WATER

The City provides pristine water from our very own well field. We maintain ten wells, four booster pumps and two 2.35 million-gallon storage tanks. We also maintain 1,700 water services with meters, fire hydrants, and approximately 6.5 miles of transmission lines and 36.5 miles of distribution water lines.

Base rate for first 5,000 gallons:  Residential $19.50     Commercial $20.50

        Overage charges per thousand gallons over 5,000:

            6,000 - 15,000          $0.60
            16,000 - 35,000        $1.00
            36,000 - 100,000      $1.15
          101,000 - 200,000      $1.30
          201,000 - 500,000      $2.80
          500,000 +                   $4.00

We bill in arrears so the bill you receive the first of every month is actually for the previous month.  Summer months are particularly high because of the yard watering. If you still think your bill is out of line, call City Hall  (842-5001)and we will check your meter.  During drought conditions various stages of water restrictions may be imposed along with a surcharge of $0.25 for each 1,000 gallons over the 5,000 allotment.  

Please refer to the water conservation measures on this website.

Monthly bills are the property owner's responsibility and are sent to the property owner.  Renter's should work out payment details with the landlord.

RESIDENTIAL TRASH COLLECTION

We collect household trash once a week on a rotating basis, depending where you live in the City. Call City Hall to find out the day of the week your trash is collected and where the pickup site is. Household trash can only be placed in City approved containers. We sell 96 gallon containers for $80 each. These poly karts have wheels and are especially designed for automated pickup. $20 down and $10 a month will get you one delivered right to your home.

Special arrangements can be made by calling City Hall to pick up items that will not fit in the poly karts.  

Residential trash pick up is $16.00 per month.

WASTEWATER AND STORM WATER

$31.20 is the residential monthly charge for Wastewater and $0.10 per linear foot of curb around your property is charged for Storm Water and Street Sweeping.

BUILDING DEPARTMENT, ZONING, AND FLOOD PLAIN

Does building that new deck seem intimidating?  Not sure how far a 2' x 6" should span?  The City's building department will help you get started. (970) 842-5001.

Home improvements other than cosmetic (painting, carpeting etc.) require a building permit.   Permits are issued for siding, roofs, window replacement, fences, plumbing and sprinkler systems, concrete work, finishing the basement, converting a garage to a family room or bedrooms, remodeling and/or additions, and structure demolition.  Before a permit is issued, construction plans must be approved.  Karen has free basic building guides available for new detached garages, decks, carports, and patio covers. 

The building department is also the place to learn how a particular piece of property is zoned, what is allowed within that zoning, and whether or not the property is within the flood plain.  Essentially, everything east of Ray Street is in the flood plain.  Flood plain regulations govern such things as elevation, location of electrical boxes, furnaces, water heaters, etc.  It is imperative to visit with the City's building department before undertaking any construction in designated flood plain areas.  Remember, standard homeowner's insurance policies do not cover losses due to flooding.     

FIRE PROTECTION

The Brush Volunteer Fire and the Brush Rural Fire Departments serve the City’s population and about 1,200 in the rural district. The total service area is approximately 215 square miles, 8 miles of Interstate and 36 miles of State highways. They respond to 250 – 280 calls per year, half of which are medical assists. Five of the firefighters are State certified EMT’s. Department numbers fluctuate between 30 and 35 strong. Don’t let the volunteer part fool you. They are required to have 36 hours of training per year, but average 53 hours. There is tremendous bonding and commitment to service among this select group.

Calling 911 gets an immediate response to any emergency

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

Occasionally, we experience weather conducive to tornado activity. We test the emergency warning sirens the first Friday of the month at noon. Whenever you hear a long steady blast, (other than at this time) a tornado has been spotted in the area. You should take immediate cover in the nearest basement. Take a radio with you, tuned to 1010 AM, 106.3 FM or 1400 AM to learn when the danger has past.

GAS & ELECTRICITY

Xcel Energy, formerly Public Service Company of Colorado is the supplier of gas and electricity for our area. They can be reached by calling 1-800-895-4999.

OTHER HELPFUL NUMBERS

Brush Chamber Office: 842-2666

Brush News Tribune: 842-5516

Building Permit:  842-5001

Cable TV (AT&T Broadband): 867-8511

County Express Transportation: 867-6494

Driver’s License: 867-2647

East Morgan County Hospital: 842-6200

East Morgan County Library: 842-4596

J/N Softball Complex: 842-9934

Morgan Community College: 542-3100

Pet Licensing: 842-5001

Post Office: 842-4382

School District Offices: 842-5176

Swimming Pool: 842-2324

Telephone Service: 1-800-244-1111

Time & Temperature: 867-3031

Vehicle Licensing: 542-3521

VIN Inspection:  Brush Police @ 842-5074

CITY LIVING

Glad you asked…(answered in no particular order)

Our City sales tax is 3.6%.  State:  2.9%

Since we are a Tree City USA we routinely sponsor tree promotions every Spring.

Yes, we do have an ordinance against the accumulation of weeds, trash, and junked vehicles.

We also have an ordinance against barking dogs.

Due to space restrictions. downtown parking is limited to 2 hours at a time.

Residents are responsible for clearing snow and other debris from their sidewalks. Property owners need to replace sidewalks that are tripping hazards.

Most areas east of Ray Street are in the floodplain, so always check with our building department before taking on a project.  Building permits are required for anything structural.

Our elevation is 4,012.

RECREATION IN BRUSH!

You’re in for a treat here. We have year-round City sponsored activities from arts and crafts, to tumbling, from basketball to tennis, and everything in between. Call Lance in the City Recreation Department at 842-5280 to learn all you ever wanted to know about our adult and youth programs.

Our picturesque parks are another testimony to our quality of life. Memorial Park is on South Clayton Street and adjacent to the campground, softball fields, swimming pool and Morgan County Fairgrounds. Call our Recreation Department to reserve shelters, volleyball and horseshoe equipment for that special social gathering. Memorial Park also has playground equipment and basketball courts.

Petteys Park is located on Mill Street, right by Bunker Hill Country Club and a 9-hole golf course. Between Mill Street and Emerson, on Hospital Road, you’ll find Pioneer and Sunset Parks and an inviting bike/ walking path that leads into Sunset’s housing development.

Under multi-year construction are Watrous Park to the west and Prairie Trails Park to the south.  Prairie Trails also has Doty Pond for year round fishing.

Need a larger room for a party? We have that too --  Call the Recreation Department and ask about renting the Jaycee building or the Old Fire Hall.

In close proximity, we have hunting, fishing, boating, and bird watching opportunities. Jackson Lake and Prewitt Reservoir are the closest wide bodies of water that offer water sports. And Brush Prairie Ponds is home to a menagerie of wildlife.