The Moffat County Commissioners have decided to write their own letter, opposing any Monument designations in the county that don’t go through the proper public process. While President Obama’s plans are still hazy, there is rumor that he wants to make the Vermillion Basin a National Monument. The Continue reading
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Moffat County Commissioners Write Letter Regarding Potential Vermillion Designation
Obama Reportedly Wants to Designate Vermillion Basin as Monument
Rumors are rampant that the Obama Administration wants to designate Vermillion Basin as a National Monument. The issue was brought up at the Moffat County Commissioners meeting yesterday. According to David Boyd, a Public Affairs Specialist with the Bureau of Land Management, Commissioner Chuck Grobe Continue reading
Tipton Blasts Obama Administration for Misuse of Antiquities Act
Congressman Scott Tipton (R-CO), yesterday, issued a statement on President Obama’s use of the Antiquities Act to unilaterally designate a massive 500,000 acre national monument in New Mexico despite local objections, a move that could indicate the presidents intentions for land in Northwest Colorado. Local citizens and elected officials raised serious concerns over Continue reading
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