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Trustees sniff at secondhand pot smoke
NEDERLAND - The Nederland Board of Trustees (BOT) discussed two major issues during their meeting on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, both regarding public health and safety. These include continuing the … more
The Nederland Food Pantry's new campus is planned to include an outdoor garden space and a walk-in cooler.
Nederland Food Pantry moves house
There’s a lot on the horizon for the Nederland Food Pantry (NFP). The pantry, Community Gardens, and the Clothing Closet – while the community that they serve has grown, they have also seen their … more
Representatives of the NDDA and Nederland Planning Commission discuss the recommendations for transit improvements.
Transportation plan rounds final bend
On Monday, September 23, 2024, the third and final Task Force of community stakeholders for the Multimodal Transportation Plan (MTP) met to discuss its final phases as the plan heads to the Board of … more
Central City Opera singers perform scenes from Gabriel’s Daughter, an opera based on the life of Clara Brown.
Clara Brown's legacy honored in Central City
In a touching ceremony on Saturday, September 21, 2024, Clara Brown, one of Colorado’s most significant historical figures, was honored with the renaming of County Road Street to “Clara Brown … more
A moose wandered into the United Power parking lot during the event.
United Power hosts Coal Creek open house

United Power hosted an open house event at the Coal Creek Canyon office on Sept. 21 to introduce the new mountain area manager to residents. more

Strategic planning at BoCC work session
The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners held a work session on September 17, 2024, at 9 a.m. to address key issues outside their regular meetings, including discussions on conservation … more
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Trustees tackle term limit loophole
The Nederland Board of Trustees (BOT) met on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, to discuss their goals for 2025 and beyond, and the strategies with which to implement their plans. The BOT also continued … more
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Timberline correction
In our report on the August 13 meeting of the Timberline Fire Protection District Board meeting, we said “Ondr also recognized Firefighter Johnny May, presenting him with his “Black Hat” …. … more
Who will be the next Gilpin County commissioners?
Curious about who’s running for Gilpin County Commissioner and what their visions for the county’s future entail? On September 20, 2024, The Mountain-Ear hosted a candidate forum at the Historic … more
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Ned*Ned Trail Fest 2024
42 years ago, two community-minded Nederland locals, Kay Turnbaugh and Pat Willis, created an event that is still enjoyed today. On Saturday, September 14, 2024, the tradition continued with the … more
Brush 52: The trusty fire truck that’s been serving the community for over 20 years, now in need of an upgrade for improved comfort and safety during deployments.
Timberline’s plan for better fire response in our community
The Timberline Fire Protection District Board met on September 17, 2024, to discuss important updates, including the district’s aging deployment truck, Brush 52, and ongoing issues at Station 5. … more
Moose Meadows mitigation a successful symphony
The Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Advisory Board (PROSAB) met on September 19, 2024, to receive an update about the success of their first volunteer event, which focused on mitigating the new Moose Meadows open space.   more
Moratorium approved for large house applications
The Boulder County Board of Commissioners approved a six-month moratorium on applications for houses in unincorporated Boulder County with a proposed size over the median residential floor area for a … more
Gilpin County has appointed Jack Reutzel, from Fairfield and Woods, as its new attorney, succeeding Brad Benning in the role of County Attorney.
Gilpin appoints new County Attorney
At the September 24, 2024, Gilpin County Commissioners meeting, all commissioners were present, along with key officials and newly appointed County Attorney Jack Reutzel.  more
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NDDA discusses Development Plan
The Nederland Downtown Development Authority (NDDA) met on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, to discuss the potential of updating their Plan of Development.   The NDDA discussed a proposal … more
Trustees tackle term limit loophole
The Nederland Board of Trustees (BOT) met on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, to discuss their goals for 2025 and beyond, and the strategies with which to implement their plans. The BOT also continued … more
Undersheriff Greg Demo, Finance Director Joe Allaire, and HR Director Chanda Johnson address ongoing staffing challenges at the sheriff’s office, namely the six unfilled dispatcher positions.
Strategic planning at BoCC work session
The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners held a work session on September 17, 2024, at 9 a.m. to address key issues outside their regular meetings, including discussions on conservation … more
What is Nederland’s CWPP?: Part 2
Two weeks ago, The Mountain-Ear published an article detailing the community engagement efforts involved in the formation of Nederland’s Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP). This coverage continues with a focus on the many collaborative partners involved … more
Preserving the past The Black Hawk City Council decided to rehabilitate the historic property at 311 High Street, with the project not exceeding $1,477,700.32, partly funded by a grant.
Black Hawk Council approves historic renovations
In a sweet start to the Black Hawk City Council meeting on September 11, 2024, Eddie Miller, owner of Hi-Heat & Sweets, rang the ceremonial bell.   Miller, fondly known around town as … more
Caring for eachother A capacity crowd attended the dementia seminar at Allenspark Community Church.
Capacity crowd learns about dementia
Margie Yansura Allenspark     More than 40 local residents filled the Allenspark Community Church fellowship room on September 7 for “Navigating the Dementia … more
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