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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Thank you to those who caught my error and emailed or called!
The BOCC swearing in was today, Tuesday, January 13th at the Elbert County Fairgrounds. By all accounts it was a well attended (around 100 people) and very nice ceremony. Best wishes to Commissioners Goetz, Shipper and Schwab!
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In addition to the swearing in, awards were also presented to the two sheriff's deputies who, last Tuesday, delivered a baby and saved its life (I don't have the details). Thank you for your good work!
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Elbert County This Week
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Board of County Commissioner's Meeting
2nd Floor Meeting Room, Kiowa Courthouse
Wednesday, January 14th, 9 AM to 4 PM
The Agenda is posted. It may be found here: under "Meetings" found on the right side tool bar on http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov.
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Seedling Tree Workshop
Big Sandy School Cafeteria, 609 Pueblo Ave., Simla, CO
Wednesday, January 14th, 6:30 PM
No Charge. http://www.4conservation.org/
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Free Seminar Series - Understanding Community Health
Centennial Mental Health Center, 650 E. Walnut, Elizabeth
Wednesday, January 14th, 7 PM to 8 PM
"Presented by Bonnie Adams, LPC. In a continued effort to provide quality health services to Elbert County, Centennial Mental Health Center is pleased to offer a series of free seminars to the public. Information will be presented at each seminar with time set aside for questions and discussion...Our goal is to be a resource to families and individuals..." West Elbert News.
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Free Seminar - Financial Fitness Seminar
The Carlson Building, 239 S. Main St., Elizabeth
Wednesday, January 14th, 7 PM to 9 PM
Experts from Air Academy Credit Union will come and talk about creidt reports. they will give ideas on how to read them, how to repair them, how to maintain them, and how to improve them. Light refreshments will be provided. This is a free seminar. http://www.elbertcountylibrary.org/mastercalendar.htm
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Next Week's Events
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Marvelous Mondays
Simla Library, Simla
Monday, January 19th, 1 PM to 3 PM
Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday Party
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Matinee Movie
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Monday, January 19th, 4 PM
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Free Seminar - Home Fitness Seminar
The Carlson Building, 239 S. Main St., Elizabeth
Monday, January 19th, 7 PM to 9 PM
Kathryn Porter, author of "Too Much Stuff: De-cluttering Your Heart and Home", will show how to get your home into shape. Porter will talk about de-cluttering techniques, advice on keeping a clutter-free home and pointers on ending the clutter cycle. Light refreshments will be provided. This is a free seminar. http://www.elbertcountylibrary.org/mastercalendar.htm
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Creative Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, January 20th, 1 PM
Winnie the Pooh
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Knitting Club
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Tuesday, January 20th, 2 PM
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Simla Cares Meeting
Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, January 20th, 5:30 PM
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Library Lovers
Elbert Library, Elbert School
Tuesday, January 20th, 7 PM
Janet Evanovich
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Book Club
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Tuesday, January 20th, 7 PM
O Pioneers by Willa Cather
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Kiowa, Elbert and Elizabeth to Parker and back
Tuesday, January 20th
Contact Kay Campbell, Kiowa, at 719-541-4275 or the ECCOG office at 800-825-0208 to make an appointment. The East Central Council of Local Governments is open and available to all residents of Cheyenne, Elbert, Kit Carson and Lincoln counties and provides an economical means of travel in the four-county region. http://outbackexpress.tripod.com
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Town of Elizabeth Community Master Plan Hearing
Elizabeth Middle School, 34427 Rd. 13
Tuesday, January 20th, 7PM
The Elizabeth Master Plan will be heard by the Elizabeth Planning Commission regarding it's adoption. The Community Mater Plan is available for review at the Town Hall during business hours, or on the website, http://www.townofelizabeth.org/master_plan.htm. Written comments may be mailed to the Town Planner at the Town of Elizabeth, P.O. Box 159, Elizabeth, CO 80107. For more information, please call Town Hall at 303-646-4166.
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Board of County Commissioners' Meeting
2nd Floor Meeting Room, Kiowa Courthouse, 215 Comanche St.
Wednesday, January 21st, 9 AM to 4PM
The Board of County Commissioners announced at the January 14th meeting that they would be adjusting the BOCC meeting schedule to two meetings per month, filling the schedule more appropriate. Further schedule adjustments may include holding a single session beginning at 9AM, depending on volume and presentation requirements.
The BOCC also stated they would be attempting to provide the Agenda's in a more timely manner. We are happy to state that the Agenda for the January 21st meeting is posted here. Please note that the Agenda may be modified, as needs require, up to 24 hours in advance of the meeting.
