May 2023

Wrap-up: Colorado legislature again shuns CORA cost reform in 2023 session but removes some obstacles for records requesters

Despite a looming inflationary increase in fees, state lawmakers in the 2023 legislative session never addressed the often-high cost of obtaining public records in Colorado but did vote to eliminate some nagging obstacles for users of the Colorado Open Records Act. Senate Bill 23-286, which passed on the General Assembly’s final day Monday, prohibits state agencies and local governments from requiring requesters to show identification to get CORA records.

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Study projects 132% increase in county visitations, suggests collaboration among regional partners

Collaboration among various entities in the region could help improve outdoor recreation development in Las Animas County, according to a study analyzing outdoor recreation within the county. The study, which was spearheaded by the county, produced 11 strategies for developing outdoor recreation in the county; it’s now up to regional partners to decide whether or not they will undertake the recommendations.

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Mary Vasquez

Happy Mother’s Day in Heaven Mary Vasquez The golden sun is shining Upon our dear mother’s grave, One we loved so dearly, Tried so hard to save. Her smiling ways and pleas-ant face Are a pleasure to recall, She had a kindly word for each And died beloved by all.

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Dearest Mom,

We lost you 10 years ago, but memories never fade; they grow and you will always remain in our hearts. This year, our family welcomed two more new family additions. Two beautiful baby boys, making it 29 great-grandchildren for you and Dad. We miss you every day, Mom but we know you’re in a beautiful, peaceful place looking over us. Your loving children,

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Weather Watch

Monday: Showers likely, with thunderstorms also possible after noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 64. North wind around 10 mph becoming east southeast in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Night: A 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 45. Southeast wind around 10 mph becoming southwest after midnight.

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