A service of the Colorado Springs Gazette Telegraph.

Information for Newcomers

Telephone Service

US West Communications
Residential customer service: 1-800-244-1111
Residential repair service: 1-800-573-1311

Trash Removal Service

Service: 385-2860

Utilities


Electric Companies

Empire Electric Association Inc.
801 N. Broadway
Cortez
Customer service: 1-800-709-3726

La Plata Electric Association, Inc
45 Stewart St.

Durango

Customer service: 970-247-5786
Water/Sewer
Customer Service: 385-2860
More utilities information

Driver Licenses

State law requires that drivers obtain a Colorado license within 30 days of living here. Colorado adult driver licenses, available at age 21, are valid for four years; provisional driver licenses, available at age 18, are valid for three years; and beginner driver licenses, available at age 16, are valid for two years. All applicants must take a written examination. First-time applicants and those seeking to renew revoked or expired licenses must take a driving examination. Licenses cost $15. Test sites are located at:
For more information call: 1-970-247-4591.

Vehicle Registration

License Plates
Motorists must display a Colorado license plate on their vehicle within 45 days of moving here. Fees are based on the vehicle's age, weight and taxable value. For more information call:

1-970-259-4000, ext. 284.

Insurance


State law requires automobile owners to carry insurance for bodily injury liability, property damage, personal injury protection (no-fault medical) and uninsured motorist liability provisions. Proof of vehicle insurance is required at time of registration.

Parks and Recreation

Bayfield Recreation Dept

884-9034

Durango Parks and Recreation
385-2950