Elbert County Update 2009 03 22

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County Party Websites:
Republican: http://ecrgop.com/
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State Party Websites
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We are all well aware that Elbert County has had little snow or rain this winter. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, http://drought.unl.edu/dm/DM_state.htm?CO,W, as of March 17, 2009, western Elbert County is in "D1 Drought - Moderate" condition and the eastern county is in "D0 - Abnormally Dry" condition. In either case, moisture is low, the wind is dry and warm (or it was through Sunday, when this was written) and the fire danger is high. On March 19th, CDOT posted two High Fire Danger signs on Hwy 24, one is west of Limon, over the Elbert County line, and the second is at the Elbert County/El Paso County line. We understand that two more signs will be posted on Hwy 86, on the west side of Elizabeth, and the second near Matheson Rd.
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Press Release from Elbert County's OEM: On Wednesday, February 18, 2009, The Sheriff’s Office, at the recommendation of the Fire Chiefs Association, increased the county wide burn ban for all unincorporated areas of Elbert County to a Stage II restriction level. This will remain in effect until further notice. This is a result of unusually high fire danger due to lack of precipitation and high winds causing red flag warnings within Elbert County.
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Under Stage II restrictions, no open burning is allowed; the sale and use of fireworks and education rockets are prohibited. The safe use of charcoal and gas grills are allowed and not affected by this ban. Violation of the burn restriction carries penalties for 1st time offenses of $110.00 as set forth in the county burn restriction ordinance 06-01.
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“With the unusual fire weather conditions being experienced during the winter months, and low precipitation, we determined it would be a proactive move to prevent wild land fires,” said John Hillmann, Big Sandy Fire Protection District Chief and Fire Chief Association Chairman.
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For further information call the Elbert County Office of Emergency Management at 303.805.6131 or your local Fire Protection District.
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Are you interested in Weather Spotter Classes? The Elbert County Library District and local fire protection districts will be hosting classes on Tuesday, April 28th from 6:30 PM to 9 PM at the Kiowa Library (RSVP to 303-621-2111); on Thursday, April 30th, from 6:30 PM to 9 PM at the Elbert Library (RSVP to 303-648-3533); and on Wednesday, May 6th from 6:30 PM to 9 PM at the Simla Library (RSVP to 719-541-2573). For more information, or to RSVP by email, please contact OEM@elbertcounty-co.gov. Note: a minimum of 12 participants per location are necessary to hold the classes.
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IREA members: 2009 Board of Directors elections include District 5, which covers most of western Elbert County. The sitting board member running for election is Bruff Shea and his opponent is John Masson. Mr. Shea declined an invitation to speak at the Elbert County Democrat's meeting to be held March 22nd. Mr. Shea's website is http://irea-care.com/. Mr. Masson (a Republican) spoke at last month's meeting and his website is www.masson4irea.com. IREA's website is http://www.intermountain-rea.com. An alternate view of and for IREA may be found at http://www.ireavoices.org/.
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Ballots will be mailed no later than March 18th. If you are an IREA member, we encourage you to speak with both candidates, study the issues, and make an informed decision. Please either mail your ballot back before April 5th, to ensure delivery prior to the annual meeting, or, if you are attending the meeting, be prepared for an on-site ballot to be issued. The meeting will be held Saturday, April 18th at 10 AM at Ute Pass Cultural Center, 210 E. Midland Ave., Woodland Park. Registration must be completed before the meeting is called to order at 10 AM. Registration opens at 9 AM. The meeting announcement may be found here: http://www.intermountain-rea.com/CurrentWV.pdf
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Elbert County This Week
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Marvelous Mondays
Simla Library, Simla
Monday, March 23rd, 1 PM to 3 PM
Celebrate the Spring Equinox with Bloom Bingo & win prizes!
Paws to Read with Aaron.
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Movie Time
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Monday, March 23rd, 4 PM
Spirit
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Job Club
Elizabeth Workforce Center
Tuesday, March 24th
The Elizabeth Workforce Center is offering help with employment solutions, resumes and various other employment needs. Call Jerry at 303-646-2783 for more information or to RSVP. You must RSVP to attend this event.
