Crested Butte News AMAM SalvageSalvage RECLAIMED LUMBER/BARNWOOD Largest Selection and Best Prices in Colorado! Beautiful 1x12 circle sawn silver/gray siding! 9’’ lap and kiln dry available, preorder only. 1x7 “as-is”DF lap. Naily”1x6-14.’’ 1x6-12’’brown. “NEW” Rough sawn 2x and 3x brown lumber. Hand hewn slab siding. Long hand hewn timbers. Large Doug Fir, 8x10x30’+&10x10x30’+. 8x16x20. 12x12x20. 6x12’s. 3x10x20+. All DF. Free Delivery to Crested Butte, Open by Appointment in Gunnison. barnwoodamsalvage.com (970) 596-2407 [email protected]

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CBCS DEVICE HANDOUT: The Crested Butte Community School has been handing out laptops so that the students can continue their education online while being isolated during these very unsettling times. photo by Nolan Blunck

Take care of each other! County Commissioners extend

OBD IS CURRENTLY CLOSED emergency declaration for area We are here answering the phones, please give us a call to set up dog food orders or if you need Agrees to refund event is required to authorize this if it Birnie noted that the GVRHA help caring for your pets. We hope everyone is fees, working on extends beyond seven days. only has the authority to do that staying safe and healthy, and we look forward to “I am obviously recommend- for its own properties, which is seeing you and your fur family soon! economic relief ing that we stay in a state of emer- only Anthracite Place. Mason [ BY KATHERINE NETTLES ] gency, for all the benefits that said they are also speaking with 970-349-5047 www.ohbedogful.com provides us both in unifying our homeowners whose properties 336 Buckley Dr. Riverland (3 miles south of CB) • In their regularly scheduled executive structure and demands, the GVRHA manages. Mon - Fri 7:30am - 6:00pm | Sat & Sun 9am - 11:30pm • 2pm - 5pm and being eligible for [federal] re- “There are a lot of things in We are an environmentally conscious company. weekly meeting on Tuesday, Gunnison County commissioners imbursements,” said Birnie. play right now, and we are sup- unanimously passed a resolution Commissioner John Messner porting both employers and em- to extend the county’s declara- noted that the state of emergency ployees throughout the valley. tion of a state of emergency, ad- extension would be in place un- Throughout the valley, there has dressed returning fees to organ- til the board decides to formally been a sort of task force to look izers whose events have been retract it. This gives authority to at how we take significant steps Gunnison County Libraries will be closed until April cancelled and presented a united extend regular contracts beyond toward supporting our tour- 8, 2020, in cooperation with a Gunnison County commitment to work with and their assigned dates or scope, and ism businesses, both in the short Public Health Order. The closure will commence at for citizens in the coming weeks to reassign police, and roles for term and the long term that will the end of business on March 13, 2020. as the COVID-19 pandemic si- county officials as well. be meeting later today—virtu- multaneously affects local public “This is an unprecedented ally—for the economic crisis that Please take advantage of our online resources during health and economics. time. I am so grateful to Matthew inevitably is running parallel to this closure. We will not be allowing holds to be “We will continue to work for your work and for getting this this public health crisis. That is placed on materials. diligently for the community… in place when you did,” com- first and foremost on the commis- we are not separate from this,” mented commissioner Roland sioners minds,” said Messner. “To Due dates on all materials will be extended beyond said Gunnison County com- Mason. your point, Roland, the steps the reopening. Please help us by keeping materials at missioner Jonathan Houck at Gunnison County Public Housing Authority takes to sup- home until after we have reopened. the meeting’s onset. Houck ad- Works director Marlene Crosby port folks in the community is dressed the difficulty facing busi- engaged the commissioners in a just another example of the steps Please visit gunnisoncountylibraries.org for updates ness owners, families and others discussion about how to handle that we all need to take holisti- and additional information, as it becomes available. during this period of isolation for events fees when the county has cally as we deal with and as we the community in efforts to curb to cancel an event. The commis- come out of this.” the spread of the virus. “We are sioners authorized a refund of The meeting was held as also small business owners and the associated fees for all things a remote one; however Houck parents. We consider very care- cancelled due to COVID-19 pub- and commissioner Messner at- fully the decisions we have made, lic health restrictions on public tended in person at the county and we understand the gravity of gatherings. courthouse along with the county the situation for everyone. They Mason reported as a member manager, administrative assistant are having the same effects on us of the Gunnison Valley Regional Elizabeth Mense, county attorney as well,” he said. Housing Authority board of di- David Baumgarten and the Pub- Commissioners agreed to ex- rectors that the GVRHA is look- lic Works director. Commissioner tend indefinitely the emergency ing into potential ways to extend Roland Mason called in, as did all declaration that the county man- rent payment due dates, spread media and members of the pub- ager made last week. The board out payments over a couple lic. months and/or waive late fees. Over-snow travel and private property on the Gunnison ALL COURSES National Forest coming into conflict up Kebler GOING ONLINE The Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunni- they do not trespass. son National Forests’ Gunnison Ranger District Recreationalists are also encouraged to MARCH 23 - APRIL 3 reminds all forest users to please respect private download a mobile map application for use dur- property and not trespass. ing backcountry travel. Two popular map apps Residents in the Kebler Pass area, including are www.cbgtrails.com and www.avenza.com, the Floresta and Lake Irwin communities, have which can be used with limited to no cellular recently reported unauthorized motorized over- service. snow travel onto private property. Responsible recreation practices are the du- A large amount of public recreation areas ties of all public land users. Please help us be Discover Western, Discover Yourself. are adjacent to private property. Forest users are good neighbors. asked to consult posted trailhead maps to con- With any questions please contact the Gun- firm their location and route of travel to ensure nison Ranger District at (970) 641-0471. Crested Butte News NEWS March 20, 2020 | 7

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Pet au Pairs has started a disaster fund for pet owners who need a little MIGHT AS WELL SMILE: The Majestic Theatre crew took the opportunity to bring a chuckle to people as help providing for their pets during they shut down their operation. photo by Nolan Blunck PET SITTING & DOG TRAINING this financially challenging time. We have pet food and cat litter available as well as funds to help with vet expenses. Please pass the word that anyone struggling can contact Meg Crested Butte Mountain Resort at [email protected] and we will get you what you need! No judgement and your identity will remain closed for remainder of the season anonymous. Please also contact Meg if you’d like to donate supplies or Uphill access permitted, funds to support the cause. Nordic trails remain open 970-497-4761 • [email protected] • petaupairs.com [ BY KENDRA WALKER ]

Vail Resorts announced on Tuesday that all of its North American resorts and retail stores, including Crested Butte Mountain Resort, would remain closed for the remainder of the 2019/20 season “amidst the continued challenges associated with the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).” Local, Professional & CBMR senior communications specialist Will Shoemaker shared with the Crested Butte Experienced! News that uphill/skinning access CBMR Executive Chef Steven Vlass hands a box of food to Mountain on the mountain will be allowed Roots volunteer Logan Cook. While the food will be distributed by the until further notice, but no sled- Gunnison Country Food Pantry, it was delivered to cold storage space ding. CBMR on Wednesday also operated by Mountain Roots on the south side of Gunnison. donated most of the remaining photo by Will Shoemaker Gary Huresky perishable food from the resort, a truck full of food estimated at Executive director Christie Hicks hang onto skis for an extended 970.209.2421 more than 2,000 lbs., to the Gun- said rentals and passes are still time. [email protected] nison Country Food Pantry to available online, and an employee “We’re still figuring things help serve folks in need during will set them outside for you. She out but I think it is extremely im- this time. also said that the Nordic Center portant to keep trails open and CrestedButteHomes.com The Crested Butte Nordic is looking into moving to long- equipment available as long as Center has closed, but grooming term rentals sometime in the next possible for our community,” said continues and trails remain open. week, so season pass holders can Hicks.

ing no more than eight passengers on any trip. Professional emergency management groups HONDECK Drastic measures have formed to assist with county-wide updates, S CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 protocols and resources related to COVID-19, and FINANCIAL SERVICES Elected officials and stakeholders are holding hundreds of community members have volunteered emergency teleconference meetings and meeting their time to helping those in need of information, electronically on a daily basis with county-wide rep- health services and quarantine supplies. The 25-bed & INSURANCE resentatives. Local officials are talking to the gov- Gunnison Valley Hospital is planning for a surge of ernor and federal officials looking at how to soften patients as the virus expands and impacts some of the blow of an economic crash that is shutting down the estimated 3,0000 “vulnerable members” of the Commercial business many rely on to make it to the summer. valley population. As of Wednesday, twoLife people • Health • Disability A county public health order has closed res- had been hospitalized as a result of the virus and & Business taurants and retail except for takeout and delivery at least 239 people in the county are self-reporting services, prohibited all gatherings and events of 10 COVID-19 symptoms. Long-term Care • Annuities people or more and directed visitors of Gunnison In the midst of a world-wide pandemic, our Coverage County to leave and go home. Social distancing and mountain town has perhaps felt the effects of this including Worker’s Comp self-quarantine are terms we’ve become very famil- coronavirus differently than other areas Retirementof -the na Plan Design iar with, limiting our contact with others to a dis- tion. Local leaders scramble to stay ahead of the Introducing Andy Albershardt tance of at least 6 feet. Employees are working from spread in an effort to try to “flatten the curve” so 1977 Western State Grad home if they can, and joint phone calls and video that not everyone gets sick at once. No doubt they’re conferences have become the new normal as we in- working tirelessly to keep residents healthyEmployment and safe Andy Been Benefitin the industry and servicing Design teract and touch base with our peers. in an environment of constant flux and change. But clients’ commercial needs since 1989. Crested Butte Mountain Resort has closed early the valley has felt the impacts elsewhere; economi- for the season and travel in and out of the region is cally, socially and mentally as we watch a strange, in jeopardy with flights and transportation options foreign town temporarily take the place of the vi- Serving the Gunnison being cut back for the unforeseeable future. The brant community that we love. And whatever 970-641-4700 Mountain Express transit system has been shuttered. another 10 days from now looks like, our hearty 114 N. Boulevard St. Suite 106 Gunnison The RTA commuter buses, that primarily transports community will take it one step at a time and get areaLocal sinceService Since 1994. 1994. workers between the two ends of the valley are tak- through it together. CO1998070012612001 114 N. Boulevard, Suite 102 641-4700 8 | March 20, 2020 NEWS Crested Butte News

PSYCHOTHERAPY, EMDR, MENTAL HEALTH NUTRITION Gunnison Hospital stands ready Holistic solutions utilizing traditional psychotherapies along with Amino Acids and diet to help you attain and maintain your ideal state of wellness. to deal with surge of coronavirus Now Offering Teletherapy, Accepting Medicaid Hoping for the best but Darlene Egelhoff, MA, LAC, LPC planning for the worst www.ascentcounselingcolorado.com [ BY MARK REAMAN ] 970-209-9086 There are 25 beds for patients in the Gunnison Valley Hospital. There are six total ventilators available with two more purchased but not yet delivered. As of Wednesday, March 18 there were four occupied beds in the hospital, 2 related to COVID-19, and no one using a ventilator. That is not expected to remain the case, given the outbreak of (970) 642-4119 • M-F / 8:30-5:30 coronavirus in the county. [email protected] Gunnison Valley Health chief nursing officer Andrew Bertapelle said the spread of the coronavirus in Gunnison County is a “moving target that is changing day by day and hour by hour.” The local facility is licensed as a 25-bed critical access hospi- A special publication of the Crested Butte News tal. “We do not have ICU [Inten- sive Care Unit] beds or capabil- ity,” Bertapelle said. “Right now, Restoring the Sopris Cabin we have the appropriate emer- courtesy photo gency department and medical-

Sustainable surgical capacity, but don’t forget Building we take a lot of people with vari- have,” he continued. “Normally the time and the severity of their ous medical conditions that have if we need extra help, we can symptoms.” nothing to do with COVID-19. usually call other Western Slope With basically six ventila- Made in CB We generally have the facilities hospitals and get people. They do tors in the hospital, Bertapelle ThePeakCB.com 2020-2021 to address our needs and then the same with us. But everyone is admitted the crisis comes when a some, but obviously this situa- going through the same thing so seventh patient is in need of one. tion is a first.” staffing will be hard. We want to How long a person needs a venti- 2 UNITS AVAILABLE Bertapelle said the hospital keep our staff safe, healthy and lator is patient-specific. “The big Kristi 970-209-2670 | Scott 970-209-2281 staff and administration have at work so we can flex up. That’s fear is that it all comes at once made plans to address escalat- the goal.” and there aren’t enough beds and ing situations and extra precau- there aren’t enough ventilators. tions are happening right now. We hope and pray we don’t end “We don’t know what a surge of up there, but we are definitely patients will look like,” he said. looking at all the resources avail- “We don’t want the Eagle County able to us in the state.” scenario I read about where there Bertapelle said the response were 20 critical ICU patients with from a community level has been six beds.” The real limiting incredible. “To be ahead of the Normally, if someone comes factor is the curve is a good thing so we hope into GVH needing ICU care, the that puts us in a better place,” he local staff transfers them to a number of said. “We are hoping for the best hospital that can handle the in- healthcare staff but planning for the worst. All Clean, Dust Free Environment tensity of care, such as Grand we have. the state officials who have ob- Junction or the Front Range. Ber- served what we are doing have 469 Riverland Drive tapelle explained that his staff said they’re impressed by what contacts the potential receiving Andrew Bertapelle we’ve done and how we have co- hospital and asks to be notified Gunnison Valley Hospital ordinated our efforts.” when an ICU bed is available, chief nursing officer One success seen directly at which generally, but not always, the hospital is that the emergency occurs pretty fast. department has been normalized “So it happens all year long with the creation of the screening and there are times it can be a bit stations and call center. “That has before a bed is open,” said Ber- been very helpful to us,” he not- tapelle. “That is, before the coro- ed. “Things are normal in the ED navirus. So we expect the bed since offsite screening stations availability will decrease and we were established.” are actively monitoring the sta- Bertapelle said looking at the Bertapelle said being a part tus of hospitals in our area. That cases and testing in the commu- of the camaraderie has been will be a challenge for us. We are nity is interesting since tests are amazing. “For me, it’s all about hoping the community continues being rationed so conservatively. people coming together,” he re- to do a great job with the social He said the true prevalence of the flected. “This is the time to come isolation piece and the vulner- virus in the community would be together. This is why I moved able population within the com- known if everyone were able to here, to be in a place where peo- munity doesn’t get sick.” get a test. That isn’t possible be- ple support each other. Not eve- The hospital does have a cause of the lack of testing kits. rything will work perfectly but “surge plan” that has been de- “What we know is that the we are trying. Like C.J. [Malcolm, veloped, due to the circumstanc- virus is prevalent in the commu- incident commander] said, we es. Bertapelle said the hospital nity. The question now is how all need to give everyone some is identifying alternative sites seriously people are taking the grace and we’ll come out better where patients can be placed. “It county order to stay isolated. If than some other communities in is similar to a huge national dis- there are 3,000 vulnerable people the state. aster we have trained for where in the community, that is who we “Right now, we’re in a good patients will have to go to other are all trying to protect. That’s place at the hospital,” he contin- places in the area. We are looking the risk focus. We will do what ued. “That could change when at all the options. we can to deal with them when we’re done talking, however. As “The real limiting factor is they come into the hospital, de- we’ve seen, things can change the number of healthcare staff we pending on the circumstances at hour by hour, day by day.” Crested Butte News NEWS March 20, 2020 | 9 Local non-profits adapt to COVID-19’s impacts “This one really got us” ous to our neighbors in need,” Dix says. the year. This event revenue is so critical step is. “Restaurants that are closing are donat- to our budget that we have a registration “This close to the race, our cancel- [ BY KRISTY ACUFF ] ing their produce and other food to help refund policy that covers cancellation lation/refund policy states that we will others. Experience shows that when the due to weather or certain other perils,” refund 25 percent of registration fees if a Across the Gunnison Valley, the im- community is alerted that the pantry is says Crested Butte Nordic executive di- racer wants to drop. In the event of can- pacts of the COVID-19 virus are being felt running low on food, donations and cash rector Christie Hicks. “However, it does cellation due to weather, our main con- by schools, businesses and local govern- contributions will come.” not cover illness or epidemics, nor does cern up to this point, we have a separate ments. The valley’s non-profits are not Donations are gratefully accepted it cover state- or county-issued mandates registration protection policy that would immune to the impacts either and are most mornings and during open hours in like the one we are facing. So we are try- refund 100 percent of participant’s regis- cancelling events, losing revenue, feeling the afternoons or by arrangement. ing to determine what to do in terms of tration fees, but that unfortunately does staff shortages and holding their -collec While the pantry is anticipating a refunds.” not apply to this crazy scenario,” Hicks tive breath until the pandemic passes. growing need for its services, many of Hicks says the event was full, with acknowledges. “We never anticipated The Gunnison Country Food Pantry the valley’s other non-profits are experi- 250 teams registered and another 30 on this situation, even though the board and has not seen a surge in demand from val- encing funding shortfalls and decreased the wait list. Crested Butte Nordic was I pride ourselves on anticipating, and be- ley residents yet, but is bracing for that activity as a result of early closures and hoping to pull it off since the event is out- ing prepared for, many unlikely scenari- possibility while undergoing volunteer cancelled fundraising events. doors, but with the closing of both CBMR os, hence the registration refund policy. shortages. Katie Dix, executive director The Adaptive Sports Center closed and the Aspen ski area, and the county This one really got us. for the pantry, reports that this week, 45 its doors three weeks early, resulting in limiting gatherings to no more than ten “Some of our would-be racers have families visited the pantry, numbers that 700 lessons being cancelled and more people, there was no choice. already offered to let us keep their race fee are on par with 2019. However, Dix an- than $75,000 of lost revenue as a result, “We were hopeful that because we as a donation, understanding that we face ticipates the need to grow as local busi- according to Adaptive executive director were an outdoor event we might be able tough times ahead. However, we assume nesses shut their doors and people are out Chris Hensley. to pull it off. We were going to have the that many others are in difficult finan- of work. “The decision to close was made by racer meeting online, space everyone out cial positions themselves right now, and Dix reports, “In 2019, recipients vis- staff and was supported by our board,” at the start, etc.,” she says. “By the time would like to see some money refunded ited the pantry 7,000 times. The pantry is writes Hensley. “We were concerned the governor gave the order it was clear or rolled to next year,” Hicks says. “So expecting to see a dramatic increase in the about bringing our clients (many of we would not be permitted to have the we are trying to figure out a percentage number of those in need. The longer peo- whom fall into the higher risk category) event, even with precautions.” of registration fees that we can refund, ple are out of work, the greater the worry into the valley where our healthcare sys- Crested Butte Nordic is still grappling while still ensuring that we are here to and fear associated with food insecurity tem may be overwhelmed. We needed to with how to accommodate the would-be host the race next year. Many costs have will be.” do our part by limiting the interaction racers who paid $420 per team to register. already been realized. Rolling team regis- To accommodate the need and to between people, so we decided to close Some participants have donated the fee to trations over to next year is more compli- maintain social distancing, the pantry is our doors before it was mandated by the the Nordic Center and others are willing cated than we’d like, but we are looking serving only one recipient at a time and county.” to roll it into next year’s race registration at all our options.” extra care is being taken about distanc- Staff at Adaptive will continue to be but for many, it is not clear what the next CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 ing and cleaning surfaces between recipi- paid their regular rate for the rest ents. Dix adds, “Innovative approaches of the season, thanks to the reserve to distribution will evolve as the county fund, according to Hensley. mandates change. The pantry will be col- Hensley is concerned about the laborating with the Department of Health virus’ impacts on the local and na- and Human Services to provide and de- tional economies and the ripple effect liver food assistance to seniors and those on Adaptive’s fundraising events like quarantined with COVID-19.” the Crested Butte Open and the Bridg- In addition, the virus is causing staff- es of the Butte townie tour. “With the ing shortages at the pantry, which relies state of the economy, our fundraising heavily on senior citizen volunteers, most will likely take a hit,” Hensley says. of whom have been advised to stay home. “Thanks to our supporters, our long According to Dix, “The majority of pantry history of success and our prudent staff are citizens 60 years old and older financial management, we are confi- who have been advised to stay home or dent that we will see it through.” Western Colorado University students For now, Adaptive plans to re- who have already gone home.” sume training for summer program- The pantry currently needs healthy ming in May, with participants sched- volunteers to help with food pickups uled to arrive beginning in June. around town five mornings a week or to Crested Butte Nordic faces an help prepare the pantry for distributions uphill challenge as it negotiates the on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday impacts of cancelling the 2020 Grand mornings. Anyone willing to help should Traverse race, which it announced on call the pantry at (970) 641-4156. March 13. The race was scheduled for The Al Johnson uphill downhill telemark race benefits the CB Avalanche Center. “The Gunnison County community March 28-29. photo by Nolan Blunck is proving to be considerate and gener- “This is our biggest fundraiser of

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Another locals’ favorite, the Al John- son Memorial uphill downhill telemark Non-profits race, will not happen this season but aside CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 from the negative impact on local morale, the financial impact is minimal. The race KBUT public radio was forced to post- is a fundraiser for the Crested Butte Ava- pone its largest annual fundraiser, Soul lanche Center and according to Than Acuff, Train Night, as a result of Governor Polis’ CBAC executive director, “We don’t make March 13 ban on any gathering of more than too much money as a result of the Al John- 250 people. That ban now applies to much son. It was always more about keeping the smaller gatherings. Jackson Petito, execu- tradition alive and going, but we do need tive director of KBUT, hopes to reschedule every dollar.” the disco dance party for possibly June or With the closure of the ski area, more more likely, September, this year. The wild- locals are heading to the backcountry and ly popular party sells out at 1,000 tickets Acuff encourages everyone to stay safe and every year, the maximum allowed by the utilize the CBAC resource. “We recognize Crested Butte Fire Protection District. that the closure of the ski area will bring “Soul Train sells out every year, and more people into the mountains to keep we had already sold about 300 tickets four skiing and we ask everyone to continue weeks out from the scheduled date, so an- to check the daily bulletin, to continue to other sell-out was assured,” says Petito. practice proper backcountry safety proto- “Soul Train is consistently our largest fun- cols and to keep observations coming in,” draising event every year. We will take a he advises. hit, but are confident that our community From one end of the valley to the other, will help us stay on the air, especially as we non-profits are feeling the pinch, thanks to demonstrate the value of live local news the closures and demands mandated by and information during these unprecedent- the pandemic. “These are definitely daunt- ed events. I also expect we’ll more than ing times for us and the community as a KBUT’s Soul Train event. photo by Nolan Blunck make the shortfall up when we finally get whole for the near future, but we will pull to have the party later this year.” through this,” concludes Hensley.

