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  • Marijuana Annual Data Report for 2017 Released

    Marijuana Annual Data Report for 2017 Released

    DENVER, CO — The Colorado Department of Revenue’s Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) released its 2017 annual update, which includes several new sets of data, specifically the pounds and units of concentrates sold monthly, the average life cycle of a plant, and pounds of harvested marijuana cultivated throughout 2017. The data analysis showed that adult use (formerly referred to as retail) edible sales increased 29 percent from 2016, while medical edible sales dropped 14 percent during the same time period. Additionally, the adult use market saw significantly more concentrates sold than the medical market in 2017.

    Colorado’s Marijuana Plant Cultivation Report 2017

    A total of 11,400,752 plants were harvested in 2017, averaging 950,063 per month. This adds up to an additional 121,197 plants cultivated on average per month in 2017 compared to 2016, producing a 14.6% annual growth rate in the number of plants being cultivated. The total amount of usable marijuana reports to be 999,022 pounds (including flower, shake/trim, and whole plant).

    In an effort to track data year-over-year, 2017 information specific to licensing data, number of cultivated plants, volume sold to customers, testing data and investigation information were once again tracked and summarized.

    The Department of Revenue always strives for transparency. This annual update is the culmination of our team’s ongoing data collection and analysis in an effort to provide the public with accurate information about Colorado’s marijuana industry. — Mike Hartman, Executive Director of the Department of Revenue

    In this year’s update, MED also reported that the majority of new licenses were issued in the adult-use marijuana industry, which accounted for 77 percent of all new business licenses in 2017. While MED saw a 20 percent net increase in active occupational licenses, only 32 percent of all occupational licenses were renewed. MED also found that the percentage of licensees passing underage sales checks rose to 95.1 percent in 2017 as compared to 94 percent in 2016.

    While we’re pleased that the percentage of licensees passing underage compliance checks increased from 2016, that number still isn’t good enough. We’ll continue to increase the frequency of our enforcement efforts and further educate marijuana licensees on their operational requirements vital to protecting public health and safety. Importantly, business licenses are subject to discipline, including revocation, if management is not diligent about underage enforcement and associated employee training. — Jim Burack, MED Director

    Volume Sold to Consumers Report for 2017

    Pounds of flower Sold: 411,143

    Edible Units Sold: 11,146,427

    Flower Sales
    The margin of Adult Use flower sales and Medical flower sales has increased from 24% in January to 44% in December, 2017.

    Edible and Concentrates
    477% more concentrate units were sold in the Adult Use market compared to Medical in 2017.

     

    MED uses data included in this summary to inform its regulatory and enforcement efforts. The update helps to drive discussions during the annual rulemaking process and is one tool that helps inform topics for MED compliance tips and industry bulletins issued throughout the year. To view MED’s 2017 annual report and all previous mid-year and annual reports.

    For additional information on this detailed report please click here.

    Colorado Department of Revenue ·1375 Sherman Street · Denver, CO 80203· www.Colorado.gov/revenue

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  • A message from our President, and more, while we remember our veterans this Memorial Day weekend…

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    …along the I-70 Corridor

    Saturday, May 26th

    • Tri-Valley VFW and Jess-Yaich American Legion Memorial Day Services. 10 a.m., Corridor of Honor Military Memorial, Bennett Civic Center Park.

    Monday, May 28th (Memorial Day)

    • Bennett Memorial Day services. 10 a.m., Mountainview Cemetery.
    • Deer Trail services. 11 a.m., Evergreen Cemetery.
    • Byers services. 12 p.m., Byers Cemetery.

    The Weekend with Colorado Parks and Wildlife

    Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds outdoor enthusiasts that our wealth of outdoor activities also come with responsibilities.

