Tuesday, August 18, 2015

Local Recovery Center Open

The local Recovery Center will be open Tuesday, Aug. 18 and Wednesday, Aug. 19 from 10am - 4pm in the east end of the La Plata County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall, Main Ave., Durango Colorado.

For additional information, please contact the Call Center at 970-382-7592 or email susan.hakanson@co.laplata.co.us.

Staff from local, state and federal agencies are available to answer questions regarding financial and/or technical asssistance related to the Animas River - Gold King Mine release. If you believe that you have suffered an economic loss related to the event, or if you have questions related to water quality, crops or livestock, individuals are on hand to offer information and/or asssistance. 

Services will be directed toward La Plata County businesses, employees and landowners who have been affected by the Gold King Mine release. 

Services/Resources will include:
  • Environmental Protection Agency-Assistance with Form 95 Claims for Damage for questions concerning loss of income or business.
  • Environmental Protection Agency/Colorado Department of Health and Environment - for questionss concerning water quality issues.
  • Small Business Development Center/Region 9 Economic Development District/La Plata County Economic Development Alliance / Chamber of Commerce - for questions and resources regarding impacts on business.
  • Colorado State University Extension Service for information concerning agricultural and ditch issues.
  • La Plata County Department of Human Services for information about local social and financial supports
  • Colorado Department of Labor and Employment/Unemployment Benefits
  • Southwest Workforce for information on how to apply for unemployment benefits and job-seeking.
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