Press Releases

DENVER - Today, Governor Polis, his administration, and Union Pacific reached an agreement on a new 25-year lease of the Moffat and binding MOU in exchange for a 25-year access agreement, which sets the stage for increased access to UP’s tracks for Mountain Rail passenger service. This lease and access agreement will be executed on May 1, 2025, replacing the previous 99-year lease on the tunnel. Today the Polis Administration and Union Pacific also signed a four-month Moffat Tunnel lease extension prior to the long-term lease being executed on May 1. 

DENVER — Today, Governor Polis and Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) released the 2025 Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP), which outlines a path to ensure Colorado’s exceptional outdoor experiences remain world-class for current and future generations. 

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LOVELAND — Yesterday, Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera joined legislators, community leaders, and partners to celebrate the grand opening of The Landing, a regional youth shelter designed to support unaccompanied youth and young adults ages 15–20. Operated by The Matthews House in collaboration with the Thompson and Poudre School Districts, The Landing will offer overnight shelter and comprehensive daytime programming to empower youth with the skills and support needed to become independent. 

DENVER - Today, the Governor’s Office of State Planning and Budget released its quarterly economic forecast.