    Our staff takes pride in seeing so many people getting outdoors and enjoying the many kinds of summer recreation in the state. We ask that people who are getting outside this holiday weekend and over the course of the summer remember that a bit of preparation goes a long way. Knowing the rules and maintaining proper equipment is a big part of a having safe and fun summer. — Dan Prenzlow, Southeast Regional Manager for CPW

    Boating Requirements and Safety:

    • In Colorado, anyone operating a motorboat, including a personal watercraft or sailboat, must be at least 16 years old. However, youths 14 and 15 years of age can operate a motorboat, jet ski or sailboat if they successfully complete the state’s Boating Safety Course. The course is offered throughout the state and is open to adults as well as teens; though adults are not required to take the course, doing so may qualify owners for a discount on boat insurance.
    • US Coast Guard-approved safety equipment is required on all boats. Though some activities such as water skiing require additional equipment, every boat must minimally have a personal flotation device for every person on board. Our Boating Regulations brochure details the specific requirements for all boating and PWC activities in Colorado.
    • Never operate any watercraft while under the influence. Drinking and boating can be just as dangerous, if not more so, than drinking and driving. Not only will operators experience the negative effects on judgment, vision, balance, coordination and reaction times associated with alcohol consumption, but they may also be affected by “Boater’s Hypnosis.” Boater’s hypnosis, or boater’s fatigue, is caused by exposure to noise, vibration, sun, glare, wind and motion experienced on the water. In Colorado, a BUI can be punishable by a year in jail, a loss of boating privileges for 3 months, fines up to $1000 and 96 hours of community service.
    • Boat owners must participate in mandatory state-certified boat inspections to help prevent the spread of zebra and quagga mussels and other aquatic nuisance species (ANS) in Colorado lakes and reservoirs. These invasive species are a serious threat to Colorado waters, negatively affecting the food chain and endangering key infrastructures. To help prevent the spread of zebra and quagga mussels, boaters should remember to follow these steps: Clean, Drain, Dry.

    Living with Wildlife:

    This young sheep has not been abandoned; young wildlife rarely need human intervention.
    • Colorado is fortunate to count over 900 species of wildlife among our residents. Respecting wildlife while enjoying our state’s natural treasures is all of our responsibility! Most dangerous encounters occur because people fail to leave wild animals alone. Wildlife should not be harassed, captured, domesticated or fed. Intentional or inadvertent feeding is the major cause of most wildlife problems, not to mention it is illegal to feed deer, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, pronghorn, bears and elk in Colorado.
    • Spring and early summer is the season for young wildlife and it’s important to remember that wildlife does not operate the same way domesticated animals do. They frequently leave their young to find food sources or even distract predators. If you see a young animal alone, never try to take matters into your own hands – it is best to let nature take its course without human intervention. If an animal is clearly injured or remains alone for more than 24 hours, then call your nearest CPW office.
    • Remember when planning hiking and camping trips that much of the state is also bear country. Before heading out for your adventures, brush up on how to enjoy the outdoors in bear countrywithout unintentionally creating problems or potential conflicts with these amazing animals. Black bears are not naturally aggressive with humans, but they are strongly motivated by food, garbage and anything else that smells like a meal. Once they learn to find an easy meal at a campsite or in a car, they can damage property or even injure humans when returning to find additional food.

    Trails for All:

    • Review and respect trail signage. Many multi-use trails have right-of-way indicators, as well as displaying alternating days or directions for different types of traffic; obeying the signs and rules make the trails safer for everyone. Additionally, wildlife warnings may be posted at trailheads or online, so ensure you are prepared with the right clothing and equipment and learn about closures before you go.
    • Follow the rules and the law by keeping your dogs safe and secure. Dogs should be kept on a 6’ or shorter leash unless in a specified off-leash area. This keeps the dog on the trail, close to its owner and away from inadvertent wildlife encounters. If you bring your dog camping or hiking, follow posted signs about where they are – and are not – allowed to walk and swim. Always bring appropriate waste bags to pick up dog waste and carry it out with you in case a trash can is not located nearby.
    • If using motorized vehicles on our state’s trails, remember that off-highway vehicles must be registered and/or permitted with Colorado Parks and Wildlife . Off-highway vehicles (OHVs) include motorcycles, dirt bikes, three-wheelers, ATVs, and dune buggies that are operated on public land or trails in Colorado. As with all motorized vehicles, do not operate under the influence!

