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County Party Websites:
Republican: http://ecrgop.com/
Democrat: http://elbertcodems.org
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State Party Websites
Republican: http://www.cologop.org
Democrat: http://www.coloradodems.org/
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There are a number of items of interest scheduled to be heard by the BOCC and referral agencies over the next two weeks. On Tuesday night of this week, the Bandera project's water plan will be reviewed by the Elbert County Water Advisory Board, as will the greater Town of Elizabeth area. On Wednesday of this week, the Board of County Commissioners will be hearing the proposed transportation oversight committee.
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Next week, on Wednesday evening, Verde Ridge PUD will be heard by the BOCC in an evening session. And the Planning Commission will be deciding on the West Elbert County Transportation Master Plan. It was delayed a week due to an oddity in the plan: The development company for the SuperSlab is named four (4) times in the document. The study and plan were paid for by tax payer dollars ($75,000 matching grant from Colorado's Department of Local Affairs). While the plan is well thought of, there was unanimous opposition from the Commission, and clear opposition from a number of citizens who attended the meeting to a single corporation being listed by name in a general planning document.
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To review the document, please go here: http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/dept_CommunityandDevelopmentServices.php
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Elbert County This Week
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The Elbert County Water Advisory Board
The Carlson Building, 239 Main St, Elizabeth
Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 7 PM to 9 PM (ish)
The public is invited to attend the Water Advisory Board meetings. This is an opportunity to see a referral committee at work, and listen to and participate in discussion of local water issues. On the schedule for this month is Bandera, and a discussion of the greater Town of Elizabeth area. If either of these issues are of interest to you, we encourage you to attend.
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Elbert County Board of County Commissioners Meeting
Elbert County Offices, Kiowa Courthouse, 2nd Floor BOCC Meeting Room
Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 9 AM to (est.) 4:30 PM
The Agenda for this week is not yet posted under “Meetings” found on the right side tool bar on http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov.
For updates to meetings and their details, please check http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov.
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Elizabeth Chamber Luncheon
Spring Valley Golf Club
Thursday, August 21, 2008, 11:30AM to 1PM
IREA will be providing lunch as well as a discussion on energy issues and electric rates. Please call or email Beverly at 303-646-4287 or director@elizabethchamber.org to make reservations before Friday, August 15th.
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The Parade of Ponds
Saturday, August 23 and Sunday, August 24, 2008
Check out beautiful ponds in our area and support the local Master Gardener program. Nine ponds can be viewed in your area, or spend the day touring all the ponds on the map, link located here: http://elbert.colostate.edu/pond%20brochure.pdf
Tickets are $15 for adults, and children under 15 years are free. Tickets may be purchased at the Extension office in Kiowa 303-621-3162 or Simla 719-541-2361 (please call ahead to ensure tickets are available, and the office is staffed) Just a reminder, Extension office in Kiowa is staffed every Tuesday and Thursday 1-4:30 through September for your gardening questions.
Elbert County Master Gardener
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Simla Meet the Candidates
The Simla Town Park, Simla
Saturday, August 23, 2008 from 12 PM to 3:30 PM
The candidates for Board of County Commission have been invited to (and will be invited again after the dust settles following the Primary) to attend a Meet the Candidates hosted by residents of Simla. This is a chance to ask the questions that count to you! A free hot dog lunch will be supplied. 12-1 Meet and Greet the Politicians, introductions and casual visiting; 1-1:30 Civic Kids, pre-voters can submit and ask questions in a Town Hall setting; 1:30-2:30 is Civic Simla, a chance to submit or ask questions in a Town Hall setting; 2:30 to 3:30 Last Chance Hand Shakes, open visits with candidates. A great opportunity to visit, network and get answers in an exciting election year!
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Coyote Creek Concerts - The Laws
Casey Jones Park Pavilion, Elizabeth
Saturday, August 23, 2008, 7:30 PM
Tickets are available for $10 each at High Plains Food Store in Kiowa, Magic Dog and Viaero Wireless in Elizabeth, or call Arty Smith at 303-648-3662. Tickets are $12 at the door.
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Women's Club Breakfast
Russell Gates Mercantile Community Hall, Elbert Road
Sunday, August 24, 2008, 8AM to 1PM
Adults, $6; Children $3. The breakfast is prepared by the Elbert Women's Club. The club also provides a table with gift items including books on the history of Elbert County. Proceeds are used for restoration and maintenance of the Hall, which was built in 1906. Donations may also be made by contacting 303-648-3372.
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Meetings in Elbert County Next Week
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Elbert County Board of County Commissioners Hearing
Kiowa Courthouse BOCC Hearing Room (May be moved to the Ag Building at the Fairgrounds)
Wednesday, August 27, 2008, 7 PM
The BOCC will be hearing the Verde Ridge PUD. We encourage Elbert County residents to attend.
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Elbert County Planning Commission Meeting
Kiowa Courthouse, BOCC Hearing Room (May be moved to the Fairgrounds)
Thursday, August 28, 2008, 7 PM
The Agenda for this week is not yet posted under “Meetings” found on the right side tool bar on http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov.
For updates to meetings and their details, please check http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov.
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Elizabeth Piece Makers of Colorado, Inc.
The Carlson Building, 239 Main Street, Elizabeth
Thursday, August 28, 2008, 6 PM to 8 PM
The Pieces Makers need help making cuddle quilt for area Fire Departments. They need help with cutting, pressing, sewing, making kits to take home an sew. Please come see what they are doing. Please call Barbara with questions at 303-646-9046.
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Upcoming Meetings
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Nooner's Poker Run
The Stagecoach, Franktown
Saturday, September 13, 2008 starting at 10AM
"Taking Care of Our Own" a Benefit for Glen Neuenschwander "Nooner"Presented by EC Riders.
Glen Neuenschwander, given the nickname "Nooner" when he served aboard the USS Flasher SSN 613, was diagnosed with cancer in 2007. Nooner founded EC Riders, a group of local motorcycle enthusiasts known for its many local fund raising events, in 1995. EC Riders has since blossomed to over 100 members. Nooner's EC Riders' first philanthropic event was the Abbi Run to benefit a local disabled girl (Abbi). Nooner also organized a fund raiser for Jeff Wolcott from Big O Tires; who recently died from Leukemia. He has also been involved in countless other clubs and fund raising "runs."
Riders in the run will be given route instructions and an entry card. At each stop along the route Riders will collect a playing card (or facsimile); at the end of the run, the Riders with the highest poker hand will win a cash prize.
The Poker Run is open to all vehicles, not just motorcycles.
Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. at the Stagecoach in Franktown.
The last bike/vehicle to leave for the ride will be at 10:00 a.m.
The last bike/vehicle must be in by 2:00 p.m.
The run will end up at the AG Building at the Elbert County Fairgrounds in Kiowa (95 Ute Avenue).
There will be a Barbecue at the AG Building about 1:00 p.m. until the food runs out!
There will also be a Silent Auction with all proceeds going to Glen "Nooner" Neuenschwander.
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Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament
Friday, September 12, 2008, Starting at 1PM
A barbeque and awards ceremony follow the afternoon of golfing fun. Please call Chris LeMay, event chair, at 303-646-4166 or Beverly at the Chamber office at 303-646-4287 to sponsor and have your players registered. Information also available at the Chamber's website www.elizabethchamber.org. Open to everyone!
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