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Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are now in Effect
PLEASE READ: Stage 3 Water Restrictions are now in Effect
Town of Ridgway 2025 Drinking Water Quality Report Covering Data For Calendar Year 2024
Town of Ridgway 2025 Economic Development Review
Town Manager's Report - June 11, 2025
The Ridgway Concert Series Returns in July!
Ridgway reminds pet owners of responsibilities
LIVE LIKE YOU LOVE IT - TIPS TO CONSERVE WATER OUTDOORS
Planting Trees in Ridgway - Species Recommendations Brochure
INFORMATION RE $0.10 FEE ON RECYCLED PAPER CARRYOUT BAGS BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2023 | BRING YOUR BAG POSTER
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In the event of a water emergency, please call (970) 729-0670.
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Press Releases
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Implemented in Ridgway - July 1, 2025
PLEASE READ: Stage 3 Water Restrictions are now in Effect - June 25, 2025
PLEASE READ: Mandatory Water Restrictions are now in Effect - June 19, 2025
Hey, Ridgway! Even with the recent rains, we still need to conserve water - June 9, 2025
Mural work on Artspace Ridgway Space to Create Building commences today - June 5, 2025
Street Cleaning and Striping Operations to take place May 28 - 30
Ridgway Enacts Stage 1 Voluntary Water Restrictions - May 20, 2025
Town to begin curbside branch collection service starting May 7th - May 1, 2025
Annual Street Improvement Operations to begin April 30th - April 22, 2025
Repair Work on N Laura Street to Take Place This Week - April 21, 2025
Town of Ridgway to Host a Housing Open Housing on March 27th - March 20, 2025
Ridgway to move forward with mural on Artspace Ridgway Space to Create Building - February 3, 2025
Ouray County Noxious Weed Survey available to the public - January 10, 2025
Town of Ridgway updates snow removal rules - January 4, 2025
Christmas Tree Recycling Offered to Ridgway Residents - December 30, 2024
Ridgway reminds residents and businesses about snow and ice control operations - November 27, 2024
Ridgway reminds pet owners of responsibilities - November 26, 2024
Portion of N Railroad St. to be closed next week - October 18, 2024
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