Tom Vilsack

Hickenlooper Seeks Drought Declaration For 2 Counties

Gov. John Hickenlooper has formally requested federal drought assistance for Elbert and Douglas counties.

2011/08/29

Oil, Gas Groups Comment On Colorado Roadless Proposal

Groups representing oil and gas companies say they’re concerned that Colorado’s proposed rule for managing roadless forests would essentially designate more areas as wilderness.

2011/07/20

Freeze, Drought Declarations Issued In Colorado

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has designated Fremont County in Colorado as a primary natural disaster due to a series of freezes that occurred in April and May, and expanded drought assistance to nine counties.

2011/07/13

Western Colorado Group Backs Original Roadless Rule

A group that lobbies on behalf of western Colorado communities is urging federal officials to approve a plan for roadless forest land as it was originally submitted.

2011/07/12

Decision On Colorado Roadless Rule Expected This Year

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said he expects to make a final decision this year on Colorado’s proposed rule for managing 4.2 million acres of roadless national forest land in the state, capping six years of work.

2011/04/13