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8B658CF9C19DE62E872582E3005A0BEE Hearing Summary




PUBLIC
BILL SUMMARY For MITIGATION AND DEFORESTATION, THE NATURE CONSERVANCY

INTERIM COMMITTEE  WILDFIRE MATTERS REVIEW COMMITTEE
Date Aug 8, 2018      
Location SCR 352



Mitigation and Deforestation, The Nature Conservancy - Committee Discussion Only


10:24:18 AM  

Rob Addington, Landscape Ecologist, The Nature Conservancy, provided information about the role of forest management in mitigating wildfire risk in Colorado.  Mr. Addington's presentation slides are available as Attachment C.

10:25:44 AM  

Mr. Addington discussed the use of fuel reduction strategies to reduce the amount of fuel available to burn when there is a fire.  He noted the scientific basis for forest restoration.  He explained the funding sources and collaboration in fire mitigation efforts.

10:35:46 AM  
Mr. Addington responded to committee member questions about prioritizing fire mitigation and treatment costs.
10:45:22 AM  
Mike Lester, Director, Colorado State Forest Service, addressed committee questions about the state of the timber industry in Colorado.






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