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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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The Elbert County Fair is in full swing. If you have not had the pleasure of checking out the exhibits, the livestock and the competition, I recommend it! The schedule is located at http://www.elbertcountyfair.com/.
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The East Elbert Stockmen and Merchants, started in 2006 by Joe Foster and Jim Fulmer, are seeking donations to purchase 4-H livestock at the Elbert County Fair, process the meat and distribute it to deserving families. In 2006, Mr. Foster and Mr. Fulmer raised $2,000 with which livestock was purchased and distributed through local churches and Big Sandy School. Donations in 2008 made it possible to purchase more livestock and distribute to more families. For more information, or to make a donation, please contact Joe Foster at 719-541-2594 or Kim Casey at 303-648-0086. Checks may be mailed to East Elbert Stockmen and Merchants, 31657 County Rd. 74, Simla, CO 80835.
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Simla Family Thrift Store’s Back to School, End of Summer ½ price sale is on Friday, July 31st and Saturday, August 1st from 8 AM to 8 PM.
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The Southern Colorado Community Sustainability Conference and Expo will be held at the Pueblo Convention Center on Friday, July 31st, and Saturday, August 1st. Topics include: funding opportunities for renewable energy, sustainable business strategies, sustainable smart growth, solid waste management, energy efficiency in the home, sustainable food systems, water conservation, recycling at home and small-town sustainability. Register by July 29th, for $30 or pay $45 at the door. For more information and to register on-line, please visit http://www.southerncoloradosustainability.net/index.html
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Fall Elizabeth Parks & Recs football/soccer registration is now open. See the EPR links: Football: http://www.elizabethpr.com/Programs/Default.aspx?gid=1&sgid=21&scatid=27
Order soccer jerseys before August 21st. Midnight Madness Co-Ed Softball Tournament is August 22nd. Call 303-646-3599 for information.
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Time for Salvation Army Dress A Child! 200 volunteers are needed to rise and shine on Saturday morning August 8th 2009 and come on down to shop with 200 children at two Sears stores in the metro area. You will be shopping with a child for a $110.00 of new school clothes for them. This is a thrilling event for the child and you too! The Salvation Army Women's Auxilary provides you with a gift card to purchase the clothing for each child through funds raised at their Holiday Festival. Each child will have a list of their sizes and clothing needs.
FUN FUN EVENT.
When? Saturday August 8th 2009, 6:30am until 9:00am. They will have coffee on site.
Arrive at 6:30 am. Shopping starts at 7:00 am. You can go home and grab a nap at 9:00am...well deserved! Either email mary.orem@usw.salvationarmy.org or call 303-866-9285 to register to help out on that day.
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Elbert County This Week
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Simla Library, Simla
Monday, July 27th, 1 PM
Celebrate Beatrix Potter's Birthday
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Movie Time
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Monday, July 27th, 4 PM
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Book Club
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Monday, July 27th, 7 PM
Island of Lost Girls by Jennifer McMahon
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Elbert County Master Gardeners Office Hours
Creative Story Time
Kiowa Office, The Ag Building, Elbert County Fairgrounds
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 1 PM to 4:30 PM
April through September. Colorado Master Gardener Volunteers assist CSU Extension staff in delivering knowledge-based information about home gardening to foster successful gardening. You can ask any of your gardening related questions of our Master Gardeners by calling the Kiowa office at 303-621-3162, on Tuesdays or Thursdays, or by e mailing the Master Gardeners any time at elbertmg@ext.colostate.edu. http://elbert.colostate.edu/hor.shtml
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Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, July 28th, 10 AM
Tales of Peter Rabbit
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Knitting Club
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Tuesday, July 28th, 2 PM
