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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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Meeting Changes:
Water Advisory Board
There will be no Elbert County Water Advisory Board Meeting on Tuesday, September 16th. There are no referrals this week, and several members will not be able to make the meeting.
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Meet the Candidates:
This week's meeting has been moved to the Rattlesnake Fire Station on Meadow Station Drive. It will be held on Friday, September 19, 2008 between 7 PM and 9 PM. From Singing Hills, take Delbert Road north to Meadow Station Dr. Go east about 1/4 mile to Rattlesnake Fire Station.
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Election notes:
We are recommending all Elbert County voters consider participating by Mail-in Ballot this year. There are 19 statewide initiatives on this ballot, as well as any local items that may be included. Mail-in Ballot applications may be found here: Elbert County Elections Page
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The last day to register to vote is October 6, 2008. Voter registration applications may also be found on the Elbert County Elections Page.
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To verify your voter registration status, go here: Colorado Secretary of State's Elections Page.
Any questions or concerns, please contact Megan in the Elections Office at 303-621-3127.
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Local Elections notes:
The 2008 Elbert County Board of County Commissioner election covers all three seats, Districts 1, 2 and 3. Because Elbert County's population base is under 75,000, these elections are "at large", meaning each voter will be voting for the Commissioner of their choice in all three districts.
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Elbert County This Week
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Elbert County Board of County Commissioners
Kiowa Courthouse BOCC Hearing Room
Wednesday, September 17, 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 other details, please check http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov.
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Elbert County Planning Commission
Kiowa Courthouse BOCC Hearing Room
Thursday, September 18, 2008, 7 PM to 9 PM, est.
This is a special meeting called to hear amendments to the Verde Ridge PUD.
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 other details, please check http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov.
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Community Open House
Bank of Choice
Thursday, September 18, 2008, 5 PM - 7 PM
The Bank is hosting this event to thank members of the Elbert County community for their support this year. Local restaurants, artists, and musicians will be featured. Please join the bank at their Elizabeth branch for appetizers and cold beverages!
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Hunter Safety Class
Big R, 33691 Elizabeth St., Elizabeth
Thursday, September 18, 2008, 6 PM - 8 PM
Friday, September 19, 2008, 6 PM - 8 PM
Saturday, September 20, 2008, 8 AM - 2 PM
At the rifle rage. For information, please call 303-646-6963
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Elbert County Extension Open House
The Agricultural Building, Kiowa Fairgrounds, Kiowa
Saturday, September 20, 2008, 9:30 AM to Noon
The event, which is open to anyone in Elbert County, will feature all aspects of what the Colorado State University Extension offers, from 4-H non-livestock projects to Family/Consumer Education, with an eye toward “showing our constituents what we can do to serve them,” according to Duane Owens, Extension Advisory Committee Chairman, who will give a short presentation for the assembly at 10:30. Among the exhibits will be demonstrations in cake decorating, leatherwork, food preservation and performing arts. Music will be provided by contestants from the spring 4-H Contest Day: musicians from age 6-18 on a variety of instruments as well as vocals. “Because Extension offers so much more, to the whole family” Owens adds, “we’re also displaying many services and information for county residents of all ages as well,” such as demonstrations by the Master Gardeners, information concerning noxious weeds, small acreage management, natural resources, and wildlife, “and that’s only part of what we do.” “We hope for a large turnout,” Owens says, “because Extension offers so much in the way of leadership, creative problem-solving, education and life skills.” For further information, please contact Trena Smith at ELBERT2@colostate.edu or 303/621-3162.
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Coyote Creek Concerts - Kraig Kenning
Casey Jones Pavilion, Elizabeth
Saturday, September 20, 2008, 7:30 PM
"Kraig is a combination of Bob Dylan, Neil Young and Eric Clapton, Unplugged all roled into one gifted performer. With Kraig, you'll hear a lot of blues with a dash of folk and rock thrown in for good measure." Info/tickets: 303-648-3662 or from High Plains Foods in Kiowa, or Magic Dog.
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Next Week
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Elbert County Board of County Commissioners
Kiowa Courthouse BOCC Hearing Room
Wednesday, September 24, 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 other details, please check http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov.
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Elbert County Planning Commission
Kiowa Courthouse BOCC Hearing Room
Thursday, September 25, 2008, 7 PM to 9 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 other details, please check http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov.
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Elbert Women's Club Breakfast
Russell Gates Mercantile Community Hall, Elbert
Sunday, September 28th, from 8 AM to 1 PM
The breakfast is prepared by the Elbert Women's Club. Cost: Adults, $6 and children $3. The club also provides a table with gift items, including books on the history of Elbert County. Proceeds are used for the 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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Mule Clinic
Clayton Ranch, 7158 Highway 86
Friday, October 3 and Saturday, October 4.
Better understand your mule and learn safer trail riding. Contact: 303-646-3595 or skclayton@att.net.
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Lions Club Breakfast
Lions Club Hall, Kiowa
Sunday, October 5, 2008
