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Fox-Rubin and Pew: Employer appeal for Cavern Springs
Summary by Aspen News Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Jon Fox-Rubin and Rob Pew , Aspen Times
· July 23, 2026
· 4 min read
Everyone in this community knows how important it is to have safe, stable and affordable housing for our workforce. And it takes a village to keep our community thriving. That’s why we are asking employers, both large and small, to consider making a one-time charitable donation to help preserve C...
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Key takeaway That’s why we are asking employers, both large and small, to consider making a one-time charitable donation to help preserve Cavern Springs — a 98-unit mobile home community between the ReStore and the Roaring Fork River.
Why this matters in Aspen News
The effort to preserve Cavern Springs as a resident-owned community has significant implications for the local workforce and economy. With 250 adults employed in the regional workforce, the loss of this affordable housing community would exacerbate the existing housing crisis in Pitkin County. The fact that 51% of Cavern Springs' residents work in Pitkin County, including in Aspen, highlights the importance of this community to the local labor market. If employers respond to the appeal for donations, it could help ensure that workers can continue to afford to live in the area, which is crucial for the survival of local businesses. The success of this campaign could also serve as a model for preserving other mobile home communities in the Roaring Fork Valley, where affordable housing is increasingly scarce. The involvement of local governments, including Pitkin County and the city of Aspen, demonstrates a recognition of the critical role that affordable housing plays in maintaining a stable and thriving community.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: Aspen Times ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Everyone in this community knows how important it is to have safe, stable and affordable housing for our workforce. And it takes a village to keep our community thriving. That’s why we are asking employers, both large and small, to consider making a one-time charitable donation to help preserve C...
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