COMMUNITY calendar THURSDAY, MARCH 19–WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25 • 5:30-7 p.m. Moms in Motion class at the GVH rehab gym. THURSDAY 19 SATURDAY 21 • 6-7:15 p.m. Prana Vinyasa / CB Yoga Co-Op at Town Hall. • 7-7:45 a.m. Guided Meditation (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • 7:30 a.m. Open AA: Big Book Study at UCC, 403 Maroon Ave. 349-5711. • 6:30-8 p.m. Women’s Domestic Violence Support Group at Project Hope. Childcare • 8:30 a.m. Women’s book discussion group at UCC. • 8:30-10 a.m. Vinyasa Yoga (level 2/3) at Thrive Yoga. available upon request. 641-2712. • 8:45-10 a.m. Prana Vinyasa (level 2) at Thrive Yoga • 9-10 a.m. Mindful Flow / CB Yoga Co-op at Town Hall. • 7:30 p.m. Open AA: Favorite Reading Discussion at UCC, 403 Maroon Ave. 349-5711. • 8:45-10 a.m. Vinyasa Flow / CB Yoga Co-op at Town Hall. • 9-10:30 a.m. Community Yoga at the Sanctuary Yoga & Pilates Studio, Gunnison. • 7:30 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous meets at 114 N. Wisconsin St. in Gunnison. • 9-10:15 a.m. Heated Vinyasa (level 1/2) at Thrive Yoga in CB South. • 10-1 1 a.m. Hip Hop Community Dance Class in the Pump Room (above Fire House on • 10:30-1 1:45 a.m. Yoga Fundamentals (open level) at Thrive Yoga. 3rd & Maroon). 415-225-5300. TUESDAY 24 • 1 1 a.m. Weekly storytime at Townie Books. 349-7545. • 10:30-1 1:45 a.m. Slow Flow (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • 6-7 a.m. Sunrise Vinyasa (open level) at Thrive Yoga in CB South. • 1 1:30 a.m. Duplicate Bridge at UCC. 349-1008. • 10:30 a.m.-noon St. Mary’s Garage, a free thrift store. 300 Belleview, Unit 2, on the south • 7-7:45 a.m. Zen Meditation (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • noon All Saints in the Mountain Episcopal Church Community Healing Service at Queen end of 3rd Street. 970-318-6826. (closed until April 2) • 7:30 a.m. Open AA/Alanon: Meditation Book at UCC, 403 Maroon Ave. 349-5711. of All Saints Catholic Church. 349-9371. • 2 p.m. Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum’s Walking Tours. (runs thru March 28) • 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Free Co-Working Tuesdays at the ICELab at WSCU. • noon-1:15 p.m. Vinyasa (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • 4:30-5:30 p.m. Happy Hour Yoga (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • 8:30-10:30 a.m. St. Mary’s Garage, a free thrift store. 300 Belleview, Unit 2, on the south • noon-1 p.m. Lunch Break Yoga / CB Yoga Co-Op at Town Hall. • 6:30 p.m. Open AA: Literature at UCC, 403 Maroon Ave. 349-5711. end of 3rd Street. 970-318-6826. (closed until April 2) • 1-3 p.m. Tech Time at the Crested Butte Library. 349-6535. • 6:30-7:30 p.m. Guided Sound Meditation at 405 4th Street. • 8:45-10 a.m. Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga / CB Yoga Co-op at Town Hall. • 2-3 p.m. Therapeutic Yoga (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • 7-9 p.m. Dungeons & Dragons Mixer at Rumors Coffee and Tea House. • 8:45-10 a.m. Vinyasa (level 2/3) at Thrive Yoga. • 4 p.m. Free tour of the new Center for the Arts building. 349-7487. • 10:30-1 1:45 a.m. Yoga Fundamentals (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • 4-5:30 p.m. St. Mary’s Garage, a free thrift store. 300 Belleview, Unit 2, on the south end SUNDAY 22 • 1 1:30 a.m. League of Women Voters meeting at 210 W. Spencer in Gunnison. of 3rd Street. 970-318-6826. (closed until April 2) • 8:30 a.m. Mass at Queen of All Saints Catholic Church. • noon Closed AA: Came to Believe at UCC, 403 Maroon Ave. 349-5711. • 5:30-6:45 p.m. Restorative Yoga (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • 8:45 a.m. Slow Flow (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • noon-1 p.m. Open Practice (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • 5:30-6:45 p.m. Vinyasa Yoga (level 2) at Thrive Yoga in CB South. • 9 a.m. Oh Be Joyful Church Worship Service (in-person services currently suspended - • noon-1 p.m. Fluid Flow Vinyasa / CB Yoga Co-Op at Town Hall. • 6 p.m. Talk to a Lawyer: Free legal information clinic sponsored by the Northwest Colora- streaming online at objc.churchonline.org). • 2-3 p.m. Therapeutic Yoga (open level) at Thrive Yoga. do Legal Services Project at the Queen of All Saints Catholic Church. 970-668-9612. • 9 a.m. Worship Service at Union Congregational Church. 349-6405. • 4 p.m. Free tour of the new Center for the Arts building. 349-7487. (every third Thursday of the month) • 9:30-1 1 a.m. Sunday Donation Yoga / CB Yoga Co-op at Town Hall. • 4-5:30 p.m. St. Mary’s Garage, a free thrift store. 300 Belleview, Unit 2, on the south end • 6-7:15 p.m. Restorative & Sound Healing (open level) at Thrive Yoga in CB South. • 10-1 1:15 a.m. Vin-Yin (open level) at Thrive Yoga in CB South. of 3rd Street. 970-318-6826. • 6:30 p.m. Open AA: Step Meditation at UCC, 403 Maroon Ave. 349-5711. • 10:30-1 1:45 a.m. Vinyasa (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • 6-7:15 p.m. Prana Vinyasa (level 1) at Thrive Yoga in CB South. • 7:30 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous meets at 114 N. Wisconsin St. in Gunnison. • noon Narcotics Anonymous Meeting at UCC, 403 Maroon Ave. Closed meeting for addicts • 6-8 p.m. Figure Drawing Sessions with live model in Downtown Crested Butte. 303-359- only. (1st & 3rd Sundays) 0166. FRIDAYPLEASE 20 CONTACT EACH• 2-3:15 p.m. Restorative ORGANIZATION Yoga (open level) at Thrive Yoga. FOR• 7 p.m.CURRENT Alanon meeting at the Last Resort. STATUS • 6-7:15 a.m. Hip Hop Vinyasa at Thrive Yoga in CB South. • 4-5:30 p.m. Therapeutic Yoga (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • 7-8:15 p.m. Yin Yoga Nidra / CB Yoga Co-Op at Town Hall. • 7-8:15 a.m. Rise and Align Yoga (level 2) at ThriveOF Yoga. LISTINGS• 5-6 DUE p.m. All Saints in TOthe Mountain THEEpiscopal Eucharist CURRENT at Queen of All Saints Catholic •SITUATION. 7-8 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous meeting in Sunset Hall, 349 Teocalli Ave. in CB South. • 8:45 a.m. Core Power Yoga Class at the Pump Room. Church. 349-9371. • 7-8:15 p.m. Vinyasa Yoga (level 2/3) at Thrive Yoga. • 8:45-10 a.m. Yoga for the Flexibly Challenged / CB Yoga Co-op at Town Hall. • 5-7 p.m. Pick-up Adult Basketball. HS Gym, CBCS. • 8:45-10 a.m. Prana Vinyasa (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • 6 p.m. Open AA: Discussion at UCC, 403 Maroon Ave. 349-5711. WEDNESDAY 25 • 9-10:15 a.m. Heated Soul Flow (level 1/2) at Thrive Yoga in CB South. • 6 p.m. Duplicate Bridge at UCC. 349-1008. • 6-7 a.m. Iyengar Yoga (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • 10:30-1 1:45 a.m. Iyengar Yoga (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • 6 p.m. Evening Service at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, 711 N. Main St., Gunnison. • 7:30 a.m. The Crested Butte / Mt. Crested Butte Rotary Club breakfast meeting in the • noon Closed AA: Living Sober at UCC, 403 Maroon Ave. 349-5711. • 7-8 p.m. Guided Meditation (all levels) at Thrive Yoga. Shavano Conference Room at the Elevation Hotel. • noon SMART Recovery Meeting at the Center for Mental Health in Crested Butte (in • 7:30-8:30 a.m. Sound Healing and Meditation (open level) at Thrive Yoga. the Ore Bucket Building). SMART is a non-spiritual, therapy-based recovery program for MONDAY 23 • 8:45-10 a.m. Vinyasa Flow / CB Yoga Co-op at Town Hall. people desiring abstinence from all addictions. Open to the public. Call Erin with questions • 6-7:15 a.m. Hip Hop Vinyasa at Thrive Yoga in CB South. • 8:45-10 a.m. Kundalini Yoga (open level) at Thrive Yoga. at 970-349-4609. • 6:30-7:30 a.m. Vinyasa (level 2/3) at Thrive Yoga. • 9-10:15 a.m. Advanced Vinyasa (level 2/3) at Thrive Yoga in CB South. • 12:15-1:30 p.m. Vinyasa Yoga (level 2/3) at Thrive Yoga. • 8:45-10 a.m. Vinyasa Flow Yoga / CB Yoga Co-op at Town Hall. • 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Two Buttes Senior Citizens van transportation roundtrip to Gunnison, • 1 p.m. Art group meets at the Senior Center. 641-4529. • 8:45-10 a.m. Prana Vinyasa (level 2) at Thrive Yoga. weather permitting. Call first for schedule and availability. 275-4768. • 3-5 p.m. Tech Time at the Crested Butte Library. 349-6535. • 10:30-1 1:45 a.m. Iyengar (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • 10:30 a.m.-noon Prana Vinyasa (level 2/3) at Thrive Yoga. • 5:30 p.m. Communion Service at Queen of All Saints Catholic Church. • 12:15 p.m. Adult Children of Alcoholics open meeting. Please call Jessica for schedule, • noon Closed AA: 12 to 12 at UCC, 403 Maroon Ave. 349-5711. • 6-7 p.m. Poi Playshop at the Pump Room. 970-641-6095 (not every Monday). • noon T’ai Chi for beginner participants in the Town Hall Community Room. • 6-7:15 p.m. Vin-Yin Yoga (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • 12:45 p.m. Bridge at the Senior Center. 641-4529. • 1 p.m. T’ai Chi for advanced participants in the Town Hall Community Room. • 2-3:15 p.m. Kundalini Yoga (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • 2-3 p.m. Iyengar Restorative (open level) at Thrive Yoga. • 4-5 p.m. Teen Yoga (18 & under) at Thrive Yoga. • 3:30-5 p.m. ICELab tours at Western Colorado University with Patrick Rowley. • 4-7:30 p.m. Tang Soo Do classes for children and adults with West Elk Martial Arts, Jerry’s • 4:30-6:30 p.m. Parenting Support Group in the Gunnison Valley Health Conference KIDS calendar Gym at Town Hall. 901-7417. Room, [email protected]. • 5:30 p.m. Communion Service at Queen of All Saints Catholic Church. • 4-7:30 p.m. Tang Soo Do classes for children and adults with West Elk Martial Arts, Jerry’s • 4:45 p.m. Tang Soo Do classes for • 5:30-6:45 p.m. Yin Yoga Nidra (open level) at Thrive Yoga. Gym at Town Hall. 901-7417. FRIDAY 13 juniors at Town Hall. 901-7417. • 6-7:15 p.m. Heated Vinyasa (level 2) at Thrive Yoga in CB South. • 10-10:45 a.m. Storytime! For All Ages at • 6-7:15 p.m. Gentle Hatha / Yoga Nidra / CB Yoga Co-op at Town Hall. the Crested Butte Library. 349-6535. WEDNESDAY 18 • 6:30 p.m. Open Alanon: Steps, Traditions, Concepts & Discussion at UCC, 403 Maroon • 4-5 p.m. Tang Soo Do Martial Arts • 11-11:30 a.m. Baby & Toddler Storytime proudly sponsored by Ave. 349-5711. classes for youth with West Elk Martial (ages birth-3) at the Crested Butte • 7-8 p.m. Gamblers Anonymous meets at Oh Be Joyful Church. Arts, Town Hall Fitness Room. 901- Library. 349-6535. • 7-9 p.m. “GriefShare,” a grief recovery seminar and support group, meets at Mt. Calvary 4-5 p.m. (ages 8 & under) 7417. • Kids Yoga at Lutheran Church, 711 N. Main St., Gunnison. 970-349-7769. Thrive Yoga. MONDAY 16 • 4-7:30 p.m. Tang Soo Do classes for • 3:45-5 p.m. Messy Mondays! at the children and adults with West Elk Martial Crested Butte Library. 349-6535. Arts, Jerry’s Gym at Town Hall. 901- • 4-7:30 p.m. Tang Soo Do classes for 7417. THE CRESTED BUTTE LIBRARY HOURS: children and adults with West Elk Martial • 4:45 p.m. Tang Soo Do classes for 116 6th Street | Crested Butte | CO 81224 Arts, Jerry’s Gym at Town Hall. 901- juniors at Town Hall. 901-7417. 970-349-0170 Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. • Friday: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 7417. Saturday: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. • Sunday: 1-5 p.m. Crested Butte News March 20, 2020 | 11 Pastimes of Grounded Geezers How to enjoy being still skin up the mountain. There North Fork Valley restau- sequestered are lots of sledding hills in town rants and such. to slide down and bring out your [ BY DAWNE BELLOISE ] inner child. It’s still peak season bike for snowmobiling in the back- Grab your townie It was actually rather sweet country. You can Nordic ski or and head up Peanut Lake that the local governments took snowshoe out to Gothic, up the Road, Kebler, the moun- on the roll of mom and grounded Slate or Washington Gulch for tain or just gently cruise all its senior citizens over the age close destinations. around town. Road biking of 60. It makes a statement that Al Smith is still grooming is great this time of year the community values its elders Cement Creek for Nordic skiing and so is fatbiking, which and moves to protect them. and snowshoeing. The Crested you can do on the Nordic In this mountain town, many Butte Nordic Center is still trails. of our sexagenarians and older grooming their trails and plans are in far better shape than most to continue through April 12 and four walls and more Americans in their 40s, but the possibly longer, as long as condi- You don’t ever have COVID-19 virus that has ravaged tions allow. Executive director to be alone or without the world and thrown us into Christy Hicks says, “It’s impor- conversation with today’s a full-on lockdown can wreak tant, now more than ever, that we technology and social havoc with the healthiest seniors, continue to get people outside, media. Between Viber, Get out in the sun but socially isolate yourself from others. and just as important, strain our so we’re going to do everything Skype, Zoom, Facetime, photo by Mark Reaman limited medical resources, hence possible to make trails and equip- Facebook and Messenger the reason to sequester yourself, ment available to people.” and a multitude of com- Boomer. There are free trails open to puter and phone apps, you these services. The Community museums-with-virtual-tours. If you need assistance, sup- the public as well—Town Ranch can have a virtual cocktail party Yoga Co-op is offering some plies, food or medications, even on the east side of town loops out with all your friends in a group classes streaming live. Thrive LEARN TO MAKE JEWELRY errands run, there’s a Facebook 5k all the way to Riverbend and conference. Online, you can learn Yoga is starting to set up their page called Local Love, started the Rec Path is being groomed. Local Meaghan Young has a new language, find a guitar classes via streaming, as well as by Heather Connor, that matches The Rec Path can be used for a wonderful online jewelry class teacher (there are several local meditation sessions. volunteer services with those in walking, but it’s best to do that in called the Silversmithing Club ones who will give you online Still need a workout? Yes you need and focuses on local, high- the mornings when the snow is (thesilversmithingclub.com) that lessons), jam with other musi- do. Core will be closed but offers risk people who are isolated or still firm and you don’t posthole teaches the art of silver working cians or get heady into academics workouts, also via live stream, quarantined, as well the hourly and destroy the grooming for to create earrings, rings and other and take the free online classes from the Zoom app. Call Core at wage earners who are now out of skiing. Season passes are now ornamentation. It’s a good time now offered by the Ivy League (970) 349-6613, find them on Face- work. You can access this page at only $50 and can be purchased to learn this ancient craft and colleges. Read all those books and book or corecrestedbutte.com. adorn yourself and your friends facebook.com/locallovecb. online, along with discounted New Yorker magazines that have Initiating a self-imposed equipment, at cbnordic.org. Hicks or perhaps develop it into a new piled up on your coffee table all get some culture—MUSEUMS career. isolation or quarantine doesn’t notes that people can also make a winter. Binge watch those Netflix An amazing link from Travel mean solitary confinement, with donation in lieu of a pass to help series you fell behind on. Take a & Leisure (travelandleisure.com) One thing is for certain: today’s social media, internet support the Nordic Center. cooking class or learn how to sew. listing virtual tours of 12 muse- You’re in the best place you streaming and live conferencing You can go virtually anywhere in ums across the world is worth an can be during a pandemic, not technology. We’re fortunate up walk the world. afternoon or rainy day. Google only for the environment and here in our paradise because we You can circumnavigate Download the Zoom app at “12 Museums Around the World outdoors, but especially for the can enjoy the outdoors with- town, doing the bridges tour, zoom.us for your phone or com- virtual tour” or in your browser wonderfully caring community out running into snifflers and avoiding downtown and peopled puter to stream yoga, meditation go to travelandleisure.com/at- members who lift each other up contaminants or spreading those areas. Right now, Peanut Lake and workouts from some of your tractions/museums-galleries/ and take care of each other. germs ourselves. We have open Road is gorgeous with its spring local venues that are offering space, wilderness and plenty of views of Paradise Divide and roads that lead to feeling freedom Gothic Mountain and the migra- despite the legally imposed or tory birds will begin showing up self-imposed quarantine. soon as the lake begins to melt. Sure, there are wide ranging In fact, we’ll probably see the aspects and consequences of this first robins arrive this weekend. COVID-19 virus that’s got all of Kebler Pass Road is a sweet little us biting our nails (but don’t— two-mile hike up to the trailhead don’t put your fingers in your for the Irwin and snowmobiling mouth or touch your face, and for parking area, and an easy walk cripe’s sake, wash those hands) down. Just pick a road or trail but let’s not focus on that right and go. now. Here are some things for geezers to keep themselves occu- take a drive pied until this thing passes—and Check out the melting pro- it will, and we’ll all work together cess on Blue Mesa, head over to to get through it because that’s the Black Canyon as both north who we are as a community. and south rims are open, or just cruise up Black Mesa Road Fresh air and sunshine (Highway 92 over the dam), When the Spanish flu pan- stopping at the various overlooks Call ahead… demic of 1918 screamed across to peer down into the canyon. the world, medics discovered that Taylor Canyon is also a sweet We’ll have your order ready. even severely ill flu patients who drive closer to home. were attended to in the outdoors, ...Save time & reduce stress! sunshine and fresh air recovered fish better than those treated indoors. Roaring Judy ponds are open 970-349-5993 This practice seems to have and you can spend many hours prevented deaths among both in the sun trying to outsmart patients and the medical staff. those fish. Ice fishing on both We now know that ultraviolet Taylor and Blue Mesa reservoirs radiation in sunlight works as is still good right now, and the a natural disinfectant and fresh East River is starting to get decent air can help mitigate viruses and for fly fishing, as is the lower Tay- other harmful germs. Plus it just lor River and the lower Gunnison feels good to be outside in the River at Cooper’s Ranch. Nev- GREAT STRAIN SELECTION • HASH & CONCENTRATES • EDIBLES • PIPES mountains. So, get yourself out ersink is just west of Gunnison SMOKING ACCESSORIES • APPAREL • MJ LITERATURE & CONSULTING • ATM ON SITE into the day. and is great for both fishing and The Alternative Resource snow stuff hiking. If you feel like a drive, the Pleasure Park at the Gunnison 310 Belleview Avenue #2, Crested Butte. 9:00 - 8:00 7 days a week Just because the lifts aren’t River Gorge is a happening spot spinning doesn’t mean ski season for fly fishers. Just keep your durangoorganics.com facebook.com/durangoorganics is over. There’s plenty of snow distance from people and pack in the backcountry and you can a lunch so you stay out of the 12 | March 20, 2020 NEWS Crested Butte News Local businesses face uncertainty with COVID-19 closures

