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State Tipoffs Involving Colorado Newsletter for Sunday June 02, 2024 ( 10 items )  

Colo. House Democrats: Gov Signs Family Affordability Tax Credit, Bill to Support the Care Workforce
DENVER, Colorado, June 1 -- The Colorado House Democrats issued the following news release on May 31, 2024: Governor Jared Polis today signed two bills into law that will create the Family Affordability Tax Credit to boost the incomes of hardworking Colorado families and create a state income tax credit for care workers to address the care worker workforce shortage. Beginning tax year 2024, HB24-1311 creates the refundable Family Affordability Tax Credit. This credit will be available to paren  more

Colo. Public Health & Environment Dept. Adds New Protections to Final Draft of Suncor Air Quality Permit Based on Community Feedback, Submits for Federal Review
DENVER, Colorado, June 1 (TNSres) -- The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment issued the following news release: The Air Pollution Control Division has submitted a final draft of a Suncor air quality permit to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for review. The permit is for Plant 1 and 3's operation. Suncor must maintain the operating permit under the Title V section of the federal Clean Air Act. "We take pride in crafting detailed Title V permits to make them as legally   more

Colo. Secretary of State: Three Candidates Disqualified, One Withdraws From State Primary Ballot
DENVER, Colorado, June 1 -- The Colorado Secretary of State issued the following news release on May 31, 2024: Today, the Elections Division at the Colorado Department of State has announced that three candidates have been disqualified from the State Primary Election ballot and a fourth has withdrawn her name from consideration. Robert Tate, Republican Party candidate for State Senate District 29, has been disqualified for failure to submit a candidate affidavit and personal financial disclosu  more

Colorado Mesa University Honors Ann J. Sanders With Naming of Dance Studio in Moss Performing Arts Center
GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado, June 1 -- Colorado Mesa University issued the following news release: Colorado Mesa University proudly announces the dedication of the dance studio in the Moss Performing Arts Center to the founder of its dance program, Professor Emerita Ann J. Sanders. This recognition pays tribute to Sanders' pioneering contributions to the university's arts and cultural landscape. Having spearheaded the dance program since its inception in the early 1970s until her retirement in 20  more

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-Op Award $14,112 Grant to Rosanky Community Center Association
AUSTIN, Texas, June 1 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release: The Rosanky Community Center Association will make improvements to the grounds of its community center, thanks to a $14,112 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority and Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative. The Community Development Partnership Grant, along with $22,050 in matching funds raised by the nonprofit association, will be used to install a new shade canopy over the playground equipment at t  more

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-Op Award $15,868 Grant to Dime Box Heritage Society
AUSTIN, Texas, June 1 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release: The Dime Box Heritage Museum soon will have a new roof and an upgraded heating and cooling system, thanks to a $15,868 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority and Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative. The Community Development Partnership Program grant, along with $4,592 in matching funds from the nonprofit Dime Box Heritage Society, will pay for a new roof and an energy-efficient heating, ventilati  more

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-Op Award $20,371 Grant for St. John Colony Civic Center
AUSTIN, Texas, June 1 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release: The St. John Colony Civic Center soon will have a new septic system and restrooms, thanks to a $20,371 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority and Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative. The Community Development Partnership Program grant, along with about $5,000 in matching funds and in-kind services, will allow St. John 19th Body to install a septic system and high-efficiency water heater, and add r  more

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-Op Award $41,278 Grant to Paige Community Club
AUSTIN, Texas, June 1 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release: The Paige Community Club will make interior and exterior upgrades to its community center, thanks to a $41,278 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority and Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative. The Community Development Partnership Program grant, along with $10,320 in matching funds from the club, will allow the club to repair and replace the Paige Community Center's roof and upgrade the kitchen area  more

LCRA, City of Lexington Award $25,000 Grant for New Lighting at Ball Fields
LEXINGTON, Texas, June 1 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release: A $25,000 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority and the City of Lexington will help the Lexington Youth Baseball and Softball Association (LYBSA) add permanent lighting to two fields at its sports complex in the heart of downtown Lexington. The Community Development Partnership Program grant, along with $28,852 in matching funds from LYBSA, will cover the cost of purchasing two wood pole k  more

Regis University Extends Enrollment Deposit Deadline For An Additional Two Weeks Amid FAFSA Changes
DENVER, Colorado, June 1 -- Regis University issued the following news release: In response to the challenges posed by changes to the FAFSA for this year, Regis University has extended the enrollment deposit deadline for traditional undergraduate programs to June 15. This extension provides prospective students with additional time to navigate the updated financial aid process and secure their admission. Importance of Submitting the FAFSA Submitting the FAFSA is crucial for students seeking  more