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Annual Emergency Management Conference - Award Winners!
Feb, 2025: During the Annual Colorado Emergency Management Association's conference. Two of the SLV Emergency Managers were recognized for their great work and commitment to keeping the Valley Citizens safe. Congratulations to all the winners but especially Eric and Lucas! Great job guys!
SLV Emergency Manager of the Year! - Eric Treinien Alamosa County
- State Emergency Manager Rookie of the year - Lucas Casias Costilla County
USDA announces new round of investments in wildfire protection through Community Wildfire Defense Grants
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service is again accepting applications for the Community Wildfire Defense Grant program.
David Frees awarded San Luis Valley’s “Emergency Manager of the Year”
Feb. 21, 2023 – The Saguache County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the Colorado Emergency Management Association (CEMA), presented David Frees the 2022 “Emergency Manager of the Year Award” for the San Luis Valley region.
Avian Flu: Be Aware but Not Alarmed
Dec. 22, 2022 - Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has been detected in the SLV according to a recent article by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW). If you are a poultry producer, now is the time to take extra precautions to ensure your flock remains safe.