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Lafayette, CO -- Today, Congressman Neguse in partnership with Senators Bennet and Gardner sent a letter to the United States Forest Service (USFS) and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to request that they work with State of Colorado and local governments to address the threat posed by multiple fires to the region’s watersheds and water supply.
Lafayette, CO – As the East Troublesome Fire grows at an alarming rate, Congressman Neguse continues to work on the local, state, and federal level to address the needs of those being evacuated and others in the area.
Lafayette, CO - Congressman Joe Neguse announced his second virtual job fair to assist Coloradans navigating new unemployment and the job search process amidst COVID-19. The Job Fair will be held on Thursday, November 12th from 3pm-5pm.
Washington D.C.—Today, Congressman Joe Neguse announced FEMA has authorized federal funds to help fight Grand County’s East Troublesome fire which has grown to over 7,800 acres in Grand County. The fire is threatening 135 homes and approximately 100 people are under evacuation notices.
Washington D.C.—Today, Congressman Joe Neguse announced FEMA has authorized federal funds to help fight Boulder County’s Calwood fire which has grown to over 3,000 acres near Jamestown. The fire grew rapidly today, threatening 500 homes, 750 other buildings and has mandatory evacuations in place for approximately 1,000 people.
Washington D.C.— Congressman Joe Neguse announced that RTD will receive a $180,000 Helping Obtain Prosperity for Everyone (HOPE) grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Washington D.C.—Today, Congressman Neguse announced over $4.3 million in FEMA funds towards critical Larimer County bridge and roadway projects from the 2013 floods.
Congressman Joe Neguse Visits Fort Collins to Meet with Forest Supervisors, Small Business Owners, and Poudre School District Leaders
Washington D.C.—Today, Congressman Joe Neguse announced FEMA has authorized federal funds to help fight Larimer County’s Cameron Peak fire which has grown to over 59,000 acres with only 4% containment, making it the 7th largest wildfire in Colorado’s history.
Washington D.C. – Today, Congressman Joe Neguse and Senator Michael Bennet visited the mountain communities in Colorado’s 2nd Congressional District to meet with County Commissioners, Mayors, and community members. They discussed federal funding support, Colorado’s wildfire season, and the urgent need to pass CORE Act through the Senate.