Colorado Water
There is a new player in Front Range water, according to the Rocky Mountain News [December 15, 2004, "Jeffco backs water district"]. From the article, "A plan that some fear could exclude the public from deciding the future of water in Jefferson County sailed through the county commission Tuesday. A special district that will broker water was unanimously approved by commissioners despite concerns that it will fuel growth, will have little oversight and was rushed through the approval process with too little public notice. The Heritage Resource Metropolitan District plans to serve as a 'water wholesaler' that would acquire water from any part of the state for existing and future water distribution districts, supporters told commissioners. It could also help other districts enlarge their distribution systems and service areas. Heritage's founders also say it would provide a larger voice for Jefferson County in regional water issues." Whiskey is for drinkin' water is for fightin' over.
Here's the coverage from the Denver Post [December 15, 2004, "Jeffco OKs district to obtain water"]. From the article, "Because the district has private backing, it won't use voter-approved mill levies or taxes, as most special districts do, but it will have powers such as eminent domain."
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