Resources and opportunities or to their cars. her at [email protected]. available for employers “It just feels like we’re going to off-season business as usual, but The economic crisis is just begin- and employees just starting three or four weeks ning [ BY KENDRA WALKER ] earlier,” said Aaron Tomcak of Gunnison County commis- Mountain Spirits Liquor. He did sioners understand and support With advisories, closures and say that while some orders have that the health crisis created from cancellations piling up each day been put in and come through this the COVID-19 virus is top priority. due to COVID-19 precautions, and week, some trucks are not deliv- But they also say the economic cri- with Vail Resorts making the deci- ering right now. “We’re trying to sis resulting from the health crisis sion to suspend operations of all its keep the shelves stocked,” he said. will need a similar mobilization. North American mountain resorts, Mountain Spirits has modified its Commissioner Jonathan including Crested Butte Mountain store hours slightly, but is also de- Houck said he has been in contact Resort, for the remainder of the livering, “anywhere, down past with the offices of federal elected 2019/20 season, there’s no doubt Crested Butte South if need be,” officials such as senator Michael the local business community has Tomcak added. The store has initi- Bennet and congressman Scott been and will continue to be af- ated a five-person limit, employers Tipton. “Federal legislators need fected. are wearing gloves and adhering to to understand that the action they On Monday, March 16, Gunni- a thorough cleaning of door knobs, take can’t just be for things like the son County issued a Public Health handles, cash register and coun- big airlines,” he said. “They need Order closing all restaurants and tertops. “We’re doing our best to to make it work for us. Our entire retail other than delivery service stay clean,” said Tomcak. He also community economy is being shut (exempting certain businesses such said that his employees are in an off.” as grocery stores, medical offices, off-season schedule, but he’s- try Houck said he is working to hardware stores, liquor stores, dis- ing to keep them all at least three- have the feds allow employees of pensaries and gas stations), limit- quarters of a normal shift schedule, the nearby public land agencies ing gatherings to fewer than 10 if not full. like the U.S. Forest Service, BLM people and directing all visitors to Other establishments are feel- and Parks Department work with return home immediately. ing the strain of limited employees the community and incident com- The Gunnison-Crested Butte among high customer demand to mand and still be paid their federal Tourism and Prosperity Partner- stock up on groceries and supplies, salary and benefits. “They know ship (TAPP) has followed suit and including Clark’s Market. Clark’s the community and they train with is currently not encouraging visits market director Will Stevens has us so it makes sense,” he said. to the valley. “While it is painful to been scrambling to meet the de- Commissioner John Messner make this decision, we have decid- mand of customers. “I’m down said the economic emergency piece ed to ask visitors that if you have about 10 employees,” he said ear- is in the earliest stages but they are plans to visit between now and lier this week as some employees brainstorming ways local business- April 12, that you cancel them,” have made the choice to self-isolate es can tap into funds. He is focused said the TAPP website. “This is for at home. “Every moment has been on state and regional opportunities. the safety of our local population spent trying to put product on Part of the challenge is compiling as well as the safety of our visitors shelves.” Sanitizing goods, clean- all the resources. who we often refer to as ‘tempo- ing goods, paper towels and toi- The commissioners have rary locals.’” let paper have been high demand asked the ICELab to lead the local With most businesses in town items, he said. economic and business efforts for closed with the exception of essen- However, on a Wednesday dealing with the current crisis and tial businesses Crested Butte/Mt. morning update, Stevens shared recovery. “We’re working with the Crested Butte Chamber of Com- that he had seen a significant drop county and the Tourism Associa- merce executive director Ashley in customers and sales in the last 24 tion and a bunch of different people UpChurch urges the community hours now that folks have stocked to make sure we’re getting good in- to show its support for our lo- up and pantries are full for the time formation out there,” said ICELab cal business. “Everyone is feeling being. Stevens also said that Clark’s director David Assad from an emp- concerned. I don’t think there is a distributers are still in business. ty ICELab this week. The ICELab business in this town that is safe “We continue to order every op- is currently providing updates from this virus, just like there isn’t portunity we get and will continue and resources for both employers an individual who is safe from this to do that moving forward.” and employees on the county’s virus,” she said. “We have to come Stevens and his employees COVID-19 page, under the Busi- together and anything you can do are also taking extra precautions ness Resources tab: https://www. to support our local businesses is to sanitize the store, sanitizing sur- gunnisoncounty.org/938/Corona- massively appreciated. They’re faces, carts, bathrooms, etc. every virus-COVID-19. feeling a huge crunch and it’s going two hours, and employees are all Currently listed on the site are to show this off-season.” wearing gloves. “We’re taking options regarding paid sick leave, UpChurch recommends sav- every measure we can to ensure the unemployment insurance benefits ing your quarantine food and or- health of our customers,” he said. and wage claims with the Colorado dering takeout or delivery from A list of current open and Department of Labor and Unem- local restaurants. She also recom- closed businesses in town can be ployment, the U.S. Department of mends ordering big gift cards found on the Crested Butte/Mt. Labor, the U.S. Consumer Financial now from our local businesses to Crested Butte Chamber of Com- Protection Bureau and the Colo- help carry them through the off- merce’s website, and the chamber rado Small Business Development season—“Big, like you’re taking has also been gathering state and Center. your family out for Christmas din- national resources for disaster as- The ICELab is also working Signs of the weird times. photos by Nolan Blunck and Mark Reaman ner,” she stresses. UpChurch also sistance loans that could be utilized on creating industry subgroups encourages big tipping, to help by the local workforce. More than for businesses, elected officials, -re employees as they begin to feel the 55 businesses submitted their pro- sources and consultants to join and repercussions of decreased hours jected loss to Colorado’s Office of discuss solutions and support dur- that have refunded or issued credit that promise refunds or credits and and wages over the next several Economic Development and In- ing this uncertain time. The ICELab for cancelations, and urges others fail to deliver on such promises, we months. ternational Trade on Monday, Up- will be coordinating weekly video to follow suit. “To do their part, will quickly investigate any such Many retail businesses in town Church said. Governor Polis then meetings for various industries so, businesses can act responsibly by conduct and be ready to take action facing closure due to the health or- used the collected data to apply for example, “Retailers can get to- providing refunds or credits to to protect consumers,” he said in a der have implemented creative for Small Business Administration gether, electronically, to talk about consumers who will not be able to news release. methods for takeout/delivery ser- disaster relief. “We hope to hear how this is affecting them and how use their services, whether hotel “Finally, I recognize that this vice, like Mountain Tails. “Moun- soon,” UpChurch said. “That will they are finding the best ways to reservations, airline travel or other public health emergency is hurting tain Tails continues to stay open, hopefully open up funds for our deal with those problems they’re areas where accommodations can businesses and their employees, serving our community and furry businesses and those in surround- facing right now,” said Assad. Once be made. I commend the many especially Colorado’s small busi- friends,” said store manager Bran- ing counties.” The chamber is still created, the ICELab will share up- businesses that have already tak- nesses. We all need to pull together don Johanns. While in-store shop- looking into other local opportu- dates on the county’s COVID-19 en the lead by honoring the need to support one another and we ping is not allowed, the store has nities to help businesses, and Up- business resources page. to curtail travel and large events. stand ready to consider appropri- made curbside service available, Church said any business looking Colorado attorney general For those who have yet to do so, I ate measures to support those who where customers can call in and for updates, regardless of chamber Phil Weiser released a statement would strongly encourage them to are hurt during this crisis,” Weiser have their order delivered curbside membership, is welcome to email this week applauding businesses act quickly. As for any businesses concluded. Crested Butte News NEWS March 20, 2020 | 13 Families with children at home trying to find balance in everyday life “Take it one day at a time” [ BY KATHERINE NETTLES ]

School’s out, but in a whole new way. Since the Gunni- son Watershed School District (GWSD) announced district- wide school closures on March 12 in response to the COV- ID-19 outbreak, families and school staff have been working to create lesson plans and home routines for this an unprecedented situation. For many parents in the community, having their children at home around the clock is posing a brand-new challenge: whether the child is normally in school or not, chances are there are several routines being interrupted. Young children can no longer visit the library, the Trailhead Children’s Museum, the Gunnison Recreation Center, the myriad children’s classes offered at locations throughout the valley, and they cannot take part in the treasured “playdates” that often provide both parents and children a social outlet. For parents of school-age children, there is the additional task of managing schoolwork from home now. And for working parents who are continuing to work, there are additional circumstances to manage with the loss of childcare. Many people would agree; school days, or even sched- photos by Katherine Nettles uled outings and classes normally provide a scaffolding from which to build our daily lives. Now it is up to par- grades, echoes the same needs for structure and also pa- ents to improvise. GWSD has worked to make this as easy tience: “I will say that day #2 is going more smoothly than as possible on everyone, with distance learning that began day #1 and I expect day #3 to be even better.” this week. Each classroom teacher is creating personalized Moran said she created a daily schedule and is trying lessons and suggested schedules for his or her class, and hard to stick to it. “It’s definitely tricky helping my own kids lessons include “specials,” segments like physical educa- while keeping up with my own work, sharing devices and tion activities, STEM (science, technology, engineering and managing the stress of the situation. There are frustrating math), art and music. Families have had the opportunity to moments during the day and we’re all feeling it. I’m doing check out electronic equipment if needed to participate in a lot of my work as a teacher before the school day so that the online learning, and many parents have reported both I can help my kids with their work during the school day, relief at the familiar faces of their children’s teachers on but I am also constantly checking in on my online classes to videos, and concern over how to manage the new strain of answer questions students, parents and teachers have,“ she overseeing extensive curriculum. writes via e-mail. “We are 15 minutes in to our teacher guided learning “Getting outside multiple times a day is helping with online and I am overwhelmed with gratitude and love for the stress. I also plan to reach out to my kids’ friends today what our amazing teachers and school have put together so they can connect via FaceTime every couple of days. I for these awesome first graders…to see their teacher’s face, know connecting with my friends has been invaluable the hear their voice and learn with them during this closure last few days and I’m sure they need that connection as well. is amazing!” wrote local parent Lara Fellows on her social Hopefully we can all give each other extra patience and un- media page. The icing on the cake, she added, was that her derstanding in the weeks to come. No matter how hard this 3-year-old was enjoying the online learning too. is for our family I know there are others who are affected The school district food service is also providing free much more and my heart goes out to them.” grab-and-go sack breakfasts and lunches for all students un- School work aside, the community streets, trails, yards der 18 years old, Monday through Friday from 8 to 9 a.m. and parks continue to bustle with families spending time at the Crested Butte Community School and Crested Butte outdoors—bikes, skateboards, dog walks and general out- (chores, anyone?). There are also great resources for how to South Red Mountain Park. door play can still be done safely while encouraging chil- create schedules, and some even offer an author reading a Crested Butte Elementary math interventionist, Sarah dren to keep their distance from one another when they en- children’s book. Many extracurricular classes have gone vir- Block says, as a parent and a teacher, “Right now it is a bit counter acquaintances. tual as well. chaotic to be totally honest. I have also been sick (but not Online, children are taking part in FaceTime with rela- For those whose kids are struggling with the loss of eligible to get tested for COVID-19) so getting a routine go- tives and friends, doing Lego Masters competitions together, anticipated games, performances or other events, consider ing has not really been an option thus far, but I am ready kids’ yoga classes and just enjoying some virtual company. practicing and performing at home. Or make a video to for some routine!” Block’s role at the school has been to But this time is not all fun and games, either. share with loved ones. Actress Jennifer Garner wrote aptly, support teachers and help them navigate the online learn- For those parents of younger kids, social media groups “This time of year has so many people, from preschoolers ing systems, and she will also be providing some math in- like Facebook’s Parenting in the time of COVID-19 have to professionals, working their tails off to perform. And struction though video programs. Like many parents, she popped up for people to share resources and commiser- now-the games, the meets, the recitals, the productions big says mornings are starting off pretty well but there is a lot of ate—or trade jokes about—the art of handling simultaneous and small—are shut down.” Garner and many others are multi-tasking throughout the day. Block has a third grader conference calls and toddler needs. Social media is rife with encouraging submissions, and they can be directed to the and sixth grader and says, “Their teachers are totally crush- ideas to start pen pals, teach a new hobby, try new crafts (inter)national community using #heyjenlookatme, or per- ing it and so far my kiddos have been probably 90 percent or indulge in more home economics skills with children sonally to close friends and family. independent. I do a lot of checking in and asking what they Last, the importance of discussing the new way of life are doing.” Teachers have been responsive to her daughter’s and the reasons for it with our children is paramount. Gun- questions, she says. nison County has posted information on its COVID-19 web While her kids are working, so is Block; “I have my page offering information from the National Child Traumat- computer up and running all day and ready to respond ic Stress Network, titled Coping with the Stress of an Infec- to teachers and parents as quickly as possible to hopefully tious Disease Outbreak. Advice includes: “Realize this will make their jobs and lives easier. While I am working, I am be temporary. Keep your family’s schedule consistent when making lunch, answering a few questions, diffusing argu- it comes to bedtimes, meals, and exercise. Make time to do ments, playing games, and trying to keep in touch with things at home that have made you and your family feel family and friends to see if they are doing okay. It’s chaos better in other stressful situations, such as reading, watch- at times, but I am loving having some extra time with my ing movies, listening to music, playing games, exercising, or family. We will use this time to play and love each other. I engaging in religious activities. Recognize that feelings such get overwhelmed by how much there is to do, and I need to as loneliness, boredom, fear of contracting disease, anxiety, step back and take it one day at a time.” stress, and panic are normal reactions.” Block says she hopes parents aren’t feeling like this is The National Association of School Psychologists rec- too much work on their part, and she is happy to help. “I ommends that parents provide factual, but age-appropriate know we joke about how math is so different these days, but information to children to help prevent the spread of COV- seriously it is! Parents, if you find yourself in a place where ID-19, and to model calm behavior. “Children look to adults you or your students are frustrated. Stop, email me, and go for guidance on how to react to stressful events. If parents do something that is not frustrating. We know that this is seem overly worried, children’s anxiety may rise. Parents a hard time for you at home as well and we want this to should reassure children that health and school officials are be as stress free as possible,” she says. She can be reached working hard to ensure that people throughout the country at [email protected]. stay healthy,” according the website, and teaching positive Keeley Moran, STEM teacher at Crested Butte Elemen- Ian and Nash Mason continue to learn even when the preventive measures, listening to them about their fears, tary and mother of three ranging from second grade to sixth CBCS is closed. photo by Lori Mason and giving them a sense of some control over their risk of infection can help reduce anxiety. 14 | March 20, 2020 NEWS Crested Butte News COMMAND CENTRAL The COVID-19 incident is being managed by a Unified Command Structure, which It takes many people to coordinate and respond to an incident of this magnitude. means that multiple responding agencies are working together. This incident is led by Both Crested Butte and Gunnison are responding with staff, supplies, and support. Gunnison County Public Health and Gunnison Valley Health. In this instance, both For more information on the Incident Command System visit ops.fhwa.dot.gov. agencies have positions in common.

Incident Commanders (IC) Deputy Incident Commanders Public Information Officer Operations Section Chief

This position authorizes incident objective and strategies that Fill in behind ICs and carry out objectives. Coordinates release of Information on Coordinates tactics – the way the incident is addressed. delineate a course of action. The on-scene ranking officer. incident situation and response efforts. In this case setting up call centers, screening locations, etc.

JONI REYNOLDS CJ MALCOLM MELISSA POST SCOTT MORRILL ANDREW SANDSTROM ASHLEY ACKERLUND JODIE LEONARD Director of Gunnison County Gunnison Valley Health Gunnison Park Services Gunnison County TAPP Communications Gunnison County Gunnison Valley Health Public Health Chief of EMS Director

Finance Section Chief Logistics Section Chief Planning Section Chief

Tracks incident costs accounts for Organizes personnel, facilities and materials Collects and evaluates information, including current and forecasted reimbursements related to the incident. situation and status of assigned personnel and equipment.

LINDA NIENHUESER MARK VANDERVEER RANDY MORGAN SCOTT BUNKER BETSY HOLENA CRISTINA DRESSEL Gunnison County Gunnison Valley Health Gunnison County Gunnison Valley Health Gunnison County Gunnison Valley Health Planning team demonstrating social distancing from left to right Jim Ramirez, Cristina Dressel, Brian Gage, Betsy Holena

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970.641.4545 | WILDERCOLORADO.COM 16 | March 20, 2020 NEWS Crested Butte News Crested Butte News NEWS March 20, 2020 | 17 LOCAL WOMAN, LISA MERCK: COVID-19 Celebrity around the world SAVE THE DATE [ BY DAWNE BELLOISE - CDC and local health department ma. People were asking if I had the and CNN, to name a few, and the “We can make a difference, all we have on March 1 and they said she didn’t coronavirus and I told them yes.” BBC has also contacted her. Lisa and Paul Merck left for meet the criteria for coronavirus Even though she’s always diligent “The interviews reached out to to do is try. Yeah every day’s a chance to GET ON three weeks for their Hawaii vaca- testing. She stayed in bed for three about washing her hands and eat- a lot of people. The video I made tion and medical conferences on days, but the symptoms worsened. ing healthy and is very athletic, had been helpful and educational February 2. When they flew back on change somebody else’s life. Let’s all do TOP OF Then by March 8, her breathing had she’s still short of breath and a little and it calms people. I think it’s help- February 19, Lisa was experiencing become even worse and she headed nauseated but she’s recovering dai- ing a lot of people and spreading a runny nose and sneezing. In flight, to the emergency room, where they ly. Paul had a milder case and Lisa awareness, to be transparent about something good today. A little wink, a pat YOUR she began having muscle aches, but did another test for influenza A and classifies hers as moderate. it with my specific symptoms. And didn’t really think anything of it be- right now, I have a lot of time to do on the back, a big old hug, a little laugh.” HEALTH cause the symptoms were so mild. this and to help. I feel like it’s my re- People get those just from traveling, sponsibility as a health care provid- she knew. er to spread awareness,” Lisa says. -Darryl Worley 2020 SCHEDULE A few days later, the muscle As many locals are experienc- and joint aches became worse and, ing symptoms and a lockdown is GUNNISON VALLEY HEALTH HAS POSTPONED THE FOLLOWING MARCH WELLNESS EVENTS thinking it was because of a return essentially in effect, this commu- AS A PROACTIVE MEASURE TO KEEP OUR COMMUNITY HEALTHY AMID THE HEIGHTENED to elevation after three weeks at sea nity, as it always has, rises to the AWARENESS ABOUT COVID-19, NOVEL CORONAVIRUS. THE FOLLOWING EVENTS WILL BE level, she went for a massage and emergency. “Our community has POSTPONED TO A LATER DATE IN 2020: sat in a hyperbaric chamber, which been so over-the-top loving and just did help a little. Then over the next Instead of the pat or the hug: GUNNISON early blood testing the amount of support for Paul and week it began to hit. Lisa described me has been amazing. We really ap- Fred Field Center / Tuesday March 24 – Thursday March 26 / 6:30 am to 9:30 am her symptoms. “My bones really preciate what everyone’s done and *Registration opens Monday March 2 and closes 3pm the day prior to each event. mail a letter, send a text, write an email, began to ache. I felt like somebody said through texts and calls, and all CRESTED BUTTE wellness fair - REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 6 was stabbing my muscles with an the food and dinners people have Oh Be Joyful Church / Saturday, March 28 / 6:30 am - 11:00 am ice pick.” brought,” says Lisa. buy local, deliver to someone in need, call, *Registration opens Monday March 2 and closes 3pm Friday March 27. She started on homeopathic Her energy is coming back and herbal remedies, not even thinking Lisa Merck at her Crested Butte home appearing on Fox News. as of March 14, she was even able to share ideas, stay engaged. it was COVID-19 since she had no do a bit of yoga and go for a walk GUNNISON wellness fair contact with anyone infected and up the alley, keeping the six feet of Fred Field Center / Saturday, May 9 / 6:30 am - 11:00 am hadn’t traveled out of the country social distancing, of course. *Registration opens Monday April 6 and closes 3pm Friday May 8. to any of the places affected. As a B, again negative, a chest X-ray and She felt she should share her Lisa offers this advice: -“Peo health care provider, she tested her- blood work, which showed low symptoms and experience with the ple need to wash their hands re- At this stage the Gunnison Wellness Fair will continue to take place on May 9th. We will Maggie Dethloff assess the situation in the coming weeks and advise our community by April 6th if the self for influenza A and B, and the white blood cell count. They diag- community and uploaded a video ally well, sanitize all surfaces and Wellness Fair in Gunnison will take place. Thank you for your understanding. results were negative. She was still nosed her with viral pneumonia in of herself explaining what it felt doorknobs, everybody needs to do Broker Associate going for runs and continued nor- lower lobes of both her lungs, put like. Since her video hit the internet, this. Stop smoking because it affects c 970.209.7880 mal daily living but felt extremely her on an IV and gave her meds. you could say that it also went viral. your lungs. Stay healthy. Maintain [email protected] fatigued. They also finally tested her for In explaining and making people the six-foot distancing, listen to the “Every time I stood up, I felt CrestedButteNow.com NOW COVID-19, and on March 11, the re- aware of the virus and her symp- guidelines that public health has set like I was going to pass out. I was WELLNESS EVENTS ACCEPTING: sults came back as positive. toms, Lisa has been contacted by out for us. It’s to protect us. And sweaty and hot and started feel- Lisa and Paul went into home multiple national media, both TV when this is over, we should have a ing short of breath,” she recalls. isolation, fielding many questions and newspapers. This week she’s big Elk Avenue block party and in- By March 1, she had a fever, which from friends and the community. “I been on NBC Today, 20/20, Fox 31, vite friends, family and our second GVH_WellnessEvents_3x7_Cancelled.indd 1 3/13/20 12:52 PM went up to 100.8. She contacted the feel there’s a lot of fear and a stig- Fox and Friends, The Today Show homeowners and celebrate.” What We’re Doing About COVID-19 Community steps up in droves throughout the valley SPRING TAX SALE Alpine Orthoapedics will follow all local, state, and national guidelines from the Centers for Disease Contol (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO), and other official public health to help those in need during COVID-19 crisis organizations. In addition to this, here are just some of the measures we have implemented: Literally hundreds of people volunteer must be done. We may not use them all right ing it across the community,” he emphasized. away but it looks like this incident will go on for “The next is to take good care of your family— • Patients (and staff) will undergo health screenings daily. [ BY MARK REAMAN ] a while, so it is good to get the system ready for make sure they are following proper procedures • Patients may wait in their cars until providers are ready to see them. long-term operations.” to stay safe. Then think about connecting with • Non-essential personnel (pharmaceutical reps, students, etc) are not permitted in office. Every year the last question in our Best of No one knows how long these health meas- your friends. You may not meet with them but • Fewer appointments will be offered throughout the day to allow for frequent office sterilization. the Butte poll is what is the best part about this ures will be in place. It could be weeks or it could you can call or video chat to avoid people get- • Telemedicine appointments will be made available. place. Every year the top answer is the same: The be months. Everyone volunteering is getting ting lonely or depressed during uncertain times. • Office staff having prolonged patient contact will wear appropriate protective equipment to people and the community. support as they try to help their neighbors. “The Then to the extent someone has extra time to keep patients safe. Proof of that is even more evident during people who are volunteering at the Call Center help out they can contact me. We are all in this this time of crisis, as the community deals with are mostly lay people but we always have a med- together and the more we act like a community Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, please be kind to one another. This is a trying situation one of the strangest, most difficult situations it ical professional there to be available to answer the easier it is going to be for us all to get through for everyone – individuals, families, businesses and institutions. Help where you can, be patient has ever encountered with the spread of the cor- more complex or in-depth questions,” Anderson this challenge.” where you can, and let’s get through this thing together. onavirus throughout the valley. And as people explained. struggle, they also volunteer. We appreciate you always... “As for the deliveries, we are just starting For those interested in helping, go to the Incident command team volunteer coordi- this program up but there are quite a few folks county’s website home page, www.gunnison- Your Alpine Orthopaedics Care Team nator Arden Anderson said literally hundreds wanting to take advantage of the program,” he county.org/covid19, and look for the tab. On the of residents have stepped up to help their neigh- noted. “Right now, our limiting factor seems to be right side of the page there is a form to fill out if bors and friends. how many orders the good folks at City Market people want to volunteer. If volunteering for the “We are getting a tremendous response from can process in a day. It will be important for folks Call Center, having some medical training would many folks from both ends of the valley willing to plan ahead and not wait until the last minute be beneficial but is not required. Volunteers will to help,” he said Monday. “I haven’t had time to to place an order in case it takes us a few days to not be physically exposed to potential patients. add them all up but I would estimate I have 200 fulfill it. We also want folks who have offered to help and at least 100 folks to think about or- who have already lent a hand in some way.” dering enough to last Remember, this is a crisis that really took off them for a while so we not that long ago in early March. The call went don’t have to do an or- out—and the community responded. der every two days for “We have active programs using volunteers just five items.” like the Call Center giving information to folks in Anderson wanted the valley. They are running eight to 10 phones, to be sure to thank all 10 hours a day, seven days a week. They are do- those who are willing a fantastic job,” explained Anderson. “We are ing to step up to help getting ready to start up a delivery program for during this emergency 970.349.6202 folks who are homebound and lots of folks are and he wanted to re- 329 Belleview Crested Butte stepping up to help with that. There are also a mind people that they ASK FOR ALPINE number of volunteers who are helping us run can help in a variety of diamondbluespa.com 24/7 Injury Care things here at Incident Command. ways. 970.641.6788 “I am the volunteer coordinator,” contin- “The first is to ued Anderson. “So along with running current take care of them- AlpineOrthopaedics.com operations I continue to build a list of potential selves to avoid getting GLORIA M. BEIM, M.D. / OWNER volunteers to help with future tasks as they come sick or to isolate them- Gunnison County call center volunteers. courtesy photo Crested Butte & Gunnison | ALPINE ORTHOPAEDICS | Ambulatory Surgery Center up. My challenge is to match the desires, skills selves if they do get and availability of volunteers with the tasks that sick to avoid spread- 16 | March 20, 2020 NEWS Crested Butte News Crested Butte News NEWS March 20, 2020 | 17 LOCAL WOMAN, LISA MERCK: COVID-19 Celebrity around the world SAVE THE DATE [ BY DAWNE BELLOISE - CDC and local health department ma. People were asking if I had the and CNN, to name a few, and the “We can make a difference, all we have on March 1 and they said she didn’t coronavirus and I told them yes.” BBC has also contacted her. Lisa and Paul Merck left for meet the criteria for coronavirus Even though she’s always diligent “The interviews reached out to to do is try. Yeah every day’s a chance to GET ON three weeks for their Hawaii vaca- testing. She stayed in bed for three about washing her hands and eat- a lot of people. The video I made tion and medical conferences on days, but the symptoms worsened. ing healthy and is very athletic, had been helpful and educational February 2. When they flew back on change somebody else’s life. Let’s all do TOP OF Then by March 8, her breathing had she’s still short of breath and a little and it calms people. I think it’s help- February 19, Lisa was experiencing become even worse and she headed nauseated but she’s recovering dai- ing a lot of people and spreading a runny nose and sneezing. In flight, to the emergency room, where they ly. Paul had a milder case and Lisa awareness, to be transparent about something good today. A little wink, a pat YOUR she began having muscle aches, but did another test for influenza A and classifies hers as moderate. it with my specific symptoms. And didn’t really think anything of it be- right now, I have a lot of time to do on the back, a big old hug, a little laugh.” HEALTH cause the symptoms were so mild. this and to help. I feel like it’s my re- People get those just from traveling, sponsibility as a health care provid- she knew. er to spread awareness,” Lisa says. -Darryl Worley 2020 SCHEDULE A few days later, the muscle As many locals are experienc- and joint aches became worse and, ing symptoms and a lockdown is GUNNISON VALLEY HEALTH HAS POSTPONED THE FOLLOWING MARCH WELLNESS EVENTS thinking it was because of a return essentially in effect, this commu- AS A PROACTIVE MEASURE TO KEEP OUR COMMUNITY HEALTHY AMID THE HEIGHTENED to elevation after three weeks at sea nity, as it always has, rises to the AWARENESS ABOUT COVID-19, NOVEL CORONAVIRUS. THE FOLLOWING EVENTS WILL BE level, she went for a massage and emergency. “Our community has POSTPONED TO A LATER DATE IN 2020: sat in a hyperbaric chamber, which been so over-the-top loving and just did help a little. Then over the next Instead of the pat or the hug: GUNNISON early blood testing the amount of support for Paul and week it began to hit. Lisa described me has been amazing. We really ap- Fred Field Center / Tuesday March 24 – Thursday March 26 / 6:30 am to 9:30 am her symptoms. “My bones really preciate what everyone’s done and *Registration opens Monday March 2 and closes 3pm the day prior to each event. mail a letter, send a text, write an email, began to ache. I felt like somebody said through texts and calls, and all CRESTED BUTTE wellness fair - REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 6 was stabbing my muscles with an the food and dinners people have Oh Be Joyful Church / Saturday, March 28 / 6:30 am - 11:00 am ice pick.” brought,” says Lisa. buy local, deliver to someone in need, call, *Registration opens Monday March 2 and closes 3pm Friday March 27. She started on homeopathic Her energy is coming back and herbal remedies, not even thinking Lisa Merck at her Crested Butte home appearing on Fox News. as of March 14, she was even able to share ideas, stay engaged. it was COVID-19 since she had no do a bit of yoga and go for a walk GUNNISON wellness fair contact with anyone infected and up the alley, keeping the six feet of Fred Field Center / Saturday, May 9 / 6:30 am - 11:00 am hadn’t traveled out of the country social distancing, of course. *Registration opens Monday April 6 and closes 3pm Friday May 8. to any of the places affected. As a B, again negative, a chest X-ray and She felt she should share her Lisa offers this advice: -“Peo health care provider, she tested her- blood work, which showed low symptoms and experience with the ple need to wash their hands re- At this stage the Gunnison Wellness Fair will continue to take place on May 9th. We will Maggie Dethloff assess the situation in the coming weeks and advise our community by April 6th if the self for influenza A and B, and the white blood cell count. They diag- community and uploaded a video ally well, sanitize all surfaces and Wellness Fair in Gunnison will take place. Thank you for your understanding. results were negative. She was still nosed her with viral pneumonia in of herself explaining what it felt doorknobs, everybody needs to do Broker Associate going for runs and continued nor- lower lobes of both her lungs, put like. Since her video hit the internet, this. Stop smoking because it affects c 970.209.7880 mal daily living but felt extremely her on an IV and gave her meds. you could say that it also went viral. your lungs. Stay healthy. Maintain [email protected] fatigued. They also finally tested her for In explaining and making people the six-foot distancing, listen to the “Every time I stood up, I felt CrestedButteNow.com NOW COVID-19, and on March 11, the re- aware of the virus and her symp- guidelines that public health has set like I was going to pass out. I was WELLNESS EVENTS ACCEPTING: sults came back as positive. toms, Lisa has been contacted by out for us. It’s to protect us. And sweaty and hot and started feel- Lisa and Paul went into home multiple national media, both TV when this is over, we should have a ing short of breath,” she recalls. isolation, fielding many questions and newspapers. This week she’s big Elk Avenue block party and in- By March 1, she had a fever, which from friends and the community. “I been on NBC Today, 20/20, Fox 31, vite friends, family and our second GVH_WellnessEvents_3x7_Cancelled.indd 1 3/13/20 12:52 PM went up to 100.8. She contacted the feel there’s a lot of fear and a stig- Fox and Friends, The Today Show homeowners and celebrate.” What We’re Doing About COVID-19 Community steps up in droves throughout the valley SPRING TAX SALE Alpine Orthoapedics will follow all local, state, and national guidelines from the Centers for Disease Contol (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO), and other official public health to help those in need during COVID-19 crisis organizations. In addition to this, here are just some of the measures we have implemented: Literally hundreds of people volunteer must be done. We may not use them all right ing it across the community,” he emphasized. away but it looks like this incident will go on for “The next is to take good care of your family— • Patients (and staff) will undergo health screenings daily. [ BY MARK REAMAN ] a while, so it is good to get the system ready for make sure they are following proper procedures • Patients may wait in their cars until providers are ready to see them. long-term operations.” to stay safe. Then think about connecting with • Non-essential personnel (pharmaceutical reps, students, etc) are not permitted in office. Every year the last question in our Best of No one knows how long these health meas- your friends. You may not meet with them but • Fewer appointments will be offered throughout the day to allow for frequent office sterilization. the Butte poll is what is the best part about this ures will be in place. It could be weeks or it could you can call or video chat to avoid people get- • Telemedicine appointments will be made available. place. Every year the top answer is the same: The be months. Everyone volunteering is getting ting lonely or depressed during uncertain times. • Office staff having prolonged patient contact will wear appropriate protective equipment to people and the community. support as they try to help their neighbors. “The Then to the extent someone has extra time to keep patients safe. Proof of that is even more evident during people who are volunteering at the Call Center help out they can contact me. We are all in this this time of crisis, as the community deals with are mostly lay people but we always have a med- together and the more we act like a community Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, please be kind to one another. This is a trying situation one of the strangest, most difficult situations it ical professional there to be available to answer the easier it is going to be for us all to get through for everyone – individuals, families, businesses and institutions. Help where you can, be patient has ever encountered with the spread of the cor- more complex or in-depth questions,” Anderson this challenge.” where you can, and let’s get through this thing together. onavirus throughout the valley. And as people explained. struggle, they also volunteer. We appreciate you always... “As for the deliveries, we are just starting For those interested in helping, go to the Incident command team volunteer coordi- this program up but there are quite a few folks county’s website home page, www.gunnison- Your Alpine Orthopaedics Care Team nator Arden Anderson said literally hundreds wanting to take advantage of the program,” he county.org/covid19, and look for the tab. On the of residents have stepped up to help their neigh- noted. “Right now, our limiting factor seems to be right side of the page there is a form to fill out if bors and friends. how many orders the good folks at City Market people want to volunteer. If volunteering for the “We are getting a tremendous response from can process in a day. It will be important for folks Call Center, having some medical training would many folks from both ends of the valley willing to plan ahead and not wait until the last minute be beneficial but is not required. Volunteers will to help,” he said Monday. “I haven’t had time to to place an order in case it takes us a few days to not be physically exposed to potential patients. add them all up but I would estimate I have 200 fulfill it. We also want folks who have offered to help and at least 100 folks to think about or- who have already lent a hand in some way.” dering enough to last Remember, this is a crisis that really took off them for a while so we not that long ago in early March. The call went don’t have to do an or- out—and the community responded. der every two days for “We have active programs using volunteers just five items.” like the Call Center giving information to folks in Anderson wanted the valley. They are running eight to 10 phones, to be sure to thank all 10 hours a day, seven days a week. They are do- those who are willing a fantastic job,” explained Anderson. “We are ing to step up to help getting ready to start up a delivery program for during this emergency 970.349.6202 folks who are homebound and lots of folks are and he wanted to re- 329 Belleview Crested Butte stepping up to help with that. There are also a mind people that they ASK FOR ALPINE number of volunteers who are helping us run can help in a variety of diamondbluespa.com 24/7 Injury Care things here at Incident Command. ways. 970.641.6788 “I am the volunteer coordinator,” contin- “The first is to ued Anderson. “So along with running current take care of them- AlpineOrthopaedics.com operations I continue to build a list of potential selves to avoid getting GLORIA M. BEIM, M.D. / OWNER volunteers to help with future tasks as they come sick or to isolate them- Gunnison County call center volunteers. courtesy photo Crested Butte & Gunnison | ALPINE ORTHOPAEDICS | Ambulatory Surgery Center up. My challenge is to match the desires, skills selves if they do get and availability of volunteers with the tasks that sick to avoid spread- 18 | March 20, 2020 WEEKLY Crested Butte News