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Elizabeth Board of Trustees Meeting
Elizabeth Town Hall, 321 S. Main St., Elizabeth
Tuesday, July 28th, 6:30 PM
Links to the Roadway Design and Pavement Design information are located on the Town of Elizabeth home page: http://www.townofelizabeth.org/
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Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, July 29th, 9:30 AM
Let's Play
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Hunter Education Course
Simla Library, Simla
Wednesday, July 29th, 6 PM to 9 PM
Offered by the Division of Wildlife. Contact the Simla Branch Library (719) 541-2573 to register or for more information. http://wildlife.state.co.us/Education/HunterEducationCourses/
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Elbert County Museum
Computer Tutor Time
515 Comanche St. (Hwy 86), Kiowa
Thursdays, 11 AM to 2 PM
Tour Prehistoric Kiowa http://www.elbertcountymuseum.org
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Simla Library, Simla
Thursday, July 30th, 2 PM to 4 PM
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Kiowa Office, The Ag Building, Elbert County Fairgrounds
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 1 PM to 4:30 PM
April through September. Colorado Master Gardener Volunteers assist CSU Extension staff in delivering knowledge-based information about home gardening to foster successful gardening. You can ask any of your gardening related questions of our Master Gardeners by calling the Kiowa office at 303-621-3162, on Tuesdays or Thursdays, or by e mailing the Master Gardeners any time at elbertmg@ext.colostate.edu. http://elbert.colostate.edu/hor.shtml
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Preparedness and Mitigation Workshops
The New Public Health Building, Elbert County Fairgrounds, 95 Ute St., Kiowa
Thursday, July 30, 11AM to 4:30 PM
First day of a two day Potpourri includes (10 AM to 11:30 AM) an opportunity for citizens to stop by and ask question of emergency responders, volunteer opportunities, and county activities related to the preservation of life and property in Elbert County. Slide show history of Elbert County hazards. From 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM American HEART CPR Class, ages 12 years and up. To register for the CPR class, please call 303-805-6131 or email OEM@elbertcounty-co.gov. http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/event_detail.php?id=269
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Preparedness and Mitigation Workshops
The New Public Health Building, Elbert County Fairgrounds, 95 Ute St., Kiowa
Friday, July 31, 9 AM to 4:30 PM
9 AM to 9:45 AM - CodeRED Reverse Emergency Notification & Weather Warning. Does OEM have the correct contact information for you and your family? Learn more about this free service available to Elbert County Residents.
10AM to 10:45 AM - Wildfire Mitigation Strategies. Get a checklist for your property and learn how to create a defensible space around your home.
11 AM to 11:45 AM - HAM Radio Operators - Come and meet District 24 Amateur Radio Emergency Service Volunteer Group! See how you can help support emergency communication service in Elbert County. http://www.elbertcounty-co.gov/event_detail.php?id=269
12:30 PM to 4:30 PM - Baby Sitting class. Ages 12 years to 15 years. This four-hour class includes basic first aid and CPR for new babysitters. RSVP is required. Please contact 303-805-6131 or email OEM@elbertcount-co.gov.
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The Southern Colorado Community Sustainability Conference and Expo
Pueblo Convention Center
Friday, July 31st, and Saturday, August 1st
Topics include: funding opportunities for renewable energy, sustainable business strategies, sustainable smart growth, solid waste management, energy efficiency in the home, sustainable food systems, water conservation, recycling at home and small-town sustainability. Register by July 29th, for $30 or pay $45 at the door. For more information and to register on-line, please visit http://www.southerncoloradosustainability.net/index.html
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Story Time
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Friday, July 31st, 10:30 AM
Trains
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Hunter Education Course
Simla Library, Simla
Friday, July 31st, 6 PM to 9 PM
Offered by the Division of Wildlife. Contact the Simla Branch Library (719) 541-2573 to register or for more information. http://wildlife.state.co.us/Education/HunterEducationCourses/
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The Elbert County Library's Summer Reading Program ends Friday, July 31st.
