AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoColorado River Cuts: Federal officials announced major water restrictions for California, Nevada and Arizona under new 2027–2028 operations, totaling 1.25 million acre-feet per year in reductions over two years, with Arizona facing the biggest hit as reservoirs hit record lows. Wildlife Under Drought Pressure: Colorado Parks and Wildlife reported a surge in bear conflicts tied to drought-driven food shortages, including a 300-pound black bear that died after breaking into an unlocked car in Colorado Springs; CPW says statewide bear reports are nearly double last year’s pace. Public Lands Grazing Fight: A major overhaul of public lands grazing regulations is moving forward with reduced public involvement, raising alarms that the rules will expand grazing while limiting when communities can weigh in. Local Water & Recreation: Grand Junction voters will decide on a bond and sales tax increase to repair and keep the Orchard Mesa Pool running, a key summer amenity for residents south of the river. Bears in the Headlines: Separate reports describe a spike in black bear attacks across Colorado, including incidents in Steamboat Springs and Aspen.
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