mma Vosburg’s parents, MJ and Joel, showed up in town around 1990 intending to stay only for the ski season that year. Forty years later, they’re still here and so is Emma, having gone out into the world and found her way back home. As a Crested Butte kid growing up in the 1990s, Emma attended the old school (where the town offices are now) and as a kindergartener, hers was the last class to frolic in those hallways before transferring over to the new school as first graders. “What was really cool about growing up in the 90s in Crested Butte, it was really special, still small and very local. Fifteen of the 23 kids in my high school graduating class went through school together,” she says. Emma recalls they were little wildings during her childhood. “There weren’t any rules. We ran around and did whatever we wanted with our friends. We rode around on our bikes in the summer and threw snowballs at cars in the winter.” Emma proudly proclaims, “I was an extreme tomboy. I truly looked like a boy. I had an older brother and I hung out with all of his friends. I wanted to be just like them and I was just as good at sports as they were. I was really good at skateboarding.” One of the things that stuck with Emma was that there was no con- cept of differences between kids, rich or otherwise. “I didn’t know how much money my friends’ parents made, and it didn’t matter because there were only 23 of us in the class. Everything was simple.” CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Crested Butte News WEEKLY March 20, 2020 | 19

CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS working.” I’m coming back into it but it’s PAGE Emma decided to explore much more of a personalized Like most Crested Butte Boulder since her best friends, competitiveness. I’m doing it kids, Emma skied a lot, learn- Emma and Gracie Coburn, for myself and it’s more adven- ing under the tutelage of local were there. “It turned out ture- and endurance-based. My Sherri Vandervoort. “I feel that the Front Range wasn’t best friend is Emma Coburn, like I had a lot of those special for me,” she realized after who inspires me to push things that don’t happen any- her three-year stint there. “I myself athletically. It’s cool more. I was part of the Sun- needed more access to skiing, to have a world champion as shine Girls and it formed me. biking and running and I need your best friend in the world. It gave me a sense of commu- to walk out my back door to do It pushes me to be the best ver- nity at a very young age to be that. It’s part of my daily hap- sion of myself and push myself part of something bigger than piness.” to my limits.” yourself. When I was in second Yearning for her home, Recently, she was able to grade, my dear friend Holly where Emma confesses her purchase one of the town’s Prechter was diagnosed with heart and her parents were, she local affordable houses. “I feel cancer. My class started Holly’s moved back to Crested Butte. really lucky. I never thought I’d Helping Hands in 1998, which She was hired by Benn Dunn, be able to own a house in town was a fundraiser. We started an owner in the software com- with things changing. We need our own non-profit as a way to pany she’s now worked at for to keep a lot of the real local help Holly and her family pay seven years. “It’s a financial people in town. My old soccer for cancer treatments. Every- software company. I was able coach lives across the street thing we did in class revolved to still have a very productive from me. We’re friends and I’m around Holly’s Helping Hands. and engaging career while friends with my old teachers We adapted the entire cur- being able to live in a place I and coaches. I have friends riculum around it,” she says. loved. Part of what I love about from all walks of life. I have For instance, in math they’d Crested Butte is that here, it’s friends who are in their sixties count the money raised, and in not necessarily about what you and the age difference doesn’t writing class they’d compose do, it’s what do you love and matter. And I love that about promotions and ads to tell what are you interested in, as here.” people about their fundraisers. opposed to what your job is. “We were learning to give back Here, it’s about who you are and what it means to be part of and that’s important. I get to a community.” engage my brain but I get to go Throughout high school, out and ride my mountain bike Emma was a fierce athlete, and exercise to oblivion. I’m running track and cross an endorphin junkie and this is country, and she was on the the perfect place to do that. basketball team. She was also “There’s no other place I a team member on the boys want to be. It all comes around soccer team in her freshman full circle to doing a fundraiser year because they didn’t have for Living Journeys,” Emma a girls team at the time. She says of her involvement with was involved and competed in the local organization that every sport, and was captain helps those who are living with of every team she was on. She cancer. graduated in 2009 as student “Living Journeys is so council president and class unique in that all their funds valedictorian. go to people and their families Wanting to go someplace living in the valley who are new, she enrolled at the Uni- affected by cancer and not just versity of Virginia, focused in with financial grants but with academics and interested in support groups and therapy,” economics. “U. of V. is a really she says. “In that sense, Living good school and I saw the op- Journeys is really unique and portunity to spread my wings one of the main reasons I chose and get a different perspective. to support them in my efforts We had always traveled grow- in the Grand Traverse,” which ing up, all over the world—Eu- normally heads out into the rope, Central America and the backcountry to Aspen at the Caribbean because we were end of March. big scuba divers. I got certified However, this year the to dive when I was 12,” she March 29 midnight event was says, adding that the family is cancelled. Since Emma’s fun- planning a dive trip to Roatan, draising goal to raise $15,000 Honduras this year. for Living Journeys has been While she was in college almost fully realized, she and she took a semester to study a group of friends are still con- abroad in New Zealand. “I sidering the ski trek to Aspen, needed a break from such seri- weather permitting. “I want to ous school life and academics. honor the commitment I made I bought a car there and pretty to the people who donated. much backpacked around “My mentor, Mary Mike South Island. It taught me that Haley, founded Living Jour- I needed to prioritize easily ac- neys in 2000. I did the first cessible outdoor life. I needed Peak Hike with my mom in that in my everyday life to honor of Cheryl Ryan,” she be happy and realized that says of the event. “Now I run As a cooperative we are taking bold steps to change Crested Butte was the place I the half marathon, which is on how your energy is produced. That means fewer wanted to be to prioritize that the same day, because I’m a emissions and 50 percent of your electricity coming lifestyle.” trail runner.” from renewable energy by 2024. Because whatever Emma graduated in 2013 This year the race and hike the future holds, we’ll power it. with a bachelor’s degree in eco- is July 25. “My personal con- nomics and took to the road. nection to cancer in the valley “Right after college, I rode my has grown as many friends bike across the country, starting have been diagnosed and in Charleston, South Carolina gone through it so the Grand and rode to Santa Cruz, Cali- Traverse and the half marathon fornia,” It took her about three mean a lot to me.” months because she was rid- These days Emma’s main ing with an organization that sports are skiing, running and raised funding for affordable biking. “I was super com- housing. “I built houses along petitive growing up and for the way, working with Bike & a while that competitiveness Build. I had a friend who had drove me so hard. I took a done it and I wanted to go on a break from that in college, now To learn more about our Responsible Energy Plan, visit www.tristate.coop big adventure before I started 20 | March 20, 2020 Crested Butte News GRAZING the tomichi BY POLLY OBEROSLER

before I realized he was talking to the need someone to call my house and have “Good enough. Chonka clear.” Speaking of toilet campground host! I don’t know how my husband bring a couple of things “Thank you so much Chonk, Oberos- much time you have spent around camp- with him to my camp tomorrow.” I gave ler clear.” paper… ground hosts, but they can be mighty her the phone number and proceeded to That was comical enough, and I protective of their square mile or two of give her the three-item list. “We need him found out later, every trail crew on all the Most who read this column regularly dirt and everything on it. I would have to bring a bridle, double A batteries and districts heard it all, but were laughing so know I spent time working and volun- asked her for the TP had we run into her toilet paper.” hard they couldn’t intervene to help. The teering for the U.S. Forest Service and first, but they are pretty particular and I “Polly, I didn’t hear the last item, moral is: Don’t leave home without it and I spent three years of my engagement think she would have made me drive all could you repeat?” laugh at yourself if you do. You have to there living nearly full-time in the West the way back to Crested Butte for toilet “Toilet paper,” I repeated. have the humor in those times when you Elk Wilderness. My partner and I would paper. “I still didn’t get it. You are breaking are down to a few squares. spend two weeks at a time, and spent a I did my level best to walk somewhat up.” In seriousness, stay safe out there. We fair amount of time planning meals and normally with a roll just behind each Mercifully, a ranger out in tree land will get through this. packing what we needed for each trip. knee inside my chaps, and frankly to the heard the conversation, for you see, a Sometimes my husband would come in untrained eye, I probably looked a little repeater can be heard by anyone on the weekends and occasionally he like the stiff cowboys of television lore, who has a radio that communi- would travel with me. so she probably wouldn’t have thought cates with it. “Polly, this is Dawon. One such excursion we got almost much of my movement anyway. I am in Lake City and can relay if to the Irwin turnoff as we were headed I made it to the near side of the truck, you want to repeat the message.” over Kebler Pass and it suddenly hit me I and with it in-between them and I, I “Thanks. I need a bridle, dou- hadn’t packed any toilet paper. Knowing quickly slid the two rolls behind the seat. ble A batteries and toilet paper.” we were short on that in camp, I said to We made our getaway and laughed for “Okay, I got the first two, can him, “No problem. I will just drive up to months over my walking like I had stilts you repeat the last one?” the Irwin campground and get some from and with protruding tumors on the backs “Toilet paper.” the outhouse.” I pulled up to the turna- of both legs. The whole scene still makes “Sorry Polly, you are break- round near the outhouse and went inside. me smile. ing up.” Well, Hill 71 in Lake City Yup, there were four rolls there and I only Getting a radio signal to bounce off a never did work right in my time needed two. Notice I only had my eye on repeater when you are smack dab in the with the Forest Service, so no won- what we needed and did not clean them middle of the West Elks is occasionally der. out. difficult and some days I had to try sev- Suddenly a loud, clear voice I was about to come right back out eral times to get out on my daily check-in. comes over the airwaves, “Polly, the door and heard Dave, my husband, Dave was due to come in for the weekend this is Chonka. I am on Monarch talking to someone outside by our truck. the following day and my partner and I and hear you are loud and clear. “Great,” I thought, I am in uniform, steal- needed a few things. I started trying to Give me your list and I will call ing toilet paper and he is jawing with get out on the radio. Dave.” someone. I stood there for some time and “Paonia, this is Oberosler on Bald “I need a bridle, double A bat- finally got claustrophobic, and frankly Mountain, copy?” Nothing, so I repeat a teries and toilet paper.” nothing left to do, so I stuck a roll in each couple of times. Finally, “Oberosler, this is “How many batteries and leg of the chaps I was wearing, opened Hands off, Polly! photo by Mark reaman Gunnison, can we help you?” rolls of toilet paper?” the door and stiff legged took a few steps “Thanks for picking up,” I said. “I “Four and four,” I said.

BRAIN BODY HAPPINESS COMMUNITY

 Write a letter to the future  Dance !  Watch a Sunrise or Sunset  Write a note to a senior in you about what you are  Online yoga video  Ice cream for dinner your community feeling right now  Online fitness video  Watch or listen to a comedy  Gather up unused clothes or  Online Museum Tour Kids skit toys to be donated  Learn how to do regular Adults  Call extended family  Clean up trash while out on household maintenance (ie. Seniors  Call someone you miss walks or bike rides Unclog a drain, change a  Bike Rides  Create a post-it gratitude  Write encouraging messages lightbulb, plunge a toilet)  Walks list & add to it to friends on Social Media  Do a breathing exercise  Do a breathing exercise  Indoor picnic  Give a BIG smile and wave to  Check out an audio book  Build a blanket fort  Build a snow fort neighbors when you see them from the library  Learn to Juggle  Re-read your favorite book  Write a note or color a picture  Online Brain Games  Get on the floor and stretch  Cook a meal for your family for our nurses and doctors/  Write a Story or Poem  Indoor Bowling  Make a cardboard castle police/fire personnel  Meditate Use cans/plastic bottles for  Tell stories  Roll your spare change and  Make a walkie talkie out of pins and a soft object as a  Build a time capsule choose an organization to ball that wont damage tin cans and string  Have a staring contest (from donate it to anything for pins  Make musical instruments six feet away of course)  Prepare a meal for your family  Indoor hockey  Watch a silly movie from household items Use a balloon and pool  Write a note to give to your  Learn a magic trick noodle and try to get the  Start a group text with teacher(s) when school is back  Practice a new language balloon into designated funny memes, photos or in session or email it “goals” jokes  Do a puzzle (or make one)  Spread positivity in all  Start with 5 pushups, sit ups,  Explore Google Earth  Choose optimism! encounters squats and/or lunges and  Memorize your favorite  Compliment the next person add one each day you see  Volunteer to help with current efforts county wide: Provided by the Gunnison & Crested Butte Parks & Recreation Departments www.gunnisoncounty.org