    We expect a busy summer at all of our parks, and on water and trails across the state. Before packing for your trips, check in on local water conditions, fire bans or other issues that might affect your plans. Know before you go and enjoy your summer. — Prenzlow

    TIP OF THE WEEK from Adams County Fire Rescue

     Grill Safely during Memorial Day gatherings 

    As thousands of people prepare for Memorial Day weekend celebrations, Adams County Fire Rescue would like to remind the public to practice these safety recommendations when planning outdoor grilling activities.

    • Use caution when cooking on outdoor grills to prevent painful burn injuries and inhalation of smoke and gases.
    • Never use gasoline in place of charcoal lighter fluid.
    • Never reapply charcoal lighter fluid after the fire has started; the flames can ignite the vapors and travel up to the container causing an explosion.
    • Outdoor grills should never be used in confined spaces, such as inside homes, campers or tents, or any other area that is not properly ventilated.
    • Residents living in apartment complexes have regulating laws on the usage of outdoor grills, whether charcoal or gas, under a covered combustible walkway, combustible decks or covered combustible balconies. Charcoal burners and other open- flame cooking devices may not be operated on combustible balconies or within 10 feet of combustible construction. Exceptions are if the building, balcony and/or deck are protected by an automatic sprinkler system. Another exception is LP-gas cooking devices having an LP-gas container with a water capacity not greater than 2.5 pounds. A citation can be issued to the person, owning or operating the grill being used at the time within the prohibited area. ACFR allows the storage of outdoor grills on balconies, decks or walkways only if they do not have an attached propane tank.

     

    …A Message From the President

    Gov. Hickenlooper orders flags lowered to honor Memorial Day 2018

    DENVER — Gov. John Hickenlooper today ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff on all public buildings statewide on Monday, May 28, in recognition of Memorial Day, and as proclaimed by President Donald J. Trump. Flags should be lowered from sunrise to noon.

    A PROCLAMATION HONORING MEMORIAL DAY 2018
    BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 

    On Memorial Day, we pause in solemn gratitude to pay tribute to the brave patriots who laid down their lives defending peace and freedom while in military service to our great Nation.  We set aside this day to honor their sacrifice and to remind all Americans of the tremendous price of our precious liberty.
     
    Throughout the history of our Republic, courageous Americans have purchased our cherished freedom with their lives.  Our 151 national cemeteries serve as the final resting place for millions of people, including veterans from every war and conflict, many of whom died while serving our country.  We remain duty bound to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice on our behalf and to remember them with thankfulness and unwavering pride. The fallen — our treasured loved ones, friends, neighbors, and fellow citizens — deserve nothing less from a grateful Nation.
     
    We must safeguard the legacies of our service members so that our children and our grandchildren will understand the sacrifices of our Armed Forces.  As a part of this effort, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is working to keep the memories of our fallen heroes from ever fading away. The National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program challenges our youth, from elementary school through college, to research and share the stories and sacrifice of their hometown veterans, who are forever honored at VA National, State, and tribal veterans cemeteries.  To further ensure that our veterans’ legacies are remembered and celebrated, this program is developing an online memorialization platform that will amplify the voices of families, survivors, and Gold Star parents and spouses as they honor our beloved veterans and fallen service members.
     
    Today, and every day, we revere those who have died in noble service to our country.  I call upon all Americans to remember the selfless service members who have been laid to rest in flag-draped coffins and their families who have suffered the greatest loss.  The sacrifices of our hallowed dead demand our Nation’s highest honor and deepest gratitude. On this day, let us also unite in prayer for lasting peace in our troubled world so that future generations will enjoy the blessings of liberty and independence.
     
    In honor and recognition of all of our fallen heroes, the Congress, by a joint resolution approved May 11, 1950, as amended (36 U.S.C. 116), has requested the President issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe each Memorial Day as a day of prayer for permanent peace and designating a period on that day when the people of the United States might unite in prayer.  The Congress, by Public Law 106-579, has also designated 3:00 p.m. local time on that day as a time for all Americans to observe, in their own way, the National Moment of Remembrance.
     
    NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim Memorial Day, May 28, 2018, as a day of prayer for permanent peace, and I designate the hour beginning in each locality at 11:00 a.m. of that day as a time when people might unite in prayer.
     
    I further ask all Americans to observe the National Moment of Remembrance beginning at 3:00 p.m. local time on Memorial Day.
     
