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Erie repeals approval of mineral-rights exchange
The Town Council’s 7-0 vote withdrew approval of a proposed mineral-rights sale and related property and oil-and-gas agreements.
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Louisville proposes 2027 fee changes, including higher police rates and library late-fee removal
The proposed schedule covers about 299 city fees, with many tied to a 3.9% regional inflation adjustment and targeted changes to police, library and utility charges.
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Erie council to consider 300-home Summerfield plan and $15.38 million in improvements
The proposed 257.8-acre replat includes two pocket parks and a trail corridor; a draft agreement assigns the developer responsibility for an estimated $15.38 million in phased public improvements.
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Louisville tax collections run $3.4 million above budget through August
August sales-tax collections rose 20.9% from a year earlier, while combined taxes through August were 17.6% above budget.
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Moss Rock says Lyons hotel won’t meet construction-start deadline
The developer says construction will not begin in 2026, despite an agreement deadline of Dec. 16. Moss Rock cited higher building costs and a redesign.
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Erie drainage report proposes lowering Vista Ridge pond spillway
The proposed Pond B3 change would put modeled 100-year-storm water about 2.9 inches below a nearby lot line; the report also projects lower stormwater discharge.
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Boulder board recommends landmark status for two homes
City Council must make the final decisions. Individual designation would add exterior-change protections to one home and recognize another already covered by historic-district review.
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Louisville council hears concept for 50 affordable senior apartments
Pennrose outlined a 50-unit, income-restricted project for residents 55 and older; any formal proposal would need land-use review and public hearings.
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Louisville council extends contract to buy Pine Street rail cars, land for $396,000
A 5-1 vote gives the city until Feb. 26, 2027, to complete subdivision review and close on the property and rail cars.
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Longmont approves framework for financing home energy upgrades through utility bills
The vote authorizes development of a voluntary program; unpaid city-provided financing could lead to utility service disconnection under city collection rules.
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Erie council directs staff to proceed with Alpine, Primrose speed cushions
The council chose not to wait for a pre-installation neighborhood meeting that staff said could delay the work until 2027, and called for feedback and traffic monitoring after installation.
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Erie commission recommends split rezoning of Cole Creek property
The recommendation covers the Town-owned, 46.5-acre site; Town Council must still consider and act on the proposal.