Colorado's Adult Protective Services (APS) system, first established in 1983, protects at-risk adults who, because of mental or physical ability, are unable to obtain services or other wise protect their own health, safety, and welfare.
Suggestions to Colorado public schools for a celebration in honor of the U.S.S. Constitution, intended to raise money for the restoration of Old Ironsides. Contains a very brief description of the ship and its 1812 battle with the British frigate Guerriere. Includes a letter to the governor of Colorado from the United Daughters of 1812 requesting the collection of funds and a supportive letter to the Superintendent of Public Instruction from Governor Thomas. Also includes instructions to the schools on how to handle the money collected.
This issue brief is one of three that explores aspects of our natural resources -water, land, and energy -and the steps necessary to balance Colorado's need for increased agricultural production to feed its growing population and the sustainable use of its natural resources to support production.