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1. Does the Town plan on issuing mandatory watering restrictions this year?

No. The Town asks that residents voluntarily limit their outdoor water irrigation to twice weekly between the hours of 7:00 pm and 7:00 am. Learn more by visiting the Water Conservation Plan web page.

2. Can the Town prohibit oil and gas operations within Erie?

No. The Colorado Oil & Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) governs the permitting and regulation of oil and gas wells throughout the state according to the Oil and Gas Conservation Act. Municipalities such as the Town of Erie have limited authority when it comes to the oversight of oil and gas operations within its boundaries. A 2002 Colorado State Court of Appeals decision affirmed an earlier judgment which defines to what extent a local jurisdiction may regulate drilling operations within its boundaries. However, in August of 2012, the Board of Trustees approved Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) with EnCana Oil & Gas (USA) Inc. and Anadarko Petroleum Corporation wherein the operators have agreed to address the Town’s concerns regarding public health and safety impacts. The MOUs are the first agreements in Colorado that include best management practices that supplement and are in addition to Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules and regulations. Oil & Gas Operations

3. Do I need a Business License to grow medical marijuana in the Town of Erie?

Yes. In December 2010 the Town adopted legislation prohibiting medical marijuana dispensaries within the Town. However, "Patients" (who have obtained from the State a medical marijuana registry card) and "Primary Caregivers" may lawfully cultivate and process medical marijuana for themselves or their patients. In November of 2012, the Board approved an ordinance amending the business regulations portion of the Town’s Municipal Code to include a new chapter addressing the cultivation of medical marijuana within primary residences. The ordinance balances the reasonable and lawful rights of patients and primary caregivers with the protection of the health, safety, and welfare of the public through the prevention and mitigation of deleterious and negative secondary effects that may occur or are likely to occur from the presence of medical marijuana in the Town of Erie. Select the link below to view the ordinance. For more information on obtaining a Business License, please contact the Community Development Department at 303-926-2770.
View Ordinance

4. Can I pay my Utility Bill online?

Yes. You can pay your water bill using either Visa, MasterCard or Discover. Please have a copy of your water bill available as you will need your account information printed on the bill. If you are paying more than one bill, each bill will need to be paid in a separate transaction.

After submitting your payment, you will receive an e-mail confirmation. Payments made M-F before 10:00 pm (except holidays) will be credited to your account as of that business day. Payments made after hours will be credited to your account as of the following business day.

For more information, please call Utility Billing at 303-926-2700.
Utility Billing

5. Does the Town of Erie require dogs to be licensed?

Dogs owned by residents in the Town of Erie must be licensed each calendar year. Every owner of a dog over six months of age shall have the animal licensed within 30 days after it is brought into the Town. The owner shall furnish the following information:

- Proof of current rabies vaccination
- The name, physical address and telephone number of the owner of the dog
- Veterinarian proof of neuter or spay

Fees
- Spayed or neutered dogs: $10
- Non-spayed or non-neutered dogs: $15

To download an application, please visit the Licenses and Permit section on the Town’s website. For more information, Please contact Pet Licensing at 303-926-2700
Pet Licensing

6. Does the Town have a Code Enforcement Officer?

Yes. All 20 sworn Police Officers of the Erie Police Department share the responsibility of responding to code enforcement complaints. In addition, the Town of Erie Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer is responsible for all building and zoning complaints and violations. Code Enforcement

7. How do I contact the Mayor and Board of Trustees?

You may phone or email the Mayor and Board of Trustees. View contact information for the Board of Trustees.

8. Does the Town rent out facilities?

The Town of Erie Parks and Recreation Department accepts applications for facility rentals such as park shelters and athletic fields.

• Athletic Field Request Form


• Park Shelter Request Form

9. Where can I find economic development and demographic information about the Town of Erie?

To view, download and print current demographic information, select "Community Profile" from the Economic Development page.