Building, insulation and HVAC contractors, solar installers and energy auditors are invited to attend any of the three meetings this month (see March Calendar of Events for dates & locations) to learn about boosting business through local and state rebate and financing programs.  The "Building Trades in the Clean Energy Economy" meetings will brief trades people and seek their feedback on a clean energy finance district under development for Garfield County, state and utility rebate offerings, development of a local audit and retrofit program, and the federal Home Star bill. 

This years Silt Hey Days Grand Marshall is The Grand Lady herself Marvelle Couey, a life long resident of Garfield County. Born in Glenwood Springs and raised on Garfield Creek, Marvelle was raised in the ranching communities of Garfield and Divide Creeks. Marvelle and first husband Tony Manuepella owned and operated the New Castle Pool Hall or Tony’s Cue Club as many know it. Marvell and Tony had two sons, Mickey and Richard, that is Mickey on the hay wagon. Marvelle met the love of her life Wilbur Couey at the sale barn, one look and she had found her man and they married..

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The First Annual Silt Area Chamber of Commerce Tamarisk Removal was a great success. Tamarisks have grown exponentially along the Colorado River since their inception. A single Tamarisk has the ability to drink over 300 gallons of water per day! While eradication results vary, the cutting and spraying method seems to be effective. This involves cutting the bush close to the stump followed by an injection of a chemical solution (eco-friendly of course).

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On Saturday, October 31, the Silt Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual coat drive. Silt Chamber was there to serve breakfast and give warm coats to people of all ages. This event was made possible through the participation of volunteers, Canyon Cleaners, and Holiday Inn Express.
On Saturday, November 21 the Silt Chamber Of Commerce will be at the Silt Fire House distributing coats and a holiday turkey dinner to local senior citizens.

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Mark your calendars and plan to attend this presentation on Thursday, December 3 at 8:00 a.m. in the Auditorium at Colorado Mountain College – West Garfield Campus where Ms. Denise McCourt will present a Comprehensive Strategy on Energy Independence. This strategy is to achieve America’s energy security through a balanced national energy policy that will create substantial long-term solutions.