Crested Butte News March 20, 2020 | 21 ESSAY BY ALISSA JOHNSON

Knowing them, I could just imagine the wisecracks and Togetherness in the time banter. And it’s an idea so easy to replicate. Happy hour. of COVID-19 Brunch. Dinner. All of the above. Virtual check-ins Until the last few days, I didn’t realize that it’s pos- For my job as a communications manager at a local sible to be nostalgic for a time that occurred only three business, we hosted a virtual meeting primarily to check or four weeks ago. A time when I sat around a table in. There were official parts to the get-together, but it with the News crew proofing pages of Peak Magazine and was an unexpected relief to see all those faces I’d nor- debating, as I had with many people, whether my boy- mally see every day. The circumstances that brought us friend and I should change our vacation. together were out of the ordinary, but the effect was to We had tickets for the following week to San Fran- make things feel more normal. cisco to visit friends with Crested Butte ties, and because I’d grown accustomed to what felt like media overreac- Calling or emailing a different friend everyday tions to disease breakouts, I wondered if such a move So far, I’ve talked to or emailed with two college was truly called for. Ultimately, I decided that it didn’t roommates, and my boyfriend and I caught up with matter—if camping in Utah meant let stress and worry, it some friends on the East Coast. I even managed to get would be worth it. For obvious reasons, I’m grateful we my mom on the phone, which, for someone “who does changed our plans. not like telephones,” is no small feat. It’s been a relief to Now, the Great Vacation Debate of 2020 feels like a compare notes and fun to catch up. lifetime ago and something of a luxury, in that we still The little things... photo by Mark Reaman got to debate the seriousness of COVID-19. That matter Buying gift cards for local businesses seems to have been settled, and I’ve moved on to other It’s not a face to face interaction, and it might feel questions familiar to many: How long will this last? How like a small thing to do—how far can $25 or $50 go in the sick will people get? What will the economic impacts be, face of closure? But I’ve seen firsthand the way that it the very least, these moments are good reminders that, for me, for my family and for my community? I’m learn- goes beyond the actual dollar amount. It’s actually a way despite lying low, we are in this together; we are resilient ing it’s better not to dwell on these questions too long. to make someone feel less alone in the face of difficult as a species. Hardships and difficulties happen, and it is It’s far more helpful to focus on something else I see questions. together that we move through them. occurring: small moments of togetherness in our com- But I think it goes beyond that. When we made the munity and online. Happy responses when I posted that Buddy systems/daily check-ins choice to camp in Utah, it felt like a compromise. Like I finished a draft of my novel. Chalk drawings on the A friend is making a point of reaching out every day we were somehow doing something less by giving up on pavement, including hopscotch. Couples and families to her neighbor who’s older and lives alone. It’s a simple what was supposed to be. By the time we came home, taking over the streets of Crested Butte South every way to keep tabs on how she’s doing and make sure she however, we had a week full of memories and experi- afternoon, dogs, bikes and balls in tow. Our dog catch- has support if she gets sick. ences: climbing in Indian Creek; rappelling from the top ing a snowball, so happy she pushes her lip up in a grin. of an arch near Moab; hiking Arches National Park at Laughing when we call up friends and make jokes to Host online classes or book club sunset. The memories of that time are now broader than ease the tension. Because I used to run a business as a writing coach, canceling a trip for coronavirus; they’re also about the Togetherness, it turns out, is possible with social I decided to host a free writing session for former clients. things we did together. distancing. These are my favorite examples: The invitation alone prompted a flurry of messages and For many of us, the accomplishments of the next few reconnections. Seems like the perfect time to share skills weeks will feel less glamorous by comparison: calling to Virtual happy hour with friends and family, or reconvene a book club in a check in on a friend, dropping off food for a neighbor, When I saw a screen capture of friends in Rhode virtual setting. walking the dog. For those of us dealing with illness or Island and Minnesota sharing a cocktail by video con- on the front lines providing care, they will be a lot less ference, I couldn’t help but smile. Because they were As far as I can tell, we are all in the business of being fun. But they will be no less memorable, and will be smiling, and stayed online with each other for five hours. human and being human means adapting to change. At even more so because we did them together. NORTON’S notions BY JOHN NORTON

responsibility to slow this thing down and open. Snodgrass was like its own little ski workers who count on March, our biggest Corona thoughts… stay well as long as we can. area on Sunday. The mountain is now open winter month, to provide a small nest egg We go into the backcountry with the for skinning. to get through the financially cruel months After the county’s prohibition on we understanding that our first responsibil- I awoke this morning thinking that if of April and May. It’s going to be tough. citizens 60 years old going out for a drink ity is to self-rescue. We need to think of Robin and I are forced to remove ourselves There are also terrific TP jokes all was announced, Joe Currier cracked, “I’ve COVID-19–avoidance in that same vein. from the public, we are living the dream. across the worldwide web. Keep those cir- got my son working on fake IDs for us.” Our valley’s medical community will not We’ve got our skis. We’ve got our fishing culating and I will do my share of forward- We had a good laugh. be riding to the rescue. It doesn’t have the tackle. Our kayaks and bikes are waiting ing. Other seniors didn’t laugh at the resources. And no one else does, either. for the rivers to rise and Hartman to dry. Wynn Williams just sent me a great prohibition. Accusations of age discrimi- In Italy doctors are choosing who gets to We’ve got the internet. Zoom. Phones. not-TP joke. It goes like this: “Your grand- nation flew in the direction of the county. live and who has to die. Let’s not, because Books. Netflix. Prime TV. Showtime. A local parents were called to war. You’re being That’s not the case at all. Here’s the deal. of our carelessness, put our local medical pig in our freezer. Bourbon in the cabinet. called to sit on the couch. You can do this!” COVID-19 is bad, but it’s especially bad community in that same position. Someone please send toilet paper up We can do this. We must self-rescue. the older we get. A 30-year-old victim Think self-rescue. Cement Creek. Old issues of the Crested most likely recovers. A 60-year-old has a The Nordic Center is open for business Butte News are no substitute for Charmin. You can always reach me at john@norton- much tougher time, including the very real and still grooming. The backcountry is still We are heartbroken for the hourly global.com. danger of dying. We—all of us—have a CHAMBER chatter BY ASHLEY UPCHURCH, DIRECTOR, CB/MT. CB CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

for our local business owners and employees that I now and can’t get away from the desk to grab lunch; maybe you Helping the business implore you. Please help our business community. They could pick it up for them! Or maybe they need their mail need revenue now to help them get through the coming grabbed or a post about their ordering options shared to community off-season; now is the time when many of them would be Facebook. You never know how you can help with just a What a week (or has it been two?). Our community making April and May rent and making enough to pay at little phone call. has stepped up in so many ways over the last week and a least some employees through the off-season. Without your The CB/Mt. CB Chamber is here for our community. half in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, and I want to help, we may not see the same main street come summer. We’re answering the phones, responding to emails and thank everyone who has done anything from simply call- So, how can you help? The best thing you can do is keeping the business community updated as quickly as ing a friend who’s bored at home, volunteering at the Call order gift cards online or by phone. Call up as many restau- possible. To local businesses not receiving Ashley’s updates Center, bringing food to those in need, and everything in rants and retailers as you can and order a gift card. Another regarding this situation, please email director@cbcham- between. This truly is the best place to live whether we’re great option is ordering out; many of our restaurants are ber.com. She is sending these updates daily regardless of in the midst of a pandemic or not. Hopefully we will hun- staying open with a very limited staff in order to continue Chamber membership; we are all in this together. This ker down and see the end of this virus soon. That said, I’d offering take-out and delivery. A third awesome opportu- will be the fastest way to get information about financial like to remind everyone that one piece of our community nity is to tip generously even now that we can only order aid for your business and your employees. Speaking of will take a long time to bounce back- our businesses. take-out and delivery; your generosity will go a long way which, we’re seeking every option we can find and work- It is with real difficulty that our businesses have closed in helping those employees get through the off-season, too. ing diligently to make sure our businesses are first in line during the busiest week of the winter season. They have Finally, just call up a business and ask them if they need for some help. Stay safe, stay home (or go hiking) and stay had to send employees home, many without pay, and it is anything. Some of them are running one-person shows connected. 22 | March 20, 2020 CrestedNEWS Butte News Crested Butte News

Spring high school sports on hold

“We were destined for good things The Titans girls soccer team was looking ahead to another successful season, much but sometimes life takes over” like the last two. The team made it to the state semifinals for the second year in a row last year, and has 33 players out this year with head coach Julia Kidd at the helm again, by Than Acuff joined by Heather Culley and Adrienne Weil. Even before the official start of the season, the players conducted individual workouts preparing for the start of the season. “We had a pretty lively pre-season and they were all in,” says Kidd. ast week the directive came down for the Colorado High School Once they hit the ground as a team on March 2, Kidd had questions about what the Activities Association that all spring activities are on hold. team would look like after losing nine starting seniors from last year’s team. “Right now all activities and sports are suspended until April 6,” “One of my primary focuses was figuring out our lineup and how to rebuild our said Crested Butte Community School athletics director Jarrod Hinton. “No whole system,” says Kidd. contact with coaches, no weight room, no open gyms, nothing.” But, as the pre-season progressed, things were looking better than expected. Too bad, too, as both the Crested Butte girls soccer team and the track “It was a high level of soccer right off the bat,” says Kidd. “I was thrilled with what and field program were just ramping up and looking forward to a robust I was seeing.” season. But, once the season was put on hold, the coaches and players refocused their efforts Track and field has a new person in charge this year, though certainly looking at the big picture. not new to the program or the kids. Mitchell Robertson has done extensive “We have always said, ‘We play for each other,’” explains Kidd. “Now our motto is work with local sports programs through Heights Performance, focusing on ‘We self-quarantine for each other,’ thinking about the bigger picture and what is going aspects such as modern dynamic warm- ups, speed development, running on these days. The girls were sad and I’m sad too. We were destined for good things but form and health. In addition, Robertson started working with the track and sometimes life takes over. Hopefully we’ll get some season out of it.” field team two years ago as an assistant, stepped into a co-coaching role last In the meantime, everyone is on hold as CHSAA continues to meet at the state level season and is now the head coach. to discuss options moving forward with the spring sports season. Robertson has an extensive sports performance and coaching history, “At the latest we will hear by April 5 but if they know before then, they will let us having coached everything from kids to professional athletes in both the know,” says Hinton. “I feel like they tend to follow whatever the NCAA does. If we get NFL and Major League Baseball since he was 18 years old. Furthermore, back in school and the seasons are cancelled, I’m going to encourage coaches to keep Robertson was a high school national champion in 2001 in the 200, 400 and things going, keep kids doing things after school. We have 70 kids involved, that’s 30 800 meters, played professional rugby in England and spent some time as a percent of the high school, and I just worry about keeping them engaged.” sponsored athlete on the two-man beach volleyball tour. “Doing anything and everything to avoid the 9-5 job,” says Robertson. Robertson has Erin Goggins as his assistant. Goggins is the girls volleyball coach and quite an accomplished collegiate track athlete as well, and Christa Merck, who has done extensive coaching at the middle school and high school levels, is joining the team throughout the season. “We got the necessary parts for a successful season,” says Robertson. Workouts started out light as Robertson’s focus was preparation without pain and his hope was to continue to show the athletes their true potential. “We wanted to build into the season easy to avoid injuries,” says Rob- ertson. “I like to show kids that they can train their minds and their bodies to do things they didn’t think they could. It’s pretty amazing to see their minds open up.” Thirty-four athletes showed up for the pre-season workouts though, and Robertson was looking forward to working with a unique group of tracksters. “We don’t have that many seniors so it’s a younger group and I really enjoy the younger kids’ enthusiasm and willingness to learn,” says Robert- son. “It’s great to see something click and then be able to work on that over the years.” But, now with sports on hold, Robertson has to just sit tight and wait. In the meantime, he and the coaches will reach out to their athletes with ideas for them during the pause in sports. “It’s a bummer but, fingers crossed, the season gets back on track,” says Robertson. “We will engage them in weekly challenges, basic stuff that gami- fies their task. We can’t train but just keep them engaged physically and use the free time to show they can commit to something on their own. Then if the season restarts, pick up where we left of and keep going.” Crested Butte News SPORTS BARREL March 20, 2020 | 23

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When the smoke cleared from did, but it went well.” READ THE SIGNS POSTED ON EVERY BLOCK! the two-star competition, a handful of CBMST coach Erik Hilb had pre-qualified for the four- locals made the cut, led by a couple of star event despite not competing for several years, somewhat Crested Butte Mountain Sports Team at the behest of his peers. (CBMST) coaches. CBMST coach An- “I used to compete in four-star events but I hadn’t done nika Winans won the women’s ski, a comp in four or five years,” says Hilb. “I was asked to do it with co-coach Montana Wiggins taking so I jumped back in. It felt fun to get back into the start gate third among the men and former WCU again.” athlete Riley Moser taking second. The first handful of skiers had trouble on the venue but Meanwhile, veteran local competi- Andrew Rumpf woke the crowd up with his run. CBMST tor Alex Reidman placed third among coach Matt Evans then stepped it up for everyone as he flew the women to make it to the four-star down the venue faster than anyone had all day while main- day. taining his composure. “I wasn’t too concerned with how Other athletes continued to struggle in spots but not WealthWithAPurpose.com I did. I just wanted to have fun,” says without the occasional backflip mid-run and making fast Winans. “I’m coaching now so that work of the Handrail section along the side of the Staircase. keeps me on my toes and I missed 318 Elk Ave Ste 20 | Crested Butte, CO 81224 | 349.2713 But Hilb sealed the deal as the second-to-last competitor 114 N Blvd Ste 207 | Gunnison, CO 81230 | 641.0400 competing a lot.” of the day. After lashing his way through the top of the venue, 1731 E. 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It was a former Banzai downhill race cham- just another run, but just push it a little harder on that one pion, several former Junior Freeride run.” MOUNTAIN EXPRESS World Tour standouts, as well as a cou- When scores were crunched, Hilb came out on top, ple of veteran FWQ tour competitors. winning the four-star qualifier and taking home “a t-shirt, a SERVICE SUSPENDED The snowboarders had the first balaclava and a $600 pre-loaded gift card.” runs down the venue with more than While COVID-19 has put the kibosh on the remainder of 30 women and men making the most of the season, both Hilb and Winans doubt they will continue The Mountain Express Board of Directors the venue. the competitive freeride tour next season, with Winans look- Things then ramped up when the ing to go to law school and Hilb unsure of what the future have voted to suspend bus service women skiers started, as they provided may hold. Right now, it’s just about finding things to do. between the Town of Crested Butte and some of the most fluid and in-control “Hopefully I can find some work and probably ski a lot Mt. Crested Butte effective Tuesday, sliding of the day down the rock- of backcountry,” says Hilb. March 17, 2020 until further notice. riddled, mogul-strewn tree farm with “I like Nordic skiing so I’ll keep doing that and look for a pitch nearing the high 40s in several a backcountry setup,” adds Winans. “I’m out of a job so I’m spots. kinda going stir crazy.” With the outbreak of the COVID -19 virus our responsibility is to protect our drivers and passengers. This is a Randa Shahin-Larkin Katarina Seibert Ross Tester Snowboard Men Alex Riedman Owen Tallmadge difficult decision because we know Brian Stenerson Mia Winans Casey Riva how important the buses are to the Michael Mawn Hadley Michaels Duncan McNabb community. But we feel this is the For complete results go Mathieu Martineau Alexi Micinski Raymond McDermott correct decision to make and hope the to freeskiers.org Jake Larue McKenzie Hart Loki Wickman Noah Mattes Tory Dobyns Andrew Rumph public understands. Snowboard Women Jared Farley Audrey Hebert Ski Women Ski Men Ryan Faye Katie Anderson Morgan Westfall Erik Hilb JP Guardino If you have any questions, please contact Mary Boddington Annika Winans Cooper Bathgate Michael Vidunas Mountain Express at (970) 349-5616. Terra Samson Tracy Chubb Matt Evans Ryan van den Meerendonk 24 | March 20, 2020 SPORTS BARREL Crested Butte News

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While things are from January 1 to April 30, and no use before 10 beginning to melt out fast in the south end of the a.m. May 1 to May 15. valley, there is still lots of snow and mud blanket- —The entire Signal Peak area is closed to mo- ing the trails at Signal Peak and Hartman Rocks. torized use from January 1 to May 15. We’ve had a lot of folks asking recently about trail conditions, and we’re still a ways off before we’re Hartman Rocks ready to ride. While the trails and roads at Hartman Rocks And as of March 15, there are also road and remain open to winter use, things are getting trail closures for the next two months to protect sloppy out there. With the warm and sunny days, our hometown bird, the Gunnison sage grouse. As it shouldn’t be long until the roads and trails close trails begin to melt and spring fever really sets in, to motorized and bike use for the mud season. remember there are additional closures for moun- We’re keeping our fingers crossed that things will tain bikes and motorized use in the Signal Peak be good and dry come mid-April. area to protect our wintering big game. Here’s a —All roads and trails south of Powerline Road list of closures for both Signal Peak and Hartman (Bambi’s, Sawtooth, Back-In, Outback, Nine-0, Rocks to help simplify. Skull Pass, Aberdeen Loop) are closed to motorized and mountain bike use from March 15 to May Signal Peak 15 for sage grouse conservation. —To protect Gunnison sage grouse, trails in We will be posting updates on the trail condi- the northwest corner of the Signal Peak area will tions at Hartman Rocks and on the campus trails be closed to all uses from March 15 to May 15. This behind Western Colorado University on Facebook includes the Ridgeline trail past the second radio and in newsletters, so stay tuned. You can always tower, Rasta Gulch, Chicken Wing and the Cranor find more information on spring trail closures and Hill trails. All entry points to this area are marked updated trail information at gunnisontrails.org. Gunnison Trails Original Growler XIII: Lucky #13 [ FROM GUNNISON TRAILS ] to COVID-19, we will offer full of our year and serves as the refunds to all those registered. initial kick-off to our trail sea- We thought we would take Thankfully, that decision is still son. Should we need to cancel the time to reach out and con- several weeks away, and for the event for 2020 (ironically nect as we begin to deal with the now, the 2020 Growler is still on. enough, it’s Lucky #13), please impacts of the COVID-19 virus. 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The following stories appeared in this commissioners to transfer the $9,400 to planning efforts are publication 20 years ago this week. their organization. “This is an experi- not doing enough to ment,” said DeVore, who serves as the prevent the extinction Economic development seeks funds county representative to the newly of the grouse. By Melissa Ruch formed committee. “I can’t predict The six petition- Over $9,000 of grant money has what the outcome will be. But they ers—American Lands been sitting unused for several years in have created a corporation from the Alliance, Washington, Gunnison County hands. Recently these private sector, and that is not an easy D.C.; Net Work Associ- dollars have received some attention as thing to do.” ates, Eugene, Oregon; a new non-profit corporation has asked But before approving the transfer of The Larch Company, the county commissioners for the sum. the county-held dollars, commissioner Ashland, Oregon; In November, representatives from Marlene Zanetell voiced some appre- Biodiversity Legal both ends of the valley created the Gun- hension. “I think it is only appropriate Foundation, Boulder, nison Valley Economic Development to have public input in this matter,” she Colo.; Wild Utah Forest committee. It was born within the Gun- said. “I am just a citizen and I know Campaign, Salt Lake nison Country Chamber of Commerce, nothing more about this group than City, Utah; and Sinapu, but became independent in December. what has been on our agenda.” Boulder, Colo.—have The new organization plans to become Zanetell recommended a public put together 263 pages an advocate for new and existing busi- meeting where the members of the of information and ref- nesses throughout the county. It also Gunnison Valley Economic Develop- erences to back up their plans to recruit and educate businesses ment committee could offer a presenta- petition. throughout the county. It also plans to tion to the public. “I am not criticizing This petition came recruit and educate businesses inter- this, it is nothing but a benefit for the out just as the U.S. Fish ested in relocation in the valley. community to get together on this,” she and Wildlife Service In the past ten years, three attempts said. “Before $9,000 is passed over the was taking comments have been made to organize and run entity, it should be discussed.” on their process to an economic development committee. place the Gunnison However, the prior undertakings failed. Gunnison sage grouse could make sage grouse on their According to county manager John De- endangered list candidate list. Plac- Vore, the last attempt closed their bank On January 25, 2000 a status review ing the grouse on their account with more than $9,000 in grant and petition to list the Gunnison sage list would give the Dan and Sampson take it easy on their way out to Irwin. money. The county has been holding grouse as a threatened and endangered bird a “warranted, but photo by Tiffany Wardman the leftover funds. species was submitted to the U.S. Fish precluded” status, and Presently, the latest economic and Wildlife Service. The petition allow for the continued development committee has asked the contends that the local conservation work by local work groups on their conservation plans. and against the Union Park proposal, This would allow for flexibility in man- and opposing parties are hoping for a agement to meet the goal of preserving positive outcome and the project’s end. the Gunnison sage grouse population. Conceived in 1982 by the Natural The petition does present informa- Energy Resources Company (NECO), tion on all the same issues that the local the Union Park project proposes to conservation plan covers, but the main draw 60,000 acre-feet of water from emphasis of the petitioners appears to the Upper Gunnison Basin annually. be limiting livestock and agricultural Courtesy of a pipeline, water would be operations within the range of the Gun- siphoned from the East and Taylor Riv- nison sage grouse. ers, as well as Copper, Brush, Cement Whether or not the U.S. Fish and and Spring Creeks and transported to Wildlife Service can use their candi- a giant reservoir near Taylor Park. This date listing process, they will have to water would then be piped over the di- ultimately address the petition and vide to serve the growing water needs it should prove to be a lengthy and of Denver’s suburbs. time-consuming process, a process that If the court rules against Arapahoe can have far-reaching implications and County, Union Park and its 18-year life constraints for Southwestern Colorado. span will come to a final end. However, if the court rules in Union park’s favor, High court puts Union Park to the the legal marathon will continue and final test the case will be remanded to water By Will Sands court for another opinion. Efforts to pipe local water over Story edited for space. the Continental Divide and into Front Range homes went before the high- Nel Burkett is the curator at the est court in Colorado last week. On Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum The party was in full swing at Crested Butte’s Mardi Gras headquarters on Fat Tuesday. Wednesday, March 1, the Colorado and enjoys putting the present in the con- photo by Tiffany Wardman Supreme Court heard arguments for text of history.

