28 Sep Telluride Foundation: Facing Wildfire Risk in Ouray Co., 10/9!
As wildfires and other climate related natural disasters become more frequent and severe, how can Ouray County prepare and adapt to this new reality? The panel discussion brings together key voices from local government, wildfire management, and state insurance policy to provide a comprehensive look at how our region, and specifically how Ouray County is addressing this growing threat of wildfires.
Reception at 5 p.m. Event begins at 6 p.m.
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Following a brief film viewing about the Log Hill Mesa project, this panel will address the evolving landscape of wildfire-related insurance challenges in Colorado, strategic mitigation planning at the homeowner and community levels, and the role of local government in coordinating preparedness and response.
The panelists bring a wealth of expertise and unique perspectives to the conversation.
Aaron Johnson
Chief Operating Officer, West Region Wildfire Council
Jake Niece
Board of County Commissioner, Ouray County
Jason D. Lapham
Deputy Commissioner for Property and Casualty Insurance, Colorado Division of Insurance
The event will be moderated by Tim Pinnow, Executive Director of the West Region Wildfire Council.
The Telluride Foundation hosted a similar wildfire event this past February in Telluride. If you were unable to attend our previous event, this is a second opportunity to hear from leading experts on wildfire.
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The Telluride Foundation is committed to enriching the quality of life of the residents, workforce, and visitors of the Telluride region. It is a nonprofit, apolitical community foundation that makes grants and runs programs in arts, education, health and human services, community development, and social enterprises.
The Foundation strives to achieve excellence for the community through its mission and core values of inclusion, self-reliance, and innovation.
The work is funded through the generous support of hundreds of donors and grants from state and national foundations.
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