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City of Glenwood Springs
Glenwood Springs, Colorado Community Profile
This community information profile is provided by information from The Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association.
Location Glenwood Springs, Colorado is a scenic three-hour drive on I-70 (158 miles) west of Denver off I-70 at exit 116 just west of the majestic Glenwood Canyon. It is a one and one-half-hour drive east of Grand Junction (89 miles). It is centrally located between two of Colorado's premier ski resorts, Aspen (45 miles) and Vail (60 miles).
CLIMATE
At 5,746 feet, Glenwood Springs enjoys an alpine climate with practically no humidity in summer. June, July and August temperatures are in the 70's and 80's. In the fall (September-November) temperatures are in the mid 60's and 70's during the day, with evening temperatures dropping to the 30's and 40's. Winter (December-February) daytime temperatures range in the 30's and 40's, and spring (March-May) temperatures are in the 60's and 70's. The average annual precipitation is 16.5 inches, and the average annual snowfall in town is 67 inches. At higher elevations annual precipitation is 30 to 40 inches. The average growing season is 130 days (May 19-September 26).
CHAMBER RESORT ASSOCIATION
The Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association has nearly 700members and is actively involved in legislative issues, business affairs, community projects, special events and economic development. For information, or to join, call 970/945-6589; or write Chamber Resort Association, 1102 Grand Avenue, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601; or fax 970/945-1531. For toll-free Glenwood Springs accommodations, call 1-888-4GLENWOOD (1/888/445-3696). Visit our Web pages at www.glenwoodchamber.com.
TRANSPORTATION
By train:
AMTRAK has service in Glenwood Springs to and from Chicago (daily), San Francisco (daily), and Los Angeles (daily).
By air:
Airports in the area served by commercial airlines:
- Denver (Denver International Airport)
- Grand Junction (Walker Field)
- Eagle/Vail (Eagle County Regional Airport) - 25 miles east of Glenwood Springs; commercial flights in winter months only.
- Aspen (Sardy Field) - 40 miles southeast of Glenwood Springs.
Airports for non-commercial planes:
- Glenwood Springs (small municipal)
- Rifle (Garfield County Airport)
By bus:
- Greyhound Service is available, west through Grand Junction and east through Denver - five or six schedules daily (changes seasonally). Greyhound also has connecting service to Denver International Airport.
- Ride Glenwood Springs: Service is available to travel around Glenwood Springs. RFTA provides bus service for the valley, from Aspen to Glenwood Springs, 14 times daily.
- Sunlight Mountain Resort has a free shuttle service to and from the ski area during ski season.
By Car:
- Preferred Limousine Provides daily year-round service from Denver through Glenwood Springs to Grand Junction or Aspen.
- Colorado Mountain Express Ground Transportation to Vail/Beaver Creek and Aspen/Snowmass from both Denver International Airport and the Eagle Airport, Glenwood Springs pickup at the Hotel Colorado.
EDUCATION
The Roaring Fork School District RE-1
Public Schools
- Glenwood Springs Elementary (Grades K-4)
- Glenwood Springs Middle School (Grades 5-8)
- Glenwood Springs High School (Grades 9-12)
- Sopris Elementary (Grades K-4)
- Vocational Technical Center
- Yampah Mountain High School
- Bridges High School
Private Schools
- St. Stephen's Catholic School (Grades K-7)
- Colorado Rocky Mountain School (Grades 9-12)
Colleges
- Colorado Mountain College (Community College)
- Regis University
Industrial and Technical Schools
COMMUNITY INTEREST
Day Care
- Children's Mini College
- Columbine Christian School
- Glenwood Preschool
- Holy Cross Preschool
- New Creation Preschool
- Our School
- Adult Day Care
- Day Care (Adult), Cooper Corner
Libraries
- The Glenwood Springs Library
- The James V. Quigley Memorial Library at CMC's Roaring Fork Campus
Theatre
- Community Theatre: CMC Community Theatre
- Defiance Community Players
- Professional Theatre: Thunder River Theatre Company
Concerts
- The Glenwood Springs Community Concert Association
- Symphony in the Valley - Seasonal concerts:
- Summer of Jazz- Enjoy today's most popular nationally-known jazz musicians in a beautiful park setting. Wednesdays, Mid June - Mid August at Two Rivers Park.
Cinema
- Mall Three Theatres
- The Springs Theatre
- Movieland 5-plex Theatre
Churches - Clubs
- There are 20 churches in Glenwood Springs, including most denominations, and more than 100 clubs and organizations. Contact the Chamber Resort Association for complete listings.
Art Center
- The Glenwood Springs Center for the Arts Exhibits, performances, classes.
Museum
- The Frontier Historical Society operates the Frontier Historical Museum, a 1905 residence with exhibits of historic Glenwood Springs.
Shopping
- Glenwood is a regional shopping hub for more than 45,000 people. Shoppers come from Vail and Aspen (east and south respectively) and from Silt and Rifle (west). The Glenwood Mall, downtown stores and shopping opportunities in South Glenwood are unique and varied.
Medical Services
- There are approximately 60 physicians in the area, representing a full range of specialties.
- Valley View Hospital
- Clagett Memorial Hospital
- Aspen Valley Hospital
- Glenwood Medical Associates
- Home Health Services
- Columbine Home Health
- Valley View Hospital
Hospice Care
Rehabilitation Services
- West Slope PEAK Performance
Services for Disabled
- Mountain Valley Developmental Services - Formed in 1975, is a not-for-profit corporation which provides a broad array of services to developmentally disabled children, adults and their families.
