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New Affordable Housing Now Open in Saguache

(Saguache, Colo.) – A new affordable housing development supported with Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) is now open in Saguache, Colorado. Range View, a public-private partnership between Saguache County and Northwest Real Estate Capital Corp. (Northwest), will celebrate its ribbon cutting on September 17 th at 1:00 PM. Upon completion, Range View will offer 32 new units with affordable rents for individuals and families. Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) awarded $1,340,823 in LIHTC and $700,000 in state tax credits to support the development. QUOTE FROM CHFA REPRESENTATIVE Range View is situated on land owned by Saguache County Housing Authority, which is 4 blocks from Mountain Valley School and near the Saguache Downtown Historic District as well as other local amenities. Range View also offers a Resident Services Plan developed by Northwest’s Stepping Stones program. These free services will be based on the residents’ unique needs and facilitated through partnerships with community-based organizations. QUOTE FROM SAGUACHE COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE Range View will help meet a great need for affordable rental housing in Saguache. Currently, the only other affordable housing properties in Saguache have zero vacancies. Range View will offer one-, two-, and three-bedroom housing units for households with incomes at 30 to 60 percent of the Area Median Income, which in Saguache County, currently ranges from $23,400 to $46,800 in annual gross income for a two-person household. “Range View is the result of the strong partnership with CHFA, Saguache County, and the Saguache County Housing Authority. Affordable housing is vitally important to the health of every community, and we are proud to offer this new housing opportunity in Saguache,” said John Vance, Vice President Development Group at Northwest. Range View opened its doors on August 31 st and is actively working to lease its remaining units. For information about eligibility, please contact Range View at (719) 849-5756 or [rangeview@nwrecc.org](mailto:rangeview@nwrecc.org).

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Nonprofit seeks Executive Director

Crestone Peak Community Housing (CPCH) is seeking an experienced, community minded executive director to lead its mission to develop affordable housing and advance economic development in the Crestone/Baca community. CPCH, a 501(c) 3, operates Living Wisdom Village (LWV), 20 units of affordable rental housing for adults 55 and older. Working closely with the board of directors, the executive director sets strategic direction, oversees day-to-day operations of LWV, manages budgets to ensure long term financial health, leads fundraising, and manages strict grant compliance. The position also includes supervising part-time staff and serving as liaison for tenant and community relations. This position is budgeted for 25 hours per week in 2027, and compensation is based on experience and skills. Please email crestonepeakch@gmail.com for more information.

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PUBLIC NOTICE & NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

The Town of Crestone plans to submit a Community Development Block Grant (“CDBG”) application to the State of Colorado, Department of Local Affairs. CDBG funds are intended to provide decent housing, suitable living environments, and economic opportunities, principally for low- and moderate-income persons through rehabilitation and preservation, economic and job development, and public facilities improvements. The application being considered would request up to $50,000 through the 2026 CDBG-PF Design, Engineering, and Environmental Clearance Grant Program for design, engineering, planning, and environmental clearance activities associated with improvements to the Town of Crestone municipal drinking water system. The anticipated project includes planning and design associated with pressure regulation, water supply and treatment, water storage, and related municipal water system improvements. It is estimated that approximately 90% f the project beneficiaries are low- and moderate-income persons. Permanent involuntary displacement of neighborhood residents or businesses is not anticipated as a result of the proposed design and engineering project. Should displacement later become necessary in connection with a CDBG-funded activity, alternatives will be examined to minimize displacement. If no feasible alternatives exist, required and reasonable benefits will be provided to persons displaced in accordance with applicable federal requirements. Any low- and moderate-income housing demolished or converted in connection with a CDBG-assisted project will be addressed in accordance with applicable replacement housing requirements. A public hearing will be held during the regular meeting of the Town of Crestone Board of Trustees at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, September 14, 2026, at 240 Cottonwood Street, Crestone, Colorado 81131, to obtain citizen views and respond to proposals and questions related to: • the proposed CDBG application and water system design, engineering, and environmental clearance project; • community development and housing needs, including the needs of low- and moderate-income persons and other community needs that may be addressed through the CDBG Program; • the Town of Crestone’s performance in carrying out its community development responsibilities; and • potential historical effects associated with the proposed project. Virtual participation information will be included on the September 14, 2026 Board of Trustees meeting agenda posted on the Town’s website. Draft application materials and written summary information concerning the proposed CDBG application will be available for public review at Town Hall, 108 W. Galena Avenue, Crestone, Colorado 81131, during regular office hours and on the Town’s website. Written comments are also welcome and should be received no later than 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 10, 2026. Comments may be mailed or delivered to the Town of Crestone, P.O. Box 64, 108 W. Galena Avenue, Crestone, Colorado 81131, or emailed to crestoneclerk@gmail.com. Oral and written comments will be considered by the Board of Trustees in deciding whether to submit the proposed application. Information and records regarding the Town of Crestone’s proposed and past use of CDBG funds are available at Town Hall, 108 W. Galena Avenue, Crestone, Colorado 81131, during regular office hours. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing reasonable accommodations, including auxiliary communication aids or services, to attend or participate in the hearing should contact Town Manager Arielle Blackwell at 719-256-4313 or crestoneclerk@gmail.com at least three days before the hearing so appropriate accommodations can be arranged. TOWN OF CRESTONE, COLORADO Arielle Blackwell, Town Manager

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