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The latest ALCC news, including Colorado Green NOW articles, legislative updates, and programming announcements.
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Written by Christy Eull
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Tuesday, February 26, 2019 12:00 AM |
Urge your elected officials to send a message to DHS: We need more H-2B visas now!
The FY19 Omnibus passed by Congress and signed into law two weeks ago includes a provision that provides the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) the authority to release an additional 69,320 H-2B visas if and when the Department of Labor (DOL) certifies the need for foreign workers.
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Written by Colorado Green NOW
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Wednesday, February 13, 2019 05:00 AM |
 Colorado HB19-1050, Encourage Use of Xeriscape In Common Areas, has been approved by the House and moved on to the state Senate. The bill would make it easier for homeowners’ associations (HOAs) to amend bylaws and use drought-tolerant landscaping.
The bill promotes Xeriscape and other water-efficient landscaping on properties governed by HOAs, including common areas. It deems that any bans or restrictions on drought-tolerant plants and practices is unenforceable. It also extends water conservation requirements to special districts.
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Written by Colorado Green
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Wednesday, February 13, 2019 04:00 AM |
 The flower trials give us a chance to get a sneak preview of what will be available for the next season. At the Welby trials this summer, Welby Gardens celebrated 70 years of growing flowers in Colorado and gave over 400 industry people a chance to vote for their favorites from over 1,100 new varieties. The following are some of the top choices that will be available this season.
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Written by Becky Garber
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Wednesday, February 13, 2019 03:00 AM |
 Just as landscape companies struggle to build boots-on-the-ground workforce, the equipment support side of the industry is in similar need. People who work behind the scenes servicing and repairing equipment literally keep the industry rolling and without enough skilled technicians, landscape jobs could come to a screeching halt.
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Written by City of Greeley
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Wednesday, February 13, 2019 02:00 AM |
 The City of Greeley Water Conservation Program continues its support of local landscapers in obtaining professional certification.
Any owners or employees of landscape and irrigation companies who install or maintain properties in Greeley and who take the Landscape Industry Certified Technician (CLT-I) exams in Irrigation for the first time can receive a rebate from the City of Greeley.
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