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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 this week. We have been told that the BOCC will be holding a public hearing on Tuesday, August 26th, at 1:30PM to discuss budget cuts with department heads and elected officials. It is scheduled to be held in the BOCC meeting room at the Kiowa Courthouse. If the meeting is held, it may be moved to the Kiowa Fairgrounds. We will provide more information as it becomes available. We encourage any who are able to attend. If you plan to participate, please remember to be prepared, be factual, be accurate, be passionate, and be polite.
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On Wednesday evening, August 27th, the Verde Ridge PUD will be heard by the BOCC in an evening session. We expect the meeting will be moved from the Kiowa Courthouse to the Fairgrounds.
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On Thursday evening, August 28th, 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
Elbert County Board of County Commissioners Budget Hearing
Kiowa Courthouse, BOCC Hearing Room (May be moved to the Fairgrounds)
Tuesday, August 28th, 2008, 1:30PM
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Our understanding is the hearing is to discuss reducing the budget 10% across the departments and elected officials' departments. No Agenda has been posted as yet. Please go to http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/meetings.php?typeid=8. The Agenda should be posted 24 hours in advance.
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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.
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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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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Next Week in Elbert County
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Simla Hamburger Day
Simla Park, Simla
Monday, September 1, 2008
This annual Labor Day fund raiser is sponsored by the Simla Fire Department. Burgers, music, booths, a parade and more! This is a fun, family oriented event.
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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, September 2, 2008,9 AM to 4 PM, est.
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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Meet the Democratic Candidates
Taste and See Coffee, formerly known as "Cowboy Coffee" 796 E Kiowa Ave, Elizabeth,
Saturday, September 6th, from 9AM to 11AM
Please join Robert Thomasson, District 3, and Patty Sward, District 1, for a cup of coffee, and an opportunity to share your ideas and concerns, and to ask questions about Elbert County and the race for the three Elbert County Commissioner seats.
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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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