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Boulder Police Department partners with Crime Stoppers to curb animal abuse & cruelty
Aug 12th
Before now, there was no specific program for animal cruelty to be reported through anonymous tips in Colorado. Crime Stoppers will offer this anonymous tip service indefinitely, and anyone in Colorado is free to use it.
Tips can be reported via phone or text messaging. Concerned residents may call 800-222-TIPS or they may text a message to CRIMES (274637). Those using the text message option should title their message “NOCO” (Northern Colorado Crime Stoppers).
Anyone suspecting that dogs, cats or horses are being abused or neglected are encouraged to call Crime Stoppers if they would prefer to make an anonymous report. The Boulder Police Department’s Animal Control Division is also available to take reports and to respond. A call to police may result in a more immediate response. The non-emergency dispatch number for BPD is 303-441-3333. As always, please call 9-1-1 if there is an emergency.
Cropland Policy Advisory Group to discuss genetically engineered crops
Aug 5th
When: Wednesday, Aug. 10, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Plaza Longmont Hotel Conference Center, 1850 Industrial Circle, Longmont
No public comment will be taken, but forms will be available for written comments, which will become part of the public record. Future hearings will provide additional opportunities for the public to comment on the proposed policies.
Three experts will address the questions and concerns of the advisory group.
– Dr. Michael McNeill, Crop Consultant
– Kent Davis, Crop Consultant
– Dr. Philip Westra, Professor of Weed Science and Extension Specialist, CSU
Cropland Policy
The effort to develop a Cropland Policy for county-owned croplands began in 2010 with public outreach including farm tours, an open house, a Sustainable Agriculture Forum, and a Farm and Ranch Panel Discussion.
In 2011, the commissioners convened the Cropland Policy Advisory Group to advise Boulder County staff in developing the policy. Through discussion and proposed policy statements, the members of CPAG provide guidance and advice for developing a final policy.
National Caregiver Training Program courses begin in Sept.
Aug 5th
The 21-hour course, taught by a registered nurse, helps family caregivers acquire the skills needed to provide safe, confident home care for older loved ones.
Upcoming courses:
· Tuesdays, Sept. 13-Oct. 25, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Rocky Mountain Christian Church, 9447 Niwot Road
Classes include detailed instruction, take-home materials, demonstrations and hands-on practice, and cover the following topics:
· Caring for someone on bedrest
· Personal care
· Safe wheelchair use
· Medication management
· Taking vital signs
· Infection control
· Nutrition
· Fall prevention
· Reducing personal stress
· Local resources
The courses are open to Boulder County residents providing unpaid care for a relative, partner, or friend who is 60 or older (50 and older if the person has dementia).
Registration is free, but donations are welcome. Financial assistance for respite care (substitute elder care) during class periods is available.
Pre-registration is required. Please contact Emily Cooper at 303-678-6116 or ecooper@bouldercounty.org for more information.