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The Town of Dolores is a must-stop for anyone who is nearby.

We are a wonderful small town located in a canyon with the beautiful Dolores River cutting along one side and rock cliffs on the other. Summer temperatures range between 85 and 90 degrees with cool, clear nights. We also have nearby mountains and the second-largest reservoir in the state, McPhee Reservoir. The San Juan National Forest is only one mile away, which makes all of the above an outdoor enthusiast's wonderland.

Along with the outdoors, Dolores offers a unique mixture of shops, restaurants, taverns and even a brew pub. There are four town parks, a resourceful public library and a peaceful bike trail that runs along the beautiful Dolores River. Dolores also has three RV parks to welcome road travelers.

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Latest News

July 23, 2023

Grant Opportunity

The Nonprofit Infrastructure (NPI) Grant Program is a statewide grant program for small, community-based nonprofit organizations that provide services to communities that have historically been underrepresented, underserved, or under-resourced. The grant is designed for nonprofits in historically-marginalized communities that need help building capacity following the COVID-19 pandemic.

June 6, 2023

2023 Water Quality Report available on the Residents page

The Town of Dolores has consistently provided quality drinking water. See the Consumer Confidence Report for the calendar year 2022 to see the information.

June 5, 2023

Proposed Federal Protection for Dolores River

A bill aiming to protect 76 miles of the Dolores River appears poised for passage. The measure was reintroduced this spring by Senator Michael Bennet after it ran out of time in the 2022 session. The legislation has bi-partisan support, including an identical companion bill in the House introduced by Representative Lauren Boebert.

Public Notices

November 29, 2023

Vacancy On the Dolores Planning And Zoning Commission

Now, Therefore, Be It Known, that notice is hereby given of a vacancy on the Planning and Zoning Commission. This vacant position has a term that expires on May 5, 2025. An applicant who shall be a resident of the town shall be appointed by the Town Board of Trustees.

November 28, 2023

Ordinance 567 Series 2023

Notice is hereby given that the Town of Dolores Board of Trustees will be holding a public hearing, Monday December 11th, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at the Dolores Town Hall, and virtually by zoom.The purpose for the hearing is to approve the second and final reading amending Article 4 of the Dolores Land Use Code amending the maximum number of allowed short-term rentals.

November 9, 2023

Board of Trustees Notice of Budget

Public Hearing for 2024 Budget and 2024 Budget Adoption

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There's a Lot Happening Here

Join the Town Board Business using this link every second and fourth Mondays at 6:30 p.m.

The Planning Commission meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Click here to join the meeting.

Land Use Code Update

View the Land Use Code. You may also visit Planning and Zoning to see the full code and zoning map project page for full details.

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