Worksession – 4:15 p.m. (tentative)

Regular Meeting – 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting – 5:00 p.m.

“We were hoping for an earlier start date,” High Country Conservation Center Energy Programs Manager Jon Kinstad stated, “but the complexity of working within the state program requires that we wait until all the systems are set up.”

The systems Kinstad refers to are the website database and rebate processing that will allow any Colorado resident to enter their zip code and obtain current local and state information and subsequently process their rebate forms.

Rebates will be offered for numerous energy efficiency upgrades, including energy audits, ENERGY STAR appliances (like refrigerators, dish washers, and clothes washers), insulation and air sealing improvements, boilers, hot water heaters and other items.  Rebates will also be offered for renewable energy systems, like solar hot water, solar PV, and small wind systems.

“The rebates will be on top of existing rebates from Xcel Energy that are currently being offered,” Kinstad explained, “plus you can still get federal tax credits for many of these upgrades.”

In addition to the rebate program, Summit County Government will be providing a low-interest loan program for residents to complete energy efficiency improvements.  The loan program will be rolled out at the same time as the rebate program in late March or early April. 

The loan program is different from a traditional loan through a bank and will allow homeowners to borrow money and repay it through their property tax bill over 10 years.  High Country Conservation Center will assist Summit County Government in the administration of the loan.

“To qualify for the loan program, residents will be required to have an energy audit from a qualified auditor,” Kinstad explained, “and be willing to share their energy bills for a year before and after the improvements.”

The loan program is intended to help local residents take steps to improve the energy efficiency of their homes and save energy and money and can only be used for such purposes.

Kinstad offers this advice to people wanting to maximize rebates or take advantage of the loan program: “First, get an energy audit.  An audit is required for the loan program and although an audit isn’t required for all these programs, it’s the best way to make an informed decision on how to spend your money.  Next, wait until the rebate program details are officially announced.  The rebates will not be retroactive and can not be applied to work done before the rebate program is released.”

For more information on either the loan or the rebate program or how to find a qualified energy auditor, residents can contact the High Country Conservation Center at 668-5703.

For more information on available energy rebates, click here.

This international certification program began more than 15 years ago and today there are only 247 marina managers worldwide.  Of that number, only two are in Colorado – Phil Hofer at the Frisco Bay Marina and Bob Evans at the Dillon Marina.  The requirements to obtain the CMM certification are rigorous:  five years marina general manager experience with management of marina operations, improvements and ten days of intense course work, focusing on marketing and customer service, personal development, management skills, environmental compliance, safety and health and much more. 

Hofer has been the manager of the Frisco Bay Marina for five years.  Hofer moved to Colorado in 1988 to attend Colorado State University.  Hofer has held a variety of jobs in the high country, including lift operator, ski patroller, dock hand, and service technician.  Hofer worked as the Dillon Marina Assistant Manager before taking his current position in 2005.  Hofer is a member of the Colorado Marine Dealers Association and was voted a Board Member of the Colorado Marine Dealers Association in February.

The CMM certification is the only credential of professionalism in the marina industry; this designation provides the Frisco Bay Marina with a manager who is qualified, professional and committed to marina management as a career, as well as one who is more up to date in the latest procedures, techniques, and industry regulations and requirements.

Worksession – 4:15

Regular Meeting – 7:00 p.m.

The March 4th, 2010 Planning Commission Meeting is cancelled.

Worksession – 6:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting – 7:00 p.m.

• School funding
• Senior services
• English classes (ESL)
• Head start
• Health Services
• Community Colleges
• Programs for Veterans
• Public Libraries
• Housing and Community Development
• Public Transportation
• Youth Recreational Services
• Women, Infants and Children (WIC) food grants

In addition, the Census results are important because they affect political representation (seats in Congress), election district boundaries, and can be used to make important planning decisions on issues such as health care, housing, economic development and emergency preparedness. 

The Census questionnaires in the Town of Frisco will be delivered to the front doors or residential units- NOT PO Boxes.  The people residing at that location will be required to fill the Census forms and mail them back.  If a form is not filled out, Census workers will visit that location up to six times.

Click here for important Census safety information.

At the meeting, citizens will learn the requirements to run for office, the Fair Campaign Practices Act, who can serve as an elected official, and much more.  Town clerks from Frisco, Dillon, Breckenridge, Silverthorne, Blue River and the County will be on hand to deliver valuable information and answer any questions about the April election.

The Town of Dillon and Silverthorne have four seats open in the upcoming election, including the mayor. Frisco and Breckenridge both have three seats open. Blue River has three trustee seats open.  The first day to start circulating petitions for all of the open seats is Monday, February 15.  Since government offices are closed in Dillon and Silverthorne on Monday, February 15, candidates in those towns can pick up petitions on Friday, February 12, but cannot circulate them until Monday.  

For more information on the candidate forum, please contact the clerk in your municipality: Frisco Town Clerk Deborah Wohlmuth at (970) 668-9122; Silverthorne Town Clerk Michele Miller at (970) 262-7304; Breckenridge Town Clerk Mary Jean Loufek at (970) 453-3167; Dillon Town Clerk Jan Thomas at (970) 262-3406; Summit County Clerk Kathy Neel at (970) 453-3471; or the Blue River Town Clerk at (970) 485-1572.