Currently, the afternoon session, beginning at 1 PM, will be the presentation of the Bander East and Bandera West PUD applications. We suggest interested residents attend. If you are planning to speak, please remember to be prepared, concise (time will likely be limited), accurate and polite.
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Story Time
Elizabeth Library
Wednesday, January 21st, 9:30 AM
Ducks & Geese
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Friends of the Library
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Wednesday, January 21st, 2 PM
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The Carlson Building, 239 S. Main St., Elizabeth
Wednesday, January 21st, 7 PM to 9 PM
Dignity Memorial presents this free seminar on planning ahead. Refreshments provided. Sponsored by Olinger Andrews Caldwell Gibson Funeral Home in Castle Rock. Please RSVP to 303-771-3960 by Monday, January 19th. This is a free seminar. http://www.elbertcountylibrary.org/mastercalendar.htm
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Colorado East Community Action Agency Budget Hearing
Limon Community Building, 477 D Ave., Limon
Thursday, January 22nd, 9 AM
The Colorado East Community Action Agency provides service to low-income elderly and handicapped residents of Elbert, Lincoln, Kit Carson and Cheyenne Counties. The hearing will provide public review, inspection and comment upon the proposed programs and budget for the Agency's 2009-10 Community Service Block Grant allocation. A copy of the Community Service Block Grant application, as submitted to the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) is available for review from 8 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Thursday, at 224 1/2 Nebraska Ave., Stratton, (719) 348-5303.
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Team Game Night
Elbert School
Thursday, January 21st, 5 PM
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Elizabeth Piece Makers of Colorado
The Carlson Building, Elizabeth
Thursday, January 22nd, 6 PM to 8 PM
The Piece Makers need help making cuddle quilts for the area fire departments. They need help with cutting, pressing, sewing, making kits to take home and sew. Cotton fabric donations accepted. Please come see what they are doing. Please call Barbara at 303-646-9046 with questions.
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Planning Commission Meeting
2nd Floor Meeting Room, Kiowa Court House, 215 Comanche St.
Thursday, January 22nd, 7PM
The Agenda is posted on the Elbert County website here. The Agenda currently lists the Zoning Regulations, Subdivision Regulation and 1041 Regulation Changes as pending a request for continuance with the date to be determined at this meeting; The Crockett Rezone as pending a request for continuance to a date certain of February 4, 2009; ad the Agate Rezone, a proposal to rezone inappropriately zoned land owned by the Agate School District to be heard as scheduled.
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Elbert Relay for Life Kick Off Meeting
Casey Jones Pavilion, Casey Jones Park, Elizabeth
Saturday, January 24th, 10AM
The Elbert Relay for Life will kick of the 2009 Relay for Life at Casey Jones Pavilion. "The American Cancer Society Relay For Life® is a life-changing event that brings together more than 3.5 million people across the country each year to celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against a disease that takes too much." If you are interested in participating, and would like to meet the Team Leaders and organizers, please consider attending. For more information, please go to http://www.elbertrelay.com
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Gardening Club
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, January 24th, 10 AM
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Saturday Morning Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, January 24th, 10AM
Winnie the Pooh
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Story Time
Elbert Library, Elbert School
Saturday, January 24th, 10 AM
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Combat Veterans Cowboy-Up Benefit
Douglas County Events Center, Castle Rock
Saturday, January 24th, 6:30 PM
The Equestrian Theater Association will be presenting "HORSECAPADES" featuring Laura Amandis and her Andalusia stallion Acierto. This is a free, open to the public, charity performance event in honor of Combat Veterans Cowboy Up!
