Congressman
Jared Polis
2nd District, Colorado | 501 Cannon HOB, Washington, D.C. 20515 | (202) 225-2161
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 21, 2010
Contact: Lara Cottingham
(202) 503-6067 or Lara.Cottingham@mail.house.gov
Polis Releases Public Review Schedule for Hidden Gems Wilderness Proposal
WASHINGTON—Congressman Jared Polis (D-CO) released today an initial schedule of events for public review of the Hidden Gems Wilderness Proposal. The “Hidden Gems Coalition” recently submitted to the Congressman a formal proposal for new designated wilderness areas in the White River National Forest within Summit and Eagle Counties. Polis is asking all stakeholders for their input and full participation in an extensive public review process.
“After receiving the coalition’s proposal, we now need the help of every possible stakeholder to put it under the microscope and make sure it checks out, before my office decides if or how we go forward,” Polis said. “Our goal is to examine this proposal area by area, trail by trail, and gather as much public input as possible. At the end of the day, if there are areas that are appropriate for wilderness designation, we will seriously consider thoughtful legislation for those specific areas, but areas that aren’t right for wilderness or our local communities will not be included.”
Beginning April 22 through May 25, Congressman Polis’ Frisco office will hold open office hours (see schedule below) to allow area residents and affected stakeholders to share their input, dissect proposal maps, and address questions regarding the Hidden Gems Wilderness proposal with Congressman Polis district representative for the area, Nissa Erickson.
Information on additional Hidden Gems meetings and community forums to be held when Polis is back in Colorado for Congress’ Memorial Day recess (May 31 – June 4) will be released soon.
Residents are also urged to email any detailed comments or known use conflicts on the Hidden Gems proposal to feedback.polis@mail.house.gov. Interested individuals can also contact Nissa Erickson at 970.668.3240 to schedule a separate meeting.
What: Office Hours for Public Review of Hidden Gems Wilderness Proposal with Congressional Staff
Where: Congressman Polis’ Frisco office - in the main foyer of the building
101 W. Main Street
Frisco, CO 80443
970.668.3240
When:
Thursday, April 22: 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Thursday, April 29: 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Wednesday, May 5: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Wednesday, May 12: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Tuesday, May 18: 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Tuesday, May 25: 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Information on Polis’ upcoming events is posted on his Congressional website at www.polis.house.gov/calendar.
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Jared Polis
2nd District, Colorado | 501 Cannon HOB, Washington, D.C. 20515 | (202) 225-2161
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 21, 2010
Contact: Lara Cottingham
(202) 503-6067 or Lara.Cottingham@mail.house.gov
Polis Releases Public Review Schedule for Hidden Gems Wilderness Proposal
WASHINGTON—Congressman Jared Polis (D-CO) released today an initial schedule of events for public review of the Hidden Gems Wilderness Proposal. The “Hidden Gems Coalition” recently submitted to the Congressman a formal proposal for new designated wilderness areas in the White River National Forest within Summit and Eagle Counties. Polis is asking all stakeholders for their input and full participation in an extensive public review process.
“After receiving the coalition’s proposal, we now need the help of every possible stakeholder to put it under the microscope and make sure it checks out, before my office decides if or how we go forward,” Polis said. “Our goal is to examine this proposal area by area, trail by trail, and gather as much public input as possible. At the end of the day, if there are areas that are appropriate for wilderness designation, we will seriously consider thoughtful legislation for those specific areas, but areas that aren’t right for wilderness or our local communities will not be included.”
Beginning April 22 through May 25, Congressman Polis’ Frisco office will hold open office hours (see schedule below) to allow area residents and affected stakeholders to share their input, dissect proposal maps, and address questions regarding the Hidden Gems Wilderness proposal with Congressman Polis district representative for the area, Nissa Erickson.
Information on additional Hidden Gems meetings and community forums to be held when Polis is back in Colorado for Congress’ Memorial Day recess (May 31 – June 4) will be released soon.
Residents are also urged to email any detailed comments or known use conflicts on the Hidden Gems proposal to feedback.polis@mail.house.gov. Interested individuals can also contact Nissa Erickson at 970.668.3240 to schedule a separate meeting.
What: Office Hours for Public Review of Hidden Gems Wilderness Proposal with Congressional Staff
Where: Congressman Polis’ Frisco office - in the main foyer of the building
101 W. Main Street
Frisco, CO 80443
970.668.3240
When:
Thursday, April 22: 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Thursday, April 29: 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Wednesday, May 5: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Wednesday, May 12: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Tuesday, May 18: 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Tuesday, May 25: 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Information on Polis’ upcoming events is posted on his Congressional website at www.polis.house.gov/calendar.
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