The mission of the Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office is to protect and serve the citizens of our county through innovative hard work and community partnerships.

To provide the highest quality of public safety by basing our personal and professional conduct on sound character, honesty, respect and setting an example for the community in which we serve.

We are truthful in our words and actions.

As people of character and principle, we do what is right, even when no one is looking.

We are loyal to our office and our profession and committed to protecting the quality of life in the community we serve.

We are truthful in our words and actions.

As people of character and principle, we do what is right, even when no one is looking.

We are loyal to our office and our profession and committed to protecting the quality of life in the community we serve.

We embrace the strengths in the diversity of our employees and our community.

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YOU’RE INVITED to an Open House for the Housing Action Plan

YOU’RE INVITED to an Open House for the Housing Action Plan

Wednesday, January 21 10am to 12pm & 5pm to 7pm Archuleta County, the Town of Pagosa Springs, and Pagosa Springs Community Development Corporation are working to gather to create a new Housing Action Plan that will define what we can do to address local housing needs. This plan builds on the recent Housing Needs Assessment […]

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The Archuleta County BoCC unanimously approved a contribution to EMS for 2025.

The Archuleta County BoCC unanimously approved a contribution to EMS for 2025.

The Archuleta County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a contribution to EMS for 2025. Did you know EMS workers are not considered essential services at the federal level? In any community, EMS is essential. But in a rural community like Archuleta County, it can truly be a matter of life and death. In urban areas, […]

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The Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners seeks a volunteer to serve on the County’s Planning Commission.

The Archuleta County Board of County Commissioners seeks a volunteer to serve on the County’s Planning Commission.

The vacancy is for a three (3) year term. Citizens interested in planning issues and how planning affects the community are encouraged to apply. Please send letters of interest and background information to the County Commissioners Office, Attn: Planning Commission,P.O. Box 1507, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147. Your application may also be faxed to 264-8306 or […]

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