Government
- Glenwood Springs is governed by a strong city-manager form of government, with an elected seven-member city council, which appoints a mayor and a city manager. City board and commissions include: Planning and Zoning, a Board of Adjustments and Appeals, Parks and Recreation, River, Financial Advisory, Alcohol Beverage Hearing, Airport, Cemetery, Building Appeals, Building Contractors Licensing, Fire Prevention, Plumbing and Gas Fitters, Transportation Advisory, Debris Flow and Drainage and Community Center. Glenwood Springs is the Garfield County Seat and the largest community in the county.
- City revenue is primarily derived from city sales taxes. The City of Glenwood Springs provides a full range of services, including Police, Municipal Court, Emergency Services (fire and ambulance), Community Development, Finance, and Public Works (engineering, park and cemetery maintenance, street maintenance, snow and dust removal, electric, water and sewer service). Glenwood Springs owns its own electric facility.
City of Glenwood Springs
- Glenwood Springs Fire Department
- Garfield County Government
Economic Development
- Garfield County welcomes new business and is especially receptive to manufacturing, wholesale and necessary-service businesses. If you are interested in starting a new business in Glenwood Springs or Garfield County, contact the Chamber Resort Association at 970/945-6589.
Housing
- Rentals of studios and one-bedroom apartments are approximately $500 to $700 per month; two-bedroom apartments, $550 to $800 per month; two-bedroom condos, townhomes, duplexes and small homes - $750 to $1,300 per month; three to four-bedroom homes, condos and townhomes, $1,000 to $1,500 per month. Prospective renters are advised to check with local realtors for availability. Information on local housing can also be found in the "Home Guide."
Voting Laws
- In order to vote in Colorado, a person must be a U.S. citizen, 18 years or older. A person must have registered 25 days prior to any election and meet a 32-day residency requirement. Applications for voter registration can be made at the Garfield County Clerk and Recorder's Office, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., or at the Driver's License Office during their normal office hours.
Automobile Licenses
- Residents of Colorado, and/or companies or corporations doing business in Colorado who own or control the use of a motor vehicle, must title and register in Colorado. Colorado residents must apply for a Colorado title and registration as soon as a vehicle is purchased or when the owner of the vehicle is employed or residency is established. Information is available from the Motor Vehicle Division of the Garfield County Clerk and Recorder's Office in the County Courthouse.
Driver's Licenses
- Driver's license applications can be obtained Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Driver's License Office in the Glenwood Springs Mall on Hwy. 6 and 24 in West Glenwood Springs. Tests can be taken from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. No appointment is required. New residents to the state have 30 days after establishing residency or employment to obtain a Colorado driver's license. A valid driver's license, birth certificate, passport or other positive identification will be required at the time of application (photocopies of I.D. not accepted).
Marriage Licenses
- Marriage licenses are issued by the Garfield County Clerk and Recorder's Office in the County Courthouse, or at the Rifle Annex of County Clerks at 902 Taugenbaugh, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A person must be 18 to secure a license without parental consent. The license is good for a period of 30 days. Applicants must present proof of age, such as a driver's license or birth certificate.
UTILITIES
Cable TV
Electric
- City Of Glenwood Springs
- Holy Cross Electric
- Public Service Company
Natural Gas
Propane
- Ferrellgas
- Jimmy's 66
- True Value Hardware
Colorado Small Business Development Center
- The Colorado Small Business Development Center (SBDC) offers counseling and other services to anyone interested in starting a small business, as well as to existing small businesses in need of counsel. Also, in conjunction with Colorado Mountain College, the SBDC offers training via a variety of classes, workshops, seminars and conferences. The Colorado Small Business Development Center is located at the Colorado Mountain College District Office.
Activities
- The Possibilities Are Endless...For fun and activities, you'll never be starved for things to do in Glenwood Springs. A Mecca for outdoor activities, there's something for everyone in this Rocky Mountain hamlet. Some activities that top the list of favorites include, hiking - short trips as well as scaling 12 - 14,000 foot peaks, mountain biking - over 28 trails in the nearby vicinity alone, camping - pick a direction and go. Other outdoor pursuits include, skiing of all varieties, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, year-round fishing, rafting and kayaking, and of course swimming in the world's largest, natural, outdoor Jacuzzi - the world famous Hot Springs Pool.
- Looking for more low-key activities, you'll find plenty. Enjoy cinemas, bowling, shopping, golfing, batting cages, miniature golf, parks and picnicking. The possibilities for fun in Glenwood Springs really are endless.
COMMUNICATIONS
Newspapers
- Aspen Daily News
- Aspen Times
- Glenwood Independent
- Western Slope Publishing Group
- Bargain Hunter
- Citizen Telegram
- Eagle Valley Enterprise
- Glenwood Post
- Roaring Fork Sunday
- Snowmass Sun
- Valley Journal
Radio Stations
- KAJX 88.9 FM
- KDNK 90.5 FM
- KDRH/KJOL
- KJOY(KJKE) 102.3 FM
- KGLN 98.0 AM/KMTS 99.1 FM
- KZKS 100.1 FM Kiss Country
- American General Media/Salisbury Broadcasting:KNFO 106.1 FM/
- KSPN 98.3 FM
- KTUN 95.3 FM
- KKCH 92.7 FM
- KSNO 93.5 FM The Mountain
Television
- Valley Community Television
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