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Hunter Education Course
Simla Library, Simla
Saturday, August 1st, 9 AM to 6 PM
Offered by the Division of Wildlife. Contact the Simla Branch Library (719) 541-2573 to register or for more information. http://wildlife.state.co.us/Education/HunterEducationCourses/
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Elbert County Museum
515 Comanche St. (Hwy 86), Kiowa
Saturdays, 12 PM to 4 PM
Tour Prehistoric Kiowa http://www.elbertcountymuseum.org
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Elbert County Museum
515 Comanche St. (Hwy 86), Kiowa
Sundays, 2 PM to 4 PM
Tour Prehistoric Kiowa http://www.elbertcountymuseum.org
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Next Week in Elbert County
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Outback Express
Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs and back
Monday, August 3rd
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Outback Express
Kiowa, Elbert and Elizabeth to Parker and back
Limon, Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs and back
Limon & Agate to Denver and back
Tuesday, August 4th
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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Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Monday, August 3rd, 4 PM
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Simla Library, Simla
Tuesday, August 4th, 10 AM
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Elbert County Master Gardeners Office Hours
Kiowa Office, The Ag Building, Elbert County Fairgrounds
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 1 PM to 4:30 PM
April through September. Colorado Master Gardener Volunteers assist CSU Extension staff in delivering knowledge-based information about home gardening to foster successful gardening. You can ask any of your gardening related questions of our Master Gardeners by calling the Kiowa office at 303-621-3162, on Tuesdays or Thursdays, or by e mailing the Master Gardeners any time at elbertmg@ext.colostate.edu. http://elbert.colostate.edu/hor.shtml
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Knitting Club
Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Tuesday, August 4th, 2 PM
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Elizabeth Planning Commission Town of Elizabeth Sign Code Revision
Story Time
Elizabeth Town Hall, 321 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Tuesday, August 4th, 6:30 PM
Regarding adoption of a complete revision to Article XII – Signs, of the Elizabeth Municipal Code. The Elizabeth Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, August 11th, at 6:30 PM. The revised sign code is available for review at Town Hall (address above) during regular business hours or on the town website: www.townofelizabeth.org. Interested persons are encouraged to attend. For further information please contact Town Hall at 303-646-4166.
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Elizabeth Library, Elizabeth
Wednesday, August 5th, 9:30 AM
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515 Comanche St. (Hwy 86), Kiowa
Thursdays, 11 AM to 2 PM
Tour Prehistoric Kiowa http://www.elbertcountymuseum.org
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Simla Library, Simla
Thursday, August 6th, 2 PM to 4 PM
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Kiowa Office, The Ag Building, Elbert County Fairgrounds
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 1 PM to 4:30 PM
April through September. Colorado Master Gardener Volunteers assist CSU Extension staff in delivering knowledge-based information about home gardening to foster successful gardening. You can ask any of your gardening related questions of our Master Gardeners by calling the Kiowa office at 303-621-3162, on Tuesdays or Thursdays, or by e mailing the Master Gardeners any time at elbertmg@ext.colostate.edu. http://elbert.colostate.edu/hor.shtml
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Kiowa Library, Kiowa
Friday, August 7th, 10:30 AM
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Kiowa Freemasons
Kiowa Masonic Lodge, 304 Pawnee, Kiowa
Friday, August 7th, Dinner at 7, meeting at 7:30 PM
The Kiowa Freemasons have been around since 1902. If you are interested in a bit of local history, or would simply like some accurate information about Freemasonry, please visit the following website: http://kiowa116.coloradofreemasons.org
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Casey Jones Park, Elizabeth
Saturday, August 8th and Sunday, August 9th
This annual fundraiser supports the Court Appointed Special Advocates, or CASA. On Saturday, August 8th, the benefit team roping kicks off at 9 AM, and the barbecue and auction start at 5 PM. At noon on Sunday, August 9th, the Western Family Fun day starts. The day features rough stock rodeo, pony rides, face painting, stick horse races, watermelon crawls, a petting zoo and a chuck wagon lunch. The organizers, Shellie and Simon Moore, are looking for donations to support the event and CASA, and volunteers. Please contact 303-517-2473 for information.
Coyote Creek Concerts - Amy Speace
Casey Jones Park Pavilion, 4189 Hwy 86, Elizabeth
Saturday, August 8th, 7:30 PM
To hear a sampling of Ms. Speace's music, please go to www.amyspeace.com.
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Elbert County Museum
515 Comanche St. (Hwy 86), Kiowa
Saturdays, 12 PM to 4 PM
Tour Prehistoric Kiowa http://www.elbertcountymuseum.org
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Elbert County Museum
515 Comanche St. (Hwy 86), Kiowa
Sundays, 2 PM to 4 PM
Tour Prehistoric Kiowa http://www.elbertcountymuseum.org
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Upcoming Events
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Sports Physicals
Elizabeth Middle School, Elizabeth
Monday, August 10th, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
It’s that time of year again. Elbert County Health and Environment is working with several of the area schools to do Sport Physicals. If you want to attend a session at a school, which you are not a student, please call us and we will check on availability. Call the Elbert County Health and Environment Office at 303-621-3144 to schedule appointments. http://echealth.org/Events.php
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Outback Express
Elizabeth to Parker or Colorado Springs and back
Limon, Matheson & Simla to Denver and back
Limon & Agate to Colorado Springs and back
Tuesday, August 11th
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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Elizabeth Board of Trustees Sign Code Revision
Elizabeth Town Hall, 321 S. Banner St., Elizabeth
Tuesday, August 11th, 6:30 PM
Regarding adoption of a complete revision to Article XII – Signs, of the Elizabeth Municipal Code. The revised sign code is available for review at Town Hall (address above) during regular business hours or on the town website: www.townofelizabeth.org. Interested persons are encouraged to attend. For further information please contact Town Hall at 303-646-4166.