    I also request the Governors of the United States and its Territories, and the appropriate officials of all units of government, to direct the flag be flown at half-staff until noon on this Memorial Day on all buildings, grounds, and naval vessels throughout the United States and in all areas under its jurisdiction and control.  I also request the people of the United States to display the flag at half-staff from their homes for the customary forenoon period.
     
    IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fifth day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand eighteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-second.
     
    DONALD J. TRUMP

     

     

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  • Front Range Action Day for Ozone

    Front Range Action Day for Ozone

    The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued an ACTION DAY ALERT at 4PM on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 for the Front Range Urban Corridor from El Paso County north to Larimer and Weld counties, including the Denver-Boulder area, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins and Greeley.

    Warm temperatures and calm winds have allowed ozone concentrations to reach the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups category on Tuesday. The highest concentrations are anticipated in the southern and western portions of the Denver Metro area and northward along the Foothills and western portions of the Front Range into Boulder.

    This Action Day Alert will remain in effect until at least 4 PM Wednesday, May 23, 2018.

    At 1PM (MST), Tuesday, 5/22/2018 the highest AQI value was 49 for Ozone which indicates Good air quality.

    Front Range Air Quality Forecast & Colorado Smoke Outlook

    FRONT RANGE AIR QUALITY FORECAST:
    Tuesday, May 22, 2018, 2:45 PM MDT

    Ozone concentrations are expected to be in the Moderate to Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups range on Tuesday, and in the Good to Moderate range on Wednesday. Concentrations in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups category are most likely for locations in the southern and western portions of the Denver Metro area and northward along the Foothills and western portions of the Front Range into Boulder. In these areas active children and adults, and people with lung disease, such as asthma should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion until 8 PM on Tuesday. Moderate concentrations of ozone are likely elsewhere throughout the Colorado Front Range region, and unusually sensitive people should consider reducing prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion from noon until 8 PM on Tuesday and Wednesday.

    Fine Particulate Matter concentrations are expected to be in the Good category on Tuesday and Wednesday.

    Carbon Monoxide concentrations are expected to be in the Good category on Tuesday and Wednesday.

    Nitrogen Dioxide concentrations are expected to be in the Good category on Tuesday and Wednesday.

    Visibility is expected to be Good to Moderate on Wednesday.

  • CSU hosts Master Gardener & Plant Sale — May 19 & 20

    CSU hosts Master Gardener & Plant Sale — May 19 & 20

    Colorado State University Denver Extension will host its 13th-annual Master Gardener Plant Sale at Denver’s Harvard Gulch Park, 888 E. Iliff Ave., Denver, on Saturday, May 19 (8 a.m.-3 p.m.), and Sunday, May 20 (10 a.m.-3 p.m.). The sale includes tomatoes, flowers, chiles, herbs, and vegetables, grown from seed by CSU Extension Master Gardener volunteers.

    The Denver Master Gardener CSU Extension Plant Sale is not to be missed if you are interested in gardening. We have everything you need, from flowers to vegetables to perennials, that thrive in our crazy Colorado climate. — CSU Denver Extension horticulture agent Dan Goldhamer

    Plants are available while supplies last. Gently-used gardening containers, tools, hanging baskets, and books will also be on sale. Proceeds support the CSU Denver Extension programs, including youth development, nutrition education, and Master Gardener training.

    Event Features

    Master Gardener volunteers will be available on-site to assist attendees with plant selection and answer gardening questions.

    CSU will host a hospitality booth with refreshments. Attendees will have the chance to win door prizes, including CSU Athletics tickets, regardless of whether they purchase anything at the sale. CSU cheerleaders will also be available for photos. Attendees wearing CSU gear will receive $5 off their purchase.

