During their regular meeting this week, Poncha Springs Trustees approved a measure to increase the annual licensing fee for short-term rentals. Trustees increased the annual fee to $1,000 for a new license, up from $125, and $500 for a renewal. The old fee for a renewal was $75.
Poncha Springs Trustees also voted to close the town dump. At issue is the dumping of illegal items like electronics and target shooting that is taking place. A No Shooting sign will be posted in the area.
Trustees also voted to move board meetings to the fourth Tuesday of each month.
Danny “Dan R” Ridenour has been in radio and television broadcasting for over 40 years, starting as a senior in high school in Rogers, Arkansas. His radio career has had stops in Nashville, Memphis, Oklahoma, and eventually, Colorado. Dan enjoys being involved in the community, having been a member of the Upper Arkansas Service Club and is currently on the board of directors for the Salida Community Center and is a member of the Chaffee County Fair Committee. He and his wife Carrie spend their days doing everything the mountains have to offer: hiking, camping, fishing and skiing. They've raised 3 children and have 2 grandchildren.