The state budget was signed by Governor Polis in May in a bipartisan effort toward the "Colorado Comeback”. The stimulus package will include $800 million to help Coloradans recover from the coronavirus pandemic. Among many things, up to $113.5 million to support rural communities. Learn more here.
Colorado Proud — Giving Ag A Boost.
“CO Proud promotes buying locally grown, raised, and processed food and Rural agricultural products. It teaches and educates consumers that when they buy Colorado Proud they are receiving high-quality fresh products and helping Colorado’s economy, farmers, ranchers, greenhouses, manufacturers, and processors. Colorado Proud has helped our state’s agriculture producers sell their products all across Colorado, the US, and the world,” said Rep Donald Valdez, D- La Jara. “This bill is going to help rural Colorado recover faster from the pandemic and build back stronger. I’m proud that we were able to come together in a bipartisan way to give Colorado Proud a boost and help our farmers sell their goods in markets all across the globe.” Get all the details of the story!
Remember to celebrate Dad this June. I was fortunate enough to have this amazing man as my role model and Father. He taught the value of hard work and stewardship of the land. He showed me the importance of being humble, kind, and honest in all aspects of my life and work. Thank you, Dad.
Scoping Phase Finalized for Colorado Water Plan Update
The scoping phase for the Colorado Water Plan update process took place between March and early June 2021. During this phase, the Colorado Water Conservation Board collected feedback and input by hosting 13 workshops including 40 speakers and involving 600 participants. Topics ranged from environmental and recreation impacts, forest health, land use planning, climate change, agricultural viability, and more.
The updated Water Plan will also incorporate eight Basin Implementation Plans - smaller, tailored plans for water issues in each of Colorado’s river basins. These sections of the Plan are set to be finalized in January 2022.
To follow the Water Plan update timeline, visit engagecwcb.org.
🌈Happy Pride!🌈
June is a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community. Read the White House Proclamation here.
