PUEBLO - Tomorrow, the 2021 Colorado State Fair kicks off in Pueblo to showcase the best of Colorado. For 11 days, visitors will be able to try dishes made by chefs from around the state with Colorado-sourced ingredients.
DENVER - Today, Governor Polis provided an update on the COVID-19 pandemic and discussed a meeting between himself, White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator Jeff Zients and Colorado’s COVID Response team. Governor Polis requested a meeting with Jeff Zients in order to ensure that the federal COVID-19 response discussions taking place in Washington, D.C. also take into account the needs of Coloradans.
DENVER - Today, Governor Jared Polis appointed Robert C. James to the 13th Judicial District Court. This vacancy is created by the retirement of the Honorable Kevin L. Hoyer, and the appointment is effective October 1, 2021.
DENVER - Today, Governor Polis provided an update on the COVID-19 pandemic and the state’s decision to require vaccines for employees working in its 24/7 facilities and interacting with vulnerable populations. He was joined by Dr. Rachel Herlihy, State Epidemiologist, who provided a modeling update, as well as Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera, Colorado Department of Human Services Executive Director Michelle Barnes and Colorado Department of Corrections Executive Director Dean Williams.
DENVER - In a letter to President Biden today, Governor Polis wrote that Colorado stands ready to provide safety and opportunity to Afghan refugees and Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) holders. Earlier this year, Governor Polis sent President Biden a letter encouraging the Biden Administration to rescue Afghans who cooperated with American forces and therefore face increased threats and fear for their future under the Taliban.
DENVER - Governor Polis and Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Executive Director Jill Ryan sent a letter to school superintendents and charter school leaders making clear the state is ready to support our schools, students, parents, and teachers in order to meet the goals of safety and uninterrupted in-person learning for students.