Combat Veterans Cowboy Up! is an Elizabeth, CO organization that utilizes horses in their therapy programs for war veterans suffering form PTSD. For more information, go to http://www.combatveteranscowboyup.org/
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Free Seminar - Financial Fitness Seminar
The Carlson Building, 239 S. Main St., Elizabeth
Saturday, January 24th, 1 PM to 3 PM
Experts from Air Academy Credit Union will come and talk about creidt reports. they will give ideas on how to read them, how to repair them, how to maintain them, and how to improve them. Light refreshments will be provided. This is a free seminar. http://www.elbertcountylibrary.org/mastercalendar.htm
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Women's Club Breakfast
The Russell Gates Mercantile Community Hall, Elbert Rd., Elbert
Sunday, January 25th, 8 AM to 1 PM
The breakfast is prepared the 4th Sunday of each month by the Elbert Women's Club members. The club also provides a table with gift items including books, on the history of Elbert County. Proceeds are used to restore and maintain the hall, which was built in 1906. Donations may also be made by contacting 303-648-3372
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Upcoming Events
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Marvelous Mondays
Free Seminar - Physical Fitness Seminar
Simla Library, Simla
Monday, January 26th, 1 PM to 3 PM
Movie Matinee
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Matinee Movie
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Monday, January 26th, 4 PM
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Book Club
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Monday, January 26th, 7 PM
Dewey by Vicki Myron
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Creative Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, January 27th, 1 PM
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
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Knitting Club
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Tuesday, January 27th, 2 PM
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Simla Cares Meeting
Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, January 27th, 5:30 PM
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Story Time
Elizabeth Library
Wednesday, January 28th, 9:30 AM
Hats
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Elbert County Library District Board Meeting
District Office, 239 S. Main St., Elizabeth
Wednesday, January 28th, 7 PM
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The Carlson Building, 239 S. Main St., Elizabeth
Wednesday, January 28th, 7 PM to 9 PM
Person fitness coach Sheryl Machado will demonstrate ways to become fit through day-to-day activities. All attendees will receive a free pedometer to help track their new fitness goals. Light and healthy refreshments will be provided. This is a free seminar. http://www.elbertcountylibrary.org/mastercalendar.htm
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Kiowa Conservation District's Annual Dinner Meeting for Landowners
Kiowa Creek Community Church, 231 Cheyenne St., Kiowa
Wednesday, January 28th, 6:30 PM
From the KCD Website: "The meeting will begin with a complimentary beef dinner prepared by the woman of the Kiowa Creek Community Church. We are pleased to present Linda Pollick of the Natural Resources Conservation Service as the speaker for the evening with a presentation on the Kiowa Creek Watershed Project; Past, Present and Future. There are 65 flood control dams sponsored by the Kiowa Conservation District in Elbert and parts of El Paso County. A brief business meeting will be conducted before the presentation. The District will honor Conservationist of the Year to good land stewards. Awards will also be given to the 6th grade poster contest winners. We sincerely hope that you will be able to join us for an enjoyable evening with great food, information and door prizes. Please RSVP by January 21, 2009 to insure that we have counted you for dinner at 303-621-2070 ext. 101, or email your reservation."
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Pajama Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Friday, January 30th, 6:30 PM
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Free Seminar - Five Wishes and the Importance of Planning Ahead
The Carlson Building, 239 S. Main St., Elizabeth
Saturday, January 31st, 7 PM to 9 PM
Dignity Memorial presents this free seminar on planning ahead. Refreshments provided. Sponsored by Olinger Andrews Caldwell Gibson Funeral Home in Castle Rock. Please RSVP to 303-771-3960 by Monday, January 19th. http://www.elbertcountylibrary.org/mastercalendar.htm
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Meeting Shanna Engler
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, January 31st, 10 AM to Noon
Please join us at the Simla Library to meet Shanna Engler, the new branch manager.
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Story Time
Elbert Library, Elbert School
Saturday, January 31st, 10:30 AM
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Elbert County Sheriff's Office, Kiowa
Thursday, January 29th, 6:30 PM to 9 PM
Saturday, January 31st, 9 AM to 12 PM
Thursday, February 5th, 6:30 PM to 9 PM
Saturday, February 7th, 9 AM to 12 PM
Thursday, February 12th, 6:30 PM to 9 PM
Saturday, February 14th, 9 AM when the administration of the FCC Amateur Radio Technicians Exam will take place at the Elbert County Sheriff's Office.
The Elbert County Office of Emergency Management is sponsoring a Ham Radio Class in its efforts to bring in new emergency communications minded hams to work with Emergency Management, in support of the Amateur Radio Emergency Service for Elbert County. Cost: $18 for the student manual and $15 for the FCC required exam. To register and for more information contact Mark Kelley at 303-474-5447 or by email at w0bg@comcast.net.
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Windbreak Workshop
Frontier High School, 589 S. Banner St, Elizabeth
Wednesday, February 4th, 7PM
A free windbreak workshop will be presented by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and the Colorado State Forest Service. This workshop was rescheduled from December due to weather. Windbreak design, species selection and planting and care of seedlings wil be discussed at the workshop. This workshop presents valuable information for any landowner planning a windbreak. The order forms for the seedling tree program are availabel in displays at the Kiowa, Elizabeth and Elbert Post Offices, as well as High Plains in Kiowa. You may also contact the Kiowa Conservation District by phone at 303-621-2070, ext. 101 to recieve an order form, or vist their website at www.kiowacd.org. Please RSVP for the workshop at the number listed above.
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