To submit any letter to the editor, press release, To submit any LEGAL To submit any SERVICES or DINING GUIDE ad or public service announcement, story idea, etc. or questions related to legals: questions related to the services or dining guide: pertaining to EDITORIAL content: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] To submit any CLASSIFIED For new SUBSCRIPTIONS To submit any artwork, text, ads or questions related to classifieds: or questions regarding subscriptions: or questions for DISPLAY ads: [email protected] [email protected] PETE: [email protected] JOSH: [email protected] Check out our Peak Magazine publication at: Check out the CB Visitor’s Guide website at: THEPEAKCB.COM CRESTEDBUTTEVISITORSGUIDE.COM Crested Butte News IN MEMORY MarchMarch20, 20, 2020 2020 | | 27 1 Betty Jean “Betsy” Hunt Betsy Hunt passed into glory at the age of 94 on March 5, 2020. She was born in Dallas, Texas on June 22, 1925 to Clarence Roscoe Buford and Mary Eva Armor and was a resident of Brookdale Retirement Center at the time of her passing. A graduate of Forest High School in Dallas, Betsy went on to attend Arlington State College and Mary Harden Baylor College where she majored in art and had a minor in elementary education. Betsy was married to her sweetheart of 60 years, William J. Hunt, before he passed in 2012. She was a long-time member of First Baptist Church of Dallas and also a member of the Criswell College Ladies Auxiliary. Betsy taught elementary school for five years. Her passions were her family, art, gardening, reading and prayer. Betsy attributed her painting skills as coming from the Lord and used Exodus 31:1-6 as her guiding verses when painting. She was preceded in death by her husband, William J. Hunt; and her brother, Bob Buford and his wife, Dorothy Buford. She is survived by her two sons, David W. Hunt and wife Trena; and Douglas W. Hunt and wife Donna; eight grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, three nephews; Stephen Buford and wife Linda; Philip Buford and wife Lois; Paul Buford and wife Leslie; and numerous great-nieces and nephews. LegalsLegals [email protected] • phone: (970)349.0500 ext. 112 • fax: (970)349.9876 • www.crestedbuttenews.com

—LEGAL— —PUBLIC NOTICE— NOTICE OF LIQUOR AND BEER LICENSE RENEWALS TOWN OF MT. CRESTED BUTTE PLEASE BE ADVISED that the following liquor and beer license renewals are pending. Complaints concerning the conduct PLANNING COMMISSION of said licensee or employees of the same should be directed, in writing, to Town Clerk Lynelle Stanford, by mailing to Box The Mt. Crested Butte Town Council ter it is recommended you attend the 39; Crested Butte, CO 81224, or by delivery to the same at Town Offices, 507 Maroon Ave, Crested Butte, Colorado. Com- will be appointing four (4) members meeting on April 7, 2020. plaints should be received on or before the date noted next to the establishment. to the Planning Commission at the All letters must be received no later Dos Fremontes LLC DBA Lil’s Sushi Bar & Grill located at 321 Elk Ave March 30, 2020 Tuesday, April 7, 2020 meeting. than 5pm on Thursday, April 2, 2020 Three Taurus LLC DBA Tin Cup Pasty Co located at 425 Elk Ave March 30, 2020 These terms will run for four years at 5:00 P.M. and will expire in April 2024. Letter may be mailed to the Mt Published in the Crested Butte News. Issue of March 20, 2020. #032002 Duties include architectural design Crested Butte Town Hall, PO Box review, recommendations to the 5800, Mt. Crested Butte, CO 81225; Town Council on rezoning applica- dropped off at the Mt. Crested Butte —GUNNISON WATERSHED SCHOOL DISTRICT RE1J— tions, variance requests, conditional Town Hall at 911 Gothic Road; or MARCH 23, 2020 ~ 5:30 PM use requests and formulating town emailed to the Town Clerk at tocon- SPECIAL MEETING planning policies. Applicants must be [email protected] LAKE CONFERENCE ROOM qualified electors and residents of the /s/ Tiffany O’Connell 5:30 I. Call to Order pursuant to C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(f) Town and may apply by submitting Town Clerk II. Roll Call VII. Probationary Teacher contract non-renewal— a letter of interest to the Mt. Crested III. Pledge of Allegiance ACTION ITEM Butte Town Council or by appearing Published in the Crested Butte News. IV. Modifications/Approval of Agenda VIII. Adjournment in person at the April 7, 2020 Town Issues of March 6, 13 and 20, 2020. V. Administrative Action Summaries Council meeting. If you submit a let- #030615 A. FY21 Budget overview-Tia Mills Published in the Crested Butte News. Issue of March 20, VI. Executive Session to discuss a personnel matter 2020. #032003 —LEGAL— PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing will be on the 30th day of March, —LEGAL— 2020 at 6PM in the Town Hall Offices at 507 Maroon Ave, Crested Butte, Colo- rado to ratify Emergency Ordinance No. 7, Series 2020: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that Ordinance of the Crested Butte Town effective five days after the date of Emergency Ordinance No. 7, Series 2020 - An Emergency Ordinance of the Ordinance No. 3, Series 2020, was Council Approving the Lease publication. Crested Butte Town Council Amending Chapter 2 of the Municipal Code to Add a passed on second reading and public of 504 Maroon Avenue to the Gun- TOWN OF CRESTED BUTTE, New Section 9 on Emergency Powers. hearing at a regular meeting of the nison County Library District. COLORADO TOWN OF CRESTED BUTTE, COLORADO Town Council of the Town of Crested The full text of Ordinance No. 3, /s/ Lynelle Stanford, Town Clerk /s/ Lynelle Stanford, Town Clerk Butte, Colorado, on Monday, March Series 2020 is on file at the Town Published in the Crested Butte 16, 2020 in the Town Offices at 507 Offices at 507 Maroon Avenue and News on March 20, 2020 Published in the Crested Butte News. Issue of March 20, 2020. #032006 Maroon Avenue, Crested Butte, will be available on the Town website Colorado: at townofcrestedbutte.com for public Published in the Crested Butte News. Ordinance No. 3, Series 2020 - An reading. This ordinance shall become Issue of March 20, 2020. #032004 —SPECIAL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING— MARCH 24, 2020 ~ 11:00 A.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS —LEGAL— MT. CRESTED BUTTE, COLORADO PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that Ordinance No. 5, Series zation Achieving Results for the Sale Price of $10.00. DRAFT AGENDA 2020, was passed on second reading and public hearing The full text of Ordinance No. 5, Series 2020 is on file at for the official agenda please go to If you require any special accom- at a regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of the Town Offices at 507 Maroon Avenue and will be avail- www.mtcrestedbuttecolorado.us modations in order to attend this Crested Butte, Colorado, on Monday, March 16, 2020 in able on the Town website at townofcrestedbutte.com for CALL TO ORDER meeting, please call the Town Hall the Town Offices at 507 Maroon Avenue, Crested Butte, public reading. This ordinance shall become effective five ROLL CALL at 349-6632 at least 48 hours in Colorado: days after the date of publication. NEW BUSINESS advance. Public comment on these Ordinance No. 5, Series 2020 - An Ordinance of the TOWN OF CRESTED BUTTE, COLORADO • Discussion and Possible Consid- agenda items is encouraged. Crested Butte Town Council Authorizing the Sale /s/ Lynelle Stanford, Town Clerk eration of the Town of Mt. Crested of Town-Owned Property Legally Described As Lot 1, Block Butte, Colorado Local Disaster Emer- Published in the Crested Butte 80, Paradise Park Subdivision, Town of Crested Butte, Published in the Crested Butte News. Issue of March 20, gency Declaration – Joe Fitzpatrick News. Issue of March 20, 2020. County of Gunnison, State of Colorado to Student Organi- 2020. #032005 ADJOURN #032009

—PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING— WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25, 2020 ~ 5:00 P.M. MT. CRESTED BUTTE TOWN HALL TELECONFERENCE MT. CRESTED BUTTE, COLORADO THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD VIA TELE- SOUTH, RANGE 86 WEST OF THE 6TH PRIN- THE USE AND EXPANSION OF THE WATER letin board in the Mt. Crested Butte Town Hall CONFERENCE. TO PARTICIPATE PLEASE CIPAL MERIDIAN GUNNISON COUNTY, CO. TREATMENT PLANT ON THE MT. CRESTED entry. Please refer to that official agenda for CALL 425-436-6364. THE ACCESS CODE IS 5:00 P.M. – CALL TO ORDER BUTTE WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT actual agenda items for the meeting date noted 36223. ROLL CALL PARCEL, A 1.364 ACRE TRACT SITUATED above. 5:00 P.M. – PUBLIC HEARING MINUTES WITHIN THE SW ¼ SW ¼ OF SECTION 14, If you require any special accommodations in PUBLIC HEARING ON AN APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF THE MARCH 11, TOWNSHIP 13 SOUTH, RANGE 86 WEST OF order to attend this meeting, please call the A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT SUBMITTED 2020 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN GUNNISON Town Hall at 349-6632 at least 48 hours in BY THE MT CRESTED BUTTE WATER AND MINUTES. COUNTY, CO (LEAH DESPOSATO). advance of the meeting. SANITATION DISTRICT FOR THE USE AND OLD BUSINESS OTHER BUSINESS Plans for designs to be reviewed at the meeting EXPANSION OF THE WATER TREATMENT NEW BUSINESS ADJOURNMENT are available for viewing in the Mt. Crested PLANT ON THE MT. CRESTED BUTTE WA- CONSIDERATION OF AN APPLI- This preliminary agenda is placed in the news- Butte Town Hall. TER AND SANITATION DISTRICT PARCEL, A CATION FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT paper to notify the public of tentative agenda 1.364 ACRE TRACT SITUATED WITHIN THE SUBMITTED BY THE MT CRESTED BUTTE items for the meeting date noted above. The Published in the Crested Butte News. Issue of SW ¼ SW ¼ OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 13 WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT FOR official posting place for the agenda is the bul- March 20, 2020. #032007

—**AMENDED**— NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION TOWN OF MT. CRESTED BUTTE, COLORADO Please take notice that the Mt. Crested Sanitation District for the use and ex- All interested persons are requested to Thursday, March 19, 2020 at 5:00 PM, Dated this 16th day of March 2020. Butte Planning Commission will hold pansion of the Water Treatment Plant attend. Those who speak at the public Mountain Time. /s/ Tiffany O’Connell a public hearing on Wednesday, on the Mt. Crested Butte Water and hearing shall be allowed a maximum The application is available for view- Town Clerk March 25, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. via tele- Sanitation District Parcel, a 1.364 acre of 5 minutes to express their coming. For a digital copy of the applica- If you require any special accommoda- conference. To participate please call tract situated within the SW ¼ SW ments to the Planning Commission. tion please contact the Community tions in order to attend this meeting, 425-436-6364. The access code is ¼ of Section 14, Township 13 South, Written comments are encouraged Development Department at (970) please call the Town Hall at 349-6632 362213. Range 86 West of the 6th Principal and should be received at the Town 349-6632 or ldesposato@mtcrested- at least 48 hours in advance of the The purpose of the hearing is for Meridian Gunnison County, CO. The Offices, PO Box 5800, Mt. Crested buttecolorado.us. meeting. public input on an application for a property is zoned commercial district. Butte, CO 81225-5800 or by fax to No action or discussion shall take Conditional Use Permit submitted The requested term of the permit is in (970) 349-6326, or by email at ldes- place by the Planning Commission un- Published in the Crested Butte News. by the Mt Crested Butte Water and perpetuity. [email protected] by til the public hearing is officially closed. Issue of March 20, 2020. #032008 Crested28 | March Butte 20, News 2020 March20,Crested Butte 2020 News | 2 COMMERCIAL RENTALS FOR SALE REAL ESTATE EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT

Legals FOR RENT: Retail/Office space, central ORTHOPEDIC FOLDING WEDGE PILLOW CRESTED BUTTE SOUTH: 1/2 Duplex, over WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY seeks PART-TIME CABIN CLEANER IN CB: Must downtown location, 318 Elk Ave., Unit from Bed, Bath & Beyond. 10” tall x 12” 2200 square feet, high end finishes, 3 a full time Director of Educator have cleaning experience and vehi- —LEGAL NOTICE— 11, 600 sq/ft, clean, freshly painted, wide, 16” folded, 31” extended; like bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, granite coun- Preparation. This is a full-time, 12- cle. Able to work independently, PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that Emer- DAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL person or electronically to perform its tion, commandeer or utilize any private as an entirety, it being the legislative lots of light. Available April 1. $1560 new, very clean, $35. Call 275-8910. tertops, rustic white oak floors, gas fire- month, administrative position respon- meticulously and some week- gency Ordinance No. 7, Series 2020, OF THE TOWN OF CRESTED normal business and legislative pow- property the Town Manager finds nec- intent that this ordinance shall stand (electric and internet paid by renter) (3/20/pd/24). place, amazing views, natural gas, in- sible for overseeing, supporting, man- ends/holidays. Year-round/long-term was passed at an emergency meeting BUTTE, COLORADO, ers when and if the situation demands. essary to cope with the emergency. notwithstanding the invalidity of any Contact Cheryl, 970-275-3167. floor heat, living room and family aging, and assessing educator prepa- 10-20 hrs/wk. Usual working hours 10-2 TWIN YAMAHA SNOWMOBILES AND TILT of the Town Council of the Town of Section 1. Adding a New Article 9 to (b) In addition to any other powers (8) Direct evacuation efforts of section, sentence, clause, phrase, word (3/20/35). room, heated garage, covered deck ration faculty and staff members, p.m. $21/hour. Email TRAILER for sale. One owner, 1986, Crested Butte, Colorado, on Friday, Chapter 2 of the Code. A new Article granted by the State of Colorado persons from any stricken or threat- or other provision. and patio, lawn sprinkler, 10x12 shed, trainings, placements, reporting, resume/references to pioneerguest- OFFICE DOWNTOWN W/ PRIVATE YARD: good condition, less than 900 miles on March 13, 2020 in the Town Offices at 9 is hereby during a state of emergency, the Town ened area within the Town if the Town Section 3. Savings Clause. Except $660,000. Call Mike Molitor, school district partnerships, and licen- [email protected]. No phone calls. Small office space with own entry, each. $2740 or best offer. Contact 507 Maroon Avenue, Crested Butte, added to Chapter 2 of the Code and Manager may promulgate regulations Manager deems this action necessary as amended hereby, the Crested Butte owner/broker Re/Max Alliance 970- sure application processes. The (3/20/41). fenced-in yard w/ deck, private 1/2 [email protected] for pictures Colorado. shall read as follows: or issue orders as he or she deems for the preservation of life or other Municipal Code, as amended, shall 817-4831. (4/3/56). Director also plays a key role in super- bath and downtown. $975/mo. plus or appointment to see. (3/20/32). WANT TO WORK OUTSIDE this summer? The full text of Ordinance No. 7, Se- Sec. 2-9-10 - Disaster and emer- necessary to protect life and property, emergency mitigation, response, or remain valid and in full force and effect. vising curricular revision, and s/he utilities. 970-209-8050. (4/3/25). Alpengardener is looking to hire hard- ries 2020 is published in full below and gency declaration. preserve critical resources, or other- recovery measures. Any provision of the Code that is in mediates issues that come up SECTIONAL SOFA WITH 2 RECLINERS: Like working and motivated individuals for is on file at the Town Offices at 507 (a) The Town Council has the power wise implement the Town’s Emergen- (9) Prescribe route, mode of trans- conflict with this ordinance is hereby between students and their support STORAGE UNITS AVAILABLE for rent in new. Grey microfiber. $600. Matching EMPLOYMENT our garden maintenance, hardscape Maroon Avenue. This ordinance was to declare in a regular or emergency cy Response Plan. These regulations portation, and destination in connec- repealed as of the effective date hereof. teams, especially during their year- Riverland. 8 x 20 ft. 970-275-1703. rocker recliner, $200. Call 719-661- project and lawn maintenance crews. effective upon passage by the Town meeting that a state of emergency or orders may include provisions to tion with evacuation. Section 4. Emergency Declared, long clinical residency. Required qual- (3/20/12). 4490. (3/27/16). GUNNISON PUBLIC LAND INITIATIVE We are also looking for help in our Council. exists and issue an order if an event accomplish the following: (10) Control ingress to and egress Effective Date, and Expiration. The ifications: earned Masters in Education (GPLI) has created a part-time con- Gunnison and Crested Butte Garden ORDINANCE NO. 7 has occurred or the threat of an event (1) Suspend the provisions of the from a disaster area, the movement Town Council finds, determines and RIVERLAND PROFESSIONAL BUILDING: BACK SUPPORT BELT FOR SALE: McGuire- (or related field), at least 5 years of tracted Community Organizer and centers. Full and part time positions SERIES 2020 is imminent that would threaten public Municipal Code that prescribe proce- of persons within the area, and the declares that passage of this Ordi- Office space for rent. 550 square feet, Nicholas. Size small, like new, $10. Call successful K-12 teaching experience, seeks applicants. Qualified individuals available. Email resume to gar- AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE health, safety, and welfare and that dures and timeframes for conduct of occupancy of premises therein. nance is necessary for the immediate river views, 2 dedicated parking 970-275-8910. (3/20/pd/13). demonstrated commitment to diversi- will possess a local network in [email protected]. (3/27/50). OF THE CRESTED BUTTE TOWN requires immediate response by the Town business and public hearings, (11) Suspend or limit the sale, dis- protection of the health, safety and spaces, tenant pays for internet, other ty, equity, and inclusivity, team player Gunnison County; will advocate sup- COUNCIL AMENDING CHAPTER 2 Town. The Town Council shall direct if strict compliance would in any way pensing, or transportation of alcoholic welfare of the citizens of the Town. utilities included, $850/month. 2005 SUBARU HEADS: Machined, 2.5L with proven capacity for collabora- port for GPLI proposals and related OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD the Town Manager to publish the prevent, hinder, or delay necessary beverages, firearms, explosives, or The Town Council further determines Contact Haden Spencer 512-921- H4 VIN(6). $500 for the pair obo. Call for tion, knowledge of educator licensure legislation; and will be able to orga- A NEW SECTION 9 ON EMERGEN- declaration and order, send a copy to action in coping with the emergency combustibles within the Town. that the adoption of this Ordinance as 9712. (3/20/29). pictures and info, 970-275-9294. processes, experience mentoring and nize community support GPLI’s recom- Disclaimer: CY POWERS the Gunnison County Board of Health or would otherwise not be possible (12) Make provisions for the avail- an emergency ordinance is in the best (3/20/pd/19). coaching K-20 educators, excellent mendations to the GMUG National DUE TO THE LAYOUT OF OUR WHEREAS, the Town of Crested and other appropriate emergency because of concerns regarding public ability and use of temporary emer- interest of the citizens of the Town. OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE in Riverland: communication and computer skills. SNOW TIRES & BMW FACTORY WHEELS: Forests Plan revision. A complete job CLASSIFIEDS, SOME EMAILS Butte, Colorado is a home rule munici- response agencies, and disseminate it health, safety and welfare. gency housing. This Ordinance shall be effective upon 450 square feet, includes all utilities, Preferred qualifications: Terminal Four (4) factory original BMW 325i description is listed on GPLI’s website – MAY APPEAR WITH A HYPHEN. pality duly and regularly organized and to the public. (2) Suspend any Council meetings, (13) Waive all provisions for com- adoption. $750/month. Call Carolyn 970-349- degree in Education (or related field), wheels with nearly new Hankook Winter https://www.gunnisonpubliclands.org/ now validly existing as a body corpo- (b) A state of emergency remains in meetings of the Board of Zoning and petitive bidding and direct the finance INTRODUCED, READ, PASSED AND 6339. (3/20/16). Knowledge of policy trends and edu- Pike studded snow tires. Only two work-with-gpli. The contract will begin rate and public under and by virtue of effect until the Mayor or designee, in Architectural Review, public hearings, director to purchase necessary sup- ORDERED PUBLISHED THIS 13th cator licensing practices in Colorado, ELK AVE RETAIL/STOREFRONT SPACE: months’ wear. Wheel size: 15x7. Bolt in April 2020. Please send a cover let- TOWN OF CB PARKS AND REC is seek- the Colorado Constitution and laws of consultation with the Town Manager, and related municipal functions. plies in the open market. day of March, 2020. experience with online and hybrid Approx. 1234 s/f between 4th and pattern 5x120mm. Tires 195/65/R15 ter and resume by March 26, 2020, ing a Recreation Program Assistant. the State of Colorado; and declares that the threat of danger (3) Delay accepting or processing (14) Exercise all powers permitted TOWN OF CRESTED BUTTE, COLO- instructional delivery, experience in 3rd. Available November 1. Contact 91T. $400 obo. 970-904-0284. with the subject line: “Application for Position performs a variety of tasks WHEREAS, Section 1.4 of the Mu- has passed or that the emergency applications for permits, licenses, and by Town Charter and state law to re- RADO coaching educators, experience Phil 973-919-1380, (3/20/pd/38). Gunnison Public Lands Initiative related to planning, coordinating and nicipal Charter grants the Town all the conditions no longer exist. The Town other approvals. quire emergency services of any Town building partnerships with K-12 [email protected]. Community Organizer” to administration of recreation programs. powers granted to municipal corpora- Council may terminate a state of (4) Control the size of any public officer or employee and command the schools, experience analyzing data & (3/20/21). 2001 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN: 4 wheel [email protected]. PT/seasonal May 11th to August 14th. tions and to towns by the constitution emergency at any time. The Town gatherings or events in the Town to aid of as many citizens of the Town writing program reviews and state drive, white, good condition, 146,000 (3/20/96). $14/hour, 24 hours/week. Internship and general laws of this state together Manager shall immediately issue a less than any size limit imposed by as he or she deems necessary in the COMMERCIAL SHOP SPACE for rent in mi. $4,400. Call Stan 318-512-0710. accreditation reports. Start Date: July credit available. with all the implied powers necessary notice affecting the termination of the Gunnison County pursuant to the execution of his or her duties. CBS. Approx. 2400 sq.ft. w/ office & full (3/27/15). HOUSING AVAILABLE for Full Time 2020 Salary: $55,000-58,000/year, www.townofcrestedbutte.com for info depending on qualifications. View the to carry into execution all the powers state of emergency. County emergency powers. Section 2. Severability. If any sec- bath. Drive thru bay doors. $2500 per Female Spa Receptionist with chance and application. EOE. (3/20/48). granted; and Sec. 2-9-20 - Emergency powers. (5) Temporarily reduce the occupan- tion, sentence, clause, phrase, word or ATTEST: month plus utilities. 970-209-3148. 2008 BMW X5: 4.8L, V8, $7500. 970- to advance to Supervisor at Elevation full announcement and apply online WHEREAS, the Town Council (a) The issuance of a declaration of cy limit for any place of business. other provision of this ordinance is for (3/20/24). 497-0373. (3/20/7). Spa. We are looking for great commu- at www.western.edu/jobs. Screening of SALES ASSOCIATE: Part time, year desires to affirm that it has the power emergency empowers the Town Man- (6) Transfer the direction, person- any reason held to be unconstitutional nication skills, friendly personality and applications will begin immediately, round, long term permanent position to take immediate steps as necessary ager to exercise emergency powers nel, or functions of Town departments or otherwise invalid, such holding shall COMMERCIAL SPACE/OFFICE/RETAIL: In very responsible. Hourly + Commission and continue until the position is filled. at Colorado Real Soap Co. Downtown to protect the public health, safety, and permitted by state and local law. The for the purpose of performing or facili- not affect the validity of the remaining town, off Belleview 1,300 sq. with REAL ESTATE + Included Gym Membership - Western Colorado University is an affir- CB. Paid training, commissions. Drop welfare of its residents and visitors in Town Council maintains all of its nor- tating emergency services. sections, sentences, clauses, phrases, attached office, 1/2 bath, garage Discounted Spa Treatments & Skin mative action/equal opportunity edu- off a resume 310 2nd Street or email the face of emergencies and disasters. mal powers throughout the emergency (7) Subject to any applicable legal words or other provisions of this ordi- Published in the Crested Butte News. bay. On-site parking. $2,350 + utilities. cator and employer. (3/27/211). [email protected]. BUCKHORN LOT FOR SALE: Large lot with Care Education. Condo is furnished, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT OR- period and will convene either in requirements to provide compensa- nance, or the validity of this ordinance Issue of March 20, 2020. #032001 Option to rent just larger commercial walking distance to Elevation. (3/20/31). space or just office (220 sq.ft.) for unobstructed mountain views .74 acres RIVER STEWARD NEEDED: The Crested for $194,000 on N. Avion D. Call listing [email protected], 970-331- Butte Land Trust seeks a dedicated TOAD PROPERTY MANAGEMENT is reduced price. Available 5/1. Call or 7268. (3/20/50). email Sarah 303-358-1593, broker, Noelle Larson, Local Buckhorn seasonal intern to engage recreation- always looking for great people! We [email protected]. Specialist, Crested Butte Resort Real LOOKING TO GET ROOTED this sum- ists on the Slate River for a river use are currently seeking an experienced (3/20/45). Estate. 970-366-2398. (3/20/32). mer? Connect with nature, planting study and outreach program. We are bookkeeper to handle accounts a nonprofit committed to forever pro- receivable, payable and general 6 LOTS ON ELK AVE Zoned B4 residential and caring for perennial gardens SHARED COMMERCIAL KITCHEN SPACE throughout the valley. Laborers and tect and steward open lands. administrative duties. Please go to available in CB South. Space meets and/or commercial, PUD ready. Additional details available online at: toadpropertymanage- ClassifiedsClassifieds $1,200,000. www.mitchellevans.com, Gardener positions available May 1- CO Dept. of Health Standards. Call cblandtrust.org. Please apply to ment.com/employment to submit [email protected] • phone: (970)349.0500 • fax: (970)349.9876 • www.crestedbuttenews.com Call Mitch 970-349-5407. (3/20/18). Oct 31, competitive wages. Please Carolyn 970-349-6339. (3/20/18). email: horizonfinegar- [email protected] with resume, your resume. (3/20/34). cover letter and three references by SKYLAND LOT FOR SALE: 9 Sage Court [email protected]. (3/27/32). COMMERCIAL SHOP/STUDIO SPACE for March 31st. (3/27/61). ID SCULPTURE a leading innovator in rent in CB South on Elcho Ave. .52 acres for $185,000 with panoramic the playground industry, is seeking to FOR RENT FOR RENT FOR RENT FOR RENT FOR RENT Available 5/1. 600 sq. ft for $1500. mountain views. Call listing broker, hire a new Driver / Logistics Manager. Space has a front entry in a shared Noelle Larson, Crested Butte Resort The ideal candidate for this position lobby with bathroom and back entry Real Estate. 970-366-2398. (3/20/26). has a shipping and logistics back- LET CB LODGING HELP YOU take care CLIFFHANGER RENTAL: 2000 sq.ft., TWO OUTRUN CONDOS ON MT. BUS PITCHFORK: Beautiful 3 bedroom, 3 SUMMER RENTAL: $5,000 monthly for 3 garage door. All dues/utilities includ- FOR SALE: Land on County Road 26. ground, CDL, computer literacy. of your property. Whether it’s a short- 2BD/2 bath, nestled on bluff over- ROUTE: Available now. Large 3/2 gor- bath, fireplace, nice Mt. CB views, bedroom/3 bath, pets ok, fireplace, ed except internet. Call or email 35.11 acres with views of the Pinnacles Necessary job functions include: driv- term or long-term rental property, or if looking East River on quiet cul-de- geous new kitchen, W/D, fireplace, hardwood floors, pets OK, $2950 plus beautiful views. 847-769-7800. Rachael 970-596-6844, and Blue Mesa. Power to land and well. ing IDS commercial truck, supervising you’d just like help with maintenance sac, furnished, fishing access. garage potential. $2000. First floor utilities, 847-769-7800, or liskorinterna- (3/20/15). [email protected]. Call 970-275-9294 for more informa- US DOT Compliance and booking 3rd or housekeeping. Call us! Paula 970- Available now. No smoking. Txt 970- 1/1. Modest, cozy. One person/car. [email protected]. (3/20/22). (3/20/48). party freight. ID Sculpture offers com- IN TOWN CONDOMINIUM for rent: tion. (3/20/pd/27). 349-7687. (3/20/32). 209-7058. (3/20/25). $975. Both fully furnished, including petitive pay and benefits including: IN TOWN UNFURNISHED 2 bedroom/1.5 2BD/1BA condo in town of CB. Silvanite cable, water, sewer, trash, plowing, COMMERCIAL SPACE AVAILABLE on Elk BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES IN PAONIA: PTO, healthcare and retirement. To CASTLE RD: 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, fire- HOUSE FOR RENT in town available bath, off-street parking, private access, Condos, no pets (non-negotiable!). tennis. NP/NS. Avenue. Several spots available - retail Downtown commercial building with apply for this unique opportunity, place, hardwood, beautiful views, May 1. 970-209-0408. (3/20/9). washer/dryer in unit. No pets Off-street parking. No smokers. [email protected]. and office. Available October 1st. Call meat processing facility and cold stor- please provide a resumé, cover letter $2960. 847-769 -7800 or liskorinterna- $1850/month. Call Carolyn 970-349- Convenient, close to bus stop. (3/20/43). for details 970-349-2773. (3/20/19). age locker, retail etc. $399,000 MLS and references to [email protected]. (3/20/16). SUNNY SOUTH FACING first floor 6339. (3/20/22). Available February. $1,300 per month 759002. Remedy-Cafe/Cocktail bar - [email protected]. (3/27/79). apartment in CB. 1 bedroom, 1 2/1 CONDO: On the Mountain. (plus utilities), month-to month lease. SINGLE FAMILY HOME for rent in CB bath, NS/NP. $1000/month plus elec- 2 BED PLUS LOFT/1.5 BATH in town. This Business only $107,000 MLS 759696. WORK Available 4/1. $1500/month. Must 904-707-7018. (3/20/37). ALPENGLOW EVENTS is seeking year South. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with a full tric. First, last & deposit. Call (970) top floor unit comes unfurnished and FOR SALE Patti Kaech, Colorado Premier Partners qualify for employee housing. Quiet round and summer staff for event and basement. $2600/month. Available 349-6287. (3/20/24). has a nice open floor plan. This is a DOWNTOWN HOUSE, ROOM FOR RENT: Realty 970-462-4002, person only, no pets, no parties. 1st, tent set ups, full time and part time April 1. 1 year lease required. 970-209- bright sunny unit with skylights in the loft. Share a private, newer 3 bedroom ColoradoPremierPartners.com. last and deposit required. Call Toad: 2 PAIR WOMENS SKI PANTS: 1. Brand available. Hours vary depending on 2003. (3/20/26). MT. CB 3BD/2BA: Recently updated Sorry, no pets! $1,850/mo. plus utilities. home with one other individual. No (3/20/36). 970-349-2773. (3/20/29). new black medium Helly Hansen week. Excellent pay starting at $22/hr floors, kitchen, baths, etc, clean Looking for a 1 year lease. Call Carolyn more dogs please! Must be very women’s insulated ski pants. Never APR 15-OCT 14: 2 bed/2 bath fur- home. WD/DW, killer views of peak FOR SALE on upper Bryant in CB South: DEADLINE TUESDAY AT NOON DOE! Please contact Stephanie via BEAUTIFUL RIVERFRONT HOME: 3000 970-349-6339. (3/20/48). mature, chill and love dogs. Fenced-in worn, tags on $90. 2. Blue Marmot 3 gently south-sloping lots with aspens phone or email. 970-596-2145. nished condo in town on bus rt. W/D, 2 and town, close to bus stops and sq.ft., 3BD/3 bath, den, living room, yard, off-street parking, private full bath women’s small insulated ski pants, and extraordinary views, $375,000. Call [email protected]. park spaces. Tenant pays elec. bike path, 5 min. walk to base area, kitchen/sitting nook, 2 car garage, FOR RENT: Nicely remodeled furnished and office nook. $1,300 + 1/2 (low) util- worn only a few times - like new $65. Pete Nichols / ColdwellBanker Mountain (3/20/43). $1675/mo. 1st, last, sec deposit. No off-street parking. Pet negotiable, no quiet cul-de-sac, furnished, fishing one bedroom house on Whiterock, ities. Avail. April or May. 970-901-7957. 970-209-2978. (3/20/pd/38). Properties, 970-275-1176. (3/20/pd/25). [email protected] pets/smokers. 970-729-0101. (3/20/32). smoking of anything. References access. Available now. No smoking. available until June 1, month to month (4/3/47). thoroughly checked. $2100/month. Txt 970-209-7058. (3/20/28). after, $1400; pet negotiable. Call SKYLAND STUDIO PLUS LOFT offers off- Scottie 808-741-2740. (3/20/48). Paula at CB Lodging 970-349-7687. street parking, common area hot tub RETURNING RMBL SCIENTIST LOOKING (3/20/27). and laundry. $1000/month. Sorry no 2 BEDROOM/2 BATH unfurnished unit for a pet-friendly rental (June 6- COMMERCIAL RENTALS pets. Call Carolyn 970-349-6339. in CB South. This nicely updated unit August 17) for myself and two senior FOR RENT: A very nice one bedroom, (3/20/21). also has a detached one car dogs. Prefer to live near CB, but will- furnished house in town. $1600/month 190SF OFFICE SPACE located on the garage. Rent includes water/sewer plus utilities, available first part of Oct. NICELY REMODELED 3BD/2BA in town ing to commute. 3rd floor of Silver Queen building locat- and trash. $1,600/mo plus electrici- [email protected] or 805- No pets. Please call CB Lodging 970- ed at 115 Elk Avenue. Available condo. Convenient, sunny, spacious ty. Sorry, no pets. Call Carolyn 970- 349-2449. (3/20/27). wrap around deck. No pets, no smok- 910-0682. (3/20/30). October 1st. Call Priscila or Paddy at 349-6339. (3/20/36). 970-349-7550 for details. (3/20/28). ing or vaping of any kind, $2950/mo. APARTMENT FOR RENT in town. Call Call Carolyn 970-349-6339. (3/20/27). SUMMER RENTAL AVAILABLE: Beautiful Bob at 349-5159 or 901-7277. TWO GROUND FLOOR COMMERICIAL house, west side of town close to Elk (3/27/11). Disclaimer: SPACES available for lease in the 3BD/2BA HOUSE in Meridian Lake, Ave. & town shuttle. Off-street park- DUE TO THE LAYOUT OF OUR available June, July and August. Horseshoe Building, 5th and Belleview. ing. Fully furnished 2BD/1BA. Open BLACK BEAR CONDO for long term CLASSIFIEDS, SOME EMAILS New construction, first class units, tall $2500 per month. Amazing mountain floor plan, hardwood floors, W/D, rental. 4BD/4BA with loft, furnished, views, on a quiet cul-de-sac, two car MAY APPEAR WITH A HYPHEN. ceilings and lots of light. Good onsite yard with deck & gas grill. Wi-fi. No great view of CB Mountain. Across parking. 829 and 772 square feet. One garage and just minutes from town smoking. Well-behaved pet nego- street from WestWall lift, heated park- and hiking/biking trails. 303-619-0094. space for sale or lease 595 square tiable. Hot Tub available (if weekly ing, bus service. $3,000/month plus YEAR ROUND RENTAL at Three Rivers feet. Available January 1, 2020. (3/27/34). maintenance costs are covered) security deposit & electric. Available Resort in Almont: $1650/mo. + utils. Inquiries to Bill at 209-1405 or FOR RENT, LONG TERM LEASE: New Available May through September. May1, no animals allowed. Email New manufactured home 3BD/2BA, [email protected]. (3/20/55). construction, high end custom home $1950/mo. + deposit (utilities includ- [email protected], or 214- backs up to national forest. Max 3 ppl offers incredible views. Located five ed). 970-209-7863. (3/20/58). 616-7089 for more info and applica- + 1 dog possible. Call 641-1303 or BEAUTIFUL, AFFORDABLE CB OFFICE: minutes from Crested Butte. Four bed- tion. (3/20/47). stop by to see. (3/20/35). Great for client meetings, coaching, room, three bath, three garage counseling, writing or office work (does EAGLE’S NEST: 3 bed, 3 bath, fireplace, not fit massage table); bath- home. Large great room and laundry great views, 2 balconies to enjoy the room. In-floor heat and led lighting room/shower, kitchen, window; down- scenery. $3050, pets ok. 847-769- town CB. Available 2-3 days/wk, only makes for low energy bills. Sonos 7800. (3/20/19). Sound system, master steam shower, $200/month, includes utilities & inter- high end kitchen, mix of hardwood Classifieds WORK LARGE, BRIGHT AND OPEN STUDIO net. 303-993-4359. (3/20/36). and tile highlight a long list of ameni- apartment downtown. 1 parking spot. 611 FOURTH STREET: Upstairs ties this home has to offer. $4000/mo No pets. $1,150/month plus electric. office/commercial space for rent. Call plus utilities. Call Eric 970-275-6960 for First, last, deposit. Call Toad: 970-349- Mitch for details 970-349-5407. more details. (3/20/78). [email protected] 2773. (3/20/22). (3/20/14). Crested Butte News March 20, 2020 | 29 COMMERCIAL RENTALS FOR SALE REAL ESTATE EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT

