Environment
The birds are on the move, 2013 bird sightings around the valley(2)
People in and around Chaffee County are seeing some amazing birds right now. You may have seen the Griebs down at the ramp in Salida, or a Rose-Breasted Grosbeak at your feeder. Let your neighbors know what you’ve seen in the comment fields below. Who knows, you may inspire another reader to start their own life list.
Announcements
Water: How can we be sure we will have enough?(0)
Building upon the Greater Arkansas River Nature Association’s (GARNA) program in April 2012 on the allocation and management of the water in the Upper Arkansas River, GARNA is offering another program on this crucial subject. After the unprecedented 2002 drought the State of Colorado undertook the Statewide Water Supply Initiative. It was then determined that [...]
Chaffee County
Free Lunches for Youth this Summer(0)
The Salida Summer Food Service Program is gearing up for its second year of providing healthy, free lunches for youth 18 and under all summer long. The first lunches will be served June 3rd and the program runs, Monday-Friday, through August 9th . Any youth in Chaffee County, 18 and under, can enjoy a free meal at the Salida Boys & Girls Club from noon – 1:00 pm all summer long.
News
FILM: Riding Independence Pass(0)
For 2013, the pass will be open to cars on Thursday, May, 23rd. So, go ride or walk it today.
Environment
471 Placer mining claims placed on Mt Antero(0)
Antero Mining Options wishes to also announce plans to consider eventual transfer of its mining claims to a future “Gemstone National Park”. All interested parties wishing to be partners in preserving this unique national treasure and protecting the source of Aquamarine, the Colorado State Gemstone, should contact me for formulation of a 1000 year plan for the region.
Business
Browns Canyon Listening Session Draws Unanimous Support in Golden(0)
A veritable A-list of environmental organizations, raft outfitters and a trickle of private citizens voiced unanimous support for National Monument and Wildnerness designation for Browns Canyon at a listening session hosted by US Sen. Mark Udall at American Mountaineering Center in Golden this weekend. While audience support was unanimous, Udall took note of the comments [...]
From the City
May 21 NRC Board Meeting Agenda Available(0)
Posted on May 17, 2013 The Salida Natural Resource Center Development Corporation Board agenda for the May 21 meeting is available. Agenda Filed under News | Leave a response Article source: http://cityofsalida.com/2013/05/may-21-nrc-board-meeting-agenda-available/
From the City
City Council Materials Available for May 21(0)
Posted on May 17, 2013 City Council Materials are available for May 21. Agenda Packet Filed under News | Leave a response Article source: http://cityofsalida.com/2013/05/city-council-materials-available-for-may-21/
From the City
City of Salida 2012 Drinking Water Quality Report(0)
Posted on May 17, 2013 The City of Salida 2012 calendar year Drinking Water Quality Report has been released. The report finds no violations or formal enforcement actions. Any questions? Please contact Lonnie Oversole, Water Plant Director at 719-539-6721 Water consumer report Filed under News, Water and Wastewater | Leave a response Article source: http://cityofsalida.com/2013/05/city-of-salida-2012-drinking-water-quality-report/
From the City
Free Liquor Training Class at Chaffee County Fairgrounds Monday, 5/20(0)
Posted on May 17, 2013 From Joyce Reno, Chaffee County Clerk There will be a Liquor Training Class on Monday, May 20 at the Chaffee County Fairgounds. The class will be held from 11am – to approximately 1:30pm. Russ Elliott, Colo. Dept. of Rev., Liquor Enforcement, will conduct the class. There will be no charge [...]
From the City
Change in Salida City Council work session time(0)
Posted on May 17, 2013 At the last Salida City Council work session on May 7th City Council decided to alter their work session schedule. Work sessions will now be held on the first Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. followed by the regular Council meeting at 7 p.m. On the third Tuesday of [...]
Events
Events this week – May 20 edition(0)
CKS Paddlefest, Bluegrass on the Arkansas, Canine Companion 5K and more!
Community
Crest Academy successfully shows us our plastic bag waste(3)
Congratulations to the Crest Academy for showing us just how wasteful we are. Wake up fine citizens of the world and bring reusable sacks to the store. It’s a baby step. Thank you Crest for a great visual.
Business
Ark Valley Brewers Collaborate to Raise Funds for Browns Canyon Protection(0)
Salida, CO – Member brewers of the newly founded Ark Valley Libation Society have joined together to produce their first collaborative beer to both help get the group off the ground and benefit the effort to preserve a unique local treasure. A portion of proceeds from the sale of the limited edition Browns Canyon India [...]
Environment
VOC and USFS offer thanks(0)
Nearly 70 volunteers and representatives from 15 partner groups attended the event and were recognized for their contributions volunteering on public lands.
Announcements
Free presentation on living with mental illness(0)
This unique public education program will feature individuals who share compelling personal stories about living with mental illness and achieving recovery.
Community
Convenience is the enemy, drowning in plastic.(1)
I hope that everyone will be able to take their lunch break this Friday, May 17th and walk or ride your bike downtown and view the plastic bag chain created by the students of the Crest Academy. 12,000 plastic sacks (the number of bags given out every two days by Safeway and WalMart in Salida) will be tied together and stretched up the hill in a great visual demonstration to help us see our wasteful ways.
Opinion
Guns. On sale now at a gun store near you.(0)
According to a recent poll by Fairleigh Dickenson University, 29% of Americans think that “an armed revolution in order to protect liberties might be necessary in the next few years.” Another 5% are unsure. Hide your kids, hide your wife.
News
Get your cruise on – join the Cruiser Crit on Saturday(0)
Race participants are encouraged to wear their best costume and ride their cruiser bicycles on the streets and trails of Salida.
City
Salida Community Track Meets(0)
The City of Salida Recreation Department will host 3 community track meets this spring/summer at the Salida High School track.
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