Posts Tagged ‘Plan’

Liquified natural gas trucks bring savings to Weld county

WELD COUNTY, CO – As part of its Smart Energy Plan, Weld County is in the process of converting its government fleet vehicles to natural gas vehicles – both Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). On Wednesday, three of the county’s four LNG trucks were on hand at the County Administration Building. [...]

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County looking for suggestions to rename CR 49

WELD COUNTY, CO –  With big plans ahead for CR 49, also known by locals as the Keenesburg cut-off, county officials are asking residents for help in coming up with an official name for the road.   It is a road known by several names among those who drive it – the Keenesburg cut-off, Kersey [...]

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School rejected faith-based student’s community service

Said only secular service allowed by Peter Grady – The Alliance Defense Fund is helping an honor student in Alexandria, Virginia after she was denied community service credit because her volunteering was faith-based rather than secular in nature. Matt Sharp, litigation counsel with the ADF, says his client, 17-year-old Sarah Stites, is claiming discrimination because [...]

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New pro-abortion cry, “Pregnancy is a disease”

by Matt Lacy – A Democratic Congresswoman has revealed the difference in philosophies between pro-life and pro-abortion groups by suggesting that pregnancy is a disease. Rep. Gwendolynne Moore (D-WI) was speaking on Capitol Hill about the protests by religious groups against the contraceptive requirement. Moore said, “The National Institute of Health has said that it [...]

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Public input sought for access control plan along US 34 business route

Staff Reports– Fort Collins, Colorado—The North Front Range Metropolitan Planning Organization (NFRMPO) is pleased to announce the second open house to discuss preliminary design concepts for the 34 Business RouteAccess Control Plan (ACP). The plan will cover the stretch of US 34 Business (10th Street) between State Highway 257 and 35th Avenue inGreeley.  The NFRMPO [...]

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District 6 looking for local businesses for job shadowing and internship opportunities

Staff Reports – School District 6 is seeking local businesses that can offer job shadowing and internship opportunities for high school juniors and seniors in 2012.   Interested businesses are invited to send representatives to a breakfast meeting from 8—9 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 13, at the District 6 Administration Building to learn more about [...]

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A Strong Central Government Insures Equality, Prosperity for All

The Obama Plan –  by Craig Masters  – Only a larger, stronger federal government can save the American Dream. This was the message that supporters of the Democratic Party budget plan brought to U.S. House and Senate members’ offices across the country Tuesday, July 26. With only about a week remaining before the advertised default [...]

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Taste of Weld County to benefit C.A.R.E

Child Advocacy Resource and Education Inc (c.a.r.e.) is celebrating Child Abuse prevention month in April with our 23rd Annual First National Bank Taste Of Weld County.  Join us and over 25 of Weld County’s finest restaurants for a night of family fun!  c.a.r.e. is a non-profit in Weld County dedicated to our mission of “Strengthening [...]

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President Obama, here’s how to fix the economy!!

Dear Mr. President,     Please find below my suggestion for fixing America ‘s economy.   Instead of giving billions of dollars to companies that will squander the money on lavish parties and unearned bonuses, use the following plan.  You can call it the “Patriotic Retirement Plan”:     There are about 40 million people over 50 in [...]

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Driving for Dinner

By: Mike Bauman This week’s date involves getting several couples to cooperate for a progressive dinner.  You will need to cooperate with at least two other couples.  These can be people from church, work, your kid’s school, or other acquaintances. Before the Date: Get all couples together for a game or movie night (another date [...]

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Greeley’s Transportation Plan Ready for Your Review – Open House July 12th

Greeley’s Draft Transportation Plan hits the streets this week.  Check out the plan on the city’s website, www.greeleygov.com, to learn how the plan will affect you.  Find out if the plan includes improvements to your route to work or school and what proposed transportation improvements might cost you. Learn more and share your comments at [...]

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Recall of Councilor Poppaw Based on Violations of Oath of Office

By Stacy Lynne Councilor Lisa Poppaw violated her sworn oath of office.  She violated her oath by voting for the policies and goals of foreign organizations which are in direct opposition to the United States Constitution. The Climate Action Plan is a document developed through the International Council on Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI).  ICLEI is [...]

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It’s Okay to Take a Break…Without Feeling Guilty

By Vanessa Dominguez Every moment with your little one seems like a little slice of heaven. However, you will need a break at times, and that’s okay. There are ways to take guilt-free time away from your little one. Most mommies go by the mantra stating that their baby is the most important one and [...]

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Build Your Own Date Checklist

By Mike Bauman For some months now, the Dates on a Dime column has been working to provide ideas for the romantically challenged.  This week we will be discussing the elements necessary for a successful date. Gentlemen, please note what is NOT on the list.  Ladies, please remember what he wishes was on the list. [...]

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Board retreat agenda for Monday, June 7

The Board of Education will meet Monday, June 7, at the District 6 Administration Building, 1025 Ninth Ave., for a daylong retreat to study and discuss a variety of issues. Agenda highlights include: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Conference Room A) Board Issues Board of Education Items for Discussion Review of 2010-11 – Celebrations Review [...]

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Superhighway from Mexico to Canada underway

By Jim Frazier, For the Greeley Gazette A superhighway connecting Mexico to Canada is underway. Land rights are being acquired and engineering plans developed for a 10 lane highway in a 1200 foot-wide corridor that includes segments of Interstate 35. The first ‘customs stop’ is not at the border, but in Kansas City at a [...]

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Planning Commission to hold hearing on Rail Corridor

The Weld County Planning Commission and the City of Greeley Planning Commission will hear a request on Tuesday, May 18th to adopt the North Greeley Rail Corridor Subarea Plan for Greeley & Weld County. The North Greeley Rail Corridor Subarea Plan for Greeley & Weld County is designed to create opportunities for landowners in the [...]

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