FOR RENT: Retail/Office space, central ORTHOPEDIC FOLDING WEDGE PILLOW CRESTED BUTTE SOUTH: 1/2 Duplex, over WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY seeks PART-TIME CABIN CLEANER IN CB: Must downtown location, 318 Elk Ave., Unit from Bed, Bath & Beyond. 10” tall x 12” 2200 square feet, high end finishes, 3 a full time Director of Educator have cleaning experience and vehi- 11, 600 sq/ft, clean, freshly painted, wide, 16” folded, 31” extended; like bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, granite coun- Preparation. This is a full-time, 12- cle. Able to work independently, lots of light. Available April 1. $1560 new, very clean, $35. Call 275-8910. tertops, rustic white oak floors, gas fire- month, administrative position respon- meticulously and some week- (electric and internet paid by renter) (3/20/pd/24). place, amazing views, natural gas, in- sible for overseeing, supporting, man- ends/holidays. Year-round/long-term Contact Cheryl, 970-275-3167. floor heat, living room and family aging, and assessing educator prepa- 10-20 hrs/wk. Usual working hours 10-2 (3/20/35). TWIN YAMAHA SNOWMOBILES AND TILT room, heated garage, covered deck ration faculty and staff members, p.m. $21/hour. Email TRAILER for sale. One owner, 1986, and patio, lawn sprinkler, 10x12 shed, trainings, placements, reporting, resume/references to pioneerguest- OFFICE DOWNTOWN W/ PRIVATE YARD: good condition, less than 900 miles on $660,000. Call Mike Molitor, school district partnerships, and licen- [email protected]. No phone calls. Small office space with own entry, each. $2740 or best offer. Contact owner/broker Re/Max Alliance 970- sure application processes. The (3/20/41). fenced-in yard w/ deck, private 1/2 [email protected] for pictures 817-4831. (4/3/56). Director also plays a key role in super- bath and downtown. $975/mo. plus or appointment to see. (3/20/32). vising curricular revision, and s/he WANT TO WORK OUTSIDE this summer? utilities. 970-209-8050. (4/3/25). Alpengardener is looking to hire hard- SECTIONAL SOFA WITH 2 RECLINERS: Like mediates issues that come up between students and their support working and motivated individuals for STORAGE UNITS AVAILABLE for rent in new. Grey microfiber. $600. Matching EMPLOYMENT our garden maintenance, hardscape Riverland. 8 x 20 ft. 970-275-1703. rocker recliner, $200. Call 719-661- teams, especially during their year- long clinical residency. Required qual- project and lawn maintenance crews. (3/20/12). 4490. (3/27/16). GUNNISON PUBLIC LAND INITIATIVE ifications: earned Masters in Education We are also looking for help in our RIVERLAND PROFESSIONAL BUILDING: BACK SUPPORT BELT FOR SALE: McGuire- (GPLI) has created a part-time con- (or related field), at least 5 years of Gunnison and Crested Butte Garden Office space for rent. 550 square feet, Nicholas. Size small, like new, $10. Call tracted Community Organizer and successful K-12 teaching experience, centers. Full and part time positions seeks applicants. Qualified individuals available. Email resume to gar- river views, 2 dedicated parking 970-275-8910. (3/20/pd/13). demonstrated commitment to diversi- spaces, tenant pays for internet, other will possess a local network in ty, equity, and inclusivity, team player [email protected]. (3/27/50). utilities included, $850/month. 2005 SUBARU HEADS: Machined, 2.5L Gunnison County; will advocate sup- with proven capacity for collabora- Contact Haden Spencer 512-921- H4 VIN(6). $500 for the pair obo. Call for port for GPLI proposals and related tion, knowledge of educator licensure legislation; and will be able to orga- 9712. (3/20/29). pictures and info, 970-275-9294. processes, experience mentoring and nize community support GPLI’s recom- Disclaimer: (3/20/pd/19). coaching K-20 educators, excellent DUE TO THE LAYOUT OF OUR OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE in Riverland: mendations to the GMUG National communication and computer skills. CLASSIFIEDS, SOME EMAILS 450 square feet, includes all utilities, SNOW TIRES & BMW FACTORY WHEELS: Forests Plan revision. A complete job Preferred qualifications: Terminal $750/month. Call Carolyn 970-349- Four (4) factory original BMW 325i description is listed on GPLI’s website – degree in Education (or related field), MAY APPEAR WITH A HYPHEN. 6339. (3/20/16). wheels with nearly new Hankook Winter https://www.gunnisonpubliclands.org/ Knowledge of policy trends and edu- Pike studded snow tires. Only two work-with-gpli. The contract will begin cator licensing practices in Colorado, ELK AVE RETAIL/STOREFRONT SPACE: months’ wear. Wheel size: 15x7. Bolt in April 2020. Please send a cover let- TOWN OF CB PARKS AND REC is seek- experience with online and hybrid ing a Recreation Program Assistant. Approx. 1234 s/f between 4th and pattern 5x120mm. Tires 195/65/R15 ter and resume by March 26, 2020, instructional delivery, experience in 3rd. Available November 1. Contact 91T. $400 obo. 970-904-0284. with the subject line: “Application for Position performs a variety of tasks coaching educators, experience related to planning, coordinating and Phil 973-919-1380, (3/20/pd/38). Gunnison Public Lands Initiative building partnerships with K-12 [email protected]. Community Organizer” to administration of recreation programs. 2001 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN: 4 wheel schools, experience analyzing data & PT/seasonal May 11th to August 14th. (3/20/21). [email protected]. writing program reviews and state drive, white, good condition, 146,000 (3/20/96). $14/hour, 24 hours/week. Internship COMMERCIAL SHOP SPACE for rent in mi. $4,400. Call Stan 318-512-0710. accreditation reports. Start Date: July credit available. CBS. Approx. 2400 sq.ft. w/ office & full (3/27/15). HOUSING AVAILABLE for Full Time 2020 Salary: $55,000-58,000/year, www.townofcrestedbutte.com for info depending on qualifications. View the bath. Drive thru bay doors. $2500 per Female Spa Receptionist with chance and application. EOE. (3/20/48). month plus utilities. 970-209-3148. 2008 BMW X5: 4.8L, V8, $7500. 970- to advance to Supervisor at Elevation full announcement and apply online (3/20/24). 497-0373. (3/20/7). Spa. We are looking for great commu- at www.western.edu/jobs. Screening of SALES ASSOCIATE: Part time, year nication skills, friendly personality and applications will begin immediately, round, long term permanent position COMMERCIAL SPACE/OFFICE/RETAIL: In very responsible. Hourly + Commission and continue until the position is filled. at Colorado Real Soap Co. Downtown town, off Belleview 1,300 sq. with REAL ESTATE + Included Gym Membership - Western Colorado University is an affir- CB. Paid training, commissions. Drop attached office, 1/2 bath, garage Discounted Spa Treatments & Skin mative action/equal opportunity edu- off a resume 310 2nd Street or email bay. On-site parking. $2,350 + utilities. cator and employer. (3/27/211). [email protected]. BUCKHORN LOT FOR SALE: Large lot with Care Education. Condo is furnished, Option to rent just larger commercial walking distance to Elevation. (3/20/31). space or just office (220 sq.ft.) for unobstructed mountain views .74 acres RIVER STEWARD NEEDED: The Crested for $194,000 on N. Avion D. Call listing [email protected], 970-331- Butte Land Trust seeks a dedicated TOAD PROPERTY MANAGEMENT is reduced price. Available 5/1. Call or 7268. (3/20/50). email Sarah 303-358-1593, broker, Noelle Larson, Local Buckhorn seasonal intern to engage recreation- always looking for great people! We [email protected]. Specialist, Crested Butte Resort Real LOOKING TO GET ROOTED this sum- ists on the Slate River for a river use are currently seeking an experienced (3/20/45). Estate. 970-366-2398. (3/20/32). mer? Connect with nature, planting study and outreach program. We are bookkeeper to handle accounts and caring for perennial gardens a nonprofit committed to forever pro- receivable, payable and general SHARED COMMERCIAL KITCHEN SPACE 6 LOTS ON ELK AVE Zoned B4 residential tect and steward open lands. administrative duties. Please go to and/or commercial, PUD ready. throughout the valley. Laborers and available in CB South. Space meets Gardener positions available May 1- Additional details available online at: toadpropertymanage- CO Dept. of Health Standards. Call $1,200,000. www.mitchellevans.com, cblandtrust.org. Please apply to ment.com/employment to submit Call Mitch 970-349-5407. (3/20/18). Oct 31, competitive wages. Please Carolyn 970-349-6339. (3/20/18). email: horizonfinegar- [email protected] with resume, your resume. (3/20/34). cover letter and three references by SKYLAND LOT FOR SALE: 9 Sage Court [email protected]. (3/27/32). COMMERCIAL SHOP/STUDIO SPACE for March 31st. (3/27/61). ID SCULPTURE a leading innovator in rent in CB South on Elcho Ave. .52 acres for $185,000 with panoramic the playground industry, is seeking to Available 5/1. 600 sq. ft for $1500. mountain views. Call listing broker, hire a new Driver / Logistics Manager. Space has a front entry in a shared Noelle Larson, Crested Butte Resort The ideal candidate for this position lobby with bathroom and back entry Real Estate. 970-366-2398. (3/20/26). has a shipping and logistics back- garage door. All dues/utilities includ- FOR SALE: Land on County Road 26. ground, CDL, computer literacy. ed except internet. Call or email 35.11 acres with views of the Pinnacles Necessary job functions include: driv- Rachael 970-596-6844, and Blue Mesa. Power to land and well. ing IDS commercial truck, supervising [email protected]. Call 970-275-9294 for more informa- US DOT Compliance and booking 3rd (3/20/48). tion. (3/20/pd/27). party freight. ID Sculpture offers competitive pay and benefits including: COMMERCIAL SPACE AVAILABLE on Elk BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES IN PAONIA: PTO, healthcare and retirement. To Avenue. Several spots available - retail Downtown commercial building with apply for this unique opportunity, and office. Available October 1st. Call meat processing facility and cold stor- please provide a resumé, cover letter for details 970-349-2773. (3/20/19). age locker, retail etc. $399,000 MLS and references to 759002. Remedy-Cafe/Cocktail bar - [email protected]. (3/27/79). Business only $107,000 MLS 759696. WORK FOR SALE Patti Kaech, Colorado Premier Partners ALPENGLOW EVENTS is seeking year Realty 970-462-4002, round and summer staff for event and tent set ups, full time and part time 2 PAIR WOMENS SKI PANTS: 1. Brand ColoradoPremierPartners.com. (3/20/36). available. Hours vary depending on new black medium Helly Hansen week. Excellent pay starting at $22/hr women’s insulated ski pants. Never FOR SALE on upper Bryant in CB South: DEADLINE TUESDAY AT NOON DOE! Please contact Stephanie via worn, tags on $90. 2. Blue Marmot 3 gently south-sloping lots with aspens phone or email. 970-596-2145. women’s small insulated ski pants, and extraordinary views, $375,000. Call [email protected]. worn only a few times - like new $65. Pete Nichols / ColdwellBanker Mountain (3/20/43). 970-209-2978. (3/20/pd/38). Properties, 970-275-1176. (3/20/pd/25). [email protected]