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Town of Kiowa Board of Trustees Meeting
Kiowa Town Hall, 404 Comanche St. (Hwy. 86), Kiowa
Tuesday, August 11th, 7 PM
The Agenda is not yet posted at http://www.townofkiowa.com/
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Magic Dog & Landelley’s Meats, 796 Kiowa Ave., Elizabeth
Thursday, August 13th, 5 PM to 7 PM
Enjoy refreshments, network with others in you area, and learn about what these two businesses can offer you!
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Spring Valley Golf Club
Saturday, August 15, 2009 8:00am
Shotgun Start Scramble Format $90.00 / person or $340.00 / Foursome Includes: Greens Fees, Cart, Range Balls, and Food Hole Sponsors: $500: Includes sponsor sign at hole, golf for foursome, cart, range balls, and food $250: Includes sponsor sign at hole and food Prizes: Men's and Women's Longest Drive Men's and Women's Closest to the pin 1st and 2nd Place foursome Highest score and miscellaneous prize drawings Food: Burger and brat buffet Registration Deadline is August 1, 2009. http://www.rattlesnakefirerescue.com/index.php?s=11
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AF Nordman Town Park, Kiowa
Saturday, August 15th, 9 AM to 2 PM
There will be games, baked goods, food, the fire department smoke house, children's finger printing, sale vendors, informational booths and much more. Free booth rental through August 3rd. For information, please contact Michelle at 303-621-2366 or moeser@townofkiowa.com.
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Outback Express
Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs and back
Tuesday, August 17th
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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Outback Express
Kiowa, Elbert and Elizabeth to Parker and back
Tuesday, August 18th
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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Outback Express
Limon & Agate to Denver and back
Tuesday, August 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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Outback Express
Limon, Matheson & Simla to Colorado Springs and back
Wednesday, August 26th
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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Planning Commission Meeting
2nd Floor Meeting Room, 215 Comanche St. (Hwy. 86), Kiowa
Thursday, August 27th, 7 PM
Public Hearings will be regarding the application to revise the Housing Section of the Elbert County Master plan together with other Zoning Regulation and Subdivision Regulation changes. The application is on file with the Elbert county Planning Department (address listed above.).
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Big Sandy Fire Protection District Annual Labor Day Bar-b-Que
Simla Municipal Park
Monday, September 7th,
The Big Sandy FPD web page reads: "Held at the Simla Municipal Park, this event is our main yearly fundraiser and has developed into more than just an event to show support for the fire department! All donations from this event go directly to supporting the fire department. The department appreciates the ongoing support: We could not do it without you!
There is the Senior Auction with proceeds going toward the Senior Class trip, the Boy Scout's Soap Box Derby, and many other activities each year." http://www.simlafire.org/LaborDay.htm
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Household Hazardous Waste Roundup
The Elbert County Compactor, 5251 CR 124, Elizabeth
Saturday, September 19th, 8 AM to 1 PM
The Household Hazardous Waste Roundup will be held on Saturday, May 30th, 2009, from 8 AM to 1 PM, at the Elbert County Compactor, 5251 CR 124, south of Elizabeth. The cost will be $20/vehicle. This event is open to Elbert County citizens only. Please bring a current driver's license or Elbert County vehicle registration to participate. Elbert County residents will be allowed to dispose of a maximum of 20 gallons of waste per household. Acceptable items will include: paint, automotive fluids, house and garden chemicals, batteries, propane tanks, mercury, fireworks, ammunition, newspaper, aluminum, metal and glass bottles. Each household may also bring one computer or box of electronic items for recycling. For an additional charge, tires and appliances and household trash may also be disposed of.
Commercial business waste, medical waste, explosives, compressed gases, asbestos and smoke detectors will not be accepted. For more information, please contact 303-621-3145 or -3144.
