The town is also still working on its plans for the 2,000 square foot community space on the first floor, which it has leased from Artspace. The town’s proposed 2023 budget includes $136,500 for the room.

Community Initiatives Facilitator Tera Wick presented several furnishing options to the Town Council in October, which she has been working on with members of Fuse, a committee for Ridgway’s Creative District and Main Street programs.

The goal is to create a space that can host classes, perfo...