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Jun 11 2019 
Weighing in on Cannabis Clubs in Durango
Durango marijuana enthusiasts have almost a dozen places to buy cannabis, but there aren’t any public venues to consume it. That may change next year, but only if city leaders decide, or are prodded by residents, to do so…
It is…
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May 30 2019 
Durango City Council looks to give better direction to staff
Durango has a new City Council, with fresh ideas, open minds and a willingness to challenge the status quo. We recently gathered for a day-and-a-half retreat. It was a valuable opportunity to establish council priorities and lay the groundwork for the proactive, collaborative and transparent leadership this council is committed to providing. -
May 21 2019 
City councilors scrutinize practices and policies during annual retreat
City Council retreat spent examining best management and financial practices, how to better address the issue of homelessness in the community and the functional communication between city advisory boards and commissions and the City Council. -
Apr 23 2019 
Durango mayor pledges to rebuild trust
On April 16th, 2019, Durango City Council welcomed two new members and appointed Melissa Youssef as the new mayor as longtime councilors Sweetie Marbury and Dick White step off the dais. -
Apr 19 2019 
Melissa Youssef Appointed Durango Mayor
On April 16th, 2019, Durango City Council welcomed two new members and appointed Melissa Youssef as the new mayor as longtime councilors Sweetie Marbury and Dick White step off the dais. -
Mar 08 2017 
A View From the Campaign Trail – March 2017
I have been wanting to send an update for weeks now..… This campaign is a B-I-G effort and has been a full-time-PLUS job in terms of time and energy as I do my very best to earn your confidence and…
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Jan 16 2017 
Fort Lewis College’s New Geosciences, Physics and Engineering Hall – One Extraordinary Facility, Many Benefits to the Community
This month, students at Fort Lewis College will for the first time enter the brand new Geosciences, Physics and Engineering Hall. The building is the culmination of a massive infrastructure investment that began 21 years ago.
This extraordinary new facility highlights…
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Jan 16 2017 
Melissa Youssef Announces Bid for Durango City Council
Melissa Youssef announced Wednesday she’s running for a Durango City Council seat, and she promised to invest in Durango’s infrastructure, provide transparent fiscal oversight and work with the community to determine where growth should occur.
“Service has been an important part…
