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BLM’s decision for Roan Plateau set aside by US District Judge

On June 22, 2012, US District Judge Marcia Krieger set aside the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) decision in its Resource Management Plan/Environmental Impact Statement (RMP/EIS) for the Roan Plateau. She found the BLM’s decision violated the Administrative Procedures Act because it did not sufficiently address the community alternative, cumulative air quality impacts and potential …

BLM’s decision for Roan Plateau set aside by US District Judge

On June 22, 2012, US District Judge Marcia Krieger set aside the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) decision in its Resource Management Plan/Environmental Impact Statement (RMP/EIS) for the Roan Plateau. She found the BLM’s decision violated the Administrative Procedures Act because it did not sufficiently address the community alternative, cumulative air quality impacts and potential …

Study: CO’s federal public lands drive economic growth

Headwaters Economics, an independent research group, released a new study showing that Colorado’s federal public lands drive economic growth.  See Denver Post article by Jason Blevins below: By Jason Blevins The Denver Post 05/30/2012 – 9:41 PM EDT <pre>Protected federal lands are fueling Colorado’s economic vitality by luring both employers and employees eager to pursue …

Study: CO’s federal public lands drive economic growth

Headwaters Economics, an independent research group, released a new study showing that Colorado’s federal public lands drive economic growth.  See Denver Post article by Jason Blevins below: By Jason Blevins The Denver Post 05/30/2012 – 9:41 PM EDT <pre>Protected federal lands are fueling Colorado’s economic vitality by luring both employers and employees eager to pursue …

Need for Riparian Setbacks Highlighted

CWF, in conjunction with NWF, TU, TRCP and Barbara Vasquez have worked hard and effectively to shine light on the need for riparian setbacks for oil and gas operations to prevent the types of problems that have occurred in North Park. North Park is a highly valued destination for fishing, wildlife viewing, and other outdoor …

Need for Riparian Setbacks Highlighted

CWF, in conjunction with NWF, TU, TRCP and Barbara Vasquez have worked hard and effectively to shine light on the need for riparian setbacks for oil and gas operations to prevent the types of problems that have occurred in North Park. North Park is a highly valued destination for fishing, wildlife viewing, and other outdoor …

CO Roadless Rule Final EIS Released

On May 2, 2012, 7 years after the process began, the Final Environmental Impact Statement for the Colorado Roadless Rule was released and announced by USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack and Governor John Hickenlooper. “It provides conservation for 4.2 million acres in Colorado’s national forests.” Of that acreage, 1.2 million will have greater protection. CWF supports …

CO Roadless Rule Final EIS Released

On May 2, 2012, 7 years after the process began, the Final Environmental Impact Statement for the Colorado Roadless Rule was released and announced by USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack and Governor John Hickenlooper. “It provides conservation for 4.2 million acres in Colorado’s national forests.” Of that acreage, 1.2 million will have greater protection. CWF supports …

Sen. Ag Committee Passes 2012 Farm Bill, with Key Bennet Amendments

On April 26, the Senate Agricultural Committee passed the 2012 Farm Bill, including key amendments backed by Colorado’s Senator Michael Bennet. CWF applauds Senator Bennet and these measures to help farmers, ranchers, sportsmen and other conservationists. Here is the press release issued by Senator Bennet:   Bennet-Backed Measures Including Improved Conservation Programs, Crop Insurance, Focus …

Sen. Ag Committee Passes 2012 Farm Bill, with Key Bennet Amendments

On April 26, the Senate Agricultural Committee passed the 2012 Farm Bill, including key amendments backed by Colorado’s Senator Michael Bennet. CWF applauds Senator Bennet and these measures to help farmers, ranchers, sportsmen and other conservationists. Here is the press release issued by Senator Bennet:   Bennet-Backed Measures Including Improved Conservation Programs, Crop Insurance, Focus …