TELLER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
TELLER 125TH ANNIVERSARY PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, Teller County, Colorado, celebrates a significant milestone in its history, marking the 125th anniversary of its founding on March 8, 1899, drawing territory from El Paso and Fremont Counties to encompass the Gold Camp and surrounding lands and
WHEREAS, the land now known as Teller County has a rich history dating back thousands of years, inhabited by Indigenous peoples, including the Ute, Arapaho, and Cheyenne tribes, who revered the majestic Pikes Peak, known as “Tava”. A sacred place, and
WHEREAS, the discovery of gold in the late 19th century sparked the Cripple Creek Gold Rush, transforming the Gold Camp region, with Cripple Creek and Victor becoming synonymous with prosperity and opportunity, and
WHEREAS, the construction of several railroads to service the Gold Camp and other destinations West, namely the Midland Railroad, Florence and Cripple Creek Railroad, Colorado Springs, and Cripple Creek District Railroad, and the Colorado Midland Railway, played a pivotal role in the growth and development of Teller County, facilitating the transport of goods, people, gold ore and materials, and
WHEREAS, Teller County’s natural beauty, including the stunning vistas of Pikes Peak America’s Mountain, has captivated visitors for generations, leading to the growth of tourism as a vital component of the county’s economy, and
WHEREAS, the residents of Teller County have shown resilience, community spirit, and dedication to preserving the heritage and natural resources of the remarkable region,
NOW, THEREFORE, be it proclaimed, the Teller County Board of County Commissioners hereby recognizes and celebrates the 125th anniversary of its founding, honoring its Native American history, the legacy of the World's Greatest Gold Camp and subsequent Gold Rush, the importance of railroads in shaping its development, and the enduring impact of tourism on its economy and culture.
IN WITNESS of whom, we have hereunto set our hand and caused the Seal of Teller County to be affixed this 19th day of March 2024.