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Book Club
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Monday, March 23rd, 7 PM
Escape by Carolyn Jessup with Laura Palmer
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Creative Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, March 24th, 10:30 AM
It's Spring Time
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Knitting Club
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Tuesday, March 24th, 2 PM
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Craft Club
Elbert Library, Elbert
Tuesday, March 24th, 4:30 PM
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Town of Elizabeth Board of Trustees Meeting
Elizabeth Town Hall, 321 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Tuesday, March 24th, 7 PM
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Hopping Mad Over Grasshoppers?
The Carlson Building, 239 S. Main St., Elizabeth
Tuesday, March 24th, 7 PM
The Elbert County Master Gardeners present C.S.U.'s Dr. Whitney Cranshaw and his presentation on insects. This seminar will introduce you to the bothersome, destructive insects we dealt with last summer, as well as some that are predicted to appear this year. You will receive help with dealing with them before they can do too much damage. Also included in the seminar will be information about the good guys in the insect world such as lady beetles, lacewings, mantis, etc. Cost $5.00. http://elbert.colostate.edu/hor.shtml Please RSVP for each class by calling the Elbert County Extension Office in Kiowa (303-621-3162) or Simla (719-541-2361).
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Story Time
Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, March 25th, 9:30 AM
Bugs
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Elbert County Board of County Commissioners Meeting
Kiowa Courthouse, 2nd Floor Meeting Room, Kiowa
Wednesday, March 25th, 9 AM to 4 PM
The Agenda is not yet posted. It will be posted at http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/meeting_detail.php?id=464&typeid=8
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Simla Community Action Committee
Simla Library, Simla
Wednesday, March 25th, 5:30 PM
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Elbert County Library District Board Meeting
District Office, Elizabeth
Wednesday, March 25th, 6:30 PM
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Computer Tutor Time
Simla Library, Simla
Thursday, March 26th, 2 PM to 4 PM
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Elbert County Planning Commission Meeting
Kiowa Courthouse, 2nd Floor Meeting Room, Kiowa
Thursday, March 26th, 7 PM
The Agenda is not yet posted. It will be posted at http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/meeting_detail.php?id=473&typeid=10
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Story Time
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Friday, March 27th, 10:30 AM
Sheep
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Monopoly Tournament
Simla Library, Simla
Friday, March 27th, 3 PM
Prizes!
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Kiowa County Gun Show Benefit Dinner and Auction
Elbert County Fairgrounds
Friday, March 27th, 6 PM
To benefit the Elbert County Mentoring Program. For more information, contact Annette Eller at 303-677-3296
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Kiowa Country Gun Show
The Elbert County Fairgrounds
Saturday, March 28th, 9 AM to 5 PM For more information, contact Annette Eller at 303-677-3296
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Gardening Club
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, March 28th, 10 AM
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Saturday Morning Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, March 28th, 10 AM
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Story Time
Elbert Library, Elbert
Saturday, March 28th, 10:30 AM
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Puttin on the Ritz
The Ritz Carlton Hotel, 1881 Curtis St., Denver
Saturday, March 28th, 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Colorado Home Realty and Mortgage is hosting this fundraising event and silent auction for the benefit of the Gabriel Foundation and MaxFund. Tickets are $45. Please contact Meagan Baalaman at meagan@coloradohomerealty.com or call 720.981.4109.
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Kiowa Country Gun Show
The Elbert County Fairgrounds
Sunday, March 29th, 9 AM to 3 PM For more information, contact Annette Eller at 303-677-3296
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Next Week's Events
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Marvelous Mondays
Simla Library, Simla
Monday, March 30th, 1 PM to 3 PM
Movie Matinee A Dr. Seuss movie
Paws to Read with Aaron
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Movie Time
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Monday, March 30th, 4 PM
Lord of the Beans
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Town of Elizabeth Home Rule Workshop
Elizabeth Town Hall, 351 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Monday, March 30th, 7 PM
The town will host an open house or forum to disseminate information about home rule and gather input from the public about whether or not the board should adopt home rule for the Town of Elizabeth.
