Basalt is a quaint mountain community located at the confluence of two Gold medal trout streams, the Fryingpan and the Roaring Fork Rivers. We are a vibrant and diverse community offering a wealth of recreational opportunities both in Basalt and in the surrounding communities of Aspen, Snowmass Village, and Glenwood Springs.
Rich in history, Basalt maintains a small town feel while offering a wide variety of restaurants and unique shopping.
IMPORTANT MUD AND FLOOD INFORMATION
INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE DEL FANGO Y DE LA INUNDACIÓN
Because Basalt is located at the confluence of the Roaring Fork and Fryingpan Rivers , spring flooding is a strong possibility in our area this year due to the combination of warm temperatures, high snow pack and the possibility of heavy spring precipitation. Click Here to read some important information about ways to protect your property and yourselves.
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New Recycle Center
The Town of Basalt will begin construction activities on the new Recycle Center on April 2, 2008. The new Recycle Center will be located adjacent to Midland Spur and Two Rivers Road (just east of the present location). Work will entail construction of a new recycle site with a street and bike path. Construction activities will take place Monday through Friday between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm. During construction the site will be closed and various parking spots on Midland Spur will be unavailable on a daily basis. Please use caution when driving or walking in this area. The recycle containers will be temporarily relocated on April 1 to the vacant lot immediately north of the Post Office.
Basalt Business/Sales Tax Licenses : You may now download a Business/Sales Tax License Application form for a new or renewal of a Basalt Business and Sales Tax License for 2008. Please read the instructions carefully.
- Important Information
- 2008 Business Licence Application
- Sales Tax Information
- Lawful Presence Affidavit
Snow Removal Information--UPDATED 2/6/2008
BASALTPARKS, TRAILS AND OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE
The Town of Basalt is seeking applicants for a new committee to make recommendations to the Basalt Town Council for future planning of Parks, Trails and Open Space. The Committee will be participating in the 2008 Basalt Parks Master Plan process. Please submit a letter of interest at Town Hall or email Town Manager, Bill Efting, at bille@basalt.net by Friday, May 30 th. If you have any questions, please call Bill at 927-4701.
Eagle County Open Space Advisory Committee Representative:
The Eagle County Open Space Program has been created to evaluate and fund projects that would permanently preserve lands of significant scenic, cultural or environmental quality within the County. Using specific Open Space Criteria, the Citizens’ Open Space Advisory Committee reviews proposals for land acquisition, and provides a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners. (See www.eaglecounty.us Community Development, Open Spaces Advisory Committee). Click here for more information.
There are no job opportunities available at this time.
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