Sixth Annual West Slope Water Summit
SAVE THE DATE: Sixth Annual West Slope Water Summit
MONTROSE, COLO.–Join Montrose County, the Colorado River District, and Uncompahgre Valley Water Users Association for the sixth annual West Slope Water Summit on Nov. 14 from 8:30am to 2pm at the Montrose County Event Center (1036 North 7th Street). Doors open at 8:00 a.m. The West Slope Water Summit is free and includes lunch—registration is required.
“This year’s West Slope Water Summit promises to be a valuable learning experience for anyone interested in the future of our most precious resource,” Commissioner Sue Hansen said. “By exploring the past, present, and future of water in our area, we can gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities we face. I’m especially excited for Robert Sakata’s presentation regarding the future of water and agriculture in Colorado. Our area and economy benefit greatly from agriculture. I am glad we are adding ag into the water discussion because you can’t talk about one without the other. I encourage everyone to register and join us for a day of informative presentations and discussions.”
This year’s speakers include Andy Mueller of the Colorado River District, Brody Wilson with a historical picture of the Gunnison Tunnel, Becky Mitchell of the Colorado Water Conservation Board discussing negotiating for water, and Robert Sakata presenting on the future of water and agriculture in Colorado.
The event is free and open to the public. A livestream will also be available at westslopewatersummit.com. Lunch is provided with an RSVP. Attendees can register online or call 970-964-8701.
Tentative Agenda (Subject to Change)
Agenda – Subject to Change
8:00am – Doors Open
8:30am – Brody Wilson – Out of Necessity Comes a Tunnel!
9:30am – Steve Pope – UVWUA
10:15am – Break
11:00am – Andy Mueller – Colorado River District
12:00pm – Lunch with 30 minute zoom with Becky Mitchell – CWCB Negotiating for Water
1:00pm – Robert Sakata – The Next Endangered Species: Farmers and Ranchers
2:00pm Aaron Clay – Peering into the Future of Water
