Latest Updates
Pitkin County Mass Vaccine Clinic Coming to an End this Week
The final mass vaccination clinic will take place on Thursday, Apr. 22 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Benedict Music Tent parking lot. This weeks clinic will administer the following vaccines: 1172 Pfizer 2nd Doses400 Moderna 2nd Doses400 Moderna 1st Doses To schedule an appointment this week please click here. Even though the mass clinic is closing down anyone getting a first dose this week will be communicated to directly on the schedule …
Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Update
Per authorization of the federal government, CDPHE is requiring providers to stop administration of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine until additional information becomes available from the FDA and CDC. Last week, 6 individuals were found to develop a rare blood clot following their Johnson & Johnson vaccination. Out of the 6.8+ million people that have received this vaccine, the chance of getting this rare blood clot is very low. This temporary halt is to ensure …
COVID-19 Recovery Support: ACF’s Bridging Resources
As cases of COVID-19 fluctuate, the economic, mental, and physical conditions of community members are greatly affected. With a hopeful recovery in mind, the Aspen Community Foundation launched its navigator program, Bridging Resources, Monday, March 22. Bridging Resources is a helpline for individuals (from Aspen to Parachute) with various needs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The helpline navigator connects community members to resources and agencies that offer financial assistance in specific sectors. Rental …
Vaccines Open to Everyone Age 16 and Older!
Governor Jared Polis announced starting Friday, April 2nd, all individuals age 16 and over will be eligible for a vaccine, thus ending the phased rollout. Now all individuals 18 and older will be eligible to receive the Moderna vaccine and those 16 and older can receive the Pfizer vaccine. Learn more about getting a vaccine on our Get Vaccinated page. According to CDPHE, by the beginning of March, more than 70% of Coloradans 70 and …
State releases Dial 3.0 and Pitkin County moves to Level Orange
See Spanish below. || Vea el Español a continuación On Tuesday, the Colorado Department of Health and Environment released the latest update to Colorado’s COVID-19 dial. Dial 3.0 and the revised State public health order goes into effect today, Wednesday, March 24. Most significantly, Dial 3.0 makes it easier for counties to move into Level Green, Protect our Neighbors – the least restrictive level on the Dial – and further simplifies the metrics and capacity …
Pitkin County Moving to Orange Level Restrictions Wednesday
COVID-19 incidence rate hits above Level Yellow threshold On Monday, March 22nd Pitkin County Public Health received notification from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) that the State will be moving Pitkin County to Level Orange at 6AM on Wednesday, March 24th. This change will also be effective on the state’s dial dashboard at 9AM on Wednesday. The move comes after six consecutive days of exceeding Level Yellow comparable case count …
Updates to Level Yellow Guidelines & Restrictions and New Post-Vaccination Recommendations
Vaccines are being distributed and the community is steadily moving forward. While forward movement is something to celebrate, it's important to note the continuous effort of keeping your masks on and social distancing when necessary. Our society is still in the midst of a pandemic, so to keep making headway, the state has implemented the following guideline changes: Level Yellow: Restaurants must continue to operate at 50% capacity but can expand total capacity to a …
Human Services: Connecting our Community with the Resources They Need
Pitkin County Human Services has a myriad of departments and countless partnerships with organizations from Aspen to Parachute. Their role of facilitating a community safety net has been amplified as COVID-19’s impact has rippled through the valley. As a key player in the pandemic recovery, Human Services covers everything from: rental assistance mental health resources, food assistance, andaccess and functional needs support. The Human Services Department works day and night to connect those in need with the …
Marking One Year of COVID-19 in Pitkin County
On March 5, 2020 the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s public health laboratory confirmed the first COVID-19 test result in Colorado. Six days later the pandemic arrived in Pitkin County with nine visitors from Australia testing positive for COVID-19, the largest outbreak in Colorado at the time. So started an unprecedented year for our community. This inauspicious anniversary is a time to step back and reflect on the last year and what it …
COVID-19 Vaccine Priority Changes
On Friday, February 26th, Governor Polis announced changes to Colorado’s COVID-19 vaccination distribution phasing. These modifications impact everyone that has yet to be vaccinated. If you have not yet, sign up for our vaccine notices to stay up to date about vaccinations eligibility and receive emails/text notifications when you can schedule an appointment. Pitkin County is committed to ensuring everyone that wants a vaccine will get one in an equitable way at the time they …
Traveler Affidavit Program Changes
At the 2/25 Pitkin County Board of Health meeting members voted unanimously to change the current Traveler Affidavit program to the Traveler Responsibility Code. As of March 5, 2021, any traveler spending ONE or more nights in Pitkin County that does not meet any exemptions. This applies to ALL visits to Pitkin County if they are 10 days or more apart and includes all residents, full or part-time, and second homeowners. This does not apply …
Double-Up on Masks to Reduce the Spread of COVID-19
As COVID-19 variants are continuously unmasked, it is more necessary than ever to double-up on mask-wearing. Not only does the CDC recommend wearing twice the protection for better filtration, but additionally, fastening the fit of the first mask to frame your face where it is secure from any gaping space. The more layers covering your nose and mouth means less exposure to infection by others’ germs that may penetrate your breathing room, and if you …
New Vaccination Data Dashboard is Live
We are very excited to share our new COVID-19 vaccination dashboard! Track the progress of vaccinations at locations within Pitkin County and among residents vaccinated anywhere in Colorado. Learn about the number of vaccines being administered by dose and manufacturer as well as demographic breakdown of vaccinations. Our new dashboard is a great complement to our current COVID-19 Vaccine webpage where you can find detailed information about the current phase of COVID-19 vaccinations. Key indications …
5 Star Certification Program
Dial 2.0 On February 6, CDPHE’s new dial 2.0 went into effect. The 5 Star Program has aligned with these metric changes, and therefore, in order for Pitkin County to open 5 star businesses at a less restrictive level, Pitkin County must have: A one‐week incidence in the appropriate dial level (Orange: 500 per 100,000 or lower, Yellow: 300 or lower, Blue: 100 or lower) for all of the past 7 days.A one‐week percent positivity …
Pitkin County Board of Health adopts state COVID-19 2.0 Dial
Text 888777 CVIRUS and PITKINALERT PITKIN COUNTY-The Pitkin County Board of Health today voted to adopt the state’s updated COVID 2.0 dial. This move allows counties to move more fluidly through dial levels based on the updated metrics structure. The state has to instigate the move to yellow which will take effect on Saturday, Feb. 13 at 9:00 a.m. Summary of state dial changes: Seven instead of 14 day metrics for disease incidence, level of …
