On Friday, I sponsored a memorial in honor of Former Representative Leo Lucero who passed away last September at the age of 91. Leo was a dedicated teacher, administrator, and State Representative who fought for southern Colorado. He will be truly missed. Read more about his life and legacy here.
On Thursday, Rye from Centauri Middle School shadowed me for the day through the annual event hosted by the Colorado Association for Gifted and Talented. I truly enjoyed the opportunity to meet and converse with the next generation of leaders.
Bill Updates
HB20-1030 passed unanimously in the House on Third Reading- Final Passage. It will now go to the Senate.
HB20-1174, HB20-1175, and HB20-1176 all passed on Third Reading- Final Passage as well. They will be sent to the Senate.
Anyone who earned $55,000 or less can receive free in-person help from IRS-certified volunteers at Trinidad State Junior College in Alamosa. The Denver-based Piton Foundation partners with TSJC, and Adams State accounting students, to help hard-working families become more financially secure by providing free tax preparation assistance through the Tax Help Colorado program. Visit GetAheadColorado.orgor call 2-1-1 to find this site’s open dates and times, and for more information about free tax help in Colorado.
Community Events
Winter Farmers Market
Saturday, February 22, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
North River Greenhouse, 1155 7th Street, Alamosa
February Workshop: Tree Care
Saturday, February 22, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
San Luis Valley Water Conservancy District Conference Room
623 4th St., Alamosa
Alamosa Community Blood Drive
Tuesday, February 25, 11:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
LDS Church, 927 Weber Dr., Alamosa
Call 800-365-0006 ext 2, signup online at vitalant.org, Walk-ins welcome.
Annual Fat Tuesday Celebration
Tuesday, February 25, 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Greater Pueblo Chamber of Commerce, 302 N Santa Fe Ave.
CDOT Advisory
Huerfano County Road 103 closed to all through traffic on Monday, February 24th. CDOT and contractor TLM Constructors will begin performing a concrete deck pour for the new northbound bridge at I-25, Exit 59 in Huerfano County on Fri. Feb 21. The closure of Huerfano County 103 will take place from approximately 7 a.m.-5 p.m. on Monday.
Alternate Routes:
-To access westbound CR 103 from northbound I-25, take Exit 60, head south on I-25, and take exit 59.
-To access eastbound CR 103 from southbound I-25, take exit 56, head north on I-25 to exit 59.
Snow Pack Totals Across the State
Thank you to all those who have served and are currently serving in our armed forces. I am grateful for your sacrifice and your dedication to our country.
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