Articles of Interest
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Vesicular Stomatitis (VS) – Positive Diagnosis in Horses in Weld County
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 18, 2014
Media Contact: Christi Lightcap, (303) 869-9005,
Christi.Lightcap@state.co.us
Veterinarian & Livestock Owner Contact: State Veterinarian’s Office, (303) 869-9130
Vesicular Stomatitis (VS) – Positive Diagnosis in Horses in Weld County
Guidelines for Livestock Shows, Fairs, Exhibitions, and Events
LAKEWOOD,
Colo. –Colorado has become the second state in the country to have a
confirmed case of vesicular stomatitis (VS). Four horses
on two Weld County premises tested positive for the disease and have
been placed under quarantine. The horses involved in these index cases
have no history of travel.
On July 17th,
the National Veterinary Services Laboratory reported a positive test on
samples submitted from four horses in Weld County. The ...
Posted Jul 22, 2014, 7:52 AM by David Thorne
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Friends of the Black Forest Preservation Plan Inc. - Public Meeting
Friends
of the Black Forest Preservation Plan Inc. public meeting ,
Thursday, July 17, 2014, 6pm, at the Black Forest Community
Center
The meeting is to
discuss
the Minibelly greenhouse zoning variance that was approved by
the
EPCC in March of this year allowing a 60,000 sq. ft. commercial
greenhouse (they will be selling produce to Whole Foods) to be
built
in a pristine rural residential area (zoned RR5) in the Black
Forest.
The zoning variance was denied at the first EPCC meeting because
it
is against the guidelines of the Black Forest Preservation Plan.
The
Plan does not allow any commercial businesses outside the
designated
commercial corridor in the Forest. The BFPP was disregarded at
the
second hearing for ...
Posted Jul 16, 2014, 1:15 PM by David Thorne
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Friends of the Black Forest Preservation Plan
An informational meeting will be held at the BF Community Center on July 17, 2014 @ 6:00 p.m.
for supportive, concerned residents to explain how this non-profit is
going to defend the Black Forest Preservation Plan and help guide future
land use decisions in the Black Forest.In the aftermath of the devastating Black Forest fire, residents of
the Black Forest have concerns about how the forest will be rebuilt and
how its unique environment will be preserved. A ruling for a special
use commercial greenhouse 60,000 square feet was approved in April by
the El Paso County Commissioners. (3-2)The Black Forest Preservation
Plan, developed in 1987, was disregarded during this land use decision.
The ...
Posted Jul 14, 2014, 8:35 AM by David Thorne
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NEW WEBSITE ADMINISTRATOR
Much thanks from yours truly, and the BOD, to Dave Thorne for stepping up to take over the WWV Website administration. Most folks do not realize the time and effort involved in maintaining a website, to keep all posts and information current and accurate. Dave has experience with computers and is a perfect candidate for me to transition the site administration to. If you know or meet Dave, please thank him for volunteering to take this on so we can continue the website.
Posted May 16, 2014, 11:13 PM by Sharon Younie
MEETING DATES
BOD and General Meeting dates for the next 2 years will be posted to the website calendar and listed below. Dates are subject to change so always check the website for the most current schedule. All BOD meetings are open to WWV owners and will be held at the Black Forest Fire Station #1 on Teachout Road off Burgess Road, unless otherwise indicated.
BOD Meetings: TBD
General Membership Meetings: TBD
Picnic: TBD |
NEWS, NEWS, NEWSNEW BOARD OF DIRECTORS and WEBSITE ADMINISTRATOR ELECTED...see Articles of Interest (FLYER)
BF Slash/Mulch center opened Saturday May 3, 2014. This year there will be a charge of $2 per load for slash to subsidize the cost of the mulching equipment, or a discount ticket can be purchased.
Black Forest FIRE InformationEl Paso County Public Services contractors began removing FEMA-funded Hazard Trees in Black Forest o/a Feb 28, 2014. As of this date there have been issues with abuses of the standards the contractors are using to identify and remove trees. Landowners who have property along county roads with burned (blackened or scorched) trees are advised to monitor which trees are being marked with red dots for cutting...read more.
WWV Firewise Community Committee (FCC) - The FCC will coordinate fire mitigation efforts, apply for grant money for mitigation costs reimbursement, share lessons learned, develop emergency plans, and much more to enhance the safety of our community. Contact committee Chair, Jim Painter at j.s.painter@centurylink.net to volunteer. AROUND THE VILLAGEWILD THINGS ! It is not uncommon for mountain lions, bears, fox and other wild animals to move through our community. Consider
keeping pets and small animals indoors at night and be vigilant while out
walking, especially in the dark. MULTIPLE BEAR SIGHTINGS! There is a definite increase of bears in WWV, particularly the treed northeast area. Take precautions. Get tips here.
CRIME
CONTROL: Residents are cautioned to remain vigilant in
securing your property, and to report any suspicious activity or vehicles
to EPC Sheriff'sOffice at 719-390-5555.
NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH PROGRAM - See NWP Webpage for valuable info on safeguarding and securing your property and our community. VOLUNTEER as WWV NWP coordinator or committee member; contact a BOD member today!
MISTLETOE MANAGEMENT- Several lots in WWV have been identified with mistletoe parasitic infection, which spreads and ultimately destroys infected trees. Spring is a great time to inspect trees. Pruning or removing infected trees is the best management measure. Read article on Mistletoe Management and take action to protect yours and your neighbors' properties. |