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  • RECALL: Beef products possible contamination

    RECALL: Beef products possible contamination

    Pinnacle Foods & Armour Recalls Beef Products

    Possible staphylococcal enterotoxin and clostridial toxin contamination

    Company name: Pinnacle Foods Inc., in conjunction with Armour Easy-To-Prepare-Meats

    Health Risk: High

    Product: Ready-to-eat dried, sliced beef produced on Jan. 2, 2018 and April 9, 2018, with a shelf life of three years:

    • 2.25-ounce glass jars containing “ARMOUR GROUND & FORMED SLICED Dried Beef”; best by dates JAN-07-21, JAN-08-21, JAN-09-21, JAN-10-21, JAN-11-21, APR-15-21, APR-16-21, APR-17-21, APR-18-21 and APR-19-21; lot codes 0707011Y11, 0708011Y11, 0709011Y11, 0710011Y11, 0711011Y11, 0715041Y11, 0716041Y11, 0717041Y11, 0718041Y11 and 0719041Y11.
    • 4.5-ounce glass jars containing “ARMOUR GROUND & FORMED SLICED Dried Beef”; best by dates JAN-23-21, JAN-24-21, JAN-25-21 and APR-22-21; lot codes 0723011Y11, 0724011Y11, 0725011Y11 and 0722041YW1.

    No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the lot numbers subject to this recall.

    Reason for recall: Potential contamination with staphylococcal enterotoxin and clostridial toxin contamination.

    Distribution: Nationwide to retail stores, including in Colorado.

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  • Colorado food assistance program raises nutrition standards

    Colorado food assistance program raises nutrition standards

    A state health department food assistance program has implemented changes to 30-year-old nutrition standards to provide healthier meals for Colorado children and adults who participate.

    Many low-income Coloradans depend on the nutrition services we provide. We want to make sure they get the healthy food they need. — Brittney Rodgers, nutrition consultant for the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

    The Child and Adult Care Food program plays a critical role in supporting the health and wellness of 43,800 Coloradans each day. The new, healthier meal standards implemented October 2017 are based on Dietary Guidelines for Americans, National Academy of Medicine recommendations and input from program participants.

    These new meal patterns provide a wider variety of vegetables and fruits, more whole grains, and less added sugars and saturated fats. New standards eliminate sweetened grains, such as cookies, pastries and breakfast bars, and limit sugar in breakfast cereal and yogurt. Program changes also support breastfeeding and allow parents of infants to gradually introduce solid foods, as developmentally appropriate.

    CACFP released a series of webinars and conducted in-person training to ensure participants have the tools and resources necessary to implement the changes. The program teamed up with the Cooking up Healthy Options with Plants (CHOP) program to create new menu templates.

    CHOP provides support for participating child care programs with on-site gardens, teaching children about growing and consuming fresh food and training staff on food preparation. 

    More about the Child and Adult Care Food Program:

    The CACFP is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and administered by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. The CACFP provides reimbursement for nutritious meals and snacks served to eligible child care centers, preschools, Head Start programs, adult day care centers, homeless and domestic violence shelters, at-risk afterschool programs and family day care homes. For current eligibility guidelines, go to http://www.fns.usda.gov/school-meals/income-eligibility-guidelines.

    If your child or adult care program would benefit from participating in the CACFP, share this information with staff members and encourage them to learn more by contacting CACFP at 303-692-2330 or visit the CACFP web pages at https://www.colorado.gov/cdphe/cacfp

    In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA; its agencies, offices and employees; and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.

    People with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the agency (state or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at 800-877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

      

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  • Gardner talks Opioid crisis

    Gardner talks Opioid crisis

    Colorado Opioid Crisis Addressed at Republican Leadership Press Conference

    Washington, DC – Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) spoke today at the weekly Senate Republican leadership press conference about time he recently spent in Colorado holding roundtables on the opioid crisis. Gardner held roundtable discussions at San Luis Valley Health in Alamosa and Swedish Medical Center in Englewood and met with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, local leaders and officials, and those impacted by the opioid crisis.