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Creative Story Time
Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, March 31st, 10:30 AM
Monkey
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Knitting Club
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Tuesday, March 31st, 2 PM
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The Elizabeth School District Community Meeting
Running Creek Elementary School
Tuesday, March 31st, 7 PM
The Elizabeth C1 School District would like to invite the community to attend an informational meeting to discuss a 4-day workweek. Additional dates and times listed below.
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Ground Water Issues
The Exhibit Building, Elbert County Fairgrounds, Kiowa
Thursday, April 2nd, 7 PM
The Elizabeth post of the American Legion is sponsoring a meeting to provide information on ground water issues. The State of Colorado Water Engineers Office will make the presentation.
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Simla Days Planning Meeting
The Simla Municipal Building
Thursday, April 2nd, 7 PM
Simla Days will be held June 20th through the 22nd. Organizers are: Connie Mills and Jim McMaster (719-541-4584) are looking for classic car buffs, animal groups, Shriners, and veterans' groups to participate; Katie Kable (719-541-2133) will coordinate the non-profits who sponsor the community dinners and breakfasts; Roy Rooks (719-541-4582) will be distributing the flyers; Jerry Allen and Heather Light (719-541-2468) are collecting items for a historical Simla display; and John Hillman (719-541-3848) is coordinating the entertainment. If you are interested in participating, or would like to support the event, please contact the organizers, or attend the meeting!
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Preschool Scholarships Benefit Dinner
Frontier High School
Friday, April 3rd, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
The Elizabeth United Methodist Church is hosting a Spaghetti Dinner. All proceeds from the dinner will be donated to the Early Childhood Council to provide Preschool Scholarships for Elizabeth Early Childhood programs. Suggested donation is $7. Call Pastor Teri Todd, 303-204-9204, or email her at teri@parkerumc.org for more information.
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The Gabriel Foundation Work Day
39520 County Rd. 13, Elizabeth, CO
Saturday, April 4th, 9 AM to 3 PM
The foundation will be doing lots of work on the flights – weather permitting. If the weather does not cooperate, there is still plenty for volunteers to do - including some light construction, spring weeding, flight enrichment, cleaning the bird species rooms, etc. Lunch and beverages will be served. Please contact Patti at 303-629-5900, ext. 214. http://www.thegabrielfoundation.org/events.html
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High Altitude Cooking: Bread, Cake, Cookies and Candy
The Carlson Building, 239 S. Main St., Elizabeth
Saturday, April 4th, 10 AM to Noon
From the West Elbert Co. Sun: "Colorado State University Master Food Safety Advisor Pat Allison will demonstrate how to adjust recipes for high altitude and how to make a variety of baked goods. Participants will receive recipes and information to take home." Registration is $5 per person. Please contact the Elbert County Extension Office at 303-621-3162 or 719-541-2361 for registration and information. http://elbert.colostate.edu/
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Coyote Creek Concerts - Southern Exposure
Casey Jones Park Pavilion, 4189 Hwy 86, Elizabeth
Saturday, April 4th, 7:30 PM
With one hand in contemporary bluegrass and the other reeling out some traditional tunes, Southern Exposure draws on the past and brings you to the resent with a wide array of music. Mix in fiddle and banjo tunes, spice with a little western swing and Cajun music, then sprinkle in a good dose of comedy on stage and you will see why Southern Exposure have cut a trail to concert halls and festivals all over the Rocky Mt. Region. Go to our website for more info: www.coyotecreekconcerts.com
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Upcoming Events
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The Elizabeth School District Community Meeting
Frontier High School
Tuesday, April 7th, 7 PM
The Elizabeth C1 School District would like to invite the community to attend an informational meeting to discuss a 4-day workweek. One additional date and time listed below.
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Elbert Relay for Life Team Captain Meetings
Elizabeth Town Hall, 321 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Wednesday, April 8th, 7 PM
Come and see what Relay is all about! www.elbertrelay.org
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Business After Hours
The Carriage Shoppes & The Carriage Shoppes Tea Room, 392 S. Main St., Elizabeth
Thursday, April 9th, 5 PM to 7 PM
Meet other area business people, network, and enjoy some refreshments.
