Alamosa literally grew up overnight. In June 1878, the City of Alamosa went from a tent City to a rail center for the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad. According to local legend, the rail crews were fed in Garland City in the morning then the building was placed on a flat car and the crews were fed dinner from the same building in Alamosa that night. Many of the City’s first buildings were brought in whole by the railroad from Garland City. Alamosa was incorporated on August 30, 1878. Alamosa, which means "cottonwood" in Spanish, is the hub of the San Luis Valley for retail and services with many nearby attractions including the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve.
Love the Outdoors?
If you love the outdoors, Alamosa is for you. Alamosa is surrounded by rugged mountain peaks and numerous recreation opportunities including the City owned Cattails Golf Course. The Rio Grande Scenic Railroad provides excursion trains from Alamosa to La Veta and a connection to the Cumbres and Toltec Railway. The train route takes you through breathtaking country you can’t see from the highway. Home to Adams State College and Trinidad State Junior College, higher education opportunities and cultural events abound. With many hotels and restaurants the City of Alamosa is a wonderful place to stay.
Funding Request Information Summary Review
In order to be considered for funding, the following questions must be answered in their Entirety and all information must be provided no later than 3:00 p.m. on AUGUST 03, 2009. (No faxes will be accepted!). More...
Four City Council Seats Available for the November 3, 2009 Election
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Alamosa Police Department Announce "Citizens Police Academy"
Applications now being accepted for a July 29, 2009 class. More...
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