50 YEARS AGO

July 15, 1971 – A major piece of business was transacted in the Ouray City Council meeting Monday night that may effect a considerable change in the appearance of Ouray’s business district eventually. The council, after lengthy discussion, unanimously passed on first reading an ordinance amending prior ordinances so that sheltered walks or porticos may be constructed in front of businesses but with strict controls. The architectural design would have to be approved by the pla...