High fives all around in job search
To the editor,
I want to take this opportunity to convey my deep gratitude to the many members of our community who participated in the search process for Durango’s new city…
From the mayoral seat, the front row looks a little bit different. Please read editorials and updates from Melissa Youssef during her role as Mayor for the City of Durango (April 2019 – April 2020) and stay involved and informed.
To the editor,
I want to take this opportunity to convey my deep gratitude to the many members of our community who participated in the search process for Durango’s new city…
Mayor Melissa Youssef leaves office after managing unprecedented events
Durango’s outgoing mayor Melissa Youssef wrote her final here’s-what’s-going-on-in-the-city column for The Durango Herald Saturday (“Well that was quite a year as Durango’s mayor,”…
What extraordinary times these are! On April 21, my term as mayor comes to an end. In a reflection of how life in Durango has changed, I’ll pass the gavel…
A Jan. 22 article in The Herald, featuring an artist’s rendering of a proposed pedestrian bridge across the Animas River and over 32nd Street, prompted a flood of emails to…
Small-town politics are unique because local residents are connected to each other in so many ways. We are friends, neighbors and co-workers. We experience multi-layered community relationships and interactions through…
Each December, City Council fulfills one of its most important responsibilities – approving a budget for the coming year.
In council’s view, the budget should be directly linked to council’s established…
I hope you read my column last month (“This is why we’re scrutinizing city’s budget,” Nov. 2). In addition to summarizing all that City Council has accomplished in the past…
As I write this column we’re still enjoying beautiful fall weather – but I’m reminded I’m past the halfway point in my term as mayor. As you know if you’ve…
Our city’s annual budgeting process is now underway and won’t be completed until December.
I can speak for City Council when I assure you that we’re always cognizant of the fact…
During a city council meeting on Aug. 20, City Manager Ron LeBlanc announced his retirement after almost 12 years of service.
Although his announcement took City Council by surprise, we recognize…
Those of us fortunate enough to live in Durango, Colorado have access to amazing experiences around every corner. From recreation to culture to serving and shaping the future of our community – these opportunities motivate me every day. Inspiration is ever-present and the rewards are many. Read More
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