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  • RECALL: Herbal Supplement KRATOM has SALMONELLA contamination & opioid association; Gardner talks Opioid crisis

    RECALL: Herbal Supplement KRATOM has SALMONELLA contamination & opioid association; Gardner talks Opioid crisis

    Local retailer recalls kratom products because of potential Salmonella contamination

    Company name: Club 13

    Products: Kratom powder and capsules (an herbal supplement taken by pill or used in drinks such as tea):

    • Maeng Da Red powder products in 15-gram, 30-gram, 90-gram, 150-gram and 454-gram packages, lot MRMD012618 on back of pouch
    • Maeng Da Red capsules in five-count, 25-count, 50-count, 100-count and 120-count bottles marked with the following lot numbers on bottom left side:
      • MRMD013018
      • MRMD013118
      • MRMD020118
      • MRMD020518
      • MRMD022318
      • MRMD022718
      • MRMD030118
      • MRMD030218
      • MRMD030618
    • Maeng Da Red XS capsules in five-count, 20-count, 25-count, 40-count and 50-count bottles with the following lot numbers on bottom left side:
      • KRXS020718
      • KRXS030618
      • KRXS102417
      • KRXS110617
      • KRXS120117

    Reason for recall: Potential contamination with Salmonella

    Distribution: Nationwide retail stores and mail order

     

    Fox31 and Channel 2 News reports other retailer,  Soap Korner, faces lawsuit over sale of contanimated Kratom product

     

    FDA oversees destruction and recall of kratom products; reiterates risks associated with this opioid

    In a February statement, FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, said “The extensive scientific data we’ve evaluated about kratom provides conclusive evidence that compounds contained in kratom are opioids and are expected to have similar addictive effects as well as risks of abuse, overdose and, in some cases, death. At the same time, there’s no evidence to indicate that kratom is safe or effective for any medical use. To protect the public health, we’ll continue to affirm the risks associated with kratom, warn consumers against its use and take aggressive enforcement action against kratom-containing products. We appreciate the cooperation of companies currently marketing any kratom product for human consumption to take swift action to remove these products from circulation to protect the public.”

     

    Gardner Talks Colorado Opioid Crisis at Republican Leadership Press Conference

    Washington, DC – Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) spoke at the weekly Senate Republican leadership press conference about time he recently spent in Colorado holding roundtables on the opioid crisis. Gardner held roundtable discussions at San Luis Valley Health in Alamosa and Swedish Medical Center in Englewood and met with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, local leaders and officials, and those impacted by the opioid crisis.

     

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  • FREE Mediterranean Diet Workshop

    FREE Mediterranean Diet Workshop

    Free 2-hour workshop!

    Learn how to apply the Mediterranean diet to enjoy good food and improve your health…

    Colorado State University Extension is offering free 2-hour workshops focusing on the Mediterranean diet. Delivered by your local Extension agent, Sheila Gains, the workshops will help to answer your questions about key characteristics of the Mediterranean lifestyle and how foods in the diet contribute to health. After attending one of the workshops, we hope you leave with strategies for incorporating Mediterranean foods and habits into your life!

    Choose the workshop that works best for you!

    What Will You Learn?

    • The key characteristics of the Mediterranean lifestyle
    • How foods in the Mediterranean diet contribute to health
    • Strategies for incorporating Mediterranean foods and habits into your life

    Try fresh homemade hummus – FREE SAMPLES!

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  • Environmental Protection Agency Rolls Back on Fuel Standards slated for 2025

    Environmental Protection Agency Rolls Back on Fuel Standards slated for 2025

    Senator Michael Bennet Issues Statement on Decision to Roll Back Fuel Efficiency Standards

    Washington, D.C. – Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet today released the following statement in response to the announcement by Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt of the Trump Administration that he would roll back standards that cars and light trucks sold in the United States must reach a fuel efficiency of 54.5 miles per gallon by 2025.

    This announcement is a true loss for American families and workers. The standards were on track to save American families up to $8,000 per vehicle at the fuel pump, support the creation of more than 100,000 American jobs, and boost manufacturing,  while also driving American innovation and protecting our environment. I have yet to hear from a Colorado company that is concerned by these standards. On the contrary, numerous companies have voiced their support of keeping the current fuel efficiency standards in place. We have a proud history of promoting innovation in Detroit, and America was on track to create the most efficient cars in the world. With Administrator Pruitt’s announcement, he is causing severe damage with no clear winner. States should have the ability to protect children and the environment. I will fight against any attempt to roll back the flexibility that states have to create more stringent rules.— Bennet

    Bennet also expressed concern about Administrator Pruitt’s comments on reexamining a waiver granted to California to create stricter rules to prevent air pollution, which 12 other states follow.

      

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