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GUNNISON VALLEY HEALTH has the fol- THE MT. CRESTED BUTTE WATER AND FUN SUMMER JOBS at Three Rivers THE GUNNISON COUNTRY FAIR- CRESTED BUTTE GIFT BASKETS: Welcome THE GUNNISON COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS PITAS IN PARADISE looking for studs & TOAD PROPERTY MANAGEMENT is with benefits Special Services Office LAVISH: A women’s accessory & baby lowing openings: At the HOSPITAL: 1 SANITATION DISTRI CT is accepting Resort in Almont: Housekeeping (just GROUNDS is now accepting applica- your guests or say thank you with a gift DEPARTMENT is now accepting appli- studettes for full-time kitchen help. always looking for great team mem- Manager: Oversight and manage- boutique is looking for flexible, part- Care Associate at Family Medicine, 1 applications for a full-time Wastewater spring cleaning Apr-May or entire sea- tions for a full-time Fairgrounds basket or bag showcasing products of cations for a full time Heavy Health benefits & premium pay for self- bers. We are currently hiring mainte- ment of Special Services student and time sales help. Retail experience pre- Admissions Rep, 1 FT Medical Operator position to be part of a team son through Sept/Oct possible), Facilities Maintenance Assistant. This Crested Butte and the valley. Equipment Operator I position. The motivated & hardworking individuals. nance managers and technicians. staff files, both paper and electronic ferred, customer service a must. Must Assistant, 1 FT Orthopedic Nurse environment focused on operation of Restaurant cooks, kitchen help, position is 40 hours per week with a Graduation, weddings, VRBOs, special opening is a 40 hour per week position Apply in person or email pitasinpar- Please go to copies. Manage the Individual be available weekends and evenings Navigator, 1 PRN Nursing Assistant, 2 the wastewater plant and collection Accounting Office, Front Desk (part monthly salary starting at $3,340 plus clients. Check us out at cbgiftbas- with full benefits. Duties will include [email protected]. (3/20/26). ToadPropertyManagement.com/empl Education Program (IEP) database with a commitment at least through ski PRN Paramedics, 1 FT Family Practice system for Mt. Crested Butte. Important time), Photo Manager, Photographers. full benefits. This position plans, directs, kets.com or call 970-209-4750. operation of equipment and trucks, oyment to submit your resume. and support staff with IEP completion. season, preferably through the sum- MD/DO, 1 PRN & 1 FT Unit Coordinator, qualifications include a combination Competitive pay, resort discounts, free coordinates and monitors the day-to- (3/20/pd/38). maintenance and plowing of County WOODEN NICKEL BAR AND STEAK (3/20/27). Colorado Department of Education mer as well. Contact Melanie at 2 FT Medical Technologist, 3 FT of construction, field operations and rafting, FUN workplace. Must have an day activities and operations of the roads, and light maintenance of HOUSE: Positions available for Automated Data Entry and Reporting [email protected] or stop by 234 Elk Med/Surg RN, 1 PRN & 1 FT Labor & electrical/mechanical/maintenance open and flexible schedule the entire Gunnison County Fairgrounds. Some VETERINARY CHIROPRACTIC, ACUPUNC- equipment. Applicant is required to Broiler/Line Cooks and Prep Cooks. (Data Pipeline). Oversight and man- Ave. with resume & references. Delivery RN, 1 PRN ED RN, 1 FT repair. A State of Colorado Collections summer. Employee housing option for evening and weekend hours required. TURE and Laser Therapy for Horses and have a valid Commercial Driver’s Evening hours-full time and part time agement of PowerSchool. Manage (3/20/54). Respiratory Therapist, 1 FT Revenue and/or Wastewater license or the abili- full-time, qualified candidates. 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(3/20/31). vacation rental, office space, or con- sit experience desired, but not Individual and small group counseling graph artwork, package and ship art- OWNERS ASSOCIATION is seeking a part- Substitutes needed-CBCS: Help assist Includes guaranteed winter salary & 6 course begins May 18. Includes state ing condominiums and hotel rooms. struction site! Contact Jessica Johnson required. Link to job description at and social/emotional support, work, maintain an artist website, and time facility, parks and maintenance with kitchen food preparation and weeks off during off seasons. Benefits requirements, 1st aid/CPR, instruction For more information or to apply, you PERSONAL TAX RETURNS: Professionally 612-382-5611, crystalcleancb.com. www.mtnexp.org. Submit resume Supervision of Student Leadership learn the trade from Crested Butte’s personnel. This position is responsible for other duties. 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The position will also range is $13.69 to $14.82 per hour lecturer in the area of teaching English BURBANK STONEWORKS: New construc- evenings and weekends, in adverse 21 school year: Provide high quality based on experience, with a benefit Concrete Laborers. Ideal candidates Audio Video Technician: We’re search- service/repair. cbhottub.com. Call guide the Town‘s long-range planning depending upon experience. Full-time learners (EL) and Culturally and tion, remodels and repairs. Stone weather conditions, lift heavy objects, physical education and health instruc- package. Fun work environment offer- possess a positive attitude and desire ing for a couple of full time 970-275-5700 or visit 315 Belleview efforts, land use planning, building benefit package for 30+hours will Linguistically Diverse (CLD) learners. veneer, fireplaces and patios. Call and work independently with little super- tion that is standards-based and ing job security and advancement. to learn. Applicants must be able to Audio/Video Technicians to provide Ave, Crested Butte. (3/20/42). department oversight and oversee to include paid employee. Health Required qualifications: earned Craig at 970-209-8633. (3/20/pd/16). vision. Experience with small engine developmentally appropriate. Clean driving record a must. Contact repeatedly lift 80 lbs. for a portion of on-site installation services and sup- the Board of Zoning and Architectural Insurance and nine annual days per Masters in Education (or related field), repair and construction a plus. This is a Communicate effectively and build Timberline Mechanical Contracting, each day. Initially, responsibilities are port of basic to complex audio and Review. The position is full-time with a year. Please contact: Superintendent’s at least 3 years of successful K-12 great opportunity for the right person to relationships with students, staff and Crested Butte, CO 970-349-5679 or to mix/move concrete and set-up video systems for our residential and wide range of benefits, starting wage Office, JoAnn Klingsmith, 800 N. experience teaching EL-CLD students, work into a full time position, with bene- families. Promote a positive school email [email protected]. for/clean-up after concrete spray commercial based clientele. These $96-$115,000 DOQ. Eight years of Boulevard, 970-641-7760, jkling- familiarity with Colorado’s K-12 fits. Must hold a valid driver’s license with culture through PBIS and the Titan Traits (3/20/53). operations. Compensation is $14-$18 are entry level positions and you will be planning and supervision experience [email protected] OR www Teacher Quality and Academic no alcohol related infractions. This is an program. 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ID able to demonstrate excellent com- cation are available on the Town’s qualifications: earned Doctorate in interest, resume, and at least 3 work Programs, and assist with other school- Colorado Statewide Sculpture is an equal opportunity munication skills. Experience in the AV website at Education (or related field), experi- DEADLINE IS TUESDAY AT NOON related references to CB South P.O.A. wide programs. Applicants must be &ODVVL¿HG$GYHUWLVLQJ employer. Drop off resume at 591 S. industry is preferred but not required. www.townofcrestedbutte.com. Please ence teaching English learners and Office at 61 Teocalli Road, Crested licensed in the state of Colorado with Network Boulevard St. or email Construction experience is also con- Please email copy to [email protected], call submit application, cover letter and culturally and linguistically diverse stu- Butte 81224. Fax 349-1162, email an endorsement in Physical [email protected]. (3/27/90). sidered a plus. Crestron and or resume to Town of Crested Butte via dents in K-12 schools, experience (970)349-0500 ext. 112, ask for Nicky or fax copy to (970)349-9876. [email protected], phone 349-1162. Education. Special Education To place a 25-word COSCAN Network ad in 91 Colorado Control4 experience is desired but not email to hfrench@crestedbutte- supervising teacher candidates as (3/27/181). Teacher-GMS: Provide instruction and newspapers for only $300, contact your local newspaper or JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN Seeking necessary. In order for you to be con- co.gov. EOE. (3/20/127). either a mentor teacher or clinical fac- Payment is required in advance. case management for special edu- call Colorado Press Association Network at 303-571-5117. experienced electricians for commer- sidered you must submit professional cation students. Fulfill legal require- cial, residential and service work. Top ulty. 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GUNNISON VALLEY HEALTH has the fol- THE MT. CRESTED BUTTE WATER AND FUN SUMMER JOBS at Three Rivers THE GUNNISON COUNTRY FAIR- CRESTED BUTTE GIFT BASKETS: Welcome THE GUNNISON COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS PITAS IN PARADISE looking for studs & TOAD PROPERTY MANAGEMENT is with benefits Special Services Office LAVISH: A women’s accessory & baby lowing openings: At the HOSPITAL: 1 SANITATION DISTRICT is accepting Resort in Almont: Housekeeping (just GROUNDS is now accepting applica- your guests or say thank you with a gift DEPARTMENT is now accepting appli- studettes for full-time kitchen help. always looking for great team mem- Manager: Oversight and manage- boutique is looking for flexible, part- Care Associate at Family Medicine, 1 applications for a full-time Wastewater spring cleaning Apr-May or entire sea- tions for a full-time Fairgrounds basket or bag showcasing products of cations for a full time Heavy Health benefits & premium pay for self- bers. We are currently hiring mainte- ment of Special Services student and time sales help. Retail experience pre- Admissions Rep, 1 FT Medical Operator position to be part of a team son through Sept/Oct possible), Facilities Maintenance Assistant. This Crested Butte and the valley. Equipment Operator I position. The motivated & hardworking individuals. nance managers and technicians. staff files, both paper and electronic ferred, customer service a must. Must Assistant, 1 FT Orthopedic Nurse environment focused on operation of Restaurant cooks, kitchen help, position is 40 hours per week with a Graduation, weddings, VRBOs, special opening is a 40 hour per week position Apply in person or email pitasinpar- Please go to copies. Manage the Individual be available weekends and evenings Navigator, 1 PRN Nursing Assistant, 2 the wastewater plant and collection Accounting Office, Front Desk (part monthly salary starting at $3,340 plus clients. Check us out at cbgiftbas- with full benefits. Duties will include [email protected]. (3/20/26). ToadPropertyManagement.com/empl Education Program (IEP) database with a commitment at least through ski PRN Paramedics, 1 FT Family Practice system for Mt. Crested Butte. Important time), Photo Manager, Photographers. full benefits. This position plans, directs, kets.com or call 970-209-4750. operation of equipment and trucks, oyment to submit your resume. and support staff with IEP completion. season, preferably through the sum- MD/DO, 1 PRN & 1 FT Unit Coordinator, qualifications include a combination Competitive pay, resort discounts, free coordinates and monitors the day-to- (3/20/pd/38). maintenance and plowing of County WOODEN NICKEL BAR AND STEAK (3/20/27). Colorado Department of Education mer as well. Contact Melanie at 2 FT Medical Technologist, 3 FT of construction, field operations and rafting, FUN workplace. Must have an day activities and operations of the roads, and light maintenance of HOUSE: Positions available for Automated Data Entry and Reporting [email protected] or stop by 234 Elk Med/Surg RN, 1 PRN & 1 FT Labor & electrical/mechanical/maintenance open and flexible schedule the entire Gunnison County Fairgrounds. Some VETERINARY CHIROPRACTIC, ACUPUNC- equipment. Applicant is required to Broiler/Line Cooks and Prep Cooks. (Data Pipeline). Oversight and man- Ave. with resume & references. Delivery RN, 1 PRN ED RN, 1 FT repair. A State of Colorado Collections summer. Employee housing option for evening and weekend hours required. TURE and Laser Therapy for Horses and have a valid Commercial Driver’s Evening hours-full time and part time agement of PowerSchool. Manage (3/20/54). Respiratory Therapist, 1 FT Revenue and/or Wastewater license or the abili- full-time, qualified candidates. 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Benefits FT & 1 PT MDS Coordinator, 2 FT & 1 PT Colorado driver’s license is required COURTESY OFFICER The Elevation Hotel be picked up at the Gunnison County (2) years experience driving a truck, GUNNISON WATERSHED SCHOOL DIS- Reimbursement and Consolidated install. We expect professionalism, locker room with limited number of include health insurance, paid time off, & 1 PRN Staff Nurse, 1 FT & 1 PT Life and a Commercial Driver’s License & Spa in Mt Crested Butte, CO is hiring Fairgrounds, 275 S. Spruce Street, operating a loader, and backhoe. TRICT RE1J: See GWSD website for Application grant. Monitoring of multi- positive attitudes, strong work ethic, oversized lockers available. Truly ski- gym membership, and 25% off hotel Enriching Caregiver. At the HOME (CDL) is preferred at hiring or the ability a full time, year round night audit. 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We training course offered by Scenic River MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN: The employment are contingent upon the and life insurance as well as season ski Street, Gunnison, CO 81230. DIAMOND BLUE POOL & SPA in business have an application on file, you need education and experience. Position is quantities according to the School are looking for great communication Tours. We will train for 14 days and pro- Elevation Hotel & Spa in Mt. Crested successful completion of a negative pass and employer contribution to Applications will be taken until the since 1996. The Expert in Hot Tubs. not re-apply. Completed applications full-time with health insurance, PERA Lunch menu, and serve students in a skills, friendly personality and very vide you with all the gear you need. Butte, CO is hiring full time, year round 10 panel drug screen test, criminal retirement plan. Full job description is position is filled. (3/27/153). Selling Dimension One Spas, Repairs should be submitted to Gunnison retirement. 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(3/20/31). vacation rental, office space, or con- sit experience desired, but not Individual and small group counseling graph artwork, package and ship art- OWNERS ASSOCIATION is seeking a part- Substitutes needed-CBCS: Help assist Includes guaranteed winter salary & 6 course begins May 18. Includes state ing condominiums and hotel rooms. struction site! Contact Jessica Johnson required. Link to job description at and social/emotional support, work, maintain an artist website, and time facility, parks and maintenance with kitchen food preparation and weeks off during off seasons. Benefits requirements, 1st aid/CPR, instruction For more information or to apply, you PERSONAL TAX RETURNS: Professionally 612-382-5611, crystalcleancb.com. www.mtnexp.org. Submit resume Supervision of Student Leadership learn the trade from Crested Butte’s personnel. This position is responsible for other duties. Shifts from 6:30am- include: company pays 1/2 health on the Taylor, Gunnison, Lake Fork and can email prepared in CB by Mark Trautman, (3/20/22). online at Clarsen@crestedbutte- Club, Crisis response, Support class- finest gallery and working professional custodial and maintenance activities 2:30pm; $13.20 per hour. Substitute insurance, company truck, ski pass & Arkansas Rivers. Optional Whitewater [email protected], CFP® – Reasonable rates. For more co.gov or mail to Mountain Express, room teachers and staff to ensure a artists. Sales experience preferred, for all association grounds, equipment, teachers-District: the School District is bonuses. Prefer skidster, irrigation, Rescue Course offered as well. call 970-349-8867 or stop by our information and to contact, visit NEED CASH? We’ll buy your gold, silver, PO Box 3482, Crested Butte, CO positive learning environment. especially in an art-related field. buildings and fields. Work will include in need of qualified substitute teach- landscaping & snow plowing experi- Additionally, our Fly Fishing Guide office in the 3 Seasons at 701 Gothic www.WestElkFinancial.com or call platinum and diamonds by appoint- 81224. (3/20/53). Communicate effectively with stu- Graphic design, accounting, or mar- general repair and maintenance of all ers. Interested individuals must hold a ence. Email resume to School offers training to become a in Mt CB to complete an application. 349-5725. (3/20/24). ment. Zacchariah Zypp & Co. Noel at dents, families and school personnel. keting skills a plus. Potential for year- (3/20/18). kinds, including: sprinkler system repair, valid Colorado teaching license, or a [email protected]. (3/27/58). professional fly fishing guide, May 11- (3/20/54). 349-5913. THE TOWN OF CRESTED BUTTE is looking electrical repair, small engine repair Actively participate on district and round employment for the right candi- CB HOT TUB SALES & SERVICE sells for a Community Development Colorado substitute authorization 15. For more info: and maintenance, weeding, mowing, school counselor teams. Applicants TIMBERLINE MECHANICAL CONTRACT- THE HIGHLY RESPECTED and award win- date. Pay D.O.E. Email your résumé to HotSpring Spas. Professional service SUZIE’S DESK: Administrative support, Director to take on the climate action, license. Bus Driver’s-District: Requires www.3riversresort.com (Job and snow shoveling. Additional duties must be licensed in the state of ING is looking for experienced ning King Systems – Crested Butte, [email protected]. (3/27/91). and repair of all hot tubs. Chemicals, bookkeeping or special projects. sustainability, historic preservation and Class B P2S CDL license. If you have Opportunities). Email: opera- include: Painting, landscaping, clean- Colorado with an endorsement in Hydronic Heating technicians for Boiler Colorado office is looking to add new covers, parts and accessories. Salt Contact 970-275-9392 or email affordable housing challenges facing not obtained this license, we will train [email protected]. (3/20/86). WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY seeks ing of buildings and locker rooms. Counseling. Elementary Physical Servicing, Troubleshooting and Heat team members to our staff. Must enjoy water, chlorine and bromine experts. [email protected]. (3/20/14). the Town with a creative and thought- and pay all endorsement fees. Wage full time, 9-month non-tenure track Applicant must be able to work Education/Health Teacher-CBES 2020- Repair. Timberline offers top pay ID SCULPTURE is also seeking entry-level all 4 seasons and be able to travel. Maintenance contracts. Emergency ful approach. The position will also range is $13.69 to $14.82 per hour lecturer in the area of teaching English BURBANK STONEWORKS: New construc- evenings and weekends, in adverse 21 school year: Provide high quality based on experience, with a benefit Concrete Laborers. Ideal candidates Audio Video Technician: We’re search- service/repair. cbhottub.com. Call guide the Town‘s long-range planning depending upon experience. Full-time learners (EL) and Culturally and tion, remodels and repairs. Stone weather conditions, lift heavy objects, physical education and health instruc- package. Fun work environment offer- possess a positive attitude and desire ing for a couple of full time 970-275-5700 or visit 315 Belleview efforts, land use planning, building benefit package for 30+hours will Linguistically Diverse (CLD) learners. veneer, fireplaces and patios. Call and work independently with little super- tion that is standards-based and ing job security and advancement. to learn. Applicants must be able to Audio/Video Technicians to provide Ave, Crested Butte. (3/20/42). department oversight and oversee to include paid employee. Health Required qualifications: earned Craig at 970-209-8633. (3/20/pd/16). vision. Experience with small engine developmentally appropriate. Clean driving record a must. Contact repeatedly lift 80 lbs. for a portion of on-site installation services and sup- the Board of Zoning and Architectural Insurance and nine annual days per Masters in Education (or related field), repair and construction a plus. This is a Communicate effectively and build Timberline Mechanical Contracting, each day. Initially, responsibilities are port of basic to complex audio and Review. The position is full-time with a year. Please contact: Superintendent’s at least 3 years of successful K-12 great opportunity for the right person to relationships with students, staff and Crested Butte, CO 970-349-5679 or to mix/move concrete and set-up video systems for our residential and wide range of benefits, starting wage Office, JoAnn Klingsmith, 800 N. experience teaching EL-CLD students, work into a full time position, with bene- families. Promote a positive school email [email protected]. for/clean-up after concrete spray commercial based clientele. These $96-$115,000 DOQ. Eight years of Boulevard, 970-641-7760, jkling- familiarity with Colorado’s K-12 fits. Must hold a valid driver’s license with culture through PBIS and the Titan Traits (3/20/53). operations. Compensation is $14-$18 are entry level positions and you will be planning and supervision experience [email protected] OR www Teacher Quality and Academic no alcohol related infractions. This is an program. Collaborate with other spe- .gunnisonschools.net. (3/20/631). per hour, depending on prior con- trained as necessary. is required. A bachelors in planning or Standards, ability and enthusiasm to Classifieds hourly position that assumes a 20-30 cials teachers and CBES staff on inter- struction experience and/or aptitude. Skills/Qualifications: Applicants must WORK. related field required, a masters is pre- teach and support learning in online hour work-week. Pay will be $17-$21 per disciplinary units and themes. Retirement, health, and PTO benefits possess a high level of integrity and be ferred. Full job description and appli- and hybrid environments. Preferred $6.50/week for 26 words or less. 25¢/word after that. hour DOE. Please provide letter off Coordinate the Ski for PE and Nordic are available after 12-months. ID able to demonstrate excellent com- cation are available on the Town’s qualifications: earned Doctorate in interest, resume, and at least 3 work Programs, and assist with other school- Colorado Statewide Sculpture is an equal opportunity munication skills. Experience in the AV website at Education (or related field), experi- DEADLINE IS TUESDAY AT NOON related references to CB South P.O.A. wide programs. Applicants must be &ODVVL¿HG$GYHUWLVLQJ employer. Drop off resume at 591 S. industry is preferred but not required. www.townofcrestedbutte.com. Please ence teaching English learners and Office at 61 Teocalli Road, Crested licensed in the state of Colorado with Network Boulevard St. or email Construction experience is also con- Please email copy to [email protected], call submit application, cover letter and culturally and linguistically diverse stu- Butte 81224. Fax 349-1162, email an endorsement in Physical [email protected]. (3/27/90). sidered a plus. Crestron and or resume to Town of Crested Butte via dents in K-12 schools, experience (970)349-0500 ext. 112, ask for Nicky or fax copy to (970)349-9876. [email protected], phone 349-1162. Education. Special Education To place a 25-word COSCAN Network ad in 91 Colorado Control4 experience is desired but not email to hfrench@crestedbutte- supervising teacher candidates as (3/27/181). Teacher-GMS: Provide instruction and newspapers for only $300, contact your local newspaper or JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN Seeking necessary. In order for you to be con- co.gov. EOE. (3/20/127). either a mentor teacher or clinical fac- Payment is required in advance. case management for special edu- call Colorado Press Association Network at 303-571-5117. experienced electricians for commer- sidered you must submit professional cation students. Fulfill legal require- cial, residential and service work. Top ulty. Start Date: August 2020 Salary: VISA/MC accepted by phone or send check payable to &2/25$'235(66 references and a resume. Must pro- ments for documentation of those ser- :$17(' wages and benefits. Please call $39,000-42,000, depending on quali- $662&,$7,211(7:25. vide your own tools. Some specialty fications and experience (9-month Crested Butte News, PO Box 369, Crested Butte, CO 81224 vices. Monitor progress Supervise and Crested Butte Electrical at tools will be provided as needed. Must direct special education paraprofes- 970.349.5265. (3/20/22). position) View the full announcement Cash for Mineral Rights %X\DZRUGVWDWHZLGHFODVVL¿HGOLQHDGLQ be able to provide identification and and apply online at sionals .Applicants must be licensed in )UHHQRULVNFDVKRIIHU&RQWDFWXVZLWKWKH QHZVSDSHUVDFURVVWKHVWDWHRI TOP TIER CONSTRUCTION is hiring pass a criminal background check. A www.western.edu/jobs. Screening of the state of Colorado with an endorse- details: &RORUDGRIRUMXVWSHUZHHN$VNDERXW ClassifiedsWORK roofers and roof laborers. No experi- valid Driver’s License is a requirement. applications will begin immediately, ment in Special Education (Specialist Call: RXUIUHTXHQF\GLVFRXQWV Please submit resumes to or Generalist preferred). Experience Write: 0LQHUDOV32%2; &RQWDFWWKLVQHZVSDSHURUFDOO ence necessary. Will train. and continue until the position is filled. Competitive pay. 970-209-2918. [email protected]. Western Colorado University is an affir- working with all levels of support needs /LWWOHWRQ&2 &RORUDGR3UHVV$VVRFLDWLRQ1HWZRUN (3/20/178). and content areas. Position is full-time Email:RSSRUWXQLW\#HFPUHVRXUFHVLQFFRP (3/20/17). mative action/equal opportunity edu- [email protected] cator and employer. (3/27/149). AT YOUR SERVICE

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