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The Elizabeth School District Community Meeting
Elizabeth High School Cafeteria
Saturday, April 11th, 10 AM
The Elizabeth C1 School District would like to invite the community to attend an informational meeting to discuss a 4-day workweek. This is the last published meeting at this time.
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Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
Los Volcanes Restaurant, 225 W. Kiowa Ave.
Thursday, April 16th, 11:30 AM to 1 PM
The speaker will be Kari Baumann, the Director of the Elbert County Library District. Entrees will be ordered from the restaurant menu. Lunch is $15 payable at the door by cash or check. Please RSVP to Beverly at 303-646-4287 or director@elizabethchamber.org so the chamber can provide a count to the restaurant. http://www.elizabethchamber.org/events/luncheon.htm
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9Health Fair - Elbert County
Elbert County Public Health Facility, 75 Ute. Ave., the building north of the Ag Building
Saturday, April 18th, 7 AM to Noon
Blood screening and other screenings available on this day.
**FOR THOSE HAVING BLOOD DRAWN EITHER DAY**
PLEASE REMEMBER THE FOLLOWING:
- Do not eat 12 hours before having blood drawn
- Diabetics should NOT fast
- Drink plenty of water before having blood drawn
- Continue taking all prescribed medications
- Must be 18 years of age or older to participate
Visit http://www.echealth.org/
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The EC Riders' Cry in Your Beer Tax Ride
Starting place to be decided
Saturday, April 18th
For more information on the EC Riders or this ride, please visit http://www.ecriders.org/events2.html
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A Wine Tasting
D'Vine Wine, 1660 Champa St., Denver
Saturday, April 25th
Dr. Kristen Wells will host this fundraiser for the Gabriel Foundation. The tickets are limited to this fun and tasty event. A variety of wines will be sampled and paired with cheeses and appetizers. There will also be a silent auction. Donations to the auction will be welcomed! Please contact Karen at 303-629-5900 ext. 214. Tickets are $40. http://www.thegabrielfoundation.org/events.html.
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National Weather Service Weather Spotter Classes
Kiowa Library, 215 Comanche, Kiowa
Tuesday, April 28th, 6:30 PM to 9 PM
Hosted by the Elbert County Library District and your local fire protection districts. Please RSVP to either 303-621-2111 or OEM@ElbertCounty-co.gov. Note: a minimum of 12 participants per location must be registered to hold the classes.
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National Weather Service Weather Spotter Classes
Elbert Library, 24489 Main St., Elbert
Thursday, April 30th, 6:30 PM to 9 PM
Hosted by the Elbert County Library District and your local fire protection districts. Please RSVP to either 303-648-3533 or OEM@ElbertCounty-co.gov. Note: a minimum of 12 participants per location must be registered to hold the classes.
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National Weather Service Weather Spotter Classes
Simla Library, 504 Washington, Simla
Wednesday, May 6th, 6:30 PM to 9 PM
Hosted by the Elbert County Library District and your local fire protection districts. Please RSVP to either 719-541-2573 or OEM@ElbertCounty-co.gov. Note: a minimum of 12 participants per location must be registered to hold the classes.
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Mini Beyond Bird Basics
Aviano Coffee, 955 Lincoln Street, Denver
Saturday, May 9, 2009, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
The Gabriel Foundation is presenting a live, mini version of ever their popular class, a prerequisite to adoption. For registration information email: adoptions@thegabrielfoundation.org or call Patti Christie at 303.629.5900 x213. http://www.thegabrielfoundation.org/events.html
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Casey Jones Arena, Elizabeth, CO
Saturday, May 30th and Sunday, May 31st
From the website: "The Community Rodeo is a time for everyone to come out and participate. It’s a time for fun and community. If you are a vendor there are FREE spots available. Please contact us for more information on vendor availability. Food and Drinks will be available for sale by Visitation Counsel 11918 the Knights of Columbus."
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Casey Jones Arena, Elizabeth, CO
Friday, June 5th through Sunday, June 7th
From the website: Headquartered in Colorado, the Professional Bull Riders, Inc. was created in 1992. The combination of raw sport and quality entertainment offers Elizabeth Stampede